PixelBoss: Shattered Depths

PixelBoss: Shattered Depths

Platformer· Action· Arcade· Action-Adventure
Early access since Jun 2026

PixelBoss: Shattered Depths is a hardcore 2D pixel-art platformer where every mistake matters. Fight enemies, avoid deadly traps, and master precise movement to survive unforgiving levels.

75% positive · 116 reviews
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Still in early access
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Still in early access
High confidence

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Steam $1.04 $2.99 −65%
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Evaluation

PixelBoss: Shattered Depths launched into Early Access on June 17, 2026, and remains actively marked as Early Access on Steam — meaning the developer has explicitly designated this game as unfinished and still in development toward a future full release. The store description covers the game's core mechanics (precision platforming, combat, traps, and boss fights) but does not announce a specific roadmap or upcoming content milestones. Notably, the two developer news posts available in the data appear to be from unrelated games (Synthwave Burnout and Valdis), not from PixelBoss: Shattered Depths itself — so there are no direct developer communications about this game's post-launch progress to analyze. The game is still in active Early Access development with no indication of when a 1.0 release might occur.
Evidence
Game is listed on Steam with the Early Access flag active, indicating the developer has explicitly marked the game as unfinished and in development.
store metadata · Jun 17, 2026 source development ongoing
high
News post is from Synthwave Burnout, a different game — not a communication from the PixelBoss: Shattered Depths developer.
news post · Aug 6, 2026 source ambiguous
low

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Details

Developer
Quacky Games
Publisher
Whale Rock Games
Achievements
5
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
ActionArcadePlatformerAction-AdventureRoguelike2D PlatformerSide ScrollerPrecision PlatformerDungeon Crawler2DCinematicPixel GraphicsPerma DeathStylizedController

About this game

⚔️ Precision. Reaction. Control.

PixelBoss: Shattered Depths is a hardcore platformer where success depends entirely on your skill.

Every level tests your:

  • reaction time

  • precision

  • composure

One mistake — and you start over.

🧱 Platforming Without Forgiveness

Jump across gaps, navigate moving platforms, and survive deadly mechanisms that demand perfect timing.

There are no shortcuts.
Only skill.

🗡️ Combat System

  • sword attacks

  • shield defense

  • spacing and timing

Learn enemy patterns and strike at the right moment.

👹 Enemies & Bosses

Every enemy:

  • behaves differently

  • requires a unique approach

Boss fights are intense challenges where every second counts.

☠️ Deadly Traps

  • spikes

  • collapsing platforms

  • mechanical hazards

One mistake is often fatal.

🎮 Classic Hardcore Challenge

The game doesn’t hold your hand.
It pushes you to improve.

🎨 Atmosphere

  • stylized pixel art

  • dark underground environments

  • inspired by classic retro platformers

🔊 Soundtrack

A dynamic soundtrack that amplifies tension and keeps every moment engaging.

Every jump matters.
Every hit could be your last.

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Last evaluated Sep 13, 2026
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