Get snared in Dotemu’s fantastic remake
Epic Games Store users can bag themselvesan absolute gem of a title for free, as Dotemu’sWonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trapis offered up to all EGS customers gratis this week.
Developed by Lizardcube and released in 2017,Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trapis a remake done right. Based upon the excellent 1989 Sega Master System RPG, Lizardcube’s title recreates the cart-based classic in a 1:1 capacity, switching out the 8-bit visuals for stylish and attractive hand-drawn visuals. In addition, the remake features a charming, rerecorded score, and includes new features such as additional difficulty options and a new playable hero, Wonder Girl.
In addition to theWonder Boyremake, Epic Games Store will also be giving awayBaeloth’sGladiator of the Dark Pitsexpansion pack, for use withDungeons & Dragonsadventure titleIdle Champions of the Forgotten Realm. Players need only log in to the D&D title from July 14 to automatically unlock access to the DLC expansion.
The new titles will be made available for all to download from July 14-21. Next week, from July 21-28, players can claim the shopkeeping simShop Titansand the 64-player WWI FPSTannenberg.
If you do not have it already, be sure to pick upThe Dragon’s Trap. Without hyperbole, it is one of the most enjoyable, enduring, and compelling remakes ever made.
