June 9, 2025 - Get ready to enter the adorable battlefield of chaos! Sweet Slaughter is coming to Steam Next Fest, offering players a fresh, playable demo. Dive into the action and experience fast-paced, roguelike mayhem firsthand.
In Sweet Slaughter, you'll face endless waves of cute but deadly monsters in a gripping action roguelike that challenges both your reflexes and your strategy. Choose a hero with unique abilities, customize your build with powerful Augments and Modifiers, and survive for 15 minutes to confront the ultimate boss encounter.
Demo Highlights:
- 2 Playable Characters: Each with their own active ability and distinct playstyle.
- 1 Handcrafted Map: Featuring a unique mechanic where collectible flowers grant permanent stat boosts.
- Dynamic Shrines: Encounter shrines that offer varied effects - one provides random stat buffs, while another multiplies visible stats at the cost of secretly cutting one.
- Deep Build Variety: Unlock powerful Augments and experiment with countless combinations to create devastating synergies.
- Achievements & Progression: Earn rewards and unlock new gameplay elements as you master the demo.
The demo delivers a polished, replayable experience, inspired by bullet heaven classics like Vampire Survivors.
Demo on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3303180/Sweet_Slaughter/
Key Gameplay Features:
- Diverse Heroes: Select from a variety of characters, each boasting unique active abilities and playstyles.
- Strategic Augments: Stack Attribute and Effect Augments to craft unique and powerful builds tailored to your playstyle.
- 15-Minute Survival Challenge: Defeat ever-growing hordes of monsters before facing the final boss.
- Dynamic Events: Engage in on-map events that offer valuable rewards and strategic advantages.
- Meta Progression: Unlock new content and upgrades between runs, ensuring long-term replayability and a sense of growth.
- Charming Yet Deadly Aesthetic: Battle waves of deceptively cute monsters in colorful, chaotic environments that are as vibrant as they are deadly.
Whether you're a seasoned roguelike/bullet heaven fan or new to the genre, Sweet Slaughter offers a compelling blend of strategy, chaos, and charm. Don't miss your chance to try the demo during Steam Next Fest, June 9-16!
About LeaveLess
Sweet Slaughter is the debut commercial title from an independent developer LeaveLess who transitioned to full-time indie game development last year, driven by a passion for creating engaging experiences. The game strives to deliver quick bursts of gameplay combining it with cute and gory aesthetics inspired by Happy Tree Friends and Superjail for an ultimate hectic experience.