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Chase Unholy Undead in Bloodshed — The Roguelite Survivors FPS Coming Soon from Headup

Retro-inspired visuals combined with grim Gothic themes and all-out shooting mayhem.

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October 9, 2024

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Headup :

Düren, Germany — October 9, 2024  Alternative-indie publisher Headup is thrilled to announce their second partnership title with developer com8com1, creators of the 2020 retro-SHMUP Rigid Force Redux, to bring their new creation  — Bloodshed — to Steam this year. The game is an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person  “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action. Bloodshed is set to launch in Steam’s Early Access for PC in late 2024.

A demo for Bloodshed is available on the Steam page.
 
Bloodshed is an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action: Face endless waves of undead foes, collect experience points, and upgrade your skills and weapons in a battle to survive the night. Even after death, you keep your hard-earned money, which can be exchanged for persistent improvements and unlockable content, allowing you to progress further while adding depth to the overall gameplay.  

Face the malevolent threat of the Cult, whose members are pursuing a sinister plan to resurrect an ancient deity to bring about the apocalypse. Battle countless cultists, undead, demons, and other creatures of the night and send them (back) to their graves! 

Each enemy presents a unique challenge and requires its own strategy — and you'd better get ready quickly because they come in masses! 

Bloodshed boasts a diverse roster of playable characters, each with distinct abilities and playstyles, providing a personalized gameplay experience. With a vast selection of weapons and skills at your disposal, you can experiment with various builds to discover the ideal strategy for your survival. 

Key Features of Bloodshed include:

  • Engaging FPS Gameplay: Experience fast-paced, intense auto-shooter battles across a variety of biomes

  • Diverse Character Selection: Play as distinct heroes, each with unique strengths, weaknesses, and special abilities.

  • Extensive Arsenal: Discover and upgrade numerous weapons and skills to craft the ultimate build.

  • Permanent Upgrades System: Progress continuously, unlocking permanent character upgrades to boost replayability

  • Dynamic Enemy Hordes: Fight against adaptable enemies with unique abilities and attack patterns. Face off against elite foes who offer even more loot!

  • Retro Look, Rockin’ Feel: Enjoy pixelated Boomer Shooter graphics and highly dynamic, fluid movement mechanics.

  • Immersive Soundtrack: Dive into the atmospheric world of Bloodshed with an adaptive soundtrack that intensifies the action.

  • Visceral Combat: Relish the visually striking gore effects and satisfying combat that elevate every battle.

About com8com1
com8com1 is an independent game developer based in the Metropolitan Region of Hanover, Germany, founded by industry veteran Marcel Rebenstorf in 2017. Prior to establishing the studio, he worked at Ubisoft Blue Byte on AAA brands such as ANNO and Might and Magic Heroes Online.

Specializing in classic action games, com8com1 closely collaborates with artists and industry experts who are known and praised for their contributions to titles like the Shantae series, Surviving the Aftermath, Among Us, The Punchuin, and Paradise Killer. As a dedicated indie studio, they are committed to crafting compelling and immersive gaming experiences that players will cherish and eagerly dive into.

About Headup GmbH
Founded in 2009, Headup Games is a video game publisher driven by a love for the industry and a commitment to supporting independent developers. With a focus on giving smaller studios a platform to shine, Headup collaborates with creators who share a deep passion for gaming. Recognized with industry awards, the company is dedicated to staying true to the artist's vision, helping it reach a broader audience. Approachable and empathetic, Headup Games prioritizes the needs of its partners.

With a platform-agnostic approach, quality is the guiding principle across all systems and genres. Reaching over 90 million players worldwide, Headup remains rooted in Western gaming culture while connecting with a global audience.
 
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Ted Brockwood
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