Strider

A slick, fast-paced Metroidvania that nails the ninja fantasy with fluid acrobatics and satisfying combat. The cyber-Kazakhstan setting oozes retro-futuristic style, and upgrades like the Cypher's elemental forms add depth. However, repetitive enemy types and a forgettable story keep it from greatness

This is sort of a metroidvania, but really it's all about the combat. In fact, it's almost a boss rush. You just get one intricate, challenging boss after another.