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Barbearian

Barbearian is a fast-paced hack'n'slash with massive battles in a colorful, hand-drawn world. Fight for your life, discover the secrets of the Arbitrators and find your way back home!

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August 14, 2018
7 years and 354 days ago
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Mostly Positive88 reviews78.4%

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About the Game



Hijacked to a to strange world. Forced to fight for your life. Discover the secrets of the Arbitrators and find your way back home!

Barbearian is a fast-paced hack'n'slash with massive battles in a colorful, hand-drawn world.

  • 100+ levels full of action and adventure
  • Collect loot, purchase upgrades and experiment with numerous weapons
  • Rescue prisoners and build your own army
  • Encounter colossal boss monsters and take them down
  • Plenty of challenge, not for the easily discouraged!