Overview
Total Party Kill is a unique and darkly humorous puzzle platformer that challenges players to think outside the box, or rather, through their teammates. Developed and published by Adventure Islands, this indie gem puts a twist on cooperative gameplay by making friendly fire not just an option, but a necessity. The core premise revolves around navigating treacherous dungeons where the only path forward involves strategically sacrificing your party members to overcome obstacles.
Highlights
- Innovative Cooperative Mechanics: Players control three distinct heroes, each with unique abilities that are crucial for puzzle-solving. The Knight can be thrown, the Mage can freeze allies into ice blocks, and the Ranger can pin them to walls as platforms. The goal is to have at least one hero reach the exit.
- Award-Winning Design: Total Party Kill is the winner of the Ludum Dare 43 game development competition, recognized for its innovative theme of "Sacrifices must be made."
- Enhanced Extended Edition: This version boasts redone art and animations, a new soundtrack by KungFuFurby, and a host of challenging new levels, offering an improved and expanded experience.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who enjoy cooperative puzzle games with a dark comedic twist. If you appreciate clever mechanics, challenging level design, and don't mind a bit of morbid humor, Total Party Kill offers a fresh take on the genre. It's also a great choice for those looking for a unique single-player experience that simulates cooperative play.
Game Info
Total Party Kill is a single-player experience that simulates cooperative play, featuring 2D pixel graphics and a retro aesthetic. It was released on July 3, 2019, and has garnered a "Very Positive" reception from Steam users. The game supports Steam Achievements and Steam Cloud, and is available for family sharing.
