Pierce the Darkness : Pixel Art Stealth & Slow-Mo Adventure

Pierce the Darkness

Game jam prototype — developed in just 7 days

Enter a brutal and mysterious pixel-art dungeon in Pierce the Darkness, an intense action game crafted during the Bario Game Jam. Step into the shadows as a silent assassin who must strike swiftly, survive relentless enemies, and descend deeper into danger.

With visually rich pixel graphics and fast-paced gameplay, this prototype offers a thrilling experience where every stab counts. Take down enemies, unlock treasure chests for currency, and move to the next stage — or be consumed by the darkness.

🎮 Controls:
🖱 Move toward the mouse direction
🗡 Left Click to stab enemies
⏱ Press Spacebar to activate slow motion

While this is a gameplay-focused demo, the future of Pierce the Darkness is packed with exciting plans:

• 🔼 Player leveling system

• 💥 Class-based weapons & skills

• 💰 Multiple currencies & item-based looting

• ♻️ Currency exchange and economy

• 👾 More enemies, maps, and challenging stages

• 🧙‍♂️ Class selection with unique playstyles

With just 7 days of development, this game is only the beginning. If you're intrigued by the core experience.