Black Future '88

Descend into Black Future '88: a synth-punk roguelike where you're the last hope against a rogue architect. Climb the procedurally generated tower, upgrade, and survive the AI onslaught!

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About the Game

Dive into the darkly captivating world of Black Future '88, where a nuclear cataclysm has locked the world in a perpetual 1988. Take heart as one of the last survivors as you begin a desperate climb up a constantly evolving, procedurally generated tower. Your mission is clear: terminate the architect, Duncan, before your heart gives out. Prepare to shoot, slash, dash, and strategically upgrade your character, as you confront relentless waves of homicidal artificial intelligence and deadly traps. 

Navigate this synth-punk roguelike, where every ascent tests your skills and resolve. The tower is a gauntlet of dangers, from crazed junkies to colossal Wardens, all set against a stylish, alternate version of 1988 now a retro-futuristic dystopia. It is a desperate fight for survival in a world measured by mere minutes; every moment counts.

Immerse yourself with these features:

  • Engage in exhilarating 2D action, confronting intense challenges at every level to test your mettle.
  • Discover an array of upgrades and abilities, essential for surviving against the tower’s denizens and overcoming its devious obstacles.
  • Experience a unique synth-punk aesthetic, blending dark themes with vibrant visuals and a pulsating soundtrack for memorable artistic direction.

Embark on this adrenaline-fueled ascent as you decide whether to ascend to die or die to survive in Black Future '88. The tower awaits, and time is running out!

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