Katanaut Demo is Out Now - Carve Your Way Through Cosmic Horrors!
The Katanaut demo has just launched on Steam! The station’s a total mess, and you’re the one stuck cleaning it up.
16 JANUARY 2025 – Voidmaw LLC is excited to announce that the Katanaut demo is now live on Steam! Test your skills in this action roguelite as you battle through hordes of enemies and uncover the secrets of what went wrong on this massive space station.
His blade is ready, gun cocked, arms are heavy.
There's gore on the floor already; hordes turned into cosmic spaghetti!
The demo leads into Katanaut’s participation in Steam Next Fest this February, where a Steam Broadcast will show off some gameplay, developer commentary, and the stranger parts of the Katanaut universe. Give the demo a try and get ready to experience the chaos firsthand.
Oh, and fun fact: Katanaut was crowned “Best Sci-Fi Eldritch Slasher” at December’s TGAGWCAGA? (Yes, it’s real. We promise.)
So grab your blade, your sanity, and frankly as many healing syringes as you can. The demo is playable now, on Steam, ready for you to test your skills and willpower.
Take a Stab at the Katanaut Demo Trailer:
Press & creators interested in covering Katanaut can request review codes here:
Put me on the list for a Katanaut Steam code!Press kit: voidmaw.com/Press
Steam Page: store.steampowered.com/app/3032830/Katanaut
Press Contact: contact@voidmaw.com (Interviews welcome!)
About the game
Katanaut is an action roguelite, inspired by both metroidvania and action-platformers. The stage is set on a massive space station that went through a mysterious accident. With the station slowly spiraling out of control, and its once-human inhabitants twisted into terrors, you’re the unlucky one tasked with uncovering what is going on... assuming you’re able to survive the station's violent halls with souls-like combat.
You’ll be armed with unlockable melee weapons, guns, and magic-like abilities while you face an evolving gauntlet of horrors, as the station warps around you. The deeper you descend into the station, the environments become more haunting, and the enemies less human. Every step forward could be a gamble, where strategy and your quick reflexes end up being your only lifeline. Whether you’re experimenting with wild combos, or perfecting a build that matches your preferred playstyle, every death will offer a new puzzle to solve.
Key Features
Diverse Builds | Experiment with different weapons, guns, and abilities to create a strategy that matches your style, or something completely unexpected.
Unique Challenges | Experience a unique mixture of hand-crafted and procedurally generated levels where it could be a quick and easy run, or an intense onslaught of surprises.
Unlockable Arsenal | Roguelites aren't roguelites without unlockable items! Katanaut offers a vast number of weapons, skills, and perks waiting to be discovered and upgraded.
High-Stakes Combat | Got quick reflexes? We serve up speedy fights where playing smart and thinking quick can make all the difference.
Pixel-Perfect Design | Experience a pixel-art universe where all the details are refined and designed by hand. All to inspire the unsettling beauty of this cosmic nightmare!
Synthwave Soundtrack | Our soundtrack brings immersive energy to every battle and simultaneously aims to paint the vibe of the station’s darkest corners – all made by one immensely talented musician!
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About the Studio
Voidmaw LLC is a one-person indie studio born with a deep passion for roguelites and a strong drive to create games that challenge and inspire players. Drawing inspiration from many classic games, Voidmaw’s mission is to bring a fresh collaboration of ideas to life, where every element is meant to reflect the Voidmaw’s commitment to quality. Founded by a developer who lives to blend gameplay innovation with a unique visual style, Voidmaw focuses on delivering experiences that stick around, even after the screen goes dark.
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