Roguelite RPG DeathTower Releases Major Demo Update and Launches Kickstarter

Indie development studio Headbang Club, creators of Double Kick Heroes, has just released a major update for the demo of their JRPG-inspired tactical roguelite game DeathTower. This update accompanies the game’s recent Kickstarter campaign launch which features both digital and custom physical rewards for backers. 

In DeathTower players join Ikarus, a machine operator on his journey to uncover the mysteries behind the Megaryon - a never-ending megastructure tower plagued by a deadly parasite outbreak. Use weapons and grenades to clear floors while also using structures and resources to remain stealthy and avoid notice. The game features four biomes each with their own unique enemies. Use hacks in the tower’s programming to amplify your abilities and summon assists or restart your run from the beginning if you fall in battle. 

The new demo update allows players to unlock the new Erebus Game Hub after completing the tutorial which features a fresh cast of characters that will share helpful hints. Within the Hub players can visit the Starter Shop for items and weapons or purchase upgrades. The demo features over fifty different weapons, thirteen unique tower hacks and two fluid class trees which is all less than half of the total options planned for the full game.

The DeathTower Kickstarter aims to reach its fundraising goals to allow them to self-publish. Backers can support the launch for as little as $9 for exclusive DeathTower HD wallpapers and emotes. Additional rewards are available for those that contribute more including digital rewards such as art books, the OST and keys to the game. Physical rewards including T-Shirts, vinyls, physical editions and more.

DeathTower is set to release on Steam, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. The team’s Kickstarter campaign will be ongoing until April 8th and you can play the demo right now on Steam.