Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona News

The most violent, chaotic, and unapologetically brutal indie games are gathering at Brutal Indies Unleashed 2025 — and we’re thrilled to announce that Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona is part of the lineup!

Curated by ZlimBratSki, Brutal Indies Unleashed isn’t just another digital showcase. It’s a celebration of indie developers who embrace the art of combat, chaos, and digital destruction.

What to expect:
- 65 hand-picked brutal indie titles, including Skelethrone;
- exclusive announcements and fresh gameplay reveals;
- giveaways and appearances from popular content creators on ZlimBratSki’s YouTube channel;
- a full-on atmosphere of chaos and destruction.

[h3]Demo Version[/h3]
The demo is temporarily available, but keep in mind — it’s no longer representative of the full version the game has become today.
There’s also a prologue, Skelethrone: The Prey, which you can play to get a taste of the story.

The game and DLC are currently discounted, but during the festival the discount won’t last long due to Steam’s time-limited sale rules.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139840/Skelethrone_The_Chronicles_of_Ericona/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3499570/Skelethrone_The_Chronicles_of_Ericona__The_Jewel_in_the_Skull/
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/43909/Skelethrone_Complete_Edition/

[h2]Publisher’s Info[/h2]
Discover even more projects that channel the same energy of chaos, brutality, and merciless battles:

HMUR — a mad ride of speed and chaos inspired by the cult shooters of the ’90s. Playtests are now open, giving you the chance to be among the very first to dive into the carnage.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3499560/HMUR/

Brotherhood — pure rage. A classic retro-shooter inspired by Wolfenstein 3D, where there’s no mercy and no allies. Just you, your shotgun, and endless hordes of enemies. Primal drive and the urge to destroy it all — that’s the kind of energy that connects Brotherhood to the spirit of brutal chaos.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2635450/Brotherhood/

Greetings!
We’re excited to announce that Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona is taking part in the Hungry Ghost Festival 2025 on Steam — a themed event dedicated to mystery, horror, and the supernatural.

The festival serves as a platform for independent developers creating games filled with horror, dark fantasy, and otherworldly stories.

From September 6th to 13th, expect demos, discounts, and an incredible atmosphere:

https://store.steampowered.com/curator/45022621/sale/TheHungryGhostFestival2025

[h3]And to celebrate the festival, the game and DLC are now available at a great discount![/h3]
Here’s what awaits you:

• Atmospheric locations steeped in despair, magic, and blood.
  
• Brutal battles against monsters and bosses that demand strategy and composure.
  
• Choices that determine the fate of the hero.
  

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139840/Skelethrone_The_Chronicles_of_Ericona/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3499570/Skelethrone_The_Chronicles_of_Ericona__The_Jewel_in_the_Skull/

[h2]Publisher’s note[/h2]

We invite you to immerse yourself in a grim tale about a village inhabited only by children who follow savage pagan traditions — presented as part of the Hungry Ghost Festival.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2420350/Deti_Pleseni/

The fourth major expansion for Heads Will Roll: Reforged has been released!

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https://store.steampowered.com/app/3857000/Heads_Will_Roll_Reforged__Sins_of_the_Floating_City/

[h2]What awaits you in the DLC:[/h2]
- No step too far, no measure too desperate:
Become the right hand man of the Venetian Doge and plunge headlong into the maelstrom of European politics to help Venice survive the onslaught of an alliance of its many rivals. Enlist the help of allies and defeat your enemies on the battlefield or, through cunning intrigues and sophisticated machinations, set them against each other in order to reap the fruits of their discord. Deception, betrayal, bribery and political assassinations - achieve your goal by any means available and dare to take the most desperate steps for the sake of the greatness of Venice.

- A descent into darkness:
Enter the service of an influential Italian noble house, surrounded by enviers and grudge-bearers, and take on the role of a bodyguard who will protect its members from the dangers that lurk everywhere and the traps set by their enemies. Descend into darkness as you make your way through the Venice's underworld that will confront you with powerful secret societies, mysticism, blood feuds and the many vices and sins of human nature.

- More than a dozen new characters:
From members of various Italian noble houses and famous condottierros to the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire himself.

- Europe-spanning adventure:
Visit Italy, France, Holy Roman Empire and the Outremer all within one continuous campaign.

- 2 new romantic interests:
Each with their own unique story and character.


To celebrate the release of the new expansion, all previous DLCs are now 50% off
If you’ve been waiting for the best opportunity to grab the game, now is the time: the base game is 75% off.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/687800/Heads_Will_Roll_Reforged/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2747080/Heads_Will_Roll_Reforged__Happily_Ever_After/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2850080/Heads_Will_Roll_Reforged__Not_a_Hero/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3172940/Heads_Will_Roll_Reforged__Threads_of_Destiny/

Greetings!
Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona is part of the Steam Debut Festival 2025 — a celebration of fresh voices and first games from new developers! This is my first major title, and I’m proud to finally share it with you.

Dive into a dark fantasy world where every location is a challenge, every enemy a threat, and every step forward a victory. Skelethrone blends elements of Metroidvania, souls-like combat, and grim RPG storytelling — creating a unique experience inspired by Castlevania and Dark Souls.

Thank you for supporting us — indie developers stepping into the industry for the first time.
Skelethrone is my first chapter, and it means the world to walk this path together with you.
Try the game, enjoy the adventure, and share your thoughts in our official Discord community!

[h2]Publisher’s Note[/h2]
Discover new genres, fresh ideas, and one-of-a-kind worlds crafted by passionate debut creators from around the globe — all as part of the Steam Debut Festival 2025.

These games are more than just first projects — they’re honest, heartfelt creations built with the pure love of making games.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2420350/The_Mildew_Children/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1599490/One_Way_Road/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3180000/Blades_For_Hire/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2256240/Vivid_Tale/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3261140/Decadent_Heir/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2635450/Brotherhood/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1029830/CHIP_Rescuer_of_Kittens/

Greetings to all old-school shooter fans!

Let us introduce HMUR — a fast-paced retro FPS that throws you into a twisted, alternative version of the Soviet Union in the 1990s. Combining the insane mechanics of 90s shooters, Soviet sci-fi aesthetics, and a pounding hardbass soundtrack, the game becomes a relentless dance of speed, precision, and madness.

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You are Sergey, an ordinary worker. Something went terribly wrong, and now your only chance to survive is to be faster than death. [p][/p][p]Be sure to watch the trailer:
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[h2]PLAYTEST SIGN-UPS ARE NOW OPEN![/h2]
Want to be among the first to push HMUR to its limits? Sign up for the playtests right now on the game’s Steam page.
When the playtests begin, you’ll receive a notification.



WHAT AWAITS PLAYTEST PARTICIPANTS:

• One life and endless restarts — in the spirit of Hotline Miami.
  
• Maximum mobility: dodge, jump, flank your enemies.
  
• Non-linear levels — choose your path and adapt your strategy on the fly.
  
• Huge arsenal — shotguns, assault rifles, heavy weapons. But ammo is worth its weight in gold.
  
• Original soundtrack — techno, hardbass, and breakcore merging with the firefight into a single rhythm.
  
• The atmosphere of a secret Soviet facility in the grip of disaster.
  

[h2]🏆 EXCLUSIVE REWARD:[/h2]
Complete the playtest build — and earn an achievement. Upon release, it will turn into a golden pistol skin. This is not just a weapon, but a symbol that you survived where others gave up.



[h3]HMUR is created by a solo developer.[/h3]
By participating in the playtests, each of you becomes part of the game’s development story. Join the Discord and become part of the community.