Dark Retro Auto-Battler “He is Coming” Unveils Expanded Demo for Steam Next Fest

With its charming retro graphics and auto-battler dynamics, you might initially think He is Coming is a straightforward game meant to fill your ears with nostalgic audio as you passively watch battles unfold. However, you’d be mistaken. From indie publisher Hooded Horse, He is Coming cleverly integrates roguelite elements to offer unpredictable gameplay, featuring 30 challenging bosses and hundreds of items. Now, you can dive into this exciting adventure with a newly released demo during the upcoming Steam Next Fest.

Hooded Horse has a talent for spotting standout indie games. While Manor Lords might be its crowning achievement, the publisher’s portfolio is packed with incredible games, both released and forthcoming. He is Coming, a recent addition to their lineup, is already making waves as it prepares for a debut at the Steam Next Fest.

With aspirations to rank among the top auto-battlers, He is Coming operates on a day-night cycle. During the day, you explore to collect potent items, and by night, you engage in battles with corrupted foes. Every third day, a formidable boss battle awaits, although which of the 30 bosses you’ll encounter remains a mystery, thanks to its roguelike influences. This unpredictability injects the gameplay with freshness and makes each run feel unique, echoing the spirit of games like Darkest Dungeon with a streamlined twist.

Given the unexpected nature of each playthrough, you’ll need to gather items, learn from encounters with each boss, and prepare for a wide range of scenarios. In this auto-battler, you can’t rely on last-minute manual attacks or crafty combat maneuvers. Instead, you’ll set your champion on the battlefield and hope your preparations are enough to carry the day.

Once you’ve leveraged the game’s 350 items effectively and have conquered all the bosses in a flawless run, you’ll face the ultimate challenge: the Demon King, the villain behind the world’s descent into darkness.

It promises to be an exhilarating experience, and you can sample it right now. A demo is currently available during Steam Next Fest, which wraps up on Monday, March 3. In addition to offering a glimpse into its single-player campaign, the demo introduces the “Kingmaker” asynchronous multiplayer mode, where player builds are sent out to duel others in a strategic showdown. I can’t resist a good invasion mechanic!

For those who enjoy tactical showdowns or treasure hunting, be sure to explore our lists of top strategy and RPG titles.

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