Perennial Order is an atmospheric 1 hit death Boss Rush, set in a verdant Dark Age world. The living and dead have succumbed to The Overgrowth, a mysterious cataclysm corrupting mind and body. Discover your purpose as you slay nature-infested beasts and horrors, all in a painterly 2D style.

## About This Game
Perennial Order is a 2D Plant Horror Boss Rush game, set in an atmospheric
Dark Age world plagued by nature-infested beasts.

Explore a dark gloom-filled world, uncover a story through unusual NPC’s, and
cut down terrifying eldritch bosses alone or with a friend.

## David vs. Goliath Combat

* Uncover a unique boss around every corner that will test you in different ways.
* Intense combat that utilizes twin stick melee controls.
* 1 Hit Death. Respawn directly at the beginning of an encounter to learn quickly from your actions; spend your time fighting rather than walking .

## Captivating 2D Style

* A painterly 2D art style inspired by Magic: The Gathering .
* Themes and visuals akin to the world designs of titles like Dark Souls and Princess Mononoke .
* Painstakingly crafted by 1 artist and 1 animator. We are developing the visual identity of Perennial Order through realistic, painterly techniques combined with 2D Spine animation.

## Plagued by Nature

* Immerse yourself in a dreary land where unspeakable horrors roam.
* Discover Unusual NPCs and unravel more about this mysteriously beautiful world.
* Explore a rich atmosphere through sounds and score, with musical themes distinct to each boss.

## Bonded Journey

* Experience the entirety of Perennial Order from start to finish with a friend.
* Start a file with another person, so your playthrough is linked. Option to branch your game world into a single player experience.
* Local and Online Co-Op.

## Key Features

* Unique Bosses | Different mechanics to adapt to.
* One Hit Death | Every combat choice matters.
* Limited UI | Nothing to clog up the screen to add to the atmosphere.
* Intriguing NPCs and World | A world worth exploring.
* Weather System | Reactive environment to changing weather.
* Online and Local Co Op | Bonded Journey mode. 2 player adventure.

Developed by Gardenfiend Games

James Markiewicz | Programming

Vincent Van Hoof | Art

Miguel Felix | Animation

Julian Crowhurst | Composer / Audio Designer

## Mature Content Description
The developers describe the content like this:
Fantasy Violence, Blood.

Perennial Order