Assemble Your Brotherhood and Enter a 2.5D World to Conquer Corrupted Enemy Hordes and Save the King from His Own Madness
BERLIN, GERMANY – MAY 14, 2026 – Indie videogame developer Secret Mission Games launched its debut title, Mad King Redemption, into Early Access on Steam, and is coming soon to Epic Games Store and GOG. Drawing inspiration from classic side-scrolling beat-em’-ups, Mad King Redemption delivers a modern take on classic arcade gameplay, with quick matches, aggressive roguelite progression, and local and online co-op through Steam Remote Play. Available now for $13.50 (10% discount) players will fight across two distinct biomes, face ghastly bosses, and attempt to wield the corrupted dark magic that drove the King mad.
Watch the Mad King Redemption launch trailer
Created as a tribute to the Golden Age of beat-em’-ups that produced classic games like Final Fight and Golden Axe, Mad King Redemption is designed for lifelong, nostalgic fans of the genre and new players alike. Delivering intense, fast-paced gameplay that captures the thrill of classic retro brawlers. Including a unique feature called Corruption that grants players special abilities that boosts strength, a timeless 2D/3D pixel art style, local co-op and Steam Co-op gameplay.
Mad King Redemption Gameplay Features:
- Retro-Modern Combat: Classic side-scrolling brawler mechanics updated for 2026.
- Local Co-Op and Steam Remote Play: Battle through the hordes with friends locally or online.
- High-Octane Sessions: Designed for quick iterations and pick-up-and-play accessibility.
Purchase Mad King Redemption now for $13.50 (10% discount) on Steam, and wishlist on Epic Games Store and GOG.
About SECRET MISSION
Secret Mission is a team of three gaming industry veterans with Italian roots, located in Berlin. The studio has been entirely self-funded through the founders’ personal finances. Its first project Mad King Redemption currently in Early Access for Steam, and coming soon to Epic Game Store and GOG. Earning significant industry recognition, winning the Very Big Indie Pitch award, being hand-selected by Valve for the official Steam Next Fest trailer and recently chosen to be a featured exhibitor at Bit Summit in Kyoto in 2026.
