Abathor

About this game

"Know, oh prince, that in the years when Atlantis ruled the oceans, sins and arrogance unleashed fierce demons. When everything seemed lost, four heroes arrived to close the Gates of Abathor."



The Atlantean civilization has angered the gods. They have sent hordes of monsters to punish Atlantis by destroying the continent. Players must cooperate and compete to save Atlantis, going through a series of challenges of increasing difficulty. In their progress, our heroes will fight against ferocious demons and primordial gods, against the living and against the dead, against flying beasts and crawling horrors. They will dodge dangers and traps and descend into chilling abysses. But they will also compete against each other for the loot and the spoils, plundering treasures and offering them to the gods to receive their favor.

Features

• 2D platformer with action roguelite influences and up to 4 players in local mode.
  
• Fight against an army of monsters through more than 50 stages of increasing difficulty and incredible final bosses.
  
• Enjoy elaborate pixel art and an epic soundtrack with over 40 tracks.
  
• Traverse the entire continent of Atlantis and delve into lore based on Plato’s writings and Athanasius’ map.
  
• Re-live the arcades of the 80s and 90s, with features of retro 16-bit games and the influence of the metroidvania and beat ‘em up genre.

Latest news

• Announcements·4 Jun 2026Official

  Fight for Atlantis & the Oceans

  Discover Abathor, a brutal retro-inspired action platformer set in the legendary world of Atlantis, now available at a special discount during the World Ocean Day Festival.Since ancient times, Atlantis has been deeply connected to the sea. In Abathor, the Atlanteans and the Dolphinids have stood together for generations, united by loyalty and respect.Together, they must battle sea monsters, demons, and ancient horrors to save their homeland from destruction.⚔️ 4-player co-op🌊 Atlantis-inspired fantasy world👾 Retro arcade action🐬 Mythology, sea creatures, and epic bossesThanks for your interest in our game and for supporting the World Ocean Day Festival — we really appreciate you diving in 🐬The fate of Atlantis and the Oceans is in your hands.
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• Patch Notes·17 Apr 2025Official

  Abathor - Ultimate Edition Update is here!

  The definitive way to experience this brutal 2D action-platformer — solo or with up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Conan, Rastan, Super Castlevania IV with Golden Axe vibes, and fight to reclaim Atlantis from the forces of darkness. 🎨 Enjoy authentic pixel art crafted by veteran artists from the era, and a killer chiptune soundtrack featuring legends like Soyo Oka (Super Mario Kart), Gryzor87 (Cursed Castilla), and many more. 🆕 This Ultimate Edition features major upgrades: ⚡ Speed meets brutality: Characters now run! All hitboxes redesigned for a faster, fresher, and more dynamic experience. 🗺️ A handcrafted world map like no other: Fully redrawn in pixel art — massive, detailed, and unprecedented in retro-style worldbuilding. 🎮 Balanced difficulty modes: From Adventure Mode for newcomers to Heroic Mode with more accessible saves for seasoned players. ⏱️ SpeedRun Mode: All characters rebalanced to give everyone a fair shot at being the fastest. 🔧 Tuned progression: Balanced shops, hidden credits, refined enemy difficulty (some harder, some easier), and many other tweaks to polish the gameplay loop. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2295610?utm_source=jandu&utm_campaign=ultimateedition&utm_medium=steamevent
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• Community & Events·10 Feb 2025Official

  Seal of the Unfallen Challenge + Festival Sale!

  SEAL OF THE UNFALLEN CERTIFIED • Go as far as possible with one credit on any difficulty level by starting a new game. • From now on, upload your full gameplay (from start to at least defeating the Kraken) on any social media to earn a Digital Certificate. • The certificate includes a Rank and Name, both of which generate an authenticity code. FEBRUARY 2025 CHALLENGE • From now until February 28, 2025, a competition is open between players. • The player who gets the farthest with one credit will win. • In case of a tie (completing the game), the player who did so on a higher difficulty will win. If there's still a tie, the one with the fastest completion time will be the winner. • The full gameplay must be uploaded to a social media platform with a tag to us. PRIZES of the Challenge • The winner will receive a physical edition of their choice for PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch. • The game includes a printed instruction manual. • A unique physical Certificate will be awarded with the rank Winner. RANKS & REQUIREMENTS • Rank C → Reach Zone 2.1 • Rank B → Reach Zone 3.1 • Rank A → Reach Zone 4.1 • Rank A+ → Reach Zone 5.1 • Rank S → Reach Zone 8.1 • Rank S+ → Reach Zone 10.1 • Rank SS → Beat the game on Adventure Mode • Rank SS+ → Beat the game on Heroic Mode • Rank SSS → Beat the game on Epic Mode 💸 Buy now Abathor and save 25% during the Steam Couch Co-Op Festival! 👇 https://store.steampowered.com/app/2295610?utm_source=jandu&utm_campaign=sealchallengue&utm_medium=steamevent
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• Announcements·22 Oct 2024Official

  Abathor is Now Steam Deck Verified! Play Anywhere!

  Attention, warriors! Abathor is now officially Steam Deck Verified! That means you can now enjoy this retro-modern, pixel-art adventure anytime and anywhere. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43546774/a6139dae789d2375302f1ccaf979986e2b9edef4.png Immerse yourself in the action as you team up with friends, choose your heroes, and face the demon hordes threatening Atlantis—all optimized for Steam Deck! Whether you're at home or on the go, Abathor offers smooth gameplay and an unbeatable arcade experience. Gear up, grab your Steam Deck, and jump into the battle to save Atlantis! ⚔️ And don't forget to tell your friends—multiplayer fun awaits! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2295610?utm_source=jandu&utm_campaign=deckverified&utm_medium=steamevent
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• Patch Notes·23 Sept 2024Official

  Abathor - Big update available now!

  Big Update Now Available! We’re thrilled to announce the release of update v1.1, packed with exciting changes and improvements to enhance your gaming experience. Here are some of the main changes: Adventure Mode is more accessible: Now with phase-based saving and the ability to select stages, making it less punishing and more enjoyable. Perfect for co-op and casual play! Heroic Mode is fairer: You’ll still save after killing a Boss, and you can only select stages after completing the mode. However, now when you load the game, we’ll provide enough money to reconfigure your character as needed. This also applies to other game modes. New SpeedRun Mode! For those who want even more fun! Beat Epic Mode, and you’ll unlock stronger and faster characters! Balance Adjustments: Only improvements! Characters have been slightly tweaked for a better experience. Check the Release Notes for all the details. Quality of Life improvements: Character tips, clearer save notifications, new enemies and adjustments, various fixes for a smoother playthrough, co-op enhancements, and more. Make sure to check the full Release Notes for all the details! Enjoy! Community Epic Items of Abathor! Collect, Trade, and Show Off! Abathor Trading Cards and Unique Badges Now Available! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43546774/ca69eae091a4ca6c21a89d36f55cb7c474a3ba27.png https://store.steampowered.com/app/2295610?utm_source=jandu&utm_campaign=bigupdate&utm_medium=steamevent
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