Fit check
Is Flynn: Son of Crimson worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Fans of 2D action platformers who want exploration alongside combat
- Players who enjoy switching weapons to handle different enemy defenses
- Action-adventure players who want a companion character and elemental powers
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a slow, puzzle-led adventure rather than frequent platforming and combat
- Players who prefer a single straightforward weapon instead of timing- and movement-based weapon styles
- Players looking for multiplayer rather than a journey with a companion
Our take on Flynn: Son of Crimson
Its varied weapons and exploration offer different ways to approach combat, but require learning distinct attack rhythms and movement techniques. The focus on a 2D platforming structure leaves less room for open-ended play than games built around broader exploration systems.
What is Flynn: Son of Crimson?
Flynn: Son of Crimson is a 2D action platformer set across Rosantica and the hostile Scourge world.
Flynn fights creatures, explores distinct regions, collects relics, and opens new routes while pursuing the dimension’s overlord, Zealock. His companion Dex can be summoned to break heavy walls and attack enemies. Combat uses several Crimson Energy weapons: the sword supports piercing dashes and uppercuts, the axe breaks shields and brittle barriers, and the claws use rapid attacks, wall jumps, and drills. Elemental abilities based on fire, ice, and lightning become available as Flynn develops his powers. The adventure follows Flynn and Dex as they confront the spreading threat and its warrior Rozia.
How Flynn: Son of Crimson plays
- 01Multiple Energy Weapons
- The sword, axe, and claws use different attack patterns, including dashes, shield-breaking strikes, wall jumps, and rapid aerial attacks.
- 02Companion-Assisted Combat
- Dex can be summoned to attack enemies and break tough walls.
- 03Region-Based Exploration
- Relics and newly accessible routes connect the distinct areas of Rosantica and the Scourge world.
- 04Elemental Abilities
- Fire, ice, and lightning powers become available through Flynn’s connection with Rosantica’s flora.
Flynn: Son of Crimson compared to similar games
Sundered: Eldritch Edition is described as a chaotic metroidvania and includes previous updates along with the Magnate of the Gong update. Flynn: Son of Crimson centers on distinct weapons, elemental abilities, relic collection, and a companion. Jusant focuses on climbing tools, stamina management, and exploring paths up a tower, rather than weapon-based platform combat.
Flynn: Son of Crimson: platforms & release
Is Flynn: Son of Crimson worth it?
It is worth it if: fans of 2D action platformers who want exploration alongside combat. Skip it if: players seeking a slow, puzzle-led adventure rather than frequent platforming and combat.
Where can I download Flynn: Son of Crimson?
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What platforms is Flynn: Son of Crimson on?
Windows only.
