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Iconoclasts

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Metroidvania Modern Puzzle 2D Pixelart Konjak

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"Iconoclasts" is a 2018 action-adventure platformer and metroidvania developed entirely by Swedish creator Joakim Sandberg. The game follows Robin, an unlicensed mechanic navigating a world governed by a corrupt religious authority, highlighting themes of environmentalism and authoritarianism. It is distinguished by its detailed pixel art, intricate puzzle-solving mechanics, and a heavy emphasis on character-driven storytelling. Players use Robin's wrench to solve environmental obstacles and fight bosses in an interconnected world map.

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Why is Robin considered a criminal in Iconoclasts?

Robin repairs machinery without an official mechanic's license in a society controlled by the religious One Concern. Her attempt to help ordinary people puts her in conflict with agents such as Black and the ruling authority called Mother.

What does Robin's wrench do in Iconoclasts?

The wrench functions as a melee weapon and operates bolts, machinery, and traversal devices. Later upgrades let Robin electrify it and use it in more complex environmental puzzles.

Was Iconoclasts really made by one developer?

Joakim "Konjak" Sandberg handled the game's design, programming, art, writing, and music over roughly seven years. That unusually personal development process gives its pixel animation and soundtrack a consistent style.

Which platforms can play Iconoclasts?

The game launched in 2018 on Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation Vita, with a Nintendo Switch version following later that year. It is a single-player game rather than a cooperative metroidvania.

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