Damsel

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Genre: Platformer
Developer: Screwtape Studios
Release Date: Oct. 19, 2018

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'Damsel' (ALL) Launches Kickstarter Campaign - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2017 @ 1:49 a.m. PDT

Damsel is a challenging, arcade platformer with a kick-ass female lead facing off against an army of irresponsible corporate vampires.

Damsel is set in a dark cartoon universe where vampires and humans live in a fairly unstable co-existence. The vampires in the game all work for the multinational company which manufactures the drink Red Mist, the number one selling vampire drink on the planet. Red Mist is a blood analogue that satiates the vampire thirst without a need for human donors.

Prompted by a tip-off that the makers of Red Mist may have a “secret menu” containing drinks with real human blood destined for the highest bidders, Damsel, an agent for the Department of Sanguinarian Affairs (DSA) is called in to investigate, and if required, put a stop to any illegal activity.

Aided by her handler and friend, Swan, Damsel uncovers a lot more than just the packaging of some human blood. By the end of her adventure she will have caused plenty of distress for the makers of Red Mist and the vampire elite that demands it’s manufacture.

Armed with her UV Shotgun, Agent Damsel must ensure that the vampire world is kept in line after reports they are trying to bring back a classic ingredient, human blood, harvested from unsuspecting victims all around the globe.

While you can play slowly (most of the time), Damsel is best experienced fast, keeping those combos alive and getting the big points with speed, accuracy, quick thinking, and acrobatic prowess. The leaderboards will be competitive, but the satisfaction of reaching the top will be worth it.

Australian developer Screwtape Studios has launched a kickstarter campaign, looking for $38,835 , to finish up development on Damsel.

On the campaign launch, Product Manager Megan Summers said, “We’re really excited to show Damsel to the world. It gives us the opportunity to prove that you can have a traditional, challenging experience that appeals to a wider audience. Damsel isn’t intimidating, and by the time you realize the game is pushing you, you’re already hooked.”

On the character, Creative Director Anthony Wood said, “There can never be too many empowering role models for people, and with Damsel we’ve created a fun, relatable character for players to embody while learning the value of planning and perseverance in the face of a serious challenge.”

Fans interested in trying out Damsel can download a demo of the game.


Damsel is comprised of 75 missions set across 15 stunning environments. Each mission is designed by hand to challenge in a number of ways; testing your speed, accuracy and memory while rescuing hostages, diffusing bombs, destroying selected environmental targets and taking out the enemy in stylish ways that all contribute to getting that enviable high score.

Key Features

  • Super fast, frantic gameplay with that "just one more go!" feel.
  • Quick, nimble platforming in over a dozen environments.
  • Use your enemies and environment to your advantage. Let them take each other out, but don't let their stray bullets hit a hostage!
  • Rack up massive scores and hit the top of the leaderboards by completing bonus challenges and performing tricky moves.
  • Play through the game in either campaign mode, where you can hone your skills, or arcade mode - a classic challenge that sorts the women from the girls.

Damsel is in development for PC, Mac, and Linux, scheduled for 2018, with console versions to come quickly after.



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