Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder

$9.99

Release Date:: Jan 19, 2017
Developer:: DarkDes Labs
Publisher:: DarkDes Labs
Platforms:: Windows

Indie Adventure Action RPG Steam Achievements Full controller support Steam Trading Cards Family Sharing Single-player

About This Game

Vzerthos is a 2D isometric old-school techno-fantasy styled Top-Down Shooter. Player's arsenal includes skills of the Thunder God's heir and three types of guns - use them to slice and dice, burn and blow up your enemies!

Hero under the player's control must rescue a kidnapped princess Se'Vera from the evil Baron Vakhzon.
Not only the guards of Baron attack Vzerthos, but his ally Messenger took his magical powers by order of the Thunder God.
Now the heir should return his power, to break into Vakhzon castle and rescue the princess!
(Princess is exactly in this castle!)

Graphical style
According to the canons of the old school - isometric graphics pre-render low-poly models and hand drawn visuals construct a unique graphical style.
Comics-cutscenes
Game story is told through small and simple comics.
Ability to customize the interface for yourself!
You can define an individual and user-friendly interface for yourself using a special text file! You can change not only the position of the elements, but also the visual components!
Open localization
If you notice an error or don't like the translation, you can easily open a text file with localization and replace the text! This will make translation better, or even create a new language for the game!

Screenshots

User Reviews

Overwhelmingly Positive

2 user reviews

100%

Positive

User #338448 english

5 hrs at review

Recommended

If you're a fan of old-school hack-and-slash games, Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder delivers a solid dose of retro-inspired action. The 2D isometric visuals, blending pre-rendered low-poly models with hand-drawn art, give it a unique techno-fantasy vibe. The gameplay is fast-paced and satisfying, letting you slice, dice, and blast enemies with a mix of the Thunder God's heir skills and three types of guns. It’s straightforward, chaotic fun—perfect for diving into over a weekend. What really stands out is the creative choice to tell the story through comic-style cutscenes. These short, stylized panels add a lot of personality and charm, making the tale of rescuing Princess Se'Vera from the evil Baron Vakhzon feel like a quirky graphic novel. It’s a refreshing break from the usual walls of text or lengthy cinematics in other games. That said, the story itself can be a bit confusing. The game throws you into the action with minimal explanation, and the comic cutscenes, while cool, d...

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:

OS *: Windows 7
Processor: Intel Atom N2800 ( 1.86 GHz Dual core )
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Graphics: Intel GMA 3600 graphics (Integrated)
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 256 MB available space

FAQ

How much does Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder cost?

Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder costs $9.99.

What are the system requirements for Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: Intel Atom N2800 ( 1.86 GHz Dual core ) Memory: 512 MB RAM Graphics: Intel GMA 3600 graphics (Integrated) DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 256 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: OS *: Windows 7, Windows 10 Processor: AMD Athlon II X4 635 ( 2.9 GHz Quad core ) Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: NVidia GeForce GT 240 ( 1Gb ) DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 256 MB available space Additional Notes: (developer's computer)

What platforms is Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder available on?

Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder is available on Windows PC.

Is Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder worth buying?

Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder has 100% positive reviews from 2 players.

When was Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder released?

Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder was released on Jan 19, 2017.