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Mercenary Kings
By Tribute Games, released 1 Jan 2014
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
What it is
Mercenary Kings is a 2D action game from Tribute Games about a mercenary team fighting CLAW after the enemy seizes a secret laboratory base on an island. You can craft and customize guns and blades, as well as upgrade body armor, before taking on the opposing forces. The game supports solo play or playing with friends, with multiplayer, co-op, shared or split-screen play, and cross-platform multiplayer listed. Steam features include achievements, full controller support, Steam Cloud, trading cards, and Remote Play on TV. It is categorized as action, adventure, indie, and RPG on Steam, and its listed age rating is 12. The Steam release is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Its focus is on fighting through CLAW’s forces with a crafted arsenal, either alone or alongside others.
What players like, and what they don't
- Craft and customize guns and blades
- Upgrade body armor
- Co-op and shared-screen play
- Cross-platform multiplayer listed
- Steam age rating is 12
- No other campaign or mode details listed
Who it suits
It suits players looking for 2D action with customizable weapons and armor. Its solo, co-op, shared-screen, and cross-platform multiplayer options also make it relevant to groups who want to play together.
Mercenary Kings pairs action combat with crafting and equipment upgrades. Its range of multiplayer options gives both solo players and groups a way into the fight.
