Achilles: Survivor News

Achilles: Survivor has officially launched Early Access on Steam, bringing an epic battle of survival to the mythical world of Ancient Greece. Step into Achilles' sandals—or one of many other survivors—and prove your worth in the bullet heaven genre with a building twist.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2922410/Achilles_Survivor/

To celebrate our launch, we’re offering a special 10% discount for a limited time! Grab it while it lasts and be among the first to experience the action at a reduced price.

But wait, there’s more! If you haven’t played our first game, Achilles: Legends Untold, now is the perfect time to catch up. Both of our titles are available in a bundle, letting you save even more while diving into the full Achilles experience!

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Before we dive into how to play Achilles: Survivor, let us show you the roadmap for what’s coming during Early Access:



We’re planning to introduce new Structures that will expand your strategic options, a brand new Talents to enhance character progression and uniqueness, Survivors with unique powers, a bunch of Powers that you can grab during each run, and an entirely new realm to explore. Each addition will bring fresh ways to play and ensure the game continues to grow and evolve throughout Early Access.



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Achilles: Survivor is a fast-paced bullet heaven game set in the mythical world of Ancient Greece. You’ll take on the role of Achilles or one of the survivors freed from Tartarus, fighting waves of enemies in short, intense battles. With each run, you’ll become stronger by upgrading your character, investing into Favors, and mastering the unique building system that lets you deploy structures to gain the upper hand.

If you want a deeper dive into the game, check out our GameHub. We’ve already uploaded several guides and plan to add more, including detailed descriptions of all Powers, in-depth explanations of the game mechanics, and comprehensive builds to help you dominate the battlefield.



Head over to the Steam Community Hub and let us know what you think. Your thoughts shape the future of Achilles: Survivor—join the discussion and help us make the game even better.

Since our Next Fest debut, we’ve been hard at work improving the game based on your input. From refined mechanics to new features, Achilles: Survivor is a testament to our commitment to listening to the community and delivering the best experience possible.

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Have questions, ideas, or just want to chat with fellow players? Join our Discord server—it’s the easiest way to connect with us directly and stay in the loop.



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Dark Point Games expands the Achilles series with a new top-down action-RPG roguelike game, Achilles: Survivor. In this dynamic single-player bullet heaven game, players battle thousands of enemies, create destructive structures, and enhance their character to become a more powerful force capable of surviving waves of foes.

The game features a straightforward lore: Achilles has escaped Tartarus and can summon Survivors for players. From Achilles’ powerful melee attacks to Paris’ precise shots, the destructive magical spells of the Pythia, or the brutal strength of the Cyclops Brontes—these are just a few of the heroes you can discover in the game. Each Survivor has distinct starting abilities, but everything else is available across characters.

Achilles: Survivor shares the same world as its predecessor, maintaining the familiar feel for fans despite being a different game type. The building mechanics were incredibly intuitive and proved invaluable during... Read more

Hello Survivors!

We’re working tirelessly to fine-tune the gameplay and polish every detail. This means adjusting powers and their transformations, as well as cleaning up the menus to ensure everything is clear and intuitive. Today, we’ll give you an overview of how the game works and what you can expect when we officially move into Early Access in just one week!

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You’ll start the game with only Achilles unlocked, and as you play, you’ll complete specific achievements to unlock more characters. During Early Access, you’ll have a roster of 11 unique characters (with plans to expand this in the future), each featuring their own starting power.




Powers can be improved infinitely with level-ups, but at levels 5, 10, and 15, a power can be transformed to better suit your current build. Visual cues will indicate when a power is eligible for transformation. To unlock these, you’ll need to construct a Forge, a special structure that can be built in designated areas on the map.



Transformations offer a variety of options to truly customize your build. Each power can have up to 3 transformations, giving you the tools to overcome the game’s challenges.

Transformations can provide bonuses such as increased damage or reduced cooldowns. Sometimes they’ll be straightforward upgrades, while other times you may need to sacrifice one stat to significantly boost another.

They also introduce special effects, like adding status damage, altering projectile behavior, or adding knockback. Experiment with these to create an unstoppable build as you play.




Each time you level up, you’ll choose from one of four Improvements to enhance your run. If none of the options suit your build, you can spend gold to reroll for new choices—so it’s a good idea to keep some gold on hand!

Improvements can affect Powers, Structures, and Player stats in different ways, ensuring that every run feels fresh and exciting.




The minimap is your best friend! It shows areas where you can build Structures, marks those you’ve already built, and highlights resource locations. You’ll also see where you can construct mines and find treasures scattered throughout the map.




From fiery turrets that wreak havoc to support Structures that aid you in battle, Structures are a key feature of "Achilles: Survivor". They don’t just deal damage or heal—you’ll also gain passive bonuses to further empower your Survivor.

Structures can help you outmaneuver tougher enemies, acting as terrain that lets you keep your distance while striking safely. They can also be upgraded by selecting specific Improvements during gameplay and boosting them further through Favors between battles.





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Thank you for your support,

- Dark Point Games team

Hello, Survivors!

We’re thrilled to announce that Achilles: Survivor will enter Early Access on January 29, 2025!

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For just $4.99, you’ll be able to step into the world of mythological Greece, face off against endless hordes, and use unique building mechanics to outsmart your foes.

In the meantime, check out our previous devlogs to get up to speed on what makes Achilles: Survivor an unmissable addition to the bullet heaven genre.

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2922410/view/4467102902950822458?l=english

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2922410/view/506189573340004719?l=english

Don’t forget to add the game to your wishlist so you won’t miss a thing when we launch.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2922410/Achilles_Survivor/

Stay tuned—more updates are coming soon!

Let the countdown begin! ⏳

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Hello Survivors,

We’re back with another development update for Achilles: Survivor!

Our team has been hard at work implementing changes and improvements to the game. These adjustments have been made in collaboration with our QA department, inspired by our own ideas, but most importantly, shaped by the valuable feedback we received from players who tested the game during the demo period. Here’s what’s new:

Building Passive Description

We’ve updated the descriptions of buildings to explicitly state that they function regardless of the player’s location. This UX improvement aims to ensure that all information presented to the player is 100% clear and leaves no room for confusion.



Improved Status Effects

We’re refining all status effects like Burn, Poison, and Curse to ensure they stack properly and provide clear visual feedback when they are active. This should enhance both strategy and gameplay immersion.

Graphic Settings Adjustments

Players will now have the ability to enable or disable various graphical technologies. This feature allows players to tailor the visual aspects of the game to their preferences and hardware capabilities, leading to a more stable and personalized experience.



Ranged Enemies

We’ve introduced ranged enemies to the game, adding a new layer of challenge and strategic depth. Their inclusion should make the gameplay more dynamic and engaging.

Revamped Powers selection

We’ve added the reroll system for picking up powers after a level up. This change allows players to craft builds that suit their playstyle and ensures that power selection isn’t just a matter of picking one out of four random options but a meaningful decision that impacts gameplay.



We’re committed to delivering the best possible experience, and your feedback continues to be the foundation of our development efforts. Keep sharing your thoughts and suggestions with us – together, we’ll make Achilles: Survivor even better!

Thank you for your support,

- Dark Point Games team