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Next Hero

'Next Hero' is a Roguelike-shooting action RPG that explores dungeons, acquires weapons and equipment, and kills monsters. Find a girlfriend kidnapped by the dragon and rebuild the destroyed village to become a hero in the village!

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Release
March 16, 2018
8 years and 141 days ago
Steam Reviews
Mixed46 reviews56.5%

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About the Game

A 'Blond' who lives a happy life with his girlfriend 'Sofia' in a peaceful town. One day, the dragon's invasion causes his girlfriend to be kidnapped and the whole village destroyed. Will 'Blond' be able to defeat the dragon and save his girlfriend? Let's get to know the villagers and let's become the heroes of the village! Elders and villagers will be willing to help the brave 'Blond'.

Features of the game:
- Roguelike shooter action RPG
- Randomly generated dungeons and hidden places
- Dungeons in 5 themes (forest, sea, snow, castle, lava)
- Beautiful classic game style pixel graphics
- 20+ Playable characters
- 220+ Equipment and items
- 30+ Bosses
- 50+ Monsters
- 80+ Destroyable stuffs
- Three endings and one true ending (feat. Blond Marriage Promotion Committee)
- Take advantage of facilities such as blacksmith, tavern, and monastery in town
- Invest in gold coins to rebuild the town and help the people live
- Please solve the problem of the villagers