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Caesar's Revenge is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy, medieval, historical and dark fantasy themes. It was developed by Pixel Barons and was released on August 29, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Caesar’s Revenge is a die-and-retry retro FPS set in ancient Rome. Assassinated by the senate on the Ides of March, 44BC, Julius Caesar returns to exact revenge on those who betrayed him. Storm a corrupt senate in this relentless slasher. Indulge in the violence. Become the fall of Rome. Thrash through murderous, high-risk gameplay with a bloodlust mechanic that rewards aggression. An assortm…

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83%Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
gameplay11 positive mentions

  • Unique and engaging Roman setting with impressive and nostalgic 90s-style graphics and pixel art.
  • Fast-paced, challenging gameplay that rewards learning, strategy, and mastery with satisfying combat and diverse weapons.
  • Excellent soundtrack mixing heavy metal and period-appropriate music that enhances intensity and atmosphere.
  • Extremely difficult with punishing level design, no checkpoints or mid-level saves, causing frequent repetition and frustration.
  • Inconsistent visual styles and unclear enemy indicators sometimes impair readability and navigation in fast gameplay.
  • Limited player movement options such as no jump and restricted camera controls, which reduce combat fluidity and platforming.
  • gameplay

    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    52% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Caesar's Revenge offers a fast-paced, old-school FPS and hack-and-slash experience with a unique bloodlust mechanic and a mix of melee and ranged combat. While some praise its fun, chaotic action and distinctive Roman theme, others find it repetitive, lacking key modern controls like jumping and full vertical view, leading to frustration and a less enjoyable experience. Overall, the gameplay appeals to fans of retro shooters but may not satisfy those seeking more polished or versatile mechanics.

    • “Episode 1: standard retro shooter map design, you need to get acquainted with the game's unique quirks and mechanics to get through the levels.”
    • “+ Great implementation of the bloodlust mechanic that defines this whole game.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, wacky, and manages to keep every level unique.”
    • “I was searching for some boomer shooter to play (at this point, I'm scraping the bottom of the barrel) and came across Caesars Revenge, and it intrigued me... until I realized the gameplay was atrocious, repetitive, the level design if it is not linear is a convoluted mess, the metal rock soundtrack anachronistically blasting is both a missed opportunity and a boomer shooter cliché that needs to end right now (it is killing creativity), the weapons are all boring to play and even more problems... but this game isn't really worth the trouble of listing them all here.”
    • “As for the gameplay, my biggest issue is the lack of a jump button.”
    • “The presentation and style of the game is impressive and extremely well done but the moment to moment gameplay is lacking.”
  • graphics

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    54% positive mentions, 23% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The graphics evoke a strong 90s retro aesthetic, with pixelated textures and an art style reminiscent of classic Build engine and Rome-themed strategy games, appealing to fans of nostalgia. While some find the visuals charming and well-stylized, others consider them rough or inconsistent, describing certain effects and models as noisy or unpleasant. Overall, the game's graphics effectively capture a gritty, old-school atmosphere that complements its unique setting and fast-paced gameplay.

    • “The art style is a fantastic homage to 90s games, capturing everything from the gritty pixelated textures to the retro-styled level select screens.”
    • “Lots of gore, lots of secrets (if you're really looking for them), beautiful pixel graphics and nice hardcore elements such as no saving possible within a level and a challenging level of difficulty.”
    • “+ Ultra nice graphics and stylization (for me the nicest graphics I've seen in a video game this year).”
    • “It is a very old-style FPS in graphics and gameplay.”
    • “The choice of setting is unique and the graphics invoke that aesthetic you normally see in 90s build engine games.”
    • “The choice of setting is unique and the graphics invoke that aesthetic you normally see in 90s build engine games.”
  • music

    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 20% neutral mentions, 30% negative mentions

    The game's music, featuring a dynamic mix of metal and classical elements, is widely praised for enhancing the fast-paced, intense atmosphere and complementing the setting. However, some find the metal soundtrack clichéd and out of place, while others appreciate its energy and creativity. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout strength that boosts the gameplay experience.

    • “Good art and excellent metal soundtrack.”
    • “There is not only much potential in this game, but there are many already-existing merits, such as its incredible soundtrack that fluctuates between the lyre and electric guitar, the compelling maps that have us explore Rome through villas and sewers, and the brutish enemies we encounter at nearly every turn - centurion and slinger alike.”
    • “The music is awesome with a good mix of metal and classical music of the era, really matches the tone of the game.”
    • “The metal rock soundtrack anachronistically blasting is both a missed opportunity and a boomer shooter cliché that needs to end right now; it is killing creativity.”
    • “My only problem is that I can't find the original soundtrack anywhere outside of the game.”
    • “Overall I would give this a positive review if only because you can uppercut lions and war elephants as Caesar while a generic metal soundtrack plays in the background.”
  • story

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is enhanced by immersive voice overs and sound design that effectively convey a quest for revenge, while numerous small details enrich the environmental storytelling and overall experience.

    • “I like the voice overs and the sounds really make you feel like you are on a quest to get your revenge.”
    • “There are so many small moments to discover that add to the environmental storytelling and richness of the experience.”
  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive audio and engaging gunplay, encouraging players to pause and fully appreciate the detailed level environments.

    • “Great gunplay, audio, and overall atmosphere.”
    • “While playing, I strongly recommend stopping once in a while and taking in the atmosphere of each level.”
  • humor

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in Caesar’s Revenge is characterized by its dark, gruesome comedy that playfully blends retro Doom-inspired style with a Roman history twist, adding a unique and entertaining edge to the hack-and-slash genre.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is enjoyable but lacks advanced optimization settings, such as adjustable running speed, which are common in similar retro shooters like Doom. Adding more customization options would improve the overall experience.

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Caesar's Revenge is a hack and slash game with fantasy, medieval, historical and dark fantasy themes. Common tags for Caesar's Revenge include first-person, indie, rome, pixel graphics, mythology and others.

Caesar's Revenge is available on PC and Windows.

Caesar's Revenge was released on August 29, 2024.

Caesar's Revenge was developed by Pixel Barons.

Caesar's Revenge has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Caesar's Revenge for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Caesar's Revenge is a single player game.

Similar games include Hell Hunt , Project Warlock, INCISION, Prodeus, Wizordum and others.