Mad Mushroom, the influencer-owned game publisher in the OTK Network, announced two new action RPG titles at the OTK Winter Games Expo.
The games include Hell Clock, an ARPG roguelike from Brazilian studio Rogue Snail, and Conquest Dark, a horde survivor ARPG from Eldritch Sword Games. Both will launch in 2025 and they can be experienced right now: a limited-time Hell Clock playtest and a Conquest Dark demo are both now live on Steam.
Hell Clock reveal and playtest
In this game, players can dive into the dark fantasy world of Hell Clock, where ultra-fast Path-of-Exile-like action meets roguelike mechanics. Set in Brazil’s 19th century War of Canudos, a significant conflict in the history of the country, the players takes on the role of Pajeú, a formerly enslaved person thrust into a demon-filled purgatory in an eternal battle for truth.
Players will blast through dungeons and gain inhuman power. The Hell Clock is ticking. Visit the Steam page now to take part in the limited-time playtest which ends on December 11.
“When we started working on this game we asked ourselves, ‘What would it be like if an entire Diablo season or Path of Exile league took just 20 minutes?’ And that’s what Hell Clock is: a roguelike that encourages aggressive and fast gameplay,” said Mark Venturelli, CEO and creative director at Rogue Snail, in a statement.
Venturelli added, “Hell Clock is also a very personal project for all of us at Rogue Snail. In my 17-year career, this is my first project primarily voiced in Brazilian Portuguese, and also based entirely on Brazilian history and culture. We feel like we’re ready to tell our version of the Canudos story — not only to the whole world, but also to many fellow Brazilians who might not be fully aware of its grim events and repercussions which can still be felt to this day.”
Hell Clock features
Race Against Time – Every second counts as you battle the undead forces of your oppressors. Risk delving deeper for precious loot and face the nightmarish incarnations of those who sought to bury the truth.
Forge Unstoppable Builds – Hunt down ancient Relics infused with the strength of resistance. Create devastating combinations that channel Canudos’s unbreakable spirit into unstoppable power.
Unleash Hellish Power – Master a diverse selection of devastating abilities born from righteous fury. Dance through hordes with lightning-fast knife strikes, smash enemies with Canudos’ great bell, or rain rapid-fire death from your trusty sidearm.
Rewrite History – Each descent brings new chances to right historical wrongs. Discover unique combinations of Blessings to evolve your build as you face the demons of Brazil’s dark past, present, and future.
Fight At Your Own Pace – Whether you seek a brutal test against history’s oppressors or a thoughtful journey of justice, Hell Clock adapts to your path. Remove all time pressure with Relaxed Mode, or push your limits in Hardcore mode.
Vengeance Never Ends – Experience a complete three-act story campaign, then test your perfectly-tuned builds in the challenging Endgame where your gear, abilities, and playstyle are pushed to their limits.
Conquest Dark reveal and demo
In this game, 237 years have passed since the Black Planet appeared, undead armies rampaged over the land, and the Cosmic Gods fell. Now, champions and criminals alike enter Dark Ritual circles to battle the very forces that brought civilization to its knees.
Players will experience an action RPG’s ascension to power in minutes in Conquest Dark: a savage ARPG survivors-like packed with devastating combat, sword and sorcery style, and countless build permutations.
Conquest Dark will launch in Steam Early Access in Spring, 2025. A free, public demo is now available on Steam as well.
“Conquest Dark is my attempt at bringing a dark, grim sword and sorcery style to the horde survivor genre,” said Peter “Irmstoi” Finnberg, solo dev and proprietor at Eldritch Sword Games, in a statement. “This game is about testing builds, mixing classes, laying waste to waves of enemies, and standing toe-to-toe with deadly bosses. And what we need now more than ever is player feedback – try the demo and let us know what you think on Steam and in Discord so we can continue to make Conquest Dark the best survivor-like ARPG it can be.”
Conquest Dark features
Master the Dark Rituals – Venture into haunting environments where cosmic horror meets primal savagery. Choose your path from legendary classes like the untamed Barbarians of the Lion, the divine Oathkeepers, or the mysterious Acolytes of Kuu, each mastering unique powers against the darkness.
Instant Action RPG Gratification – Unlock your power fantasy through intense Rritual runs. Begin as a feeble grunt and discover devastating builds as you progress. Every Rritual delivers the satisfying progression curve of an ARPG in concentrated form, each run bringing you closer to legend status.
Forge Godslaying Builds – Discover eldritch abilities, equip legendary armor, and wield unique weapons from fallen champions. Enhance your arsenal and craft builds worthy of slaying gods. Theory-craft your way to godhood with deep customization and endless possibilities.
Conquer The Darkness – Battle through diverse environments filled with unique challenges and fearsome mini-bosses. Face deadly creatures, undead armies, and fallen heroes in your quest to uncover the secrets of The Black Planet.
Savage Sword & Sorcery – Experience a brutal realm of sword & sorcery inspired by the greatest dark fantasy classics of old. Ancient powers and cosmic horrors lurk in every cursed ruin and fallen kingdom.
Rogue Snail and Eldritch Sword Games
Founded in 2014 by Brazilian game developers Mark Venturelli, Betu Souza, and Caio Lima, Rogue Snail is an indie and fully remote studio with a beautifully diverse team from all around the country. With titles such as Chroma Squad, Star Vikings Forever, Relic Hunters Zero, Relic Hunters Rebels, and Relic Hunters Legend under its belt, Rogue Snail believes in spreading love through its games, creating a healthy and welcoming place for everyone.
If game developers are happy and rested, and if they’re passionate about what they are creating, the players will feel that love when they play.
Eldritch Sword Games is the one-man indie studio of Peter “Irmstoi” Finnberg. Hailing from the harsh, cold land of Finland, Peter has more than 20 years of game development experience and a passion for old-school Sword & Sorcery. Conquest Dark is Peter’s first solo project.
And Mad Mushroom is a video game publishing company, positioned as the next-generation influencer-owned entity within the vast umbrella of OTK Network. With a team of seasoned industry experts, Mad Mushroom is committed to fostering a collaborative environment that nurtures creativity, encourages innovation, and propels promising indie games to new heights. Mad Mushroom is here to empower indie developers, engage gamers, and shape the future of interactive entertainment.
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