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Boons & Burdens

Boons & Burdens is a single player action-roguelike set in the depths of hell. Battle hordes of demons through 12 levels, collect gems to purchase powerful boons, and choose from deadly burdens that alter the game's difficulty. Will you be the paragon of power or the architect of your own defeat?

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Developer
FromLefcourt
Publisher
FromLefcourt
Release
July 16, 2024
2 years and 17 days ago
Steam Reviews
Mixed76 reviews69.7%

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About the Game

Boons & Burdens is a single player, action-roguelike, bullet heaven set in the depths of a hellish dimension. Battle hordes of demons through 12 levels of evil, collect magical gems to purchase powerful boons, and unlock your true potential as one of many wizards. But beware! The path to power requires sacrifice. Each level requires you to choose a new burden that transforms the difficulty. Become the paragon of ultimate power, or the architect of your own downfall, and watch it all unfold in richly detailed, over-the-top pixel art.

Features

  • Four unique character classes with their own abilities and talents, and unlockable equipment
  • Four game modes: Delve, Arena, Endless Arena, Limited Draft
  • 222 talents to discover and equip
  • 30 unlockable rings to equip and upgrade between runs
  • Huge, over-the-top super spells let you turn the tide of hectic battles
  • 12 levels with over 24 devious enemies to battle
  • 6 Unique Bosses
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Unique "Burdens" and "Sacrifice" systems puts an evolving difficulty in your hands

  • Quick pick-up-and-play gameplay. Games last less than 30 minutes.
  • 56 Steam Achievements
  • Customize effects, colors, and controls, so anyone can stay focused on the action
  • Twin-Stick, 360-Degree Analog Control and Mouse and Keyboard supported
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