Monstrous Demo Sighted: Iceberg Interactive and Interactive Fate Unveils First Public Demo for Monster Run at Steam Next Fest
HAARLEM, THE NETHERLANDS, February 2, 2024 - Iceberg Interactive and Interactive Fate, the co-producer of the acclaimed title Circle Empires, are excited to announce the debut of a demo for Monster Run during the Steam Next Fest. This event marks the first-ever public demo for the game, offering players a unique opportunity to experience the adrenaline-fueled action firsthand.
Monster Run is a captivating dark fantasy beat’em up with roguelite elements that promises an exhilarating gaming experience like no other. Players embody a giant-sized fire-breathing monster cat (yes - you read that right), on a mission to defend its forest against the relentless onslaught of a greedy human empire. Use strikes, swipes, smacks and punches (as well as fire-breathing) and more to cut down armies of humans. Slaughter minibosses to defend the monster’s reign as protector of the forest and adapt to enemy stances and attacks. The game offers a unique blend of fast-paced action, strategic combat, and dynamic progression that will keep players engaged for hours on end.
In this demo, players will get a sneak peek into the thrilling world of Monster Run, featuring:
5 levels out of 19+: Explore a portion of the game's single-player campaign and experience the beat’em up action across a variety of dynamic environments.
28+ types of units out of 66+: Encounter a diverse array of enemy units, each presenting its own challenges and strategic opportunities.
8 different monster attacks/combos: Master a selection of devastating attacks and combos, showcasing the monstrous power at your disposal.
Monster Run promises to deliver players a blend of intense combat, strategic depth, and steady progression while letting them take on humans as a gigantic monster cat. With a vast array of upgrades, abilities, and challenges awaiting players, this demo offers a taste of the thrilling adventures that lie ahead.
The demo for Monster Run will be available to play during Steam Next Fest from February 5th to 12th. Take advantage of this opportunity to embark on a journey filled with action, adventure, and monstrous fun!
Join the Monster Run Livestreams:
Stream 1: February 6th @ 2pm GMT / 3pm CET / 9am EST / 6am PST
Stream 2: February 10th @ 8pm GMT / 9pm CET / 3pm EST / 12pm PST
Stay informed about Monster Run's development journey and announcements by visiting the official Steam store page. Join the Monster Run community on social media channels, including Twitter (@InteractiveFate), for exclusive insights, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and updates.
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About Interactive Fate
Interactive Fate is an Estonian veteran developer with 10 years of experience and three key developers coming from academia, art & IT.
Edvin Aedma is the game designer and team leader for Monster Run and Shortest Trip to Earth. He is also the co-producer, art director and creator of the visual style of another Iceberg hit, Circle Empires (and Circle Empires Rivals).
After the development of the roguelite hit Shortest Trip to Earth and more recently Artist Life Simulator, the team currently focuses on developing Monster Run, aiming to radically innovate the beat-em-up genre.
About Iceberg Interactive
Iceberg Interactive is an independent video game publisher founded in 2009 by an international group of game industry veterans. Located in Haarlem, The Netherlands, and staffed with avid gamers, Iceberg works closely with an assembly of game developers around the world, both midsize and indie.
Known for many hit franchises including Killing Floor 2, Maneater, and Circle Empires; the company has enjoyed recent success with PC titles such as Strange Horticulture, Blazing Sails, Chivalry 2, Land of the Vikings, and AirportSim. Iceberg Interactive has many exciting games coming up, including CLeM (PC, Switch), Hellbreach: Vegas (PC), Minicology (PC), and Railroad Corporation 2 (PC). To learn more, please visit www.iceberg-games.com.