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99 Levels to Hell
99 Levels to HellA rogue‑like platform shooter with 99 ever‑changing levels of guns, magic and monsters.
Venture
VentureNavigate dungeons, dodge foes, and grab treasure before the invincible hunter appears
Overview
Description

99 Levels to Hell is a fast‑paced platform shooter that blends classic side‑scroll action with roguelike randomness. Each run generates a new set of dungeons filled with traps, monsters, shops, and secret rooms, keeping the experience fresh and challenging. Survive waves of enemies, upgrade your arsenal with guns and magic, and defeat a boss every ten levels to unlock the next dungeon. The game offers single‑player depth for indie fans who love procedural challenges and loot‑driven progression.

In Venture you control the adventurer Winky as he explores a maze-like dungeon map, seeking treasure hidden in multiple rooms. While traversing corridors you must avoid deadly enemies that can kill you instantly, forcing careful timing and route planning. Once inside a treasure room you can fight the monsters lurking there, collect the loot, and then escape before the unstoppable Evil Otto‑type creature hunts you down. Clear every room’s treasure to advance to the next dungeon, with both solo and competitive multiplayer modes adding replay value.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Roguelike / Roguelite
Roguelike / Roguelite
Best for
Fans of roguelike platformers
Fans of classic arcade and retro action games
Specifications
Specifications
developer
B-Evil, Zaxis Games
Exidy
publisher
Zaxis Games
Coleco, Exidy
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
60/100
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General
release date
2013-02-26
1981-12-31
msrp
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$4.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Procedurally generated levels keep gameplay fresh
  • Wide variety of weapons and magic upgrades
  • Frequent boss encounters provide clear milestones
  • Rich secret content rewards exploration
  • Simple yet deep gameplay loop
  • Fast-paced action with high replay value
  • Multiplayer score competition
  • Authentic retro aesthetic
Cons
  • High difficulty may deter casual players
  • Limited visual polish compared to larger titles
  • Single‑player only, no multiplayer mode
  • Limited visual variety by modern standards
  • No save system; runs in single sessions
  • Controls can feel stiff on modern controllers
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