MYTHOS

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Introduction

MYTHOS is a 2D platformer from developer franz74 that presents two Greek-myth adventures from an ancient temple hall. Players choose between Theseus, prince of Athens, and Odysseus, king of Ithaca, each with a separate quest. Theseus's Labyrinthos covers four levels from Crete to Hades, with encounters including the Minotaur, Cerberus, Talos, and the Bull of Marathon, plus a hidden mini-game in the Labyrinth. Odysseus's Odysseia follows four cantos of his return, moving through Polyphemus's cave, Circe's island, the Sirens, Scylla and Charybdis, and finally Ithaca and the suitors. Combat includes sword, shield, a perfect parry, and Zeus's thunderbolt. The presentation is atmospheric and retro-inspired, with an original soundtrack by Franz Botteri and 24 collectible fragments tied to ancient sources such as Homer and Ovid. The game supports Italian, English, and Greek, with keyboard or touch controls and full-screen play.

Games like MYTHOS

• Myth: History in the Making: A retro Amiga platformer named as an inspiration for MYTHOS.
• Hades: Shares Greek mythology, boss battles, and a story-rich singleplayer focus.
• Apotheon: A 2D platformer rooted in Greek myth with combat and an atmospheric presentation.

Similar picks are based on the public description and tags, not playtesting.

Who it is for

Good fit if you are:

• Fans of Greek myth
• Retro platformer fans
• Story-rich action fans

May not suit:

• Players seeking multiplayer
• Fans of 3D platformers
• Anyone avoiding boss battles

Highlights

• Two selectable heroes: Theseus and Odysseus
• Four levels for each hero's adventure
• Sword, shield, perfect parry, and thunderbolt
• 24 collectible fragments with ancient sources
• English, Italian, and Greek language support

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