Gaming is becoming a prevalent industry in today’s era. As such, game developers are constantly innovating and perfecting game after game with the hope of providing gamers with the ultimate gaming experience. And now, we have Souldiers, a Soulslike Metroidvania, which launches in 2022.
The name “souldiers” should already tell you what to expect in this newly announced action-heavy game. It is the right time to get on the Book of Ra to get extra joy for that. Why? Souldiers is a 16-bit Soulslike game that is already looking impressive by all accounts.
The Retro game carries some detailed pixel art that can stand its ground in a beauty contest. Moreover, the action promises a tale of sweaty palms and tipping chairs. Each “souldier” is designed to conquer quests that harness their capabilities and warrior power.
As developed by Retro Forge Games, you can choose from one of the three upgradable classes. These include:
- A sword-wielding scout
- A spell caster
- An archer
Once you have your class, start to battle your way through scores of bosses and enemies. And like most action-heavy Metroidvanias, dodge when you spot an attack and work your way through the many platform obstacles.
You can additionally explore the massive interconnected world of environmental puzzles. Here’s what the Souldiers trailer tells us:
The mighty warriors in the game are legends in the making. As a sword-wielding scout, you carry the spirit of a great soldier. As an archer, you imbue accuracy and confidence as a warrior. As a spell caster, you are made of powerful magic.
Regardless of the warrior you are, you are put on a quest through the landscapes of Terragaya. The goals are to conjoin life and death so that you can be molded into the best and the most formidable warrior, put you through tests so you can master new abilities, and collect powerful artifacts.
There is a warning as well; every enemy is potentially more powerful than you would expect. Therefore, overconfidence is not advised since you need the strength to bring your fellow soldiers back home.
Having said that, you can see why Souldiers launching would be the stuff of legends in months to come. However, Retro Forge does not fully disclose the fundamental aspects of the obstacles you will face in Souldiers. But one thing is certain; you can bet your money they will be tough.
This leaves us open to speculation in many regards. For instance, will you lose everything or retrieve your progress with your next life if you die in the game? Additionally, will your actions be governed by a stamina meter?
The truth is, no one knows precisely what to expect from this new game. And because Souldiers launches on Switch and PC in the spring of 2022, we might have to wait till then to find out the nitty-gritty of the game.
Nonetheless, we expect Souldiers to carry the same features and plays seemingly found in modern versions of indie games. The one thing we are sure about is that this newly-announced Souldiers published by Dear Villagers is something to look forward to.
Conclusion
This is the epitome of gaming for many players. Souldiers is filled with exciting landscapes, tension-packed quests, and action stunts and achievements that can keep you on the same spot for hours on end.
So if you love Metroidvanias games, make ready to play one of the most audacious games of your life. But before we get to it, what do you think will be the best feature once Souldiers launches? Let us know what you are most excited about in the comments section.
Thomas Glare
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