Halls of Torment Coming to Consoles with New Content

Halls of Torment Expands to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, Adds New Content

Fans of the action roguelike genre have exciting news: Chasing Carrots, the studio behind the popular 'survivor-like' game Halls of Torment, has announced that the title is making its way to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. Alongside this console launch, the game will also receive a free update called 'Bardcore' and a premium DLC, 'The Boglands'. While specific release dates for the new content are still under wraps, console players can look forward to accessing all of it from day one of the game's release on their platforms.

Halls of Torment has garnered significant attention on PC (Steam), where it sells for 369 rubles and boasts an impressive 95% positive review score from over 25,000 player reviews. Players often describe it as a fantastic blend of Vampire Survivors' core gameplay with the visual style of the original Diablo.

What's in the Bardcore Update?

The free 'Bardcore' update is set to introduce a host of new features that will enrich the gameplay experience:

• New Character: A Bard, bringing fresh abilities to the fray.
• Six New Skills: Expand your combat repertoire with exciting new ways to play.
• Six New Endgame Artifacts: Powerful items designed to challenge and reward veteran players.
• Three New Metal Tracks: Dive into battle with a customizable soundtrack.
• Manual Level Up: Gain more control over your character's progression.

Explore The Boglands DLC

For those looking for an even deeper dive, 'The Boglands' DLC promises a substantial amount of new content, including a new environment, characters, and challenges:

• New Location: The Boglands: Described by the developers as a 'gloomy swamp teeming with insects, spirits, and ancient walking trees,' this new area will provide a unique and challenging backdrop.
• Two New Heroes:
  • The Hag: Summons plants to ensnare enemies and spreads corruption that breaks armor.
  • The Alchemist: Hurls unstable mixtures imbued with elemental powers—fire, ice, lightning, and earth.
• Over 50 New Quests: Plenty of new objectives to keep players engaged.
• Three New Abilities & Over Ten New Items: Expand your tactical options and loadouts.
• Six New Artifacts: Discover more powerful relics to aid your survival.
• New Traits & Blessings: Further customize your character and enhance your gameplay.

The expansion of Halls of Torment to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, coupled with these significant content updates, means more players will soon get to experience its unique blend of action and roguelike elements. Whether you're a new player on consoles or a seasoned veteran on PC, there's plenty of fresh content to look forward to, promising hours of engaging monster-slaying action and strategic progression.