Gorgon Shield

想法有点意思，可惜做得太粗糙了，玩着也不爽，玩着感觉重复度非常高，而且boss战之前的迷宫就是败笔，毫无意义。每一局中间不能保存，机制也不友好。

The game doesn't load when i try to start it. Although i bought it for a much lower price than the actual,I'm still saddened by the fact that i couldn't even try the game.

https://youtu.be/rb1AIPwCk4I Locking a full party behind significant progress keeps a large amount of the enjoyment of this game delayed until a play time tax is paid.

Consistently crashes on normal mode, playable on Easy and Very Easy modes .

It's safe to skip this game but I did enjoy the time I've put into it. If it looks like something you want, probably wait for a sale. The game offers a refreshing take on RPG party management, rotate your party to put them into optimal positions (however, this might put your wizard on the frontline, so you have to rotate him away soon after); I'd like to see it go a step further with this concept. I feel like the game was most interesting when you only had a party size of 2-3 (although that does not last long due to how the progression works). Starting with 4 heroes removes a lot of the difficulty. Progression itself could be a lot more interesting. In most roguelites there's a push to start a new run to get that crazy build but.. that's not really here. Scaling is very bland and predictable. I'm curious to see the end game content, but the issue is I keep crashing (and the run doesn't save so.. unlucky).

A real-time action-strategy game that requires you to think about your strategy while your enemies are attacking you from 1 to 4 different directions. You can select up to 4 characters from a variety of different classes to fight in either melee or ranged positions, gather gold, heal, and/or repair your shield base platform. As your characters gain experience and level up you will be able to choose how to upgrade them: stats, special powers, new equipment, or you can choose to fully heal the character, fully repair the Shield, or just receive a gold payout. There are many special rooms to find during each climb, as well as powerful runes that can be earned after defeating a boss. And then, between battles, you will be able to spend your hard-won gold to construct buildings in town which each allows for different permanent meta-game unlocks and upgrades! This game is the real deal, a full-featured, mega-challenging masterpiece, and I am delighted to now own it! Happy tower-climbing, folks!!

Kill the [spoiler]Minautor[/spoiler] > game crash... :( Too bad, it as an interesting concept... I'll return to it once its fixed tho...

Uno de los mejores juegos que ha hecho Wiskeybarrel Studios, también creadores de Swords & Sandals, sorprenden con este buenísimo videojuego.

Gorgon Shield, developed by Whiskeybarrel Studios and published by 2 Left Thumbs and Gamersky Games, is a frantic, arcade-infused roguelike that stands out through its unusual premise and its commitment to 1980s-style visual flair. Instead of the traditional top-down or side-scrolling format, the game builds its identity around a vertical ascent: you and a party of heroes cling to a massive shield, climbing through dangerous rooms and enemy-filled spaces toward a confrontation with Medusa. This structure immediately gives the game a different feel from typical roguelite dungeon crawlers. Every run is framed as a desperate upward push, blending chaotic combat, quick decisions, and persistent progression in a way that captures both classic arcade energy and modern roguelike design. The gameplay loop is built around repeated ascents of the tower, each one offering new item drops, hero combinations, and room layouts. You start small, choosing a hero from a roster that eventually expands to ten unique characters, each with their own abilities and combat rhythm. Switching between heroes within a run adds a strategic layer—sometimes you need a ranged fighter to thin out mobs, other times a healer or melee bruiser to survive a barrage. As you climb, you collect treasure and relics that sculpt your build, incentivizing experimentation with different synergies and playstyles. When your run inevitably ends, you return to town to invest your spoils into permanent upgrades, slowly building up a stable of stronger heroes capable of reaching higher floors. This loop—run, collect, die, upgrade—will feel familiar to genre fans but is made refreshing by the shield-climbing structure and frantic enemy encounters. Visually, the game embraces a strong retro aesthetic, deliberately recalling the bold colors, chunky sprites, and flashy effects of early arcade and console titles. The environments are varied enough to make each floor visually distinct, and the shield platform itself adds kinetic energy to exploration—often tilting, shifting, or serving as an arena for sudden ambushes. Animations lean into exaggerated action, with enemies bursting in from all sides and heroes unleashing oversized attacks that fill the screen. The soundtrack reinforces the arcade spirit, pulsing with upbeat rhythms and synth-driven energy that keep the pace high. The presentation is cohesive and nostalgic without feeling derivative, capturing the developer’s intent to channel the frantic spirit of 80s action games while adding contemporary smoothness. Yet for all its charm, Gorgon Shield carries noticeable rough edges. Performance issues are the most commonly discussed drawback within the community. Players have reported crashes, framerate inconsistencies, and occasional bugs tied to enemy spawning or room transitions. These issues can break the momentum of a run, especially when later stages become more demanding. Additionally, the game’s variety, while adequate at first, can start to feel limited after many hours. Room designs repeat, enemy sets become familiar, and the novelty of the shield-as-platform concept fades somewhat if progression stalls. The reliance on repeated climbs—standard for roguelikes—can expose these content limitations more sharply than in titles with broader procedural generation or branching paths. Despite these imperfections, the game’s accessibility and pacing make it compelling. Gorgon Shield is easy to pick up and play, making it well suited for short bursts or longer sessions of gradual progression. The hero roster encourages players to experiment, and the permanent upgrade system ensures that even failed attempts contribute forward momentum. The game’s price point and scope reflect a focused, indie approach: it isn’t trying to overwhelm with sprawling systems or deep narrative threads, but instead aims to deliver tight, replayable action with a clear sense of identity. For players who appreciate roguelite loops, arcade combat, and quick-session gameplay, it has an addictive flow that is easy to slip into. In the end, Gorgon Shield succeeds as a spirited and energetic tower-climbing roguelike with a distinct personality. Its blend of party-based hero swapping, retro-arcade presentation, and vertical progression makes it stand apart from its peers. While it would benefit from more content variety, smoother performance, and deeper mechanical polish, it remains an engaging and enjoyable experience for those who enjoy action-driven roguelikes with a nostalgic edge. For players willing to embrace its chaotic charm and tolerate some technical quirks, the climb toward Medusa’s throne offers plenty of satisfying, shield-shaking thrills. Rating: 7/10

Nice chill game I liked it.