ZHP: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman

A turn-based roguelike about training an unlikely superhero

Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., Codeglue · Published by NIS America, Inc. · Released May 10, 2022

Reviews: Very Positive; 82% of 57
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 28, 2026
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update on Steam: 4 years ago; Jul 26, 2022
Minimum PC: HD 5450; 2 GB RAM · 2 GB disk; Full requirements

What is ZHP: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman?

This single-player, 2D roguelike RPG takes place in Bizarro Earth, where a new hero trains to confront Darkdeath Evilman. You explore randomly generated, multi-floor dungeons, fight turn-based battles, and collect equipment that changes your appearance and abilities. You also customize a home base with facilities staffed by allies and improve your attributes through grid-based body modifications.

For you if...

+you enjoy learning combat systems and optimizing character progression
+you prefer methodical dungeon exploration over real-time combat

Not for you if...

−you dislike grinding through repeated dungeon trips
−you want multiplayer or cooperative dungeon runs

What players say

82% of 57 reviews are positive

Players praise the superhero parody and comedic writing. The most common complaint is that this version lacks optional dungeons and associated rewards from the original release.

Screenshots and trailer

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ZHP: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman system requirements

Minimum: HD 5450, 2 GB RAM, 2 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core2 Quad Q9300 2.5 GHz
Graphics: Radeon HD 5450
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 2 GB available space

Does ZHP: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does ZHP: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman 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
External controllers are not supported for the primary player

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 20
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards
Age rating: 13+
Languages: Full audio: English, Japanese.

Does ZHP: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman 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 28, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam