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Foul Play: Where the Show Must Go On (and the Demons Must Fall)

Forget your usual pixelated brawls, folks. **Foul Play** takes you backstage, onto the grand stage of a Victorian theatre, where the action is as dramatic as the plot. You play as Baron Dashforth, a dashing daemon-hunter, and your sidekick, the mischievous Scampwick, in a side-scrolling co-op adventure that’s more about performance than pummeling.

Imagine a world where each level is a new act, each enemy a theatrical prop, and every move a chance to wow the audience. You’ll battle through 22 incredible acts, from the scorching sands of Cairo to the depths of Atlantis, facing over 50 hideous creatures straight out of the Baron’s nightmares. But this isn’t just about button-mashing. **Foul Play** rewards finesse and flair.

Master 12 electrifying stage-tricks, each with its own dazzling flair, to bring the house down. Chain together devastating linked attacks with your partner, pulling off shattering takedowns and reversals that would make even the most seasoned actor jealous.

The game’s beautifully animated scene changes seamlessly re-create the Baron’s adventures, transporting you from one fantastical setting to the next. And if you’re a fan of lore, the never-before-seen “Daemon Diary” charts the discovery of Daemonology, adding depth and intrigue to the world.

So, are you ready to take the stage? **Foul Play** isn’t just a game, it’s a spectacle. It’s a chance to become the hero, the villain, and the audience all at once. And in this world, the show must go on, even if it means vanquishing a few demons along the way.

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90%

Steam score

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Release year

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Steam score

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Release year

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75%

Steam score

2020

Release year

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Developer

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90%

Steam score

2020

Release year

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96%

Steam score

2020

Release year

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Developer

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92%

Steam score

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Release year

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Developer

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Steam score

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Release year

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Developer

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Steam score

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Release year

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Developer

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Steam score

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Release year

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Steam score

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Release year

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Steam score

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Release year

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