Overview
Prepare for a descent into a unique hellscape in Penny Blood: Hellbound, an action-packed roguelike that serves as a prequel to the upcoming Penny Blood. You'll step into the shoes of six hyper-powered anarchists, each with their own motivations and abilities, as they attempt to escape a prison unlike any other. The core gameplay loop involves dying repeatedly, collecting 'malice,' and using it to forge alliances with fellow inmates. These alliances are crucial for learning new skills and enhancing your character's power, allowing you to progress further in your escape attempts.
Highlights
- Experience a challenging roguelike loop where death is a stepping stone to power, encouraging strategic progression.
- Unravel a dark narrative set in a unique prison hellscape, crafted by industry veterans and featuring art by Miyako Kato.
- Engage in fast-paced action with six distinct playable characters, each offering unique skills and upgrade paths.
Who It's For
Penny Blood: Hellbound is for players who enjoy challenging roguelike mechanics, dark fantasy settings, and character progression systems. Fans of JRPGs, particularly those by Matsuzo Machida, will appreciate the narrative depth and artistic direction. It's also suitable for those looking for a co-op experience, as the game supports online co-op.
Game Info
Developed by NatsumeAtari and STUDIO WILDROSE, and published by NatsumeAtari, Penny Blood: Hellbound offers a single-player and multi-player experience with online co-op support. The game features full controller support and Steam Achievements. It boasts full audio support in English and Japanese, with text support for Spanish (Latin America). The game was released on December 17, 2024, and is priced at $24.99 USD or ¥ 2,800 JPY.