Underplayed Gems

Wholesome Slaughter (2021)

Wholesome Slaughter cover
Developer
Eclipse Game Labs
Publisher
Patrick Simeon
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 44 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 56 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gleefully violent arcade shooter where you blast cheerful mythical creatures with a colorful arsenal in a short, linear campaign.

fast-pacedviolentdarkly funnyretrocutelineararcade-likeover-the-top

What players say

Players say it is a simple, competent old-school shooter that lasts about an hour, with many noting the price is right. Reviews are split on ammo: some find it scarce and must conserve, others find it fine. A few mention performance stutter and buggy checkpoints.

Trailer

Screenshots

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