Underplayed Gems

Herald of Havoc (2023)

Herald of Havoc cover
Developer
Zeldars Zone
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 273 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A relentless, high-energy shooter that blends retro gunplay with massive enemy hordes and quick, varied levels.

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What players say

Players split on the final third, with many calling the last episode a letdown and the boss fight trivial, but the first two-thirds are fast, varied boomer shooter fun that fans of Quake and OG Doom enjoy. It is short with 21 levels, has solid gunplay and music, and costs about a bag of chips.

Trailer

Screenshots

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