Game info

Impaler is a minimalist arena shooter with spikes. Summon spikes to slay monsters, build barriers, and reach higher ground. Impaler's rogue-like elements ensure each run is a unique challenge.

Impaler is a 90s-inspired arena shooter where you impale monsters with magic spikes. It is difficult, rewards movement, and each run feels different thanks to rogue-like elements. Overcome the increasingly difficult hordes of monsters by upgrading your weapons & abilities. Impaler has a retro art style, a great soundtrack, and a custom engine for extra smooth frame rates. It is perfect for the Steam Deck and has full controller support.


Impaler is easy to play but difficult to master.

Gameplay:
- Summon spikes to impale, build barriers, & reach higher ground
- Bunny hop + strafe jump for extra speed
- Fall on monsters to perform devastating stomp attacks
- Earn gold to buy 30+ unique upgrades
- Highly replayable with 7 weapons, 10 enemies, and diverse map layouts

Visuals & Sound:
- Original pixel art inspired by 90s shooters
- Moody atmosphere with rain, fog, and colorful lighting
- Retro synth / metal tracks and crunchy sounds

Engine:
- Custom engine made in pure C + OpenGL. No bloat.
- Dynamic lighting and fog
- Soft particles and volumetric effects
- Bullet penetrations and ricochets

Apptivus

Apptivus is an indie product company that creates toys, software, and sometimes video games.