Explore a haunted Atari-style game in Spooky Pixel Hero, the follow-up to DERE Vengeance by Appsir

Author: Aiden Mar 19,2025

Appsir, the creators of the terrifyingly brilliant DERE Vengeance, are back with a new mobile game: Spooky Pixel Hero. This retro-styled, meta-horror platformer plunges you into the unsettling world of a 1976 game, where appearances deceive.

As a game developer hired by a mysterious agency, you're tasked with debugging a lost platformer. Prepare for a challenging experience with over 120 levels of hardcore platforming action. But be warned: the story transcends the game itself, hinting at sinister consequences far beyond your initial assignment.

Spooky Pixel Hero evokes the chilling atmosphere of Airdorf Games' Faith, offering a similar blend of unsettling mystery and challenging gameplay. While the pixel art style might not be perfectly historically accurate, its pseudo-retro aesthetic effectively builds a dense and unsettling world.

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The combination of intense platforming and a mysterious meta-horror narrative promises a unique and captivating experience. If Spooky Pixel Hero follows in the footsteps of DERE Vengeance, expect some genuinely spooky scares despite its seemingly lighthearted title.

Look for Spooky Pixel Hero on Google Play and the iOS App Store on August 12th! In the meantime, explore our lists of the best and most anticipated mobile games of 2024 to find your next gaming adventure.