Shell of a King

Description

The world crumbles, as it yearns for the presence of the old gods. Only the strongest and most depraved beings remain. Imprisoned beneath the royal capital of Agathara, can you fight your way to the surface? Shell of a King is a top-down 2.5D bullet-hell RPG with an emphasis on tough boss fights, build customization, an original soundtrack, and an interconnected world to explore. A passion-project by a solo dev. No AI was used in the creation of Shell of a King, in any shape or form. Game Features Top-Down Bullet-Hell Action : Shell of a King blends precise bullet-hell insanity with robust souls-like mechanics in a unique adventure! Simple Responsive Controls With a Classic Souls-Like Dodge Roll: Triumph over your foes in a rigorous combat system that is easy to learn, but hard to master! Over 20 Tough Boss Fights: Battle depraved monsters, giant sentient cubes, and terrible wardens that will push you to your limit! Each boss is designed around a unique mechanic to keep encounters fresh and exciting! A Variety of Enemies to Face: Every area offers new and unique enemies that will keep you on your toes! Over 100 Items to Discover : In Shell of a King, each regular enemy has a unique item drop, many of which will change how you play! This leads to tons of variety across playthroughs. Level-System and Build Customization : Level up your stats and play your way! Whether that's a glass-cannon or a tanky damage sponge, Shell of a King supports your favorite play style! A Non-Linear Style Interconnected World: Explore how you like in a world design style reminiscent of a Metroidvania! Let your curiosity guide you to new areas, bosses, NPCs, items, and more! Tons of Secrets: Shell of a King is jam-packed with secrets to discover, rewarding thorough exploration, and clever problem solving! Multiple Endings : Your choices matter in Shell of a King! Follow the story, trust your gut, and let your actions dictate which of the 3 endings you obtain! NG+: Missed a boss or didn't get the ending you wanted? Start a new game, keeping all your items and levels from the previous playthrough! An Easy Mode: Want to experience Shell of a King without all the difficulty? Try Easy Mode, and vibe with the cozy 2D and 3D hand-drawn graphics! Discord Community Join the Official Shell of a King Discord Server! (link in social media section) Official Wiki Check out the Official Shell of a King Wiki! Be careful of spoilers! (link under 'Visit the website')