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Days of Doom

INDIE 465.25 MB v1.0.86

Game Overview

Civilization has collapsed into a bright, bizarre wasteland where zombies, raiders, and mutated horrors make every stretch of road a calculated risk. Days of Doom is a turn-based tactical RPG roguelite built around leading a fragile caravan toward Sanctuary, a rumored safe haven beyond the chaos. Its cartoon-like hand-drawn presentation and lively orchestral score give the apocalypse an oddly playful personality, but the journey itself remains tense, resource-starved, and frequently unforgiving. Survival depends less on brute force than on making a battered group of strangers work as a unit.

Each run begins with a limited party and a branching route full of fights, scavenging opportunities, merchants, and unpredictable story events. Battles play out on compact tactical arenas, where positioning, turn order, enemy status effects, and ability combinations matter far more than simply attacking. The Pyro can leave foes burning over time, while the Hydromancer drenches targets so the Thrasher can capitalize with electric damage; learning these synergies is essential as enemies become more dangerous. New survivors, items, runes, and upgrades steadily expand your options, while permanent progression improves fundamentals such as party capacity and resource gain, ensuring even a failed expedition contributes to the next attempt.

What makes Days of Doom stand apart is its commitment to readable, combo-driven combat rather than the dense grid tactics of games like XCOM. Eight character classes offer enough variety to encourage different team compositions, and random encounters can force difficult decisions between immediate safety and long-term rewards. Boss battles and explosive enemy types prevent routine encounters from becoming automatic, especially when supplies are low and a single mistake can derail a run. Fans of roguelites such as Slay the Spire or Darkest Dungeon who want a lighter visual style and more direct party tactics should find plenty to enjoy, while newcomers can appreciate its approachable turn-based format.

Installation

  1. Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
  2. Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
  3. Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Days of Doom.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
  4. Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
  5. Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the <strong>_Redist</strong> folder inside and install what’s needed.

System Requirements

  • OS: Windows 7 or newer
  • Processor: Intel Core™ Duo or faster
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 512MB
  • Storage: 2 GB available space

Setup Guide & Troubleshooting

How do I fix missing DLL errors for Days of Doom (v1.0.86)?

After extracting Days of Doom (v1.0.86), navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.

What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?

The full archive is 465.25 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.

Why should I run the game as administrator?

Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.

How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?

Days of Doom (v1.0.86) requires a 512MB or equivalent. Update your NVIDIA or AMD drivers to the latest version for the best performance.

The game won't launch — what should I try?

Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.

My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?

Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.

Need more help? Browse our FAQ & Troubleshooting Guide for solutions to common issues.
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