Overview

Crawlers and Brawlers is a 2D action RPG that harks back to the golden age of 8-bit classics. Developed and published by Ugly Beard Games, LLC, this indie title invites players into a world of procedural dungeons, character progression, and cooperative multiplayer action. It aims to deliver a classic RPG experience with modern twists, focusing on loot collection and character building.

Highlights

  • Classic RPG Roots: Descended from 8-bit classics, this game offers a familiar yet engaging RPG experience.
  • Procedural Dungeons & Loot: Embark on a journey through procedurally generated dungeons, collecting powerful loot to enhance your character.
  • Co-op and Multiplayer: Team up with friends for local or online co-op dungeon crawls, and then test your mettle in online brawls across 12 unique multiplayer maps.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy classic RPG mechanics, particularly those who appreciate the charm of 8-bit era games. Fans of action roguelikes, procedural generation, and cooperative multiplayer will find a lot to love here. If you're looking for a game where you can build a powerful character through loot and then test that power against friends, Crawlers and Brawlers might be for you.

Game Info

Crawlers and Brawlers was released on August 22, 2016. It supports single-player and multiplayer modes. Players can choose from three distinct classes: warrior, mage, and cleric. The game features 2D pixel graphics and is available in English. User reviews on Steam are 'Mostly Positive'.