Aurora's Journey: Run & Gun Adventure to Find Her Father

8/31/2026, 10:50:04 AM

Release date: 1/13/2023

Tags: #adventure #side-scroller #shoot-'em-up #platformer #minigames #female-protagonist #singleplayer #2.5d

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¥ 1,695 (JPY)

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$14.95 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,695
Global Price: $14.95
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Key highlight

Embark on a 2.5D Run & Gun adventure in Aurora's Journey and the Pitiful Lackey. Find Aurora's father, battle robots, and upgrade gear through mini-games.

Who this is for

Support Aurora's quest to find her father in this blend of touching narrative and intense robot combat. Earn money in mini-games to upgrade her equipment.

Details

Overview

Embark on a dramatic and humorous adventure in "Aurora's Journey and the Pitiful Lackey." Set in 1927, players step into the shoes of Aurora as she embarks on a quest to find her father, who vanished four years prior. Accompanied by her loyal alien companion, Aurora must navigate a world filled with brainless, robotic enemies emerging from a crashed spaceship. This title blends Run & Gun mechanics with engaging storytelling, encouraging players to interact with characters to progress the narrative.

Highlights

Developed and published by the Not so Great team, this game offers a unique blend of genres including Adventure, Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up, and Platformer.
Players can engage with various mini-games to earn money, which can then be used to upgrade Aurora's equipment, enhancing her capabilities for the challenges ahead.
The game features a compelling narrative driven by dialogue and exploration, alongside intense combat against hundreds of robotic foes.

Who It's For

"Aurora's Journey and the Pitiful Lackey" is designed for players who enjoy narrative-driven adventures with classic side-scrolling action. Fans of Run & Gun gameplay, platforming challenges, and a touch of humor will find themselves immersed in Aurora's quest. The inclusion of mini-games and equipment upgrades also appeals to those who appreciate a bit of progression and resource management within their action titles.

Game Info

This single-player experience is presented in a 2.5D perspective, offering a visually engaging world. The game supports Steam Achievements and Family Sharing, and is playable with a controller. Aurora's Journey and the Pitiful Lackey was released on January 13, 2023, and is available in English and Spanish.