Kingdom Eighties (2023)

When the mysterious Greed threatens a small middle-American town, a rag-tag band of brave kids are dragged into an epic struggle of seemingly insurmountable odds to save their families, their neighborhood, and their town. You play as The Leader, a young camp counselor who will have to defend their town and family from the relentless attack of the mysterious Greed. What are these monsters, and why are they trying to steal their family legacy, the Crown of Creation?

Role-playing (RPG)Simulator Strategy Adventure Arcade Action Fantasy tower defense retro 1980s demo pixel art base buildingXbox Series X|S, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5

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Unpretentious, plot-driven, grave and raw.

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God is a GeekChris WhiteJun 20238.5/10
Kingdom Eighties is a fantastic tribute to the 80s, offering satisfying base-building and plenty of nods to the movies of the time.
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TheSixthAxisDominic LeightonJul 20238/10
Despite its simplistic setup, Kingdom Eighties will hoover up hour after hour of your time. There's a captivating quality to its pure, focused strategy, and combined with its more narrative-driven focus Kingdom Eighties is a must-play game in 2023.
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GameGrinMartin HeathJul 20238.5/10
Kingdom Eighties is a great title for those interested in the series and a worthy distraction for those waiting for the next big release! Its neon style and synthwave charm will get you hooked, and its fun mechanics and plot will keep you wanting more.
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SVGAlejandro JosanJul 20237/10
Not without its hiccups, Kingdom Eighties is a great introduction to the Kingdom games with its stylish aesthetic, intuitive controls, and cohesive story.
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About the game

Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5, Mac, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Fury Studios
Publisher: Raw Fury
Released: June 26, 2023
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective: Side view
Engine: Unity

IGDB rating 7.7/10 from 9 ratings.

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