Impaler is challenging, rewards movement, and each run feels different thanks to rogue-like elements. Overcome the increasingly difficult hordes of monsters by upgrading your weapons & abilities. Impaler has a retro art style, a great soundtrack, and a custom engine for extra smooth frame rates.

It’s perfect for the Steam Deck and has full controller support.

Impaler is easy to play but difficult to master!## Gameplay

Summon spikes to impale, build barriers & reach higher ground
Bunny hop + strafe jump for extra speed
Fall on monsters to perform devastating stomp attacks
Earn gold to buy 40+ unique upgrades
Highly replayable with 7 weapons, 10 enemies, and diverse map layouts

Visuals & Sound

Original pixel art inspired by 90s shooters
Moody atmosphere with rain, fog, and colorful lighting
Retro synth/metal tracks and crunchy sounds

Engine

A custom engine made in pure C + OpenGL. No bloat.
Dynamic lighting and fog
Soft particles and volumetric effects
Bullet penetrations and ricochets

Source: Steam Store Description

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MobyGames ID: 196104

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Game added by BOIADEIRO ERRANTE.

Game added April 14, 2023. Last modified September 20, 2023.