Really cool! It's definitely an arcade game, but there's a surprising amount of depth. I'm excited to play more later
Gilded Eternal
- Release Date:
- May 17, 2024
- Developer:
- Scott Ethington
- Publisher:
- Scott Ethington
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
The King is worried. Below the castle is the Well of Monsters. At any moment the Well could overflow, destroying the castle and putting an end to his power.
Who will he send to clear the well?
Who would do anything for a piece of gold?
Play as the Gilded Knight, a former soldier who is plagued with greed. Destroy monsters by luring them into the King's crushing hand or by using one of the many game-changing power-ups.
But most importantly, collect the GOLD!
GAMEPLAY
Gilded Eternal is an action, arcade, score-chasing game. It's a 2D, pixel-art platformer, focusing on single rooms. It's fast and fun, and you will die a lot. The game is about luring monsters. There are different types of monsters, all with unique attacks and ways of moving. Players will have to learn the monsters' intricacies to perfect their luring technique.
The idea that started this was, 'What if the goal was also the obstacle.'. In this game you have to lead the monsters while also avoiding them. Get them where you need them to be while jumping over and ducking under them.
When monsters are destroyed they drop coins. The coins are your main "points" but can also be used to purchase power-ups to change up the game and make each run unique. Power-ups like jetpacks, revenge-seeking sawblades, and shrink rays. Coins can also be used to purchase many new (and some returning) characters.
FEATURES
- Lure monsters to their doom by learning their movements and attacks
- Run, jump, and wall-jump with polished platforming mechanics
- Destroy monsters in quick succession to rack up combos and get more coins
- Beat your high score in this infinite score-chase game
- Use game-changing power-ups to make every run unique
- Enjoy beautiful, animated pixel art
- Jam to several tracks of synth-y electronic music
- Express yourself with unlockable characters
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User Reviews
Such fun and slick wall jumping. Need to get me a giant crushing hand in real life.
When the little guy got on me for a piggy back ride I made a noise
Thought I was so cool with the sticky hand, thought I was unbeatable... then the green laughing face guys came out. The enemy types in this game are so creative! I'm always on my toes when new enemies spawn in. Lots of fun item types as well, giving this game a sort of sandbox feel to it. A great blend of some of the best roguelite mechanics with a pleasingly minimalist loop that keeps you going.
This game has a great sense of challenge that makes you want to keep going in for another run! I like how much variation each ability has and if this game was in an arcade machine I would probably lose all my childhood allowance on trying to get better at it. Great game to pick up and play, and then come back to again later for another run! P.S. I would enjoy seeing future updates that add more to the game or even a mobile port of the game (That would definitely be great and add a lot more addicted play)
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS: 7, 8, 10
- Processor: 2+ GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5400 Series
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 75 MB available space
FAQ
How much does Gilded Eternal cost?
Gilded Eternal costs $9.99.
What are the system requirements for Gilded Eternal?
Minimum: Minimum: OS: 7, 8, 10 Processor: 2+ GHz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5400 Series DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 75 MB available space
What platforms is Gilded Eternal available on?
Gilded Eternal is available on Windows PC.
Is Gilded Eternal worth buying?
Gilded Eternal has 100% positive reviews from 5 players.
When was Gilded Eternal released?
Gilded Eternal was released on May 17, 2024.
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