Forrader Hero – turn-based game with roguelike elements where heroes can’t step back and must fight through the end to save their soul in ‘Forgotten Proto.World’ fighting hordes of monsters, undead creatures, and their overlords.
Players can only move forward, up, or down - never backward. This core mechanic forces players to carefully plan their path through each procedurally generated level. They cannot retreat, so they must strategically position themselves and manage resources to overcome enemies and reach the end.
Combat plays out on a grid, with players attacking enemies by moving onto their square. The outcome depends on the player's health, armor, and attack stats versus the enemy's. Players can also use special abilities on the square in front of an enemy to attack for free. This tactical system rewards precise positioning and ability usage to triumph in battles.
Players select from several playable heroes, each with unique stats and abilities that alter combat tactics. Unlocking new heroes and mastering their playstyles is key to the game's replayability, as players experiment to find the best combinations to overcome challenges.
Throughout levels, players must manage resources like health, armor, and special abilities. Collecting items that boost these stats is crucial to surviving encounters with enemies and powerful bosses. Deciding which path to take and which upgrades to prioritize tests the player's resource management skills.
At the end of each level, players face an formidable boss that significantly tests their progress. Defeating these bosses requires carefully building up the player's stats and optimizing ability usage. The tension of these encounters, where failure means restarting, is a core part of the game's appeal.