![]() Image used with permission by copyright holder It’s noticeable compared to developers like PlatinumGames, which is typically good at constantly changing up the setting and visual formula of the game to keep things engaging. Ilden is a very gray city, and most of the game takes place in medieval cobblestone streets, buildings, and sewers that aren’t too distinct from one another. The budget mainly shows in the voice acting and lack of setting variety.Īlmost all of Soulstice takes place within Ilden, and while it’s a well-realized setting, it lacks visual pop for much of the experience. Mid-budget games often struggle to tell consistently engaging stories, but that’s one place Soulstice doesn’t fail. Its story also has some surprisingly deep themes regarding toxic relationships, whether with people or organizations, and Soulstice is packed to the brim with cutscenes in between all the action. Its presentation and cinematography also show inspiration from anime and manga like Berserkand Claymore, with heavily armored warriors and giant swords galore. Soulstice is fun, although its gameplay comes with one major catch. ![]() It’s a compelling and intriguing opening, and while the voice acting can sound campy, Soulstice’s world and characters are thoughtfully fleshed out in a way that should please those who love to dig into video games’ lore. ![]() ![]() Briar and Lute are a Chimera, a superpowered warrior created after they almost died and were fused against their will, and are sent to Ilden to investigate and deal with the threat. In this world, people pass “beyond the veil” when they die, but something caused this veil to tier over the city, killing or corrupting everyone within it. ![]() After a climactic confrontation against a mighty enemy though, things slow down as the game flashes back to the protagonists Briar and Lute slowly rowing their way into Ilden, a city completely destroyed by a tear in the sky. Like the beginning of Bayonetta, players fight hordes of enemies while fully powered up on a platform that appears to be infinitely falling. From the start, Soulstice doesn’t hide its inspiration. ![]()
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