Boss battles involve dodging or parrying colourful streaks, waves and clusters of projectiles.

The developers, 12-person Chashu Entertainment, say it’s a difficult experience.

Now, the lore.

A screenshot of action-RPG Sands of Aura, showing the player facing a boss who radiates lightning in several directions.

It’s lonely out there on the sands.

I think all this sounds pretty promising, and the1.0 Steam reviewsaugur well.

Here, check out the trailer.

Cover image for YouTube video

If I find time to actually play this I’ll be back with a more considered analysis.