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Helltower

$4.99
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Developer:
Dragonware
Publisher:
Dragonware
Platforms:
Windows
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About This Game

Remember when games were tough? Helltower is an homage to an era when games were unforgiving and required genuine skill and determination to complete. Inspired by the C64 classic Tower of Terror, and with elements of classic platformers such as Ghouls 'n' Ghosts and Castlevania, Helltower is a retro hardcore action experience. With the aim of reaching the top of the tower to defeat the evil Professor Blood, the player must overcome the many fiendish traps and minions lurking above them. Combining a simple control system and concept with high difficulty level, Helltower will provide a fiendishly difficult challenge for even the most seasoned gamer.

Key Features


  • Retro hardcore action experience
  • Handcrafted pixel animation
  • Original retro style soundtrack
  • Over 20 unique enemies and traps
  • 3 different weapons to wield
  • Simple control design with customisable input
  • Full controller support
  • Steam achievements

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User Reviews

Mostly Positive
4 user reviews
75%
Positive
28 min at review
Recommended

I think that this game, to an average gamer, seems too difficult and too frustrating, but that is what I like most about it. This game is obviously retro, but not just in the graphics, animations and music. The TRUE retro aspect of this game is that, like many old games, you cannot change the difficulty, you don't get tutorials, you have to figure everything out for yourself and if you don't it's back to square one. I think this is the main thing that deters the gamers who play recent games because all the crutches you take for granted in modern games get swept from under you. I found the game very refreshing and I liked that I had to figure it out for myself. In the first 10 minutes, I didn't even know that you had to hit the chests and get better weapons. And I only realised you can jump more than once AFTER defeating Glutton (I was quite embarrassed tbh). Overall I think this game is a familiar face to players who enjoy a challenge every once in a while. Good job Developer!

1 helpful
49 min at review
Not Recommended

There is nothing wrong with a challenge but this goes into frustrating very quickly.

1 helpful 2 funny
48 min at review
Recommended

This game is fiendishly difficult in places but fun to play and master. There are four levels, once you unlock a level you don't need to play through it again so you can play the later levels without fear of losing progress when you die. You will die. The levels are really interesting and varied with lots of different mechanics for the enemies and obstacles. The bosses are very cool and well designed. The graphics are retro but nicely detailed with a strong dungeon theme. It is also nicely polished with nice atmospheric music and sound effects that go well with the theme. If you like platform games and/or a bit of a challenge you should play this game.

1 helpful

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7
  • Processor: 2.0GHz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 256MB
  • Storage: 100 MB available space

FAQ

How much does Helltower cost?

Helltower costs $4.99.

What are the system requirements for Helltower?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: 2.0GHz Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: 256MB Storage: 100 MB available space

What platforms is Helltower available on?

Helltower is available on Windows PC.

Is Helltower worth buying?

Helltower has 75% positive reviews from 4 players.

When was Helltower released?

Helltower was released on Mar 26, 2019.

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