If you are looking for an insanely addictive auto-battler to waste your weekend away, Boneraiser Minions is an absolute hidden gem you need to check out. Taking heavy inspiration from the bullet-heaven survival genre, this game flips the script by making you rely entirely on a growing army of the undead rather than casting attacks yourself. It is the perfect bite-sized, chaotic experience for anyone looking to add some fresh rogue-lite magic to their collection of PC games. With its retro gothic-horror pixel art and incredibly satisfying progression system, it hooks you from the very first run and refuses to let go.
Storyline
The narrative drops you into the shoes of a reviled Boneraiser, a dark magic user hunted by the self-righteous forces of King Gigald. In this twisted world, those with the power to command the dead are burned at the stake and locked in sanctified mausoleums. But the foolish king forgot one simple rule: you cannot kill what is already dead! Instead of playing the typical noble hero, you get to embrace your inner villain, raising a terrifying legion of skeletons and demons to crush the endless crusade of "good guys" trying to end your necromantic ways.
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When it comes to actual gameplay, it is a fast-paced, dodge-heavy thrill ride. Since your character does not have a basic attack, you spend your time frantically dashing around the arena, avoiding enemy fire, and scooping up the bones of fallen heroes to summon and upgrade your undead minions. Each minion class has unique abilities, and as the screen fills with enemies, your chaotic army automatically fights them off in glorious fashion. Between runs, you can spend collected souls on a massive meta-progression skill tree and unlock powerful relics, making this one of the most rewarding and strategic survival-action titles out there.
