Refraction: Fast-Paced Top-Down Arena Action

$Refraction: Fast-Paced Top-Down Arena Action$

9/12/2026, 8:35:32 AM

Release date: 2/20/2019

Tags: #action #indie

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Score: 100%3 user reviews
Review Count: 3 reviews
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Japan

¥ 310 (JPY)

Steam JP

$2.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Key highlight

Refraction is a top-down arena action game by Zilby, featuring challenging story mode, leaderboards, and local co-op. Master swordplay and pulse attacks against hordes of enemies.

Who this is for

Refraction offers a compelling blend of challenging top-down action and engaging local co-op. With its focus on skill-based combat and competitive leaderboards, it's a great pick for action game enthusiasts.

Details

Overview

Refraction plunges players into a frantic top-down arena combat experience, demanding sharp reflexes and strategic thinking. As a lone warrior armed with only a sword and a pulse attack, your mission is to carve a path through relentless waves of enemies. The ultimate goal is to confront and eradicate the source of all corruption. This is a game where survival hinges on your skill and your ability to adapt.

Highlights

Challenging Story Mode: Progress through a compelling narrative, making unique upgrade choices that shape your journey towards the final confrontation.
Competitive Play: Multiple difficulty settings, global leaderboards, and detailed stat tracking encourage players to achieve their best times and scores.
Local Co-Op: Team up with a friend for local cooperative play, with flexible control options supporting controllers, mouse and keyboard, and hybrid setups.

Who It's For

Refraction is designed for players who enjoy intense action games that test their reflexes and strategic decision-making. If you appreciate challenging gameplay loops, competitive leaderboards, and the option to team up with a friend for local co-op, this title should be on your radar. It’s for those who find satisfaction in mastering a limited moveset to overcome overwhelming odds.

Game Info

Developed and published by Zilby, Refraction offers both single-player and multi-player modes. It was released on February 20, 2019, and supports a variety of languages including English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese. The game is a paid title available on Steam.