{"id":361826,"date":"2026-02-25T16:25:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T00:25:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/es\/?p=411568"},"modified":"2026-02-25T16:26:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T00:26:02","slug":"before-mewgenics-mcmillen-succeeded-with-a-little-remembered-platformer-that-deserves-recognition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/before-mewgenics-mcmillen-succeeded-with-a-little-remembered-platformer-that-deserves-recognition\/","title":{"rendered":"Before Mewgenics, McMillen succeeded with a little-remembered platformer that deserves recognition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Although everyone is raving about Mewgenics, its creator, Edmund McMillen, previously had a game that was a huge success in a very different genre: platformers. <strong>This title has been highlighted for its dark atmosphere and thoughtful gameplay mechanics, providing a deeper and less linear experience compared to its predecessor<\/strong>. In terms of design, The End is Nigh is considered superior to Super Meat Boy Forever, offering more interesting levels and elements inspired by metroidvania. The protagonist, Ash, must navigate a world full of dangers and dark humor in search of a friend whose fragments are scattered in a hell filled with thorns.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A platform that has always gone unnoticed<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Currently, <a href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/583470\/The_End_Is_Nigh\/?l=spanish\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">The End is Nigh is available on Steam at an attractive price of \u20ac3.69<\/a>, making it a highly recommended option for genre enthusiasts. <strong>Additionally, the game features support for Steam Workshop, allowing players to access community-created content, ensuring that there is always something new to explore.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The End Is Nigh - Teaser Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8brvCmgteBw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Despite sharing certain elements with Super Meat Boy, such as retro themes and collectible rewards, The End is Nigh stands out for its presentation and level of depth. <strong>The critics have praised the game&#8217;s emotional capacity, suggesting that it is a story with genuinely moving moments<\/strong>. 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This title has been highlighted for its dark atmosphere and thoughtful gameplay mechanics, which provide a deeper and less linear experience compared to its predecessor. In terms of design, The End is Nigh is considered superior to Super Meat Boy Forever, offering more interesting levels and elements inspired by metroidvania. 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