TANKMAGE

TANKMAGE, developed by Vyskei Games, is a hardcore turn-based battle game inspired by duel pits in classic MMOs. Set in a fantasy world, players take on the role of a tankmage armed with a sword, halberd, and a list of spells, embarking on an adventure through multiple locations. Each location features unique enemies to challenge, with the game emphasizing combat over story for a pure strategic experience. The inspiration stems from the developer's time in old-school MMOs, aiming to capture the tense duel atmosphere. It features pixel art style paying homage to the Game Boy Color era, while supporting modern handhelds like Miyoo, Anbernic, and others for seamless retro-modern play. Built with tools such as Aseprite, Godot, and GB Studio, it ensures high quality in visuals and gameplay. The immersive atmosphere is enhanced by developer-made sound effects and carefully crafted music, adding to the tension and sense of achievement in battles.

The core gameplay of TANKMAGE revolves around turn-based combat, where players control a tankmage on a grid or similar interface, using melee weapons (sword, halberd) and spells to fight enemies. Each battle requires different tactical strategies, such as poisoning enemies to prevent healing. The game follows a linear progression where players must defeat enemies consecutively to advance, with permadeath mechanics resetting progress upon loss, increasing challenge and replayability. The combat system focuses on resource management and timing, requiring players to adapt attacks and defenses based on enemy types. It includes multiple unique locations and enemies with progressive difficulty, encouraging learning through failure and skill improvement. Overall, the experience emphasizes strategic depth and hardcore challenge, appealing to fans of turn-based combat and retro styles.