Ghost Vanguard is a new roguelike beat ‘em up from developer Wombo Combo Games. It’s currently seeking development funding via a Kickstarter campaign that aims to get the game onto Steam and Switch. The developer has described Ghost Vanguard as “a roguelike beat ‘em up for fans of Dragon’s Crown, Devil May Cry, and Castlevania”. There is currently a Steam demo available for backers to try before committing.
The two-person team hopes to raise $20,000 to complete the development of Ghost Vanguard. Any additional funds will contribute to stretch goals, supporting the development of additional language support, new playable characters, NG+ modes, and console ports for PlayStation and Xbox. Rewards also include ways for backers to leave their mark on the game by leaving personalised messages in the world of Ghost Vanguard, designing spells, relics, and statues that enhance gameplay and bosses.
A new trailer is available that showcases more of Ghost Vanguard‘s gameplay, with devastating combos that throw enemies into the air and slam them back down into the ground, and epic spells that freeze and set enemies ablaze. The trailer also showcases a variety of weapons and upgrades available and gives a first look at some of the characters you’ll meet as you venture through vast gothic labyrinths.
Key Features:
A reimagination of the 2D side-scrolling action with modern roguelike elements and fluid, high-mobility gameplay
For fans of titles such as Dragon’s Crown side-scroller, Hades Roguelike replayability, and Devil May Cry’s stylish action, with the dark fantasy worlds of Castlevania and Berserk.
Customize your build with weapons, spells, and relics to unlock powerful synergies, with each build shaping its own unique combo style to keep every run fresh and exciting.
Master a wide range of weapons, each with its own combo tree, tempo, and tactical depth.
Replayable level design with randomized maps and diverse special rooms—including arcade-inspired mini-games, challenge zones, trap chests, and healing springs—that keep every run fresh and engaging.
