Homebound Haerold (2023)

Developer: Smiles
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frantic side-scrolling shooter with a crude, early-internet comedic tone and a linear push through themed areas.

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What players say

Players describe a short, one-hit-kill side scroller that blends offensive humor with Hotline Miami-style difficulty. Reviews note the game is a simple parody of stereotypes, and some find it brutally challenging.

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