One or EIGHT has announced PixelHeroScramble Plus, a pixel art tower defense game coming to Switch and PC via Steam on December 1. It will support English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese language options. A demo will be available for PC “in the near future.”
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
About
Intercept the surging waves of pixels with a variety of units! Experience the ultimate fixed-route tower defense! Summon a wide variety of units to defend and conquer the battlefield. Where and when you deploy, upgrade or replace your units is up to you. Discover synergies and hone your strategy.
Key Features
- Master Your Units! – Unlock over 60 different types of units as you progress through the game. Use specialized units to inflict status ailments, stall multiple enemies, and heal and buff your team. Assess the battlefield and deploy the right units in the right place.
- Surging Enemies, Mighty Bosses – Take down hordes of enemy units surging forth over the battlefield. Brace yourself and prepare your army to encounter giant bosses with overwhelming power.
- Carefully Crafted Pixel Art That Colors the World – Step into a pixel world, and unleash your pixel army! Nostalgic and endearing, the beautiful backgrounds, fiercely battling units and user interface will be sure to charm you.
- “EX Skills” Where Timing Determines Your Fate – Unleash the power of EX Skills at crucial moments to turn the tide. Crush waves of enemies with meteorites, use barriers to keep them at bay, and more. Getting the timing right is your key to victory.
- Reliable “Items” to Save You in a Pinch – When you’re about to fall short of clearing a stage, you can use a single use “Item” to sway the battle. Unleash a powerful attack on all enemies or heal your team. Even tower defense beginners can experience the satisfaction of strategic gameplay without frustration.
- Diverse Locations x Difficulty Selection – Battle enemies in city streets, lush grasslands, harsh deserts and more. Stage difficulty is available in three levels: “Normal,” “Hard,” and “Challenge.” Face special restrictions in “Challenge” mode, where even experienced players will be put to the test.
- Reclaim Invaded Territory With Specialized Units! – Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran, immerse yourself in the pixel world, and feel the rush of defeating enemies.
Watch the announcement trailer below.