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Descend into the Heart of Darkness in The Citadel

Prepare for a brutal, action-packed experience in The Citadel, a hardcore old-school shooter that pays homage to the 90's classics. As a Battlesister, you must LET THE SLEEPING GOD DIE and fight your way through a nightmarish world brimming with relentless enemies and overwhelming firepower.

Explore 6 expansive episodes, featuring 30 intense levels (plus 6 hidden secret levels for the dedicated player), each designed to test your skills and resolve. Face off against 6 fearsome bosses, each a unique challenge demanding strategic thinking and lightning-fast reflexes. Arm yourself with a devastating arsenal of 14 different weapon types, each boasting obliterating secondary fire functions. Unleash the ultimate power with 3 distinct types of single-use special weapons, guaranteed to leave a trail of destruction in your wake.

Unforgiving Gameplay with Modern Touches

Enjoy the thrill of unlimited continues, giving you the chance to learn from your mistakes and persevere through even the most challenging encounters. Hub areas provide brief respite, offering a chance to regroup and prepare for the next onslaught, but don't get too comfortable! Gameplay in The Citadel is purely skill-based; there are no cheap hitscanners here, only projectiles that demand skillful dodging and precise movement.

Encounter a huge enemy variety, from axe-throwing cultists and suicide drones to heavily armored mecha tanks and flamethrower troopers. Each enemy type presents a unique threat that requires adaptable tactics and a keen understanding of their weaknesses.

Innovative Combat Mechanics

Kick the Opponent into Lava! Light-weight enemies are susceptible to your kicks, offering an opportunity to stun or knock them into environmental hazards like bottomless pits or fiery lava flows. Master positioning and environmental awareness to gain the upper hand in combat.

Upgradable Weapons provide an edge in battle. Discover superior versions of your favorite weapons that offer increased firepower and tactical advantages.

Experience the visceral thrill of Gibs! Enemies explode into satisfying chunks of meat and metal upon death, adding a layer of gruesome realism to the chaotic action.

Enhanced Replayability with Optional Features

The Citadel offers a wealth of optional features that allow you to customize your gameplay experience. Enable leaning for added tactical depth, allowing you to peek around corners and dodge enemy fire with greater precision. Or, amp up the challenge with the weapon condition system, where automatic weapons can jam mid-battle and eventually break down, forcing you to adapt and manage your resources carefully.