-80% OFF

Cthulhu Saves the World

$2.99 $0.59

Release Date:: Jul 13, 2011
Metacritic:: 78
Developer:: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Publisher:: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Platforms:: Windows

Indie RPG Full controller support Steam Trading Cards Family Sharing Single-player Remote Play on TV

About This Game

The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!

Key features:

Old school RPG style mixed with modern design sensibilities!
Inflict insanity upon your opponents for fun and profit!
6-10 hour quest with unlockable game modes & difficulty levels for increased replay value.
Highlander mode – XP gains are quadrupled, but only one character can be brought into battle at a time!
Score Attack mode – Gain points by defeating bosses at the lowest LV possible!
Overkill – Jump to LV40 in a single battle! Perfect for replays and experimentation!
Cthulhu's Angels mode – Remix mode with new playable characters, new dialogue, new bosses, and more!
All of the great features players know and love from Breath of Death VII: The Beginning have returned – fast-paced gameplay, combo system, random encounter limits, branching LV-Ups, and more!

Screenshots

User Reviews

Mixed

4 user reviews

50%

Positive

User #387248 english

5 hrs at review

Not Recommended

User #626076 english

12 hrs at review

Recommended

A Hilarious Journey Through Retro RPG Awesomeness! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cthulhu Saves the World is an absolute gem for fans of classic JRPGs and anyone who loves a good laugh! Developed by Zeboyd Games, this turn-based indie RPG delivers a delightful blend of humor and nostalgia that will keep you entertained from start to finish. Right from the get-go, the story had me hooked. The premise of Cthulhu—yes, that Cthulhu—trying to become a "true hero" to regain his powers is absurd and brilliantly executed. The writing is witty and sharp, filled with clever jokes and fourth-wall-breaking humor that never feels forced. It's a refreshing take on the Lovecraft mythos, and I found myself chuckling at Cthulhu’s reluctant anti-hero antics throughout the game. The gameplay is a perfect homage to the 16-bit era, featuring a turn-based combat system that's easy to pick up but also introduces some innovative mechanics. The combo system encourages strategic thinking, while the insanity mechanic...