Absolum

Absolum is a side-scrolling beat 'em up with bagel elements. The player takes control of the outcast heroes of the world of Talam. The characters differ in their fighting techniques. Weapons and artifacts change during the run. Combat supports two-player play on the same screen. They oppose the Sun King Azra, wanting to take away his power over magic. The path lies through lands occupied by enemy troops. The roguelike structure gives random rewards. Death returns you to the beginning of the route. Characters are unlocked as you race. Everyone has their own fighting style. Artifacts change the properties of the hero. Some of the finds are valid until the end of the race. Repetitions go faster due to accumulated skills. The race consists of several levels in a row. Opponents become stronger towards the end. Elite enemies guard the passages further. Magic requires recharging. Each race develops the character in a new way. Combinations of attacks are complemented by magical skills. Bosses require learned dodges. Magic spends a separate resource. Skills are divided into attacking and defensive. The race begins with choosing a hero. Azra's Guardians demand their approach. Counter-moves and discovered artifacts change the outcome of skirmishes. Locations move from one to another without loading. Talam is divided into several regions. Each has its own opponents. Combos are made up of normal and magical attacks. Dodges decide the outcome. Opponents are divided by rank. Elite guards guard key locations. The world of Talam is hand-drawn. The difficulty increases with each new region. Rewards vary by route. Dodges save you from streaks. For those who like roguelike fighting, this game is perfect.