Pixel Descent

Moonskull Games / Mar 6, 2024 / Action, Casual, Indie, RPG

windows
Steam Deck Playable

1 playing now

Pixel Descent is an action rogue-lite in which you navigate a series of complex dungeons packed to the brim with monsters that want you dead. Sign the contract and descend into the deepest depths of the abyss knowing full well that you will definitely die there, it's just a matter of when.

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What's new

Minor Update (V1.47)

2025-09-16

- Gambler perk purchases are now saved if the game is closed before starting a run.

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What players say

Very Positive

85% positive, 123 reviews

Recommended10 hrs played

Great fun roguelike, the spirit of the original Gauntlet with the mechanics I didn't like taken out. Really love the music, wish there was an option to purchase the soundtrack!

2 found this helpful, 2025-12-30

Recommended13 hrs played

Pixel Descent is a focused action roguelite that takes the familiar idea of repeatedly entering a dangerous dungeon and builds it around fast twin-stick shooting, bullet-hell encounters, permadeath, and gradual permanent progression. Developed and published by Moonskull Games, the game presents a straightforward but fitting premise: the player signs a contract that permanently separates them from the world above and...

0 found this helpful, 2026-08-13

Recommended7 hrs played

patience pays off. love this asset set. gameplay is decent and the commitment is low. This makes it an easy game to jump back into now and again for a few rounds. Well worth the time.

0 found this helpful, 2026-05-21

Recommended15 hrs played

Ultra fun game . I recommend everyone play this . really good gauntlet clone and finally a good mage for a playable character .