Maiden of the Dark Raises $12,864 on Kickstarter
A Retro-Inspired Action-Platformer for the Game Boy
Milwaukee, WI –December 4, 2025– Thanks to the support of 175 backers, Indie game developer TigerChainsaw Studios exceeded its initial goal of $10,000 and raised $12,864 to fully fund the production of Maiden of the Dark on Kickstarter. With this achievement, the game will also be ported to Steam.
Maiden of the Dark is a Game Boy-inspired action-platformer featuring ten challenging levels filled with enemies, dangerous terrain, and intense boss battles. Players navigate rocky mountains, dark forests, spiked caves, burning villages, and rapid waters while mastering precise platforming and combat, all set to a heavy-metal-inspired soundtrack.
The story follows a desperate Japanese village that summons the Maiden of the Dark, an ancient spirit empowered only at night, to defeat the warlord Zankoku and his two shoguns. With just ten hours of darkness before her power fades at sunrise, she carves through men and demons on a relentless mission to free the village from tyranny.
The game is created by a passionate four-person team: TigerChainsaw, who developed the story, design, and level concepts. RetroRoo, who programmed the gameplay and combat systems. PixelChunga, who crafted all pixel art and animations, and OGM, who composed the heavy-metal soundtrack that defines the game’s atmosphere.
Features
- Retro Action-Platformer: Inspired by Game Boy classics.
- 10 Challenging Levels: Forests, caves, mountains, and villages.
- Epic Storyline: Defeat warlord Zankoku before sunrise.
- Powerful Heroine: Play as the Maiden of the Dark, armed with a deadly katana.
- Boss Battles: Face Yoroi, Shiruku, and other fierce enemies.
- Heavy-Metal Soundtrack: Crafted for every stage.
- Made by Retro Fans: A passionate indie team of four creators.
- Physical Game Release: Cartridge, manual, and box for original Game Boy consoles.
About TigerChainsaw Studios
Founded in 2024, TigerChainsaw Studios was designed to create physical retro games for retro gamers. The studio head, TigerChainsaw, is a retro gaming enthusiast, collector, and YouTuber. Each game is crafted to revive the nostalgia of the 80s and 90s for gamers. With a focus on what makes video games great…FUN! TigerChainsaw Studios is dedicated to bringing new high-quality experiences to old consoles.
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