No Vacation for an Executioner is a dark action RPG set in a dark fantasy setting of the late 17th century. The game's visuals feature a distinctive style, combining realistic renders with elements of sketchy graphics to convey the atmosphere of a Baroque nightmare. The combat system foregoes traditional frontal attacks, shifting the emphasis to tactical positioning and precise actions. Precise parries, backstabs, and critical strikes, opening the door for a fatal finisher, are key to survival.