On October 28, the additional content for “Halls of Torment,” titled “The Boglands,” as well as the free update “Bardcore,” will become available. Additionally, the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series editions of the horde survival game will be launched by developer Chasing Carrots on that same date.
The game named “Halls of Torment” initially became available on PC through Steam’s Early Access program on May 24, 2023. After some time in development, it was finally released in its complete form on September 24, 2024.
Here is an overview of the game and upcoming content, via Chasing Carrots:
■ About Halls of Torment
Drawing influence from both “Diablo” and “Vampire Survivors”, “Halls of Torment” embodies the spirit of a horde survival game, featuring a timeless, pre-rendered visual style reminiscent of the golden era in the late ’90s.
Select a character and venture into the lethal Chambers of Agony. Overcome successive waves of unspeakable terrors. Boost your power by acquiring traits, skills, and artifacts, enhancing your character as you advance further into the void – and closer to the realm of the Afflicted Deities.
Ever since its release, Halls of Torment has gathered an impressive 28,000 “Extremely Favorable” reviews on Steam, positioning it as one of the most successful “Survivor-style” games so far! With runs lasting around 30 minutes, roguelike gameplay elements, endless progression, and a complex underworld to navigate, the game skillfully blends classic and contemporary features into an extremely engaging experience.
Key Features
- A hoard survival game playable in addictive 30 minute runs.
- Roguelike mechanics with quest-based meta progression.
- Enormous range of characters, abilities and items to play with.
- Waves of enemies, unique bosses, and a labyrinthine world to explore.
- Experiment, strategize and find the best way forward.
- Old school pre-rendered art style inspired by the 90s.
Free Update “Bardcore” Features
- Enormous, highly anticipated free update!
- Introducing the long awaited new character: The Bard!
- Six new abilities!
- Six new endgame artifacts!
- Three metal music tracks with music selection per stage!
- Manual level ups!
■ About the Downloadable Content “The Boglands”
Beyond the accursed Halls, you’ll find the Submerged Lands – a sinking domain filled with roots creeping along the ground, spectral beings lost to the waters, and creatures that failed to fully perish. This addition for Halls of Agony unveils a putrid, unexplored territory, offering new characters, gameplay mechanics, and trials for those who dare to think they’ve mastered the misery.
The first DLC (Downloadable Content) for ‘Halls of Torment’ is now up for grabs! You can buy it on both PC and console platforms.
What Awaits in the Boglands
- A New Stage – Trudge through a slowing swamp teeming with insects, spirits, and ancient walking trees. Time is not your enemy here – survival is. Victory lies not in the grains in the hourglass, but in the piles of slain foes.
- Two New Heroes – The Crone summons twisted plant life to ensnare enemies and spread Decay, while The Alchemist hurls volatile mixtures imbued with elemental power – customizable for fire, ice, lightning, or earth.
- Over 50 New Quests – Earn rewards by experimenting with new mechanics, braving the Boglands, and mastering your tools.
- New Abilities and Gear – Unlock three new abilities and a dozen new items, designed to synergize with the Crone’s control and the Alchemist’s raw elemental creativity.
- Decay Mechanic and Earth Element – Unleash the new Earth element and apply Decay, a long-lasting, armor-cracking curse that softens even the toughest foes.
- Six New Artifacts – Customize your runs with powerful stage modifiers. Risk meets reward as these ancient objects twist the rules to your favor—or demise.
- More Traits. More Blessings. More Ways to Die – Expand your build potential with potion-focused blessings and new traits waiting to be uncovered.
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