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Death's Gambit

Though it's not the best platformer, the story and environment alone make it a must play for Dark Souls fans and retro Metroidvania junkies alike. There's plenty here to enjoy, with plenty of replay value for those it hooks.
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65%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
85% User Score Based on 20 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 26 reviews

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About Death's Gambit

Death's Gambit is a single player role playing game. It was developed by White Rabbit and was released on August 14, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Death's Gambit is a challenging Action-RPG where you explore an alien medieval planet filled with beasts, knights, and horrors. Climb big creatures that will test your resolve. Fight dangerous monsters that will make you think outside the box.

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
story8 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a challenging experience that rewards skill and perseverance, appealing to fans of the soulslike and metroidvania genres.
  • Visually stunning with beautiful pixel art and a compelling soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
  • Features an interesting story with unique storytelling techniques and high replay value due to multiple alternatives and secrets to discover.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs, inconsistent animations, and imprecise combat that can frustrate players.
  • Some boss fights and character development feel underwhelming, lacking depth and balance compared to the overall challenge of the game.
  • The lack of manual save options and the potential for game-breaking bugs can lead to a frustrating experience for players.

  • story

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    The story of "Death's Gambit" is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, featuring a melancholic atmosphere and compelling narrative elements that engage players. While some reviewers note ambitious storytelling techniques and impressive artwork, others criticize certain design choices that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative is considered a strong point, particularly for fans of dark themes and retro-style gameplay.

    • “The pixel art creates an excellent atmosphere, and the story offers depth and provokes thought.”
    • “The story of Death's Gambit is beautifully crafted yet simultaneously sad.”
    • “The story is compelling and well-told, with some inspired adjustments to the Souls formula.”
    • “Ambitious ideas and a twisting story are marred by bad design choices.”
    • “Death's Gambit shows moments of potential, but they're undercut by bad storytelling, flat combat, and a nagging sense that it's all been done better elsewhere.”
    • “Ihr sterbt....story......und ihr seid aus eurem flow raus.”

  • music

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its outstanding quality, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent soundtracks that enhance the atmosphere and storytelling. The combination of beautiful art, great voice acting, and a stylish presentation contributes to a captivating experience, making the soundtrack a standout feature that complements the gameplay effectively. Overall, the music plays a significant role in creating an immersive and engaging environment.

    • “It's sure to be a divisive game, but you may be won over by the atmosphere its fantastic art, music, and voice acting create, if you can overlook its flaws.”
    • “[beautiful world and design, soundtracks are amazing, the story is well told].”
    • “With its enjoyable story, melancholic atmosphere, competent gameplay and outstanding soundtrack, Death's Gambit is an enjoyable take on the Dark Souls series formula.”

  • graphics

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 40% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game feature a unique pixel art style that is described as dark and uneven, with some impressive character designs and artwork. However, the environment design is criticized for being weak and lacking cohesion, which detracts from the overall aesthetic experience. While there are standout moments, such as compelling boss battles, the visuals do not reach the polish of higher-tier titles like Hollow Knight.

    • “The pixel art style is uniquely dark in many cases, adding a distinct atmosphere to the game.”
    • “Impressive artwork and character design throughout enhance the overall visual experience.”
    • “Some boss battles move away from standard combat, presented in interesting ways that showcase the game's artistic flair.”
    • “Environment design feels weak in places, both aesthetically and gameplay-wise, while the pixel art style looks uneven overall. Certain character motivations feel under-developed and the world-building could have been a lot better. Unfortunately, it doesn't feel greater than the sum of these disparate parts.”
    • “Don't expect Hollow Knight levels of polish or content; this is closer to Salt and Sanctuary in terms of quality, but with a more refined art style.”

  • atmosphere

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highlighted as a strong point, characterized by fantastic art, music, and voice acting that create a melancholic and engaging experience. Reviewers appreciate the dark and immersive storytelling, alongside enjoyable gameplay and well-designed levels, making it a compelling take on the genre despite some flaws. Overall, the atmosphere is described as captivating and integral to the game's appeal.

    • “It's sure to be a divisive game, but you may be won over by the atmosphere its fantastic art, music, and voice acting create, if you can overlook its flaws.”
    • “With its enjoyable story, melancholic atmosphere, competent gameplay, and outstanding soundtrack, Death's Gambit is an enjoyable take on the Dark Souls series formula.”
    • “The overall atmosphere of the game is great, and the story is sufficiently dark and engaging.”

  • gameplay

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its enjoyable story and melancholic atmosphere, while others criticize the mechanics as frustrating and underdeveloped, often feeling derivative of the Dark Souls series. Issues such as uneven pixel art, weak environment design, and floaty movement detract from the overall experience, leading to a sense of limitation in exploration and character development.

    • “With its enjoyable story, melancholic atmosphere, competent gameplay, and outstanding soundtrack, Death's Gambit is an enjoyable take on the Dark Souls series formula.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are engaging and provide a satisfying challenge, making each encounter feel rewarding.”
    • “The controls are responsive and intuitive, allowing for smooth navigation and combat that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “Dialogue can get a bit kitschy at times. Environment design feels weak in places, both aesthetically and gameplay-wise, while the pixel art style looks uneven overall. Certain character motivations feel underdeveloped and the world-building could have been a lot better. Unfortunately, it doesn't feel greater than the sum of these disparate parts.”
    • “The small size limits the sense of exploration, making it feel underdeveloped with frustrating mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay features floaty movement and weird hitboxes, and even with all the tweaks, most of the mechanics are lifted straight from the Dark Souls series.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The stability of Death's Gambit is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, imprecise combat mechanics, and inconsistent animations. Many feel that the game feels unpolished and rushed in certain levels, leading to a frustrating experience overall.

    • “Death's Gambit is buggy, unpolished, frustrating, and derivative.”
    • “The combat is buggy and imprecise, and some levels seem rushed.”
    • “The animations are inconsistent and very buggy; certain liberties taken with the Souls formula fall flat.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players find the game offers significant replayability, with ample content and engaging elements that keep them coming back for more.

    • “There's plenty here to enjoy, with a lot of replay value for those it hooks.”
    • “The game offers a variety of choices and outcomes, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple paths and endings, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”

  • character development

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Character development is highlighted by a strong narrative premise supported by engaging story sequences and dialogue, complemented by impressive artwork and character design. Additionally, some boss battles offer unique presentations that enhance the overall character experience.

    • “The strong narrative premise is backed up by great story sequences and dialogue, showcasing impressive artwork and character design throughout.”
    • “The character development is enriched by some boss battles that move away from standard combat, presented in interesting ways.”
    • “The depth of the characters is truly impressive, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
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69%Critics’ scoreBased on 26 critic reviews
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Death's Gambit is a role playing game. Common tags for Death's Gambit include indie and epic.

Death's Gambit is available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Death's Gambit was released on August 14, 2018.

Death's Gambit was developed by White Rabbit.

Death's Gambit has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Death's Gambit for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Death's Gambit is a single player game.

Similar games include Vampires Dawn 3: The Crimson Realm, Dragon Quest Builders, , Mario Golf: Super Rush, Demon's Souls and others.