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Archvale

Pixel-art action RPG with bullet-hell battles and gear crafting

idoz & phops · Published by Balor Games · Released Dec 2, 2021

ActionAdventure

Reviews
Very Positive
88% of 2,222
Recent reviews
Mixed
60% of 10 in 30 days
Players
3
daily peak, Nov 7, 2026
Steam Deck
Verified
Last update on Steam
4 years ago
Dec 10, 2021
Minimum PC
HD 7570
4 GB RAM
Full requirements

What is Archvale?

A 2D pixel-art action RPG set in a fantasy world marked by a former king's curse. You move through regions and dungeons room by room, dodge enemy projectiles, fight bosses, gather resources, and craft gear while searching for a legendary arch. Badges let you adjust your build, and you can play solo or in shared-screen co-op.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy fast fights built around precise projectile dodging
  • +you like changing builds without committing to one class
  • +you want a dungeon adventure you can play locally together

Not for you if...

  • −you prefer combat with fewer projectiles to dodge
  • −you dislike gathering materials to craft new equipment

What players say

88% of 2,222 reviews are positive · 60% of 10 in the last 30 days

Players praise the combat, build variety, and pixel art. Others say high incoming damage and crowded projectile patterns can make fights feel unfair, especially on hard mode. Some also complain about having to discard unwanted gear rather than sell it.

How many players finish Archvale?

33% of Steam players have unlocked «The Old King», the achievement for finishing the main story.

Share of everyone who owns the game on Steam, including those who barely played it. Updated weekly.

Screenshots and trailer

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Archvale system requirements

Minimum: HD 7570, 4 GB RAM.

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Minimum

OS
Windows 10
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 or AMD Phenom II X2 550
Graphics
Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT, 512 MB or AMD Radeon HD 7570, 1 GB
Memory
4 GB RAM

Recommended

OS
Windows 10
Processor
Intel Core i5-650 or AMD Phenom II X4 965
Graphics
Nvidia GeForce GTS 450, 1 GB or AMD Radeon R7 250, 1 GB
Memory
4 GB RAM

Does Archvale have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: co-op split-screen. It also has a single-player mode. With Remote Play Together, one copy is enough to play the local modes online with friends.

Does Archvale run on Steam Deck?

Verified Yes, Verified by Valve: it works on Steam Deck out of the box.

  • All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
  • Shows Steam Deck controller icons
  • In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Full controller support
Platforms
Windows
Achievements
40
Steam features
Family Sharing
Languages
Text only: English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Polish.

Does Archvale use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 25, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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