We love to highlight the successes of creators from the Buildbox community. Darius Guerrero, founder of AppSir Games and long-time community member, has been making waves in the indie game scene with his latest release, Spooky Pixel Hero. This retro horror game, built using Buildbox Classic, has been racking up awards and recognition since its debut for pre-order.
Pre-Order Banner Feature on the App Store
During its pre-order phase, the app store featured the game with a banner, capturing potential players’ attention. Following its release, it was featured in the “New Games We Love“ section and even made it onto the “Best New Games” list on the App Store in the USA.
Spooky Pixel Hero was also selected as TouchArcade’s Game of the Week. A game must have impressive design, fun, and engaging gameplay to get picked for this special spotlight. TouchArcade, a big name in the gaming world, recognized Spooky Pixel Hero for its unique horror themed gaming experience.
Spooky Pixel Hero Snags Pocket Gamer Bronze Award & Ghosts of the SEA Showcase
But the success doesn’t stop there. It also won the Pocket Gamer Bronze Award, highlighting its achievement in mobile gaming. Pocket Gamer’s review praised the game for its cool retro look and atmosphere, saying it does a great job mixing old-school vibes with fresh, fun gameplay. This award recognizes the game as a real standout in the often crowded mobile gaming world.
Spooky Pixel Hero and DERE Vengeance recently added to their growing list of accomplishments by being featured at the Ghosts of the SEA Showcase, an event celebrating horror games in Southeast Asia. This recognition places the game alongside other top-tier horror titles, further establishing its place in the gaming community.
The success of this game is a testament to the power of Buildbox Classic. This game development platform enables creators to bring their visions to life without any coding experience. For those inspired by AppSir Games’ achievements, now is the perfect time to start your own game development journey with Buildbox Classic, currently available at 50% off.
Spooky Pixel Hero isn’t just a game; it’s something special, showing that anyone can make award-winning games with creativity, passion, and the right tools!
