Evilot – KickStarter: Monsters vs Heroes
Fans of Plants vs. Zombies (PvZ) may want to watch out for this one as it could easily be your next addiction. Evilot is a Puzzle/Defense game coming to Android, iOS, PC, Mac, Linux and OUYA, inspired heavily by Plants vs Zombies. However, rather than protecting your home from waves of zombies, you must play as ‘Count Dolfus’ defending his estate from heroes and adventures that scurry the land of Evilot.
Similarly to Plants vs Zombies, heroes and adventurers cross the screen from right to left in horizontal lanes. To prevent them from reaching the left side of the screen you must lay units in their path to destroy them or slow them down. At a glance the game looks similar to PvZ, however the developers have added a few puzzle mechanics to add a layer of complexity to the familiar gameplay. For example, placing units side by side can increase the unit type’s level; sacrificing quantity of units in lieu of stronger units.
While the examples only show horizontal units, lining them up vertically has the same effect. While their kickstarter hasn’t gone in depth regarding all of the puzzle elements that will be in Evilot, they seem to be off to a good start.
Comparing Evilot to Plants vs Zombies is unavoidable as the games visual presentation is so similar, but with a uniquely cute art style and a solid soundtrack, Evilot is definitely making a case for itself. Plus, we could all use more Plants vs Zombies styled gameplay to begin with.
Evilot is on the path to a full release regardless of whether or not it reaches its funding goal, but they do promise to release a more polished experience if their goal is met.
If the goal is reached they promise to release 50 levels, 15 playable units, 5 summons and over 8 hours of gameplay. Additional money will go towards orchestrating the 11 song soundtrack and adding additional content like more levels and more game modes. For $10 pledgers will receive a digital release of the game for their preferred platform and for $15 pledgers will receive the game on all platforms. Not a bad deal if you opened your wallet more than once for Plants vs Zombies.
KickStarter: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/syrenaica/evilot
Currently at: $5,211 out of $10,000
Promised Platforms: iOS, Android, Mac, PC, Linux, OUYA
Receive a Digital Copy: $10
Want more information: Evilot
Expiration Date: September 7th