Developer Spiders
Publisher Nacon
Format PC (tested), PS5, Xbox Series
Release Out now
Developing a Soulslike poses a very particular challenge. FromSoftware’s output is the yardstick by which all others are measured, and the studio has a habit of putting greater distance between it and its peers. all have a certain je ne sais quoi, something beyond the features they all share with pretenders to their throne. a Soulslike that wears its influences proudly, is a daring move from Spiders – adeveloper known for creating characterful but unspectacular RPGs. Since its previous title, was a major step in a positive direction, returning to the Soulslike – given the critical response– is a courageous move.
