Codename Desperado: the textmode action shooter gets Linux release

Back in September, CODENAME DESPERADO became the first official release from us at Uncultured Games. It's been great to see people download our game and we've received some nice feedback too, thanks to everyone!

The game was originally released for Windows only, but there has been some interest in a Linux version. Today we bring happy news: a Linux build is finally here and can now be downloaded (for free)!

With the Linux release, the story of CODENAME DESPERADO is now (probably...?) concluded. We are currently working hard on our next release, the textmode JRPG Whispers in the Moss. The game is progressing steadily and we hope to release it in late 2021 / early 2022. Check out the project page for more information.

For a basic rundown of CODENAME DESPERADO, read below!

CODENAME DESPERADO is an action-packed retro side-scrolling shooter with beautiful textmode (ANSI) graphics. Originally developed and almost finished in 2011, the game was abandoned for ten years, until a revival in August 2021. The game was released for Windows in September 2021, followed by a Linux release in November 2021.

CODENAME DESPERADO IS:

• Inspired by titles such as Contra, Duke Nukem 2D, Metal Gear, Ikari Warriors.
• Playable on Windows (XP to 10) and most versions of Linux.
• Programmed in QB64, the QBASIC for the modern age.
• Beautiful and detailed textmode (ANSI) graphics with parallax scrolling, explosion effects, weather effects etc.
• 2 main campaigns (11 + 3 levels), plus a zombocalypse extra level.
• 8 different weapons: pistol, AK-47, grenade, C-4, shotgun, flamethrower, plasma gun, rocket launcher.
• Different types of enemies.
• Platforming.
• 3 difficulty levels: Easy, Normal, Insane.
• Incredibly poor humor.
• Great speedrunning potential.
• A soundtrack by RyanAvx (8-Bit Mega Action Platformer Soundtrack).