Halloween is a long ways off, but that’s not stopping developer Saona Studios from releasing their 2D hack-and-slash game Death or Treat this May. The season-themed title will launch on for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam on May 5, with versions for the PlayStation 4 and Switch coming “only a few weeks later”.
If that’s not enough, Perp Games will be doing physical versions of Death or Treat that will be available from June 2.
In Death or Treat, you play as Scary, the owner of Ghost Mart, leader in manufacturing candies for Halloween in HallowTown. However, those big-name corporate ghouls have decided to horn in on your business, leaving you to take them on and save Halloween.
Following in the footsteps of similar games such as Hollow Knight and the Ori series, you’ll be exploring huge maps while you try to survive the hordes of enemies that come your way. Combat is one of the fundamental pillars of Death or Treat, requiring you to choose your favorite weapon style (fast, heavy or ranged) and face enemies head on in pure hack ‘n slash goodness, flying through the air and attacking the crowd with force, all the while moving nimbly and looking for their weak point.
Along the way, you’ll also be collecting valuable hidden treasures to unlock new weapons and skills to aid you on your journey. It’s all set against traditional animations and handpainted environments that provide HallowTown a distinctive style, with each world having its own unique look and feel.
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