Hollow Survivors

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Hollow Survivors is a single player casual hack and slash game. It was developed by Danny Deer and was released on April 10, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Slash through never-ending hordes of possessed creatures and try to survive! Choose from a variety of upgrades to create overpowered builds. Unlock unique characters and discover powerful synergies to aid in your quest to become the ultimate demon hunter and purify the kingdom.

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Single-Player

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The pixel art style is stunning and adds charm to the game, enhancing the overall experience.
The combat is fast-paced and satisfying, with a variety of weapons that feel impactful and enjoyable to use.
The game offers a solid progression system and is engaging enough to keep players coming back for more runs.

The game suffers from a lack of content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay and limited replayability.
Combat mechanics can feel clunky and unintuitive, with sluggish movement and short attack ranges that hinder fluidity.
The storyline is minimal and does not provide enough depth to justify the short playtime, leaving players wanting more.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with a score of 7.5/10 reflecting both its strengths and weaknesses. While the combat mechanics are engaging and the art style is praised, many players feel the gameplay loop lacks innovation and some core mechanics detract from the overall experience. However, the introduction of diverse weapons and distinct enemy mechanics adds strategic depth, making the gameplay enjoyable once players acclimate to its controls.
- “Came for the cute pixel visuals, stayed for the addictive gameplay.”
- “The upgrade system is satisfyingly deep, and the gameplay loop is addictively engaging.”
- “The fight mechanics are surprisingly skill-based, so getting through the levels is really satisfying.”
- “Mechanically, this is not very different from any other entry in the 'survivors' roguelite genre.”
- “The gameplay loop doesn't offer anything new.”
- “Worse yet, there is somehow no in-game resource that explains the mechanics behind the upgrade cards.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
21%
16%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising the stunning pixel art style, charming details, and atmospheric visuals that enhance the overall experience. The combination of beautiful graphics and well-synced sound design creates an engaging and immersive environment, making it a standout feature of the game. While some aspects of gameplay may be lacking, the visual presentation remains a highlight, contributing to the game's addictive nature.
- “The pixel art style is simply gorgeous, full of charm and detail.”
- “Hollow Survivors is an impressive game with stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements its unique concept.”
- “While the combat and weapon variety is a tad lackluster and the music is repetitive and unremarkable, the overall feeling of the game, the simple yet artsy visuals and the hunt to go further with each run is addictive and fun.”
- “Its haunting visuals create a truly tense survival challenge.”
- “The art style is gritty dark fantasy pixel art that looks way better in motion than screenshots can show — highly detailed creatures, environments, and effects.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The story in the game is generally engaging and well-designed, with players appreciating its intriguing elements and the gradual discovery of backstory through gameplay. However, some reviewers feel that the narrative content is limited and lacks depth, which may not fully justify the game's short runtime. Overall, while the story is enjoyable and complements the art design, it may leave some players wanting more in terms of meaningful dialogue and complexity.
- “The story is intriguing and keeps you curious as you progress through the game.”
- “I really enjoyed the backstory - little pieces of it dropped here and there from, for example, fallen bosses that you progressively learn about.”
- “The story might be short, but it’s engaging enough to push you to climb higher and higher through the tower.”
- “Too little content in current form and not enough story to justify its short run time.”
- “- Absence of meaningful dialogue or story leaves the world feeling hollow.”
- “The story is a bit lacking, but maybe it'll be better as I progress through the game :) I recommend this a lot, especially for pixel art game fans!”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
8%
17%
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the mystical world, with many players noting its soothing and catchy nature. While some critiques mention moments of repetitiveness, the overall sound design and soundtrack are considered top-notch, complementing the stunning visuals and engaging gameplay effectively.
- “The world is mystical and the music adds to the sense of wonder.”
- “Hollow Survivors is an impressive game with stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements its unique concept.”
- “The aesthetic, the sound design, the music, it's all top notch.”
- “While the combat and weapon variety is a tad lackluster, the music is repetitive and unremarkable.”
- “The music does not add much to the overall experience and feels forgettable.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Replayability is a key feature of the roguelite genre, with many players enjoying the ability to improve their characters with each run. However, some reviews note that limited upgrade options and a lack of variety in runs can diminish long-term replayability. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable replayability, its sustainability may be hindered by these factors.
- “Being able to actually improve upon your character each run makes this very replayable and fun to progress!”
- “Seems to have a lot of replayability.”
- “Replayability suffers because upgrade options are minimal and non-repeatable.”
- “Limited variety in runs reduces long-term replayability.”
- “Replayability is a hallmark of the roguelite genre.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
"Hollow Survivors" is praised for its stunning visuals and atmospheric soundtrack, creating a cohesive and immersive experience. The game's dark and mystical atmosphere enhances its unique concept, making it a gripping experience for players.
- “Hollow Survivors is an impressive game with stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack that perfectly complements its unique concept.”
- “Hollow Survivors delivers a gripping, atmospheric experience.”
- “The atmosphere is super cohesive, dark, and mystical throughout.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as acquiring weapons and spells often requires collecting resources that can be inconsistently available, leading to frustration.
- “I think getting the weapons and spells can become grindy, because the resources you need to unlock them sometimes show up, and sometimes they don't.”
- “The grinding for experience points feels tedious, as it often requires repetitive tasks that don't add much to the gameplay.”
- “I find the resource gathering to be overly time-consuming, making the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of humor and melancholy in their emotional experiences, likening the game to a surreal journey through therapy sessions with quirky characters. The juxtaposition of lighthearted elements, such as a "sad skeleton cosplayer," with deeper themes creates a unique emotional landscape that resonates with players.
- “This game made me feel like a sad skeleton cosplayer with a caffeine fix, zooming through a tower of therapy sessions with demon therapists.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by a blend of funny gameplay and an enjoyable combat system, creating a surprisingly lighthearted experience despite its darker themes. Players appreciate the clever integration of humor that enhances the overall enjoyment.
- “At first glance, it might seem a bit dark, but it’s surprisingly chill, with a nice touch of humor woven throughout.”
- “Funny gameplay and enjoying combat system.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with combat mechanics, which are described as buggy and confusing, leading to unclear damage assessment during gameplay.
- “Combat is also buggy, leaving you wondering where you even received half the damage you've been dealt.”