ARKOS is a Action game from RetroSouls with a 82% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by single-player.
Game snapshot
- Developer
- RetroSouls
- Release year
- 2021
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- $9.99
- Review signal
- 82% positive
Screenshots
System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7+
Processor: Core I3 6100
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 530
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 250 MB available space - Recommended
- OS: Windows 10
Processor: Core I5 6500
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVidia GeForce 1050, HD 7850
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 250 MB available space
From Steam reviews
Review notes
ARKOS is worth a closer look if you want boss rush, exploration, strong atmosphere, and pixel art.
Best for players who want strong atmosphere, pixel art, nautical, and boss rush.
Check more carefully if you dislike unclear onboarding.
boss-rush
Play styleA major part of the game is learning and beating standout fights.
exploration
Play styleThe draw is moving through spaces, discovering details, and learning the world.
strong-atmosphere
ToneThe mood, place, and presentation carry a lot of the experience.
confusing-onboarding
FrictionThe first hours can be unclear without patience or outside help.
pixel-art
SettingThe visual language is pixel-led or deliberately retro.
replayable
FitThe structure gives reasons to return rather than finish once.
short-game
PacingIt is better understood as a compact experience than a long hobby game.
nautical
SettingWater, boats, fishing, or sea travel are important to the feel.
Steam review snapshots
[/td] [td] – 3900X – 2080Ti – 32GB RAM – SSD – 1440p [/td] [/tr] [/table] [table] [tr] [td][b]Content & Replay Value:[/b][/td]…Bosses are a decent challenge and do require precise dodging and good aim, although some of them are disappointing in this sense…Enemy numbers, save for a few specific levels, are never overwhelming and rely more on tricky positioning than raw spam to obstruct…[/td] [td] – 3900X – 2080Ti – 32GB RAM – SSD – 1440p [/td] [/tr] [/table] [table] [tr] [td][b]Content & Replay Value:[/b][/td]…Why it fits
Check it if you want action filtered by single-player.
Who might skip it
Research further on Steam if you need verified accessibility details, exact playtime, or current system requirements.