If they say hell is other people, then know it can be other demons too. Hell is Other Demons is a brutal 2D roguelite bullet hell experience, very similar to Devolver Digital’s Downwell in its its artistic choices and gameplay.
Hell Is Other Demons is a beautiful exercise in retro pixel art alongside a fantastic synthwave soundtrack, paired up with challenging bullet hell gameplay and hardcore completion marks for those willing to go the extra mile.
The game features 40 stages as well as an arcade mode with multiple characters, infinite levels and a climbing challenge where the lava rises up rapidly to reach the player.
You can check out the game’s Steam description below:
Bullet Hell, in Hell, Flawlessly Executed
You grew up with the bullet hell arcade shooters which rewarded fast-decision making and creativity? Hell is Other Demons is crafted with expertly executed mechanics and bold, unforgettable style.
Features
Retro Bullet Hell Shooter – Fast-paced fair, but challenging, combat rewards practice and creativity.
A Campaign Through Hell – Explore an extensive world full with thousands of demons and wonderfully over-the-top bosses.
Arcade Mode – Fans of classic, high-score based arcade games will find a cozy home in this mode, with unlimited, procedurally generated action, and infinite replayability.
Unforgettable Style – Hell is Other Demons’ bold art style is backed up by a heavy synthwave soundtrack composed by Rémi Gallego, of The Algorithm, and retro sound effects by Magnus Pålsson, composer of the VVVVVV OST.
We originally reviewed Hell is Other Demons back when it released, but it’s always good to bring up a charming title into the spotlight again.
Hell is Other Demons is available for the Nintendo Switch and Microsoft Windows (through Steam)
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