10. Hyper Light Drifter
Of all the the Kickstarter-backed projects featured in this list, Hyper Light Drifter arguably sounds the most impressive. From the blocky yet incredibly detailed pixel art style to the rich level of animations, Heart Machine's labor of love is like a meeting of Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP and the works of Studio Ghibli. But enough about how it looks — how does it play?
Your protagonist, Drifter, explores various dungeons and collects loot, using a sword made from light to cut through his enemies. He's got a healthy supply of skills and armaments, like rifles, companion drones, and a dash ability that can be used for anything from breaking through certain objects to crossing pits. And for an extra challenge, there's a co-op mode in which your partner will continually respawn at the expense of a portion of your own health, thereby linking your fates.
Everything so far about Hyper Light Drifter sounds incredible. It's fortunate that it's coming to all current home consoles plus PCs and Vita. This is a game no one should miss.
