Project Dagger

About

Project Dagger is a retro-inspired first-person action game blending roguelike mechanics with hack-and-slash combat. You play a warrior tasked with escorting the Crown of Benevolence across a fantasy realm, fending off waves of enemies in procedurally generated levels. Each run lets you pick up new weapons, upgrade abilities, and experiment with playstyles, though permadeath looms if you’re caught off guard. The focus is on quick reflexes and strategic resource management as you push deeper into increasingly hostile territory. The game’s pixel-art aesthetic and fast-paced fights stand out, offering a nostalgic yet polished experience. While the story remains simple, the randomness of each run and the satisfaction of grinding stronger stats keep things fresh. Player feedback notes the challenge can feel abrupt at times, but many praise the responsive controls and variety of enemy encounters. With a runtime averaging 8-12 hours per playthrough, it’s a compact but tense adventure for fans of old-school action.

Storyline

The ancient artifact the Crown of Benevolence has been recovered in your village! Take the Crown on a mighty quest across the continent to return it to the King of Delvia. Your journey will not be easy however, as you will have to travel through many treacherous lands and fight many foes.