Become a hero of the Kingdom of Dobroja in still small indie RPG. Find new weapons, complete quests and battle monsters. Explore levels to uncover treasures and equipment.

Embark on a journey of adventure, slaying monsters and restoring peace in this, small indie RPG. Uncover treasures, explore dungeons, and save the kingdom. Become the hero you were meant to be. <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/f980776e876989e3418322d3c1afc84d.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=200 />Welcome to the Demo Hello, I'm Silviu, a Computer Games Development graduate, and I'm thrilled to introduce my debut commercial game's demo from my studio. This demo of my indie RPG, Rise of the Village Hero, includes the entire first level and a couple of other smaller areas to explore such as the house, blacksmith, and church. This demo provides a solid introduction to the game’s mechanics and what the game has to offer. If you enjoy the demo, please consider adding the game to your wishlist or purchasing the full game. Your support means the world to me, and I hope you have a great time playing! Thank you for trying out Rise of the Village Hero Demo. Story Rise of the Village Hero transports you to the Kingdom of Dobroja, a once-peaceful realm now on the brink of chaos. As Guy, a hunter returning from the forest, you find your village ablaze and under siege by orcs and goblins. It’s up to you to save your home, uncover the cause of this destruction, and restore peace to the kingdom. Traverse challenging terrain, engage with various factions, and strive to achieve your objectives. Embrace your destiny—will you rise as the hero Dobroja needs? <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/6c5cff047d85faaf46022a038833395d.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=200 />Features: <ul class="bb_ul"><li>Combat:</li></ul>At the heart of the game is its engaging combat system. In my RPG, players can easily initiate battles with a single mouse click, using a simple yet effective mechanic. <video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/d6844066b73c060afb1d5f917bbf7c72.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/d6844066b73c060afb1d5f917bbf7c72.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/d6844066b73c060afb1d5f917bbf7c72.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video>AbilitiesCombat Ability: Whirlwind Pirouette Unlocked after the first tutorial quest, this skill deals damage to nearby enemies. It can be upgraded to level 5 by purchasing from shops and is best used when surrounded. Equip it via the quick action bar.Healing ability: Healing chant Use the Healing Chant to recover health. It consumes stamina and has a cooldown. Upgradeable to level 10, it can be purchased from shops, earned as a quest reward, or found in the world, offering players different ways to heal.<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Dialogues and Quests:</li></ul>Dialogues are a key mechanic for storytelling and immersion in the Kingdom of Dobroja. As you traverse the land, interact with diverse NPCs, each with unique tales to share. Your dialogue choices and quest decisions may shape future quests but also drive the story forward.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/af31a8e90117dc72c8ec7004f404189a.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=200 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/af31a8e90117dc72c8ec7004f404189a.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/af31a8e90117dc72c8ec7004f404189a.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/13aef616b819d5869fed957f5e1b20ee.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=200 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/13aef616b819d5869fed957f5e1b20ee.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/13aef616b819d5869fed957f5e1b20ee.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Inventory management and stores:</li></ul>Discover various equipment types, each requiring specific skills to equip. Manage your inventory wisely, choosing which items to keep or trade. Equip different weapons to enhance your attacks and tackle stronger enemies. Find armour and shields as quest rewards or random drops, and visit shops across the kingdom to upgrade your gear.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/cfda79b4463e059b926bfe0e53851f46.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/cfda79b4463e059b926bfe0e53851f46.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/cfda79b4463e059b926bfe0e53851f46.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/e9a01c2e429cc5f4e3b0ced2c59c4709.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/e9a01c2e429cc5f4e3b0ced2c59c4709.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/e9a01c2e429cc5f4e3b0ced2c59c4709.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Level up:</li></ul>Defeating enemies earns you experience points. As you level up, you'll receive points to allocate on your character sheet. These can be used to enhance damage, boost health, and gain other valuable bonuses.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/17295d98249696fecff73fd59ca75d45.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=200 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/17295d98249696fecff73fd59ca75d45.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/17295d98249696fecff73fd59ca75d45.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Zoom in/out on the action:</li></ul>Adjust the camera to zoom in for a closer view of the action or navigate through arches and gateways. Easily find a path forward by clicking on the opposite side of walls. Use this feature to strategically plan your next move and assess enemy positions.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/1990f63e2780cbcf4cf19f69e9a68cdd.poster.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/1990f63e2780cbcf4cf19f69e9a68cdd.webm?t=1773078556" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/1990f63e2780cbcf4cf19f69e9a68cdd.mp4?t=1773078556" type="video/mp4"></video><img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2796170/extras/f980776e876989e3418322d3c1afc84d.avif?t=1773078556" width=618 height=200 />

Rise of the Village Hero Demo

Rise of the Village Hero is a love letter to classic RPGs, blending nostalgia with charm and humor. Explore diverse levels, tackle quirky and heartfelt quests, and trade witty banter with memorable, NPCs. Collect, trade, and upgrade gear, slay monsters, and become the hero of Dobroja!

<h2 class="bb_tag" >Story</h2>Rise of the Village Hero is a lighthearted indie RPG set in the charming Kingdom of Dobroja. Play as Guy, a hunter who returns home to find his village, Warlington, under attack by orcs and goblins. Fight to protect your home, uncover the cause of the chaos, and restore peace by exploring diverse lands, interacting with factions, and completing quests. Discover treasures, brave dungeons, and become the hero Dobroja needs! <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/4e86d3496ee66c376e07a809afdff28f.avif?t=1761319748" width=608 height=304 /><h2 class="bb_tag" >Difficulty</h2>Rise of the Village Hero offers a fair challenge. You start as a hunter facing an orc army — a fight you’re not yet prepared for. The game has a learning curve, so use health and stamina potions wisely, upgrade gear when you can, and avoid rushing into large enemy groups. Save often, as the game features permanent death, and use the quick save function to avoid losing progress. Movement is click-to-move, and the camera may take some getting used to — you’ll sometimes need to scroll up or zoom in to navigate around high obstacles. <img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/1c8af70aa448cdd5305209b0ef50bac0.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=200 /><h2 class="bb_tag" >Features of my game:</h2>Combat:Combat is simple but enjoyable, combining melee and ranged attacks with a few useful abilities.Players have mentioned how satisfying it is to fight monsters like orcs, skeletons, and ghosts, with the added challenge of permadeath making every encounter feel more tense and rewarding.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/6b4f624aa5884c5539e62e6c8bd4b60f.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=336 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/6b4f624aa5884c5539e62e6c8bd4b60f.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/6b4f624aa5884c5539e62e6c8bd4b60f.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/d6844066b73c060afb1d5f917bbf7c72.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/d6844066b73c060afb1d5f917bbf7c72.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/d6844066b73c060afb1d5f917bbf7c72.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video>Abilities Combat Ability: Whirlwind Pirouette Unlocked after the first tutorial quest, this skill deals damage to nearby enemies. It can be upgraded to level 5 by purchasing from shops and is best used when surrounded. Equip it via the quick action bar.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/31aef629c9a8c656cccf3623346f428e.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/31aef629c9a8c656cccf3623346f428e.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/31aef629c9a8c656cccf3623346f428e.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video>Healing ability: Healing chant Use the Healing Chant to recover health. It consumes stamina and has a cooldown. Upgradeable to level 10, it can be purchased from shops, earned as a quest reward, or found in the world, offering players different ways to heal.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/0c8e39b6cedf078d3542b2f304b46136.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/0c8e39b6cedf078d3542b2f304b46136.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/0c8e39b6cedf078d3542b2f304b46136.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video>Dialogues, quests and leveling up:NPC interactions are lighthearted, funny, and sassy, adding charm to the game, with serious moments for balance. The story is enriched through quests, dialogue, and the main theme of protecting your home and country.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/af31a8e90117dc72c8ec7004f404189a.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=200 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/af31a8e90117dc72c8ec7004f404189a.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/af31a8e90117dc72c8ec7004f404189a.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/13aef616b819d5869fed957f5e1b20ee.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=200 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/13aef616b819d5869fed957f5e1b20ee.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/13aef616b819d5869fed957f5e1b20ee.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/17295d98249696fecff73fd59ca75d45.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=200 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/17295d98249696fecff73fd59ca75d45.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/17295d98249696fecff73fd59ca75d45.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video>Inventory management and shops:Find a variety of loot throughout the world—dropped by enemies, hidden spots, or quest rewards. Manage your inventory with health potions, gear, and weapons. Sell surplus items to buy better equipment and gain the edge in your struggle.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/cfda79b4463e059b926bfe0e53851f46.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/cfda79b4463e059b926bfe0e53851f46.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/cfda79b4463e059b926bfe0e53851f46.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/e9a01c2e429cc5f4e3b0ced2c59c4709.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/e9a01c2e429cc5f4e3b0ced2c59c4709.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/e9a01c2e429cc5f4e3b0ced2c59c4709.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video>Exploring Interiors: <video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/571f86c3a9a20e818e48494b62e11719.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/571f86c3a9a20e818e48494b62e11719.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/571f86c3a9a20e818e48494b62e11719.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/e225d65ebcf55d0e30df5fa1c99cb400.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/e225d65ebcf55d0e30df5fa1c99cb400.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/e225d65ebcf55d0e30df5fa1c99cb400.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video>Zoom in/out on the action:<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/1990f63e2780cbcf4cf19f69e9a68cdd.poster.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=350 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/1990f63e2780cbcf4cf19f69e9a68cdd.webm?t=1761319748" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/1990f63e2780cbcf4cf19f69e9a68cdd.mp4?t=1761319748" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >About me and my game:</h2><img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2737960/extras/6e352c31493439b6a6f96248428457d3.avif?t=1761319748" width=618 height=200 />