The Underdog

The Underdog is a top-down soulslike action game in which you play a medieval mercenary hunting specific bosses. Its main story follows a linear path with branches to explore, and each task is a boss hunt rather than a series of repetitive tasks. Defeating a wanted target unlocks the next plots and scenes.

Combat and weapons

Combat centers on precise blocking, parry execution and stamina management. Each swing and dodge demands careful timing, and managing stamina affects the outcome of a fight. After taking damage, you can heal with random supplies found during a battle or recovery items from town.

You can choose from four weapon types, each with its own feel and combat style:

• Sword and shield: focus on defensive counterattacks.
• Two-handed sword: use large-range slashes.
• Mace: break enemy armor.
• Spear: attack with medium-range stabs.

Each weapon has an independent skill tree. In town, you can spend accumulated experience to raise your level, learn weapon skills, moves and passive effects, and strengthen your equipment.

Challenges and progression

Enemy configurations and supply locations are randomly generated for each challenge. Clearing a level can reward random enhancement cards, which provide attribute bonuses and skill boosts. You still gain some experience if you fail a battle, and each retry brings a new combination of enemies, supplies and possible enhancements.

Scenes and weather

The game has eight atmospheric scenes, including deserts, dungeons and grasslands. Dynamic weather includes sandstorms, white nights, rain, heavy fog and blizzards; scenes and weather affect combat and exploration strategies.