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I Am The Hero
I Am The Hero is a pixel art, beat 'em up, fighting game that tells the story of a "Hero" with a glorious but mysterious past. Is he the hero he thinks he is or is there a another side to this legendary figure?
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January 16, 2017
9 years and 289 days ago
Steam Reviews
Very Positive545 reviews81.7%
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I Am The Hero is a pixel art, beat 'em up, fighting game that tells the story of a "Hero" with a glorious but mysterious past. Is he the hero he thinks he is or is there another side to this legendary figure?
I Am The Hero is a love note to retro gaming, ripped from the fuzzy memories of the developer’s childhoods and seasoned with a wild passion for fighting games. If you want a truly modern re-interpretation of classic gaming, then it’s time to join the fate and answer one simple question, “are you the hero?”
Local and Online Co-Op
Fast Moving, Fluid Combat
Free Style Combos : trample, juggle, rush, and crush your enemies into submission with your own unique fighting styles
Critical Blink : by timing your attacks perfectly you can unleash massive damage on your foes with Critical Blink
Single Player Campaign
Local Co-Op
Online Co-Op In Survival Mode
Enjoy fast paced, retro action inspired by modern and old-school classics. I Am The Hero will give you shot of nostalgia and adrenaline that you’ve been crazing.
So what are you waiting for? It’s time to join the fight!
I Am The Hero is a love note to retro gaming, ripped from the fuzzy memories of the developer’s childhoods and seasoned with a wild passion for fighting games. If you want a truly modern re-interpretation of classic gaming, then it’s time to join the fate and answer one simple question, “are you the hero?”
FEATURES:
Local and Online Co-Op
Fast Moving, Fluid Combat
Free Style Combos : trample, juggle, rush, and crush your enemies into submission with your own unique fighting styles
Critical Blink : by timing your attacks perfectly you can unleash massive damage on your foes with Critical Blink
GAME MODES:
Single Player Campaign
Local Co-Op
Online Co-Op In Survival Mode
Enjoy fast paced, retro action inspired by modern and old-school classics. I Am The Hero will give you shot of nostalgia and adrenaline that you’ve been crazing.
So what are you waiting for? It’s time to join the fight!
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