Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up, Indie, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: DOS, Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Wii U, Xbox One
- Developers: BetaDwarf
- Publishers: BetaDwarf
Forced (2013): A Brutal Gladiator Arena Roguelike
Forced is a brutal gladiator arena roguelike that will test your skills and patience. You play as a slave who has been condemned to fight in the arena for the amusement of the crowd. Your goal is to fight your way through the challenges and Guardians at the end of each area and gain freedom for yourself and your kin.
The game is played from a top-down perspective and the controls are simple: you can move your character with the WASD keys, attack with the left mouse button, and use your special abilities with the right mouse button.
There are a variety of different characters to play as, each with their own unique abilities. You can also equip your character with a variety of weapons and armor to improve their stats.
The arena is procedurally generated, so each playthrough is different. The game is also very challenging, and you will need to be strategic in your approach to combat if you want to survive.
Gameplay
Forced is a fast-paced and action-packed game. The combat is brutal and unforgiving, and you will need to be quick on your feet to survive. You can attack your enemies with your sword, shield, or special abilities. You can also block and dodge attacks to avoid taking damage.
There are a variety of different enemies to fight in Forced, each with their own unique abilities. You will need to learn how to defeat each type of enemy if you want to progress through the game.
In addition to the regular enemies, there are also Guardians at the end of each area. Guardians are powerful bosses that will require all of your skills to defeat.
Character Progression
As you progress through Forced, you will earn experience points that you can use to level up your character. Each level up will give you a skill point that you can use to improve your character’s stats or abilities.
You can also find new weapons and armor to equip your character with. New weapons and armor will improve your character’s stats and abilities, and will help you to survive in the arena.
Art Style
Forced has a unique and stylized art style that sets it apart from other games in the genre. The game’s world is dark and gritty, and the characters are all beautifully designed. The art style helps to create a sense of atmosphere and immersion that is unmatched by other games.
Soundtrack
The soundtrack to Forced is composed by Disasterpeace, and it is one of the best video game soundtracks of all time. The music is dark and atmospheric, and it perfectly captures the game’s tone and setting. The soundtrack is also very catchy, and it will stay with you long after you finish playing the game.
Overall
Forced is a fantastic gladiator arena roguelike that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its fast-paced combat, challenging levels, and unique art style, Forced is a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 9/10
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8.5/10
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