Amazing Puzzles Awaits in Sliding Hero
Silent Chicken has officially rolled out version 2.0 of Sliding Hero, delivering a major update that enhances the experience across the board. To mark the launch of this substantial patch, the game is currently available at a 20% discount until January 19, making it an ideal time for new players to jump in or returning fans to revisit the adventure.
The 2.0 update introduces several quality-of-life improvements designed to make exploration smoother and more intuitive. The developer has reworked the in-game map for clearer visualization and also streamlined the fast travel system. New players will also benefit from improved guidance and a more polished tutorial flow, ensuring that the game’s unique mechanics are easier to grasp from the start.
Performance has also received a noticeable boost, with faster loading times and higher, more stable frame rates across platforms. In addition, Sliding Hero is now Steam Deck Verified, offering optimized controls and reliable performance on Valve’s handheld device. The recommended runtime for the best experience is Proton-10.0-beta.
Sliding Hero is a 2D top-down explorative Metroidvania puzzle game built around a distinctive movement system. Players can only slide in a single direction until colliding with an obstacle, blending Sokoban-style puzzle logic with trap avoidance and enemy encounters.
You play as Luca Sicomoro, a captain of the Venetian navy who awakens after a shipwreck on a mysterious island. Inspired by the Carnival of Venice, the game’s haunting world is full of eerie masks, supernatural intrigue, and a richly atmospheric soundtrack drawn from 1700s Italy. With striking pixel art, unsettling animations, and a narrative steeped in mystery, Sliding Hero offers a dark fantasy journey unlike any other.