Wales Interactive, those behind acclaimed titles like Sker Ritual and Maid of Sker, is slicing into a new genre with Slasher: Origins.
Developed by the two-person team at Little Army Studio and helped along by Wales Interactive, Slasher: Origins is a 2.5D auto-attack roguelite that promises to deliver a unique blend of fast-paced combat, stylish visuals, and challenging gameplay.
Descend into the Depths of Chaos
And the best part? You can dive into the underworld action right now with a free demo available during Steam Next Fest (October 14th-21st). If you’re not Steam sorted, you’ll need to hold tight for a release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Switch and PC in early 2025.
Slasher: Origins thrusts players into the chaotic underworld ruled by Mephistopheles. Navigate procedurally generated levels, battle hordes of enemies, and conquer challenging bosses as you strive to survive the escalating darkness.
A Fusion of Noir, Anime and Heroes
The game’s striking noir-anime art style sets it apart from the crowd, blending the gritty atmosphere of film noir with the vibrant energy of anime aesthetics. This unique visual style creates a captivating and immersive experience as you battle your way through the underworld.
Choose from a roster of 10 unique heroes, each with their own distinct backstories, abilities, and unlockable skins. Develop your heroes’ skills, acquire powerful weapons, and unlock permanent upgrades to enhance your chances of survival.
Key Features to Sink Your Teeth Into:
- Unique Art Style: Experience a captivating blend of noir and anime aesthetics.
- Hero Diversity: Choose from 10 heroes with evolving abilities and unlockable skins.
- Deep Progression: Unlock powerful skills, weapons, and permanent upgrades.
- Challenging Levels: Conquer eight dangerous levels and face formidable bosses.
- Endless Replayability: Enjoy procedurally generated levels and evolving hero builds for a unique experience every time.
- Cinematic Finishing Moves: Unleash stylish and devastating “Animated Ultras” to finish off your foes.
Developer Quotes
“We’re thrilled to showcase Slasher: Origins at Steam Next Fest,” said David Banner, co-founder of Wales Interactive. “The game’s fast-paced combat and noir-anime art style make it a truly unique entry in the rogue-lite genre, and we can’t wait for players to get their hands on the demo!”
“Working on Slasher: Origins has been a dream come true for us,” said Eros Cappello, Co-founder and Lead Developer at Little Army Studio. “We put a lot of passion into it, and we hope players enjoy their Steam Next Fest experience” said Mauro Forte, Co-Founder and Art Director at Little Army Studio.
Prepare for the Full Release
The full version of Slasher: Origins is set to launch in Q1 2025 on Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
In the meantime, don’t miss the opportunity to experience the demo during Steam Next Fest and get a taste of the chaotic underworld action that awaits. And watch the trailer below too.Â
