Underhero

Hello there!

We're happy to say that with this new update Underhero now has controller remapping and key binding. It took us more work than we originally anticipated, but hopefully it improves the game for more people.

What's new:

Underhero is an RPG-platformer where the chosen hero has failed, and an underling of the evil king reluctantly takes his place as the new hero. Use timing-based combat to defeat enemies as you. Underhero, free and safe download. Underhero latest version: An Evil Henchman Gets his Own Adventure in Underhero. Underhero is a side-scrolling RPG with an offbeat and satirical sense of humour.

• Completely redone controller menu.
• Edit inputs for both keyboards and controllers on the main menu, or during play through the pause menu.
• Inputs are saved after the game is closed.
• For quick access press 'F12' to open the new menu, and 'F11' to reset to default inputs.
• Most gamepads will be compatible with the game now (no more Xbox exclusivity :P).
• This update will also be available for Mac and Linux users.
• Quicker saving times, initial loading times slightly faster too.
• New force resolution option* (More on this below).

Unfortunately we were not able to make it so icons update during play with new inputs, or new icons for different controller types. Regardless of what controller you use the game will still use Xbox 360 icons. We really tried with this one, but it was not possible and we apologize for it.
This new input system was tested with Xbox 360 controllers, Dualshock 4, Switch Pro controller, generic brand gamepads and keyboards. That said, even after a lot of testing there might be a couple of bugs that slipped through, let us know if you find anything and we will get it fixed for the next patch.

Bug fixes:

• Fixed a bug where the player couldn't save or load because the save file wasn't created.
• Fixed a couple of lingering typos.
• Fixed a bug were the checkered background in some menus would become smaller horizontally when zooming in and closing the menu.
• Other small bugs pertaining to the new input system.

*How to access the force resolution option:

Go to the main menu and then to options, now press 'F10' to open the force resolution screen. Type both a new resolution and an aspect ratio and press enter.

This was done in case the game is not recognizing or changing the correct display resolution, it's a bit hacky but we hope it works for some extreme cases.

If you find any issues be sure to let us know through our discord server or in the Steam forums.

Please take care, and see you next time!

• Release Date (NA): February 11, 2020
• Release Date (EU): February 12, 2020
• Publisher:Digerati
• Developer: Paper Castle Games
• Genres:RPG, Platformer
• ESRB Rating: Teen
• Also For: Computer, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
• Local Multiplayer
  Co-operative

Have you ever thought about where that coin or special item you collect from a minion in a game comes from? Or how minions always get to a place before the hero even shows up? That's some of the answers to the RPG trope that Underhero answers, because in this title you play as someone from the other camp, the bad one.

Underhero deconstructs the good-guy-saves-princess formula, puts you in charge of an underling who inadvertently becomes the hero of the evil lair for having killed off the very hero coming to save the princess.

Underhero

Mr. Stitches, our grand villain, tasks you to take the triviality stones back to their owners for the next heroes to collect them after fighting them off. Yes, for baddies, it's business, as usual to get kicked in the butt by heroes who collect tchotchkes.

But there's one thing that you didn't tell Mr Stitches: Elizabeth IV. No that's not some Queen's name but a magical hilt that served as the companion of the last hero whose demise you witnessed.

Underhero Undertale Au

So now our shy protagonist from the evil side secretly joins forces with a magical companion from the good side who will train you before you can challenge Mr. Stitches. Before being ready, our masked kid will have to abide by Mr. Stitches' quest and deliver those triviality stones to the Moth Queen, Baron of the Long Woods and El Salserissimo. Danganronpa trigger happy havoc anime. These are the names of bosses inhabiting different worlds that heroes have to go through before facing off Mr. Stitches.

You will meet wacky characters throughout your journey, like a butterfly with a split personality, a rude floating spectral hand or even ghosts who want to party in a graveyard. The title isn't lacking in terms of plot twists either and it took me by surprise more than once.

Underhero Sprites

Underhero pokes fun at itself and at the genre it represents in a refreshing way and this is felt within the gameplay itself. As an RPG, you'll have the opportunity to boost your stats and equipment for battles and gain XP. Battles are conducted in a peculiar, yet interesting way. It all revolves around your stamina bar as every attack will use up some stamina. Jumping and evading attacks will help you regain stamina and if you hit your enemy in tandem with the music, you'll deal more damage.

If you aren't feeling particularly courageous for a battle, you can even… bribe your foes! Better keep some coins with you! Also, it's a good idea to talk to your enemies before attacking to learn useful information, because there are mid-mission quizzes (don't ask) where random questions about the world you are in get thrown at you. Successfully answering them will grant you some nice rewards. Yeah, Underhero is a peculiar title and somehow manages to deliver its peculiarity in a compelling way.

However, the game features many instances where it could heavily improve. Some battles aren't really predictable or follow any easily discernible patterns from the get-go. Several bosses can be hard to figure out at first, and trial and error seems to be the only way to get around them and know their weak spot. These could definitely have been revised.

Cloud gardens. Despite being an anti-RPG RPG, Underhero somehow still manages to incorporate some of the least exciting parts of RPGs. For one, there are fetch quests. And in Underhero, they're more often the redundant kind than the fun kind, even if some of them try to add some flavor to it such as finding party supplies for ghosts haunting a mansion.

Levels often feel dragged at times, especially with the platforming sessions - which make a considerable chunk of the game - even if fetch quests are made to sound absurd on purpose. Some mini-games like races and rhythm button-mashing do bring some much-needed diversity but they can't mask the other flagrant issues. There's also the issue of backtracking, a lot of backtracking. On top of this, there's no fast travel feature which makes those mundane backtracks even more so.

Additionally, towards the final segment, the game will have you revisit areas to talk to defeated bosses. And these bosses are found at the very end of the levels, meaning revisiting familiar areas ad nauseum. It all feels like useless filler and the lack of fast travel to basically anywhere makes it even worse..

Underhero Sprites

Another noteworthy issue I've had with the Switch version is the load times. These often take longer than they should, even when transitioning to another room within the same world, and it is not an isolated issue.

• Release Date (NA): February 11, 2020
• Release Date (EU): February 12, 2020
• Publisher:Digerati
• Developer: Paper Castle Games
• Genres:RPG, Platformer
• ESRB Rating: Teen
• Also For: Computer, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
• Local Multiplayer
  Co-operative

Have you ever thought about where that coin or special item you collect from a minion in a game comes from? Or how minions always get to a place before the hero even shows up? That's some of the answers to the RPG trope that Underhero answers, because in this title you play as someone from the other camp, the bad one.

Underhero deconstructs the good-guy-saves-princess formula, puts you in charge of an underling who inadvertently becomes the hero of the evil lair for having killed off the very hero coming to save the princess.

Underhero

Mr. Stitches, our grand villain, tasks you to take the triviality stones back to their owners for the next heroes to collect them after fighting them off. Yes, for baddies, it's business, as usual to get kicked in the butt by heroes who collect tchotchkes.

But there's one thing that you didn't tell Mr Stitches: Elizabeth IV. No that's not some Queen's name but a magical hilt that served as the companion of the last hero whose demise you witnessed.

Underhero Undertale Au

So now our shy protagonist from the evil side secretly joins forces with a magical companion from the good side who will train you before you can challenge Mr. Stitches. Before being ready, our masked kid will have to abide by Mr. Stitches' quest and deliver those triviality stones to the Moth Queen, Baron of the Long Woods and El Salserissimo. Danganronpa trigger happy havoc anime. These are the names of bosses inhabiting different worlds that heroes have to go through before facing off Mr. Stitches.

You will meet wacky characters throughout your journey, like a butterfly with a split personality, a rude floating spectral hand or even ghosts who want to party in a graveyard. The title isn't lacking in terms of plot twists either and it took me by surprise more than once.

Underhero Sprites

Underhero pokes fun at itself and at the genre it represents in a refreshing way and this is felt within the gameplay itself. As an RPG, you'll have the opportunity to boost your stats and equipment for battles and gain XP. Battles are conducted in a peculiar, yet interesting way. It all revolves around your stamina bar as every attack will use up some stamina. Jumping and evading attacks will help you regain stamina and if you hit your enemy in tandem with the music, you'll deal more damage.

If you aren't feeling particularly courageous for a battle, you can even… bribe your foes! Better keep some coins with you! Also, it's a good idea to talk to your enemies before attacking to learn useful information, because there are mid-mission quizzes (don't ask) where random questions about the world you are in get thrown at you. Successfully answering them will grant you some nice rewards. Yeah, Underhero is a peculiar title and somehow manages to deliver its peculiarity in a compelling way.

However, the game features many instances where it could heavily improve. Some battles aren't really predictable or follow any easily discernible patterns from the get-go. Several bosses can be hard to figure out at first, and trial and error seems to be the only way to get around them and know their weak spot. These could definitely have been revised.

Cloud gardens. Despite being an anti-RPG RPG, Underhero somehow still manages to incorporate some of the least exciting parts of RPGs. For one, there are fetch quests. And in Underhero, they're more often the redundant kind than the fun kind, even if some of them try to add some flavor to it such as finding party supplies for ghosts haunting a mansion.

Levels often feel dragged at times, especially with the platforming sessions - which make a considerable chunk of the game - even if fetch quests are made to sound absurd on purpose. Some mini-games like races and rhythm button-mashing do bring some much-needed diversity but they can't mask the other flagrant issues. There's also the issue of backtracking, a lot of backtracking. On top of this, there's no fast travel feature which makes those mundane backtracks even more so.

Additionally, towards the final segment, the game will have you revisit areas to talk to defeated bosses. And these bosses are found at the very end of the levels, meaning revisiting familiar areas ad nauseum. It all feels like useless filler and the lack of fast travel to basically anywhere makes it even worse..

Underhero Sprites

Another noteworthy issue I've had with the Switch version is the load times. These often take longer than they should, even when transitioning to another room within the same world, and it is not an isolated issue.

Underhero Gog

Worst for last, near the end of the game, I encountered a significant bug in 'Heroes Road, Floor 3-5'. It involves a puzzle where you have to collect a key by pushing some switches and just when the key has to hit a platform, a glitch causes it to fall down. I haven't seen any eShop update at the time of writing, even if the developers sent me the code after most issues have been fixed. This glitch, in particular, prevents me, and likely a few other players, from completing the game and I've seen it being reported on the Steam version. Hopefully the devs will work to resolve this on the Switch version as well.

Underhero Fanart

Despite all of its shortcomings, Underhero is a title worth visiting if you're looking for something that breaks the mold. The retro-styled graphics and original audio score are there to accompany you on a colorful journey with some unique quirks. Hopefully, you won't come across any bugs..

Underhero | Trailer

• J-Machine

  wait you weren't able to finish it cause of a bug and gameplay / level design wasn't good but you gave it a 7? very generous imo

• Prans

  wait you weren't able to finish it cause of a bug and gameplay / level design wasn't good but you gave it a 7? very generous imo

  I've been in touch with the devs and the bug is a random one, and not everyone experiences it. it's also quite an original title and deserves some credit for that, especially considering the size of the dev team (5 or so).

• CPG

  i just got it
  it is fun

• eriol33

  Anti RPG? Feels like a shout out to moon RPG remix