Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the Lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
RPG Gamers summaryHalls of Torment, now available for demo on the Steam platform, positions itself as a horde survival game with a classic pre-rendered aesthetic reminiscent of RPGs from the late 90s. In this game, players are given a choice of multiple hero characters to navigate through the gritty, oppressive Halls of Torment - a clear hook for fans of grim, atmospheric worlds.
Expect to confront various demonic entities in wave-based combat, each group more challenging than the last, culminating in battles against the so-called ‘Tormented Lords.’ The difficulty factor seems to be well-mitigated with the focus on character development and skill growth - characteristics, abilities, and sundry items all play into the gradual strengthening of your chosen hero.
One notable feature is the promise of frenetic, yet compact gameplay experiences. Each run in the Halls is projected to last about 30 minutes - an appealing draw for players looking for quick, casusal adrenaline-packed challenges. Undeniably, meta-progression through quest completion makes for an enticing touch to the casual gaming experience.
The game boasts a substantial roster of distinct characters, adding variety to the gameplay and catering to a spectrum of player preferences. The character selection and underground world exploration appears to add a lot of replay value to this game, a pleasant twist for those who appreciate an evolving game environment.
Other features include a wide array of abilities, traits and items providing ample opportunity for synergistic combinations. The promise of unique items, craftable magical tinctures, artifacts to tailor the gaming experience, and unlockable class powers add to the extensive arsenal at the disposal of players.
Diverse bosses with one-of-a-kind mechanics and attack patterns, higher rarity item variants and a comprehensive character trait upgrade system extend the gameplay depth. Shaping up as a game with a wide scope, Halls of Torment includes over 900 traits for character and ability upgrades, along with over 300 quests and 50+ unique monsters.
Halls of Torment, thus far, presents itself as a game with considerable ambitions, aiming to deliver a well-rounded retro RPG experience laced with contemporary gaming elements. Future updates are expected, representing more opportunities to engage with and experience the chthonic depths of Halls of Torment.
