As a fan of the Realm of the Mad God combat system, this game really appeals to me. However, unlike Realm of the Mad God, it takes a completely different direction. It's not a roguelike, but rather more of a Metroidvania/Soulslike, and it really shines during the boss fights. That said, there are still a few things that bother me. Due to the lack of feedback, you often feel quite weak, your projectiles don't have a hit effect, the sound design feels incomplete, and some graphics are still missing. However, knowing that the game is still in Early Access, it's easy to overlook these issues, as they’ll very likely be fixed. I've had a lot of fun with the game so far, but I plan to start fresh once it's fully finished!
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About the Game
The world crumbles, as it yearns for the presence of the old gods. Only the strongest and most depraved beings remain. Imprisoned beneath the first castle, can you fight your way to the surface?
Shell of a King is a top-down 2D bullet-hell RPG with an emphasis on tough boss fights, an original soundtrack, and an interconnected world to explore. A passion-project by a solo dev.
No AI was used in the creation of Shell of a King, in any shape or form.
Game Features
Top-down bullet-hell action
Simple responsive controls with a classic souls-like dodge roll
Over 20 tough boss fights
A variety of enemies to face
Over 100 items to discover
Level-system and build customization
A non-linear style interconnected world to explore how you like!
Multiple endings
NG+
An Easy Mode
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User Reviews
A Souls like open world mixed with Realm of the Mad god type of bullet hell. I really enjoy the concept. The boss fights are challenging but fun. I think the game in the state that it is right now, is a good game, but really needs more polishing in a lot of areas. Hit feedback feels really weak (getting hit as well as hitting enemies). The sound design is also lackluster and some assets seem to be placeholders, which I am guessing comes from the fact that the game is still in Early Access. Despite all that I do think this is a good game, with the potential of being a great one.
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580 (6GB VRAM)
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-10700KF or AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 3060 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
- Storage: 1 GB available space
FAQ
How much does Shell of a King cost?
Shell of a King costs $5.99.
What are the system requirements for Shell of a King?
Minimum: Minimum: OS: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580 (6GB VRAM) Storage: 1 GB available space Recommended: Recommended: OS: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core i7-10700KF or AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT Memory: 32 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 3060 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT Storage: 1 GB available space
What platforms is Shell of a King available on?
Shell of a King is available on Windows PC.
Is Shell of a King worth buying?
Shell of a King has 100% positive reviews from 3 players.
When was Shell of a King released?
Shell of a King was released on May 3, 2024.
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