The Deadlands

The Deadlands

Despair Games · July 28, 2023 · Action, Adventure, Arcade, Platformer, Dark Fantasy

Buy The Deadlands from Steam at $3.99 — the cheapest of 1 store we compare.

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The Deadlands price by region

The Deadlands costs £3.39 in the United Kingdom, $3.99 in the United States, €3.99 in Europe (EUR), $3.99 in Georgia (USD), CA$4.99 in Canada, A$5.95 in Australia, NZ$5.99 in New Zealand, R$13.79 in Brazil and zł17.99 in Poland right now.

Cheapest The Deadlands offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
United Kingdom £3.39 £3.39 — 1
United Statesyour region $3.99 $3.99 — 1
Europe (EUR) €3.99 €3.99 — 1
Georgia (USD) $3.99 $3.99 — 1
Canada CA$4.99 CA$4.99 — 1
Australia A$5.95 A$5.95 — 1
New Zealand NZ$5.99 NZ$5.99 — 1
Brazil R$13.79 R$13.79 — 1
Poland zł17.99 zł17.99 — 1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About The Deadlands

Embark on a harrowing journey of courage, sacrifice, and vengeance in The Deadlands, a captivating 2D platformer/side scroller that combines intense gameplay, formidable boss battles, and atmospheric pixel art graphics. Inspired by the renowned Castlevania series, this single-player epic introduces players to a dark world steeped in gothic aesthetics and sinister undertones.

As a devoted father haunted by tragedy, you assume the role of a determined protagonist, determined to rescue his kidnapped son from the clutches of an insidious necromancer. The nefarious sorcerer, responsible for the untimely demise of the young boy's mother, seeks to raise an undead army to carry out his malevolent ambitions.

Prepare to navigate treacherous landscapes and unravel the secrets of a sprawling, interconnected world. Your path is laden with cunning traps, hidden passages, and formidable foes. Traverse ancient castles, eerie catacombs, and haunted forests, each teeming with undead horrors and supernatural abominations.

Empower yourself to triumph over formidable bosses, extracting their essence to replenish your vitality and fortify your very being. Embrace the bountiful energy of these fallen adversaries, enhancing your strength and resilience with each hard-fought victory, as you relentlessly push beyond the limits of what seems insurmountable.

The Deadlands offers an enthralling blend of challenging combat and strategic exploration. Engage in adrenaline-pumping battles against towering bosses, each possessing unique abilities and weaknesses. Employ cunning tactics, exploit their vulnerabilities, and demonstrate your prowess to emerge victorious.

Immerse yourself in a hauntingly beautiful world brought to life through meticulously crafted pixel art visuals. The gothic atmosphere, accentuated by a haunting musical score, will envelop you in a realm where darkness and desperation collide, invoking a sense of urgency and determination.

Will you have the strength and resolve to conquer the armies of undead, defeat the malevolent necromancer, and reunite a shattered family? The fate of a father's love and the salvation of an innocent child lie in your hands in The Deadlands.

Features:
  • A compelling narrative of a father's quest to save his son from an evil necromancer.
  • Intense and challenging gameplay with precise platforming and strategic combat.
  • Epic boss battles that test your skills and wits.
  • Explore a vast, interconnected world filled with traps, secrets, and hidden treasures.
  • Harness the power of formidable bosses.
  • Immerse yourself in a visually stunning pixel art world with gothic aesthetics.
  • Experience a haunting musical score that enhances the game's atmosphere.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure and embrace the darkness as you strive to reclaim what was lost in The Deadlands.

Warning:
This game contains flashing lights that may make it unsuitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy or other photosensitive conditions. Player discretion is advised.

The Deadlands — game info

Platforms
Windows, macOS
Player modes
Single-player
PC Game Pass
Not included
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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Jul 30, 2023
I may be a bit biased because I backed this game in it's development with some friends, but listen here, sonny jim. I was raised on the Sega Genesis, and felt immediate nostalgia with the visuals and the soundtrack and the mechanics. Visually looks good, controls are easy to figure out, and fighting enemies is fun. I am not great at platformers and die to traps quite often, but I still enjoy it. Would recommend- 10/10.
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Recommended Jul 29, 2023
10/10 would recommend. Enjoyed all the unique boss designs as well as the fast paced movement. Cant wait for more from this developer. Also first :P
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Recommended Nov 5, 2023
Indie games are not usually my style, but this one caught my attention and it was very enjoyable. The combat system and movement is straight forward and easy to figure out which is a plus for newer platform/indie gamers. I'd like to see if future combat abilities would be added and potentially an item that gives extra lives. Looking forward to the future developments!
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