Really really fun 4 players local Co-op/Versus game in the same vein as Towerfall Ascension. with many game modes already available now like: deathmatch, team deathmatch, capture the soul, Soul reaping..etc. the game's mechanics are simple and works great, lots of maps, tight controls and great music too. but for now there is no single player campaign and there are no bots to play against in case you want to play a few matches alone (The devs said single player modes are coming later) and i hope they add the option to disable or enable powerups since i prefer to play without them.
Demons with Shotguns
- Release Date:
- Apr 25, 2016
- Developer:
- MindShaft Games, LLC
- Publisher:
- MindShaft Games, LLC
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac
Game Tags
About This Game
Couch Fragger Shooter Action for 2-4 Local Players
- Frantic local multiplayer, twitch style arena shooting action!
- Multiple playable characters. Play as the faithless Preacher, the desperate Demon, the Heavenless Angel, the Antichrist Deceiver, the peace keeping Nun or even Death himself.
- Choose from multiple game modes, including free-for-all and team based modes.
- Battle it out in 4 different interactive environments, with 10 arenas each, featuring unique environmental hazards and mechanics.
- Pick up randomly dropped tarot cards that can either bring you good luck to you or your team in the form of a temporary power-up, or can curse your opponents, giving you a competitive edge.
- Deflect bullets back at your opponent with your shield.
- Dash across the arena to make a quick escape or a trail blazing kill.
- Master shotgun jumping to reach high platforms and create shortcuts.
- An original soundtrack by VHS Glitch, famed synthwave composer.
- Featuring the epic voice of Jon Bailey from Honest Trailers.
Singleplayer & Local Co-op Enemy Wave Mode
- Fend off the Devil's army and prevent the end of times in a 1-2 player enemy wave mode.
- Face off against 6 different types of enemies.
- Fight in 5 different unlockable arenas and fight your way to an epic boss battle against the Devil himself.
- Collect the souls of your enemies and earn a 1UP.
Multiple Competitive Game Modes
- Classic Deathmatch.
- Classic Team Deathmatch.
- Soul Reaping, where each player fights to increase their pool of souls by draining other players of theirs.
- Team Soul Reaping, where each team shares the same pool of souls.
- Capture the Soul, a variant on classic capture the flag where players fight for control of the single soul in order to capture it.
- Team Capture the Soul.
- Last Soul Standing, where players have only one life and fight in round based combat.
- King of the Soul, where you fight to maintain control of the single soul, earning a point for every 5 straight seconds you have control.
- Team King of the Soul.
Multiple Arenas & Environments
- Fight at Death’s Cemetery and uncover each labyrinth's hidden passages and secret hideaways while avoiding booby traps.
- Square off in the abstract and bizarre caves of Hell, using portals to traverse levels.
- Showdown on the rooftops and streets of a mega city, avoiding long drops and managing moving platforms.
- Confess your sins, then commit a bunch more, before the church altar.
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User Reviews
Really good fun. It's been added to the rotation along with Towerfall, Samurai Gun and Duck Game. The music is great, the shooting is super meaty and satisfying and the sheilds are really good. Reflecting a shot into someone's face is hilarious. I think more variety in map mechanics would be good for longevity. Also maybe different shotguns? sawn-off, assault etc? Could be pick ups or vary depending on character.
[b]*I will change/alter this review if certain changes are made, namely more content (I don't care about online multi)*[/b] I feel bad about writing a negative review for this game, but ultimately, I write these reviews for my Steam friends - so I have to be honest. Really, my beef is more with the price. I feel eight bucks is a bit too much for a game in a genre that has so much stiff competition. I played three players for about an hour - until they whined enough for us to go back to [i]TowerFall[/i]. I will play more though. [b]Pros:[/b] +Good music +Environments change over time (e.g. it turns from day to night) +Tarot cards are well done, in how they alter gameplay (very similiar to orbs in [i]TowerFall[/i]) +The shield mechanic may very well be the best thing about this game. Essentially, when you use your shield, if an enemy shoots you at close range it will spray back at them and kill them. [b]Bringing something novel to the table is very valuable in indie games.[/b] +Devs ar...
it's fun Demons with Shotguns 5/10 Heisen
There are demons, and they do have shotguns. 10/10
Super fun fast pace local multiplayer game. I had a few friends over and they had a blast playing it. There's a surprising amount of tactical gameplay despite its simple game mechanics. You'll want 4 controllers and 3 other friends to have the most fun. Be warned though, this is a local multiplayer only game; you'll need at least one other person to play with you.
Haven't played it a lot yet, but up to now, it feels like a game mixed of Castlevania with Nuclear Throne or even Enter the Gungeon and Painkiller. That's the feel I got, only thing is that this game is a platformer on one screen, it's not a side-scroller. Is it good? Yes, it's good, perhaps for two hour at max, it's good, it's not bad, but it doesn't have enough content nor things to do. If it could use exactly the same gameplay as now, but with some RPG elements such as the one found in Castlevania, side-scroller world with big and open levels, then this game would be even better, I must admit that I did excepted something like the original platformers Castlevania games at first but with its differences. I'm not saying it is a bad game, it's really good but most of the game is multiplayer sided (with friends), there is no bots or anything of the sort. There is a solo/coop survival gamemode though. But it can get repetitive pretty quick, got tired of playing after 20 minutes. So yeah...
Maybe it's the rough art style, or rather styles that don’t mesh well, but I have a soft spot for this local deathmatch game where you blast demons (or friends) with holy explosions and shotguns. It's all quite silly but the powerups, charges, and reflective shield did offer some strategy and the inclusion of competitive and co-op modes is quite welcome.
Good casual fun.
I love this game. It has pretty deep mechanics, and the map you are playing on matters because of the strange angles that a lot of the weapons and mechanics work. The only problem I have with the game is its aesthetic. I personaly like the silly demonic feel, and I know that it is somewhat satirical, but I have a hard time recominding the game to some of my more religious friends. I think that it is a shame that this game is not more popular, and I will absolutely recomend it to any friends who I think will have no problem with the satanic aesthetics.
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System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD 4000
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 525 MB available space
- Additional Notes: XInput supported controllers currently required due to a Unity bug. Keyboard controls available for one player only, all other players must be using a supported controller.
FAQ
How much does Demons with Shotguns cost?
Demons with Shotguns costs $9.99.
What are the system requirements for Demons with Shotguns?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD 4000 DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 525 MB available space Additional Notes: XInput supported controllers currently required due to a Unity bug. Keyboard controls available for one player only, all other players must be using a supported controller.
What platforms is Demons with Shotguns available on?
Demons with Shotguns is available on Windows PC, macOS.
Is Demons with Shotguns worth buying?
Demons with Shotguns has 88% positive reviews from 17 players.
When was Demons with Shotguns released?
Demons with Shotguns was released on Apr 25, 2016.
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