The game Dead Cells can be thought of as...
...doing for Castlevania what 20XX does for Mega Man.
Despite being in "Early Access", this game is already immensely playable. Movement is fluid without being too fast to follow, combat is nicely dynamic, the randomised level creation is smooth and compelling, and the roguelike elements show themselves early and with delight.
I'm no good at it yet, mind, but I'm eager to see how far I can manage.
The game Dead Cells can be thought of as...
Thanks to @Valerie_Elysee for introducing me to this!