Peril by MDE

About

Peril is a retro action adventure 2d platformer. In this game the player must battle through various worlds and defeat many enemies, all the while using a javelin as both a weapon and a tool to reach new places. Battle against dangerous enemies -Over 40 different enemies to face -7 unique and challenging bosses -Choose to slice them with your sword or snipe them with your javelin Upgrade chara…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

music3 positive mentions

The game features a fun retro style that appeals to fans of classic arcade games.
It has clever javelin mechanics that add a unique twist to gameplay, allowing for both combat and puzzle-solving.
The visuals and art design are vibrant and well-crafted, creating an aesthetically pleasing experience.

The gameplay is very short, lasting only about an hour, which may leave players wanting more content.
Controls are clunky and not rebindable, leading to a frustrating experience for some players.
The game suffers from technical issues, including low-quality graphics and a lack of customization options.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it mediocre and janky, particularly criticizing the handling and responsiveness of the controls. While some appreciate the simple mechanics, interesting boss battles, and retro aesthetic, others feel that the lack of polish detracts from the overall experience. Despite its linearity and occasional clunkiness, the game offers a balanced challenge and a solid soundtrack that some players enjoy.
- “Pros: nice soundtrack, interesting boss battles, balanced gameplay.”
- “Simple mechanics, cool retro aesthetic, solid soundtrack.”
- “Linear with simple mechanics that slowly add more challenges as time moves on.”
- “It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
- “Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing or polish done.”
- “Overall, very simple and doesn't really ruin the gameplay if you are not bothered by the bindings!”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's graphics feature a retro pixel art style that some players find charming, though it lacks modern customization options and resolution settings, leading to a perception of low quality. Despite this, the vibrant visuals and cohesive world design contribute to a sense of wonder and exploration, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience.
- “Peril has a great sense of wonder, progress, and exploration while capturing beautifully vibrant visuals.”
- “The game is very aesthetically pleasing, with a tightly built world that encourages exploration and adventure.”
- “Simple mechanics, cool retro aesthetic, solid soundtrack.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There are no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There is no way for gamers to improve the low-quality graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and solid soundtrack, contributing positively to the overall experience, especially during boss battles. However, some users noted issues with inconsistent sound effects mixing and occasional interruptions in the music, which can detract from the gameplay. Overall, the retro aesthetic and engaging music enhance the game's appeal despite minor technical flaws.
- “Nice soundtrack, interesting boss battles, balanced gameplay.”
- “Simple mechanics, cool retro aesthetic, solid soundtrack.”
- “Good music and art; controls can feel a bit clunky at times but don't distract from the overall gameplay.”
- “This game has some quality of life issues, like inconsistent sound effects mixing and the music occasionally stopping altogether.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is enhanced by quality character designs, contributing to the overall visual appeal of the game.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of each character add layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”