Grimvalor

About

Grimvalor is a hack and slash platformer set in a dark fantasy realm. You play as a lone warrior battling through procedurally generated dungeons and treacherous environments. Combat is fast and demands precise timing with melee attacks and dodges. The story follows your quest to uncover the fate of Vallaris's lost king while fending off endless waves of enemies. The game’s difficulty and atmospheric design stand out, with each level offering distinct visual themes and escalating threats. Permadeath and a loot-based progression system encourage repeated attempts. A lone friendly merchant provides a brief reprieve in an otherwise hostile world. Since its 2018 launch it has drawn praise for its tight mechanics and gothic aesthetic, with many highlighting the balance between punishing challenge and rewarding mastery.

Storyline

A malicious power stirs in the forgotten kingdom of Vallaris. Tasked with discovering the fate of its lost king, your quest quickly takes a sinister turn and you are cast into darkness. Surrounded and outnumbered, you must grab your sword, steel your temper and fight your way through a land that does not welcome you. Except for the friendly merchant - he's grateful for your business.