HexenHold

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HexenHold is a single player action game. It was developed by Hazard Stripes Productions and was released on September 13, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Protect your Boss, a necromancer, from waves of incoming enemies in the deepest of dungeons. Buy Towers. Upgrade your abilities. Throw your enemies. Do whatever you can to keep the ritual going!

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics3 negative mentions

Well-polished and inventive, offering a fun fusion of platformer and tower defense genres.
A solid class project that provides a unique take on tower defense, reminiscent of classic games.
Free to play, demonstrating the developers' confidence in their work and providing value to players.

Balancing issues lead to slow gameplay, making some levels feel tedious and frustrating.
The game has received a dismal public reception, with very few concurrent players on Steam.
Critics argue that the retro 2D graphics feel outdated and question the game's overall value in a 3D gaming era.

graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features retro 2D graphics that are well-executed, reflecting a nostalgic style reminiscent of the mid-1990s era of gaming. Despite its simplicity, the graphics effectively complement the platforming and tower defense elements of the game.
- “It's a retro graphics, 2D platforming tower defense game that's actually well-done for what it is.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
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The story is brief, offering a fun experience that can be completed in about an hour through the main missions.
- “The story feels rushed and lacks depth, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character development is minimal, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
- “The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any surprising twists or engaging moments.”