NyxQuest: Kindred Spirits

Ok, so this title isn't particularly new, but it's certainly worth a lookA demo has just been released for players who want to try before they buy, and indicates how well produced NyxQuest is.

You assume the role of Nyx, a fairy-like heroine who has arrived in Ancient Greece to search for IcarusAfter regular visits from the wax-winged wearer, Icarus suddenly disappearsDespite breaking an ancient bond, Nyx takes to Earth to search for her lost lover, only to find civilization has been ravaged by the war of the GodsDeserts sweep across the world, swallowing anything that stumbles outside of the slumped ruins that remainNyx's quest is full of physical obstacles to overcome in this subtly dark adventure to locate her lost interest.

When taking control of Nyx, you are forced to plan aheadBefore long the power of the Gods will be guiding you on your way, allowing you to harness incredible strength to overcome obstaclesZeus, for example, provides the chance to lift towering statues and push large blocks that the petite female cannot crossHer wing power is limited to a few pushes and gliding meaning you are forced to work out a viable solution rather than trusting her flightClever use of physics allow you to surf on sliding girders and utilize ruins to their maximum potential, in a title that often rewards those with excellent timing and precisionChallenging, intelligent and expertly designed by Over The Top Games, NyxQuest will test your mettle from start to finish.

Be sure to check back on the 31st January where I once again don my arcade goggles and ogle at more downloadable titles, as well as throwing questions at an unsuspecting developer.