"Slay grim cultists and infernal minions in this dark, DOS-inspired action platformer."
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About
Haunted Lands is a relentless, retro-inspired action platformer crafted by solo developer Alevgor. Plunging players into a dark and bloody world filled with demonic hordes, the game emphasizes fast-paced combat, deep map exploration, and score-chasing mastery. Prepare to descend into the abyss, mastering distinct character classes to obliterate the darkness and survive the nightmare.
Story
Set in perilous burial grounds, cursed crypts, and haunted tombs crawling with evil spirits, the world of Haunted Lands is bleak and unforgiving. As nightmarish creatures rise from the depths of hell, you must navigate this gritty, blood-stained realm to purge the darkness and uncover ancient, hidden secrets.
Gameplay
Enter deadly maps to slaughter hostile creatures, earn high scores, and clear challenging objectives. Choose from six unique heroes across three distinct classes—Gunners, Mages, and Beasts—each offering radically different playstyles. Equip game-changing artifacts that alter your combat skills, giving you the edge needed to defeat elite enemies and punishing bosses.
Key Features
- 1Six unique playable heroes categorized into Gunners, Mages, and Beasts
- 2Dynamic artifact system that drastically alters and enhances character skills
- 3Intense, fast-paced combat featuring common grunts, elite enemies, and massive bosses
- 4Detailed retro pixel-art visuals with permanent blood smudges and chunk explosions
- 5Extensive map exploration filled with hidden secrets and secondary objectives
- 6Score-chasing gameplay loop built for hardcore completionists
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Extremely potent and satisfying character combat feel
- +Excellent visual feedback with detailed blood, gore, and particle effects
- +High replay value driven by distinct class playstyles and game-changing artifacts
- +Perfectly captures the nostalgic atmosphere of 80s and 90s DOS-era games
Cons
- -Hardcore difficulty spikes may deter casual players
- -Retro pixel-art aesthetic might not appeal to fans of modern graphics
Game Ratings
Fast, bloody, and highly responsive combat
Gritty, dark, and perfectly nostalgic DOS-era vibes
Challenging elite enemies and hardcore boss fights
Deep skill modifications via powerful artifacts
Six unique heroes and score-chasing map mastery
Who Will Enjoy This?
Gamers craving authentic 90s DOS-era aesthetics and unadulterated action
Players driven by 100% map clears, secret hunting, and high scores
Fans who love mixing distinct classes with game-changing artifacts
Similar To
Platforming & Vibe
Dangerous Dave
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Run-and-Gun Action
Contra Hard Corps
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Gore & Demon Slaying
DOOM
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đź’ˇ Did You Know?
The game started as a small, casual fan-made tribute to the classic 'Dangerous Dave'.
An early prototype of the game, titled 'Burial Grounds', was released on Itch.io in 2023.
Every single system, enemy encounter, and pixel of art was built by solo developer Alevgor.
Features a dynamic gore engine with separate low-health enemy sprites, meat chunks, and permanent blood splatters.
Latest Updates & Events
Haunted Lands - 20% OFF on Steam
Haunted Lands is currently featured on the Steam store!
Scores
“Each character feels potent and great to control.”— Steam User Review
“I used to design new monsters and levels for my favorite games, creating imaginary worlds that are now coming to life.”— Alevgor (Solo Developer)
Game Ratings
Fast, bloody, and highly responsive combat
Gritty, dark, and perfectly nostalgic DOS-era vibes
Challenging elite enemies and hardcore boss fights
Deep skill modifications via powerful artifacts
Six unique heroes and score-chasing map mastery
Who Will Enjoy This?
Gamers craving authentic 90s DOS-era aesthetics and unadulterated action
Players driven by 100% map clears, secret hunting, and high scores
Fans who love mixing distinct classes with game-changing artifacts
Similar To
đź’ˇ Did You Know?
The game started as a small, casual fan-made tribute to the classic 'Dangerous Dave'.
An early prototype of the game, titled 'Burial Grounds', was released on Itch.io in 2023.
Every single system, enemy encounter, and pixel of art was built by solo developer Alevgor.
Features a dynamic gore engine with separate low-health enemy sprites, meat chunks, and permanent blood splatters.
Latest Updates & Events
Haunted Lands - 20% OFF on Steam
Haunted Lands is currently featured on the Steam store!
Timeline
Choose Your Hero Class
- •Gunners: Destroy infernal enemies from a safe distance.
- •Mages: Wield versatile and devastating lightning spells.
- •Beasts: Leap, pounce, and tear enemies apart with razor-sharp claws.
Classic Inspirations
Alevgor cites four legendary titles as the primary DNA behind Haunted Lands: Dangerous Dave, DOOM, Contra Hard Corps, and the dark atmospheres of the first two Diablo installments.