Fallen Hero: Retribution

Text-based superhero story where your choices shape a villain's path

Hosted Games · Released Feb 2, 2023

Reviews: Very Positive; 97% of 426
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 2; right now
Steam Deck: Unsupported
Last update: Unknown; no patch notes found

Free demo available, 0 playing it now: get the demo.

What is Fallen Hero: Retribution?

This single-player interactive novel takes place in a superhero setting and is told entirely through text. You play a telepathic villain pursued by former hero allies, reading scenes and choosing which crimes to pursue, where to establish a base, and how to handle relationships.

For you if...

+you enjoy making choices as a superhero story's villain
+you like relationship choices and character-focused drama
+you want to explore different paths on repeat playthroughs

Not for you if...

−you want frequent fights rather than lengthy character scenes
−you need graphics or sound effects alongside the story
−you prefer stories that resolve their mysteries within one installment

What players say

97% of 426 reviews are positive

Players praise the prose, romances, and character drama. The most common complaint is that relationship scenes leave too little room for villain action and plot progress.