Apotheon is a side-scrolling action role-playing game developed by Alientrap and published by Alientrap. It takes its inspiration from ancient Greek pottery and mythology, presenting a striking visual style that evokes the aesthetics of ancient Greek vase art. The game's world and characters are rendered in an artistic style reminiscent of black-figure and red-figure pottery, with striking silhouettes and intricate patterns adorning the environments and character designs. While the gameplay mechanics are rooted in the metroidvania genre, with interconnected levels and the ability to unlock new areas as you acquire new abilities, Apotheon sets itself apart with its unique combat system. The combat is inspired by ancient Greek martial arts, incorporating elements of wrestling and weapon-based combat. Players can engage in grappling maneuvers, throwing opponents, and executing context-sensitive finishers, adding a layer of depth and complexity to the combat encounters. The game's narrative draws heavily from Greek mythology, with players taking on the role of a character caught up in the struggles between the ancient Greek gods. The story unfolds through scripted events and environmental storytelling, with players exploring various regions inspired by different aspects of Greek mythology, such as the Underworld and the realm of the gods on Mount Olympus. Apotheon also features a distinctive audio design, incorporating elements of traditional Greek music and instrumentation, further enhancing the game's immersive ancient Greek atmosphere. The developers paid close attention to historical accuracy, consulting with scholars and experts to ensure the game's representation of Greek culture and mythology was authentic and respectful. Overall, Apotheon stands out as a unique and visually striking game that successfully blends metroidvania gameplay mechanics with ancient Greek cultural themes and combat styles, offering an engaging and atmospheric experience for fans of action-adventure games and Greek mythology alike.