Horde of Viscount

Developer / Publisher: Swiggins Studios

Apr 11, 2026

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Features

Co-op
difficulty options
equipment
leveling
multiple endings
randomizer

Sub-Genre

Summary

A metroidvania with: Both arcade and exploration areas - Use finite subweapons for advanced movement - Difficulty from casual up to souls-bourne-ring - Customize with equipment - Build your Town - Complete Quests - Having trouble on a stage? There are infinite lives; no game overs here!

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Web
- Steam
- Demo
- itch.io
Mobile
- Android

Resources

Links

IGDB

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- equipment
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- Differences
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- fantasy
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- Differences
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- Differences
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