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Infernax

A twisted action-adventure that pours the blood on thick.
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89%Game Brain Score
story, music
grinding, stability
93% User Score Based on 866 reviews
Critic Score 85%Based on 24 reviews

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Infernax is a single player and multiplayer arcade role playing game. It was developed by Berzerk Studio and was released on February 14, 2022. It received positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Infernax is a platformer game with single-player and local co-op modes, offering a dangerous open world, challenging dungeon crawls, and customizable leveling. Your choices in this gory, humorous adventure affect the story's outcome, while plenty of secrets, monsters, and boss battles guarantee high replay value."

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story53 positive mentions
grinding23 negative mentions
  • Infernax is a fantastic homage to classic games like Castlevania II and Zelda II, combining their elements into a modern metroidvania experience.
  • The game features a unique morality system that affects the storyline and offers multiple endings, enhancing replayability.
  • The pixel art, soundtrack, and overall aesthetic are beautifully crafted, providing a nostalgic yet fresh experience.
  • The platforming sections can be frustratingly difficult, often leading to cheap deaths due to instant death pits and awkward enemy placements.
  • Some players may find the combat too easy, as most bosses can be defeated with minimal effort once their patterns are learned.
  • The lack of checkpoints in dungeons can lead to tedious backtracking, especially after dying, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • story
    165 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a nostalgic homage to classic titles like "Castlevania II: Simon's Quest" and "Zelda II," featuring a mix of engaging narrative and moral choices that significantly impact gameplay and outcomes. While some players find the main plot standard, the depth of character interactions, multiple endings, and the ability to shape the story through decisions add replayability and richness to the experience. However, some quest design can be confusing, leading to frustration when players must seek online help to progress.

    • “Epic Castlevania-style side-scroller with a killer pixel aesthetic, superb soundscape, and a story that is truly worthy of multiple playthroughs.”
    • “A very well-written story that works for all three branches (good, evil, evil to redemption).”
    • “The choices have lasting gameplay and story consequences that can evolve into more choices later on too.”
    • “However, there are a few design decisions with quest references that sometimes are so obtuse that you end up wasting half an hour before you relent and search online for the answer.”
    • “While it has its problems (story being a little lackluster), the game is fun and doesn't overstay its welcome.”
    • “The quest guides and maps are minimal, so you can miss some random NPC clue and then pointlessly wander around for an hour before having to check the internet.”
  • music
    147 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its nostalgic chiptune soundtrack that effectively complements the retro aesthetic and gameplay. Players describe the soundtrack as catchy, memorable, and reminiscent of classic titles, often highlighting its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of the game. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and replayability.

    • “The music is amazing and the demons, blood and guts the enemies produce when you hit them and the large amount of player death scenes also add weight to your failures too.”
    • “The soundtrack is incredibly well done and fits the adventure.”
    • “The music deserves special mention; the composer really nailed the vibe.”
    • “The graphics suck, your weapon sucks, the music sucks and it's annoying to play.”
    • “Another indie game that clearly focused too much of its development on graphics and music, and not enough on game design.”
    • “The music is a really effective chiptune soundtrack that really brings on the nostalgia.”
  • gameplay
    132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is a blend of retro-inspired mechanics and modern design, featuring distinct characters, engaging combat, and a morality system that enhances replayability. While many players appreciate the nostalgic feel and tight controls, some criticize the heavy reliance on instant-death mechanics and repetitive elements that can lead to frustration. Overall, the game offers a solid challenge with a variety of gameplay styles, though it may not appeal to those who dislike classic platforming tropes.

    • “The gameplay is excellent and the provision of two difficulty modes makes it approachable for pretty much anyone.”
    • “Infernax's gameplay is a mixture of action and puzzle-platforming, and balances the two quite nicely so neither overstays their welcome.”
    • “The core gameplay is fun and has a healthy amount of challenge.”
    • “This game is not for anyone that lacks the patience to deal with 30-year-old dead tropes, like fixed jump height, insta-death pits, water and lava (in almost every area), and very, very, very repetitive gameplay.”
    • “My only options were to restart and redo an hour of mediocre gameplay, or wait (the day/night cycle seems to be about half an hour, so yeah, no to that). In other words, this game wasted my time.”
    • “The gameplay is all the worst things you remember from NES days.”
  • graphics
    91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Infernax" are widely praised for their vibrant and detailed pixel art, effectively capturing the nostalgic 8-bit and 16-bit aesthetics reminiscent of classic NES and SNES games. Reviewers highlight the game's unique art style, which combines retro visuals with modern design elements and over-the-top gore, creating a visually engaging experience that enhances the gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal, especially for fans of the metroidvania genre.

    • “Infernax wears the skin of the NES era but is much more modern in its core design and 'adult' aesthetics.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous.”
    • “The pixel art (especially the 'high-res' cutscene artwork) is masterful.”
    • “So seeing Infernax, my first thoughts were that it was going to mimic Symphony of the Night, with 8-bit graphics... in a bad way.”
    • “It sometimes feels a little inconsistent, where most of the art looks like an NES game, but a few bits like spell icons have visibly too many colors (to the point it looks more like a SNES game) and the gore covering your character doesn't really match the rest of the character's art style.”
    • “The graphics suck, your weapon sucks, the music sucks and it's annoying to play.”
  • replayability
    77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts exceptional replayability, with multiple endings, diverse character choices, and moral decision-making that significantly impact gameplay. Players appreciate the variety of paths, side quests, and unlockable content, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging. Despite its relatively short length, the depth of replay value keeps players returning for more.

    • “After finishing the game 4 times and obtaining all endings besides redemption, I can safely say this game is a kick-ass masterpiece, decently challenging, amazing monster design that mixes Lovecraft with classic demons, satisfying old school action, and a lot of replayability, and even a 2-player co-op mode that isn't seen often these days.”
    • “Filled with multiple endings and several bonus characters, the game has excellent replayability.”
    • “The way your choices affect the character's appearance, abilities, music, the world's appearance, and the fate of NPCs added a lot of replay value.”
    • “While some may consider the length lackluster, I feel like the replayability of the different endings more than makes up for it as it strikes a great balance of not being completely tedious to replay, and probably short enough to beat in one sitting for the more dedicated.”
    • “The last problem that platforming presents the game is that it diminishes the replay value of those choices and different endings, as well as cool codes we were talking about earlier, because it's not like if I switch to casual mode the platforming is gone and I'm playing a better game, right?”
    • “If I have something to criticize, that would be that the game is on the short side of the genre, but for how short it is, what we get is high quality, and it has some replay value to it with its multiple endings.”
  • humor
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and irreverence, featuring a mix of dark comedy, hilarious death animations, and numerous easter eggs that reference classic gaming tropes. Players appreciate the over-the-top gore and the unexpected comedic moments that subvert expectations, making the experience both entertaining and engaging. Overall, the humor enhances the game's appeal, contributing to its replayability and enjoyment.

    • “However, what sets this apart from regular retro games is the story and its wicked sense of humor.”
    • “The script is clever and funny.”
    • “It's full of humor, especially in the form of easter eggs and inside jokes for the target audience.”
  • grinding
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the challenge and replayability offered by different endings, many criticize the tedious backtracking, repetitive farming, and lengthy cutscenes that detract from the enjoyment. The presence of cheats provides a way to bypass some of the grinding, but the overall sentiment leans towards the grinding being a significant hurdle that overshadows the game's potential.

    • “It was tedious with things like having to backtrack through castles to the very start where the save points are each time you get an item or else you inevitably die and lose all progress.”
    • “There is a good game in here, but it's buried under all the grinding.”
    • “This isn't necessarily bad in itself, but because the dungeons are tedious and boring, there is absolutely zero motivation for more than one playthrough.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its grim and immersive qualities, enhanced by effective audio design and compelling storytelling. Players appreciate the dark aesthetic and the engaging gameplay, although some note minor issues that detract from the overall experience. The combination of atmospheric elements, including music and visual design, contributes to a memorable and enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “The atmosphere and story are well done.”
    • “I enjoyed its dark atmosphere, audio design, and boss fights.”
    • “Atmospheric, plays well, few minor issues but they aren't deal breakers.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally rewarding, as it balances challenge and accomplishment, allowing for a fulfilling experience without overwhelming frustration. The nostalgic elements resonate deeply with those who grew up in the 80s, creating a wholesome atmosphere that evokes fond memories while embracing the quirks of classic gaming.

    • “Solving things feels like an accomplishment without pushing me to my absolute limits, and the knowledge I gained on my first playthrough made me feel adequately prepared to start finding things for the other endings.”
    • “The devs deserve all the support and love because this game is a wholesome experience for all us 80's kids.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability with a polished and smooth gameplay experience, free from significant glitches or bugs. However, players may encounter occasional moments of confusion regarding navigation, which can be resolved by paying attention to NPC hints.

    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
    • “I encountered several bugs that caused the game to freeze, forcing me to restart.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself dealing with unexpected errors that disrupt the gameplay.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development is noted for its vibrant and unique design, blending colorful aesthetics with elements of morbidity and body horror, which adds depth and intrigue to the characters.

    • “The character development is rich and immersive, allowing players to truly connect with each character's journey.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their growth feel organic and meaningful.”
    • “The depth of the characters and their backstories adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
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Infernax is a arcade role playing game.

Infernax is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 13 hours playing Infernax.

Infernax was released on February 14, 2022.

Infernax was developed by Berzerk Studio.

Infernax has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Infernax is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Odallus: The Dark Call, Shovel Knight, Astalon: Tears of the Earth, Valdis Story: Abyssal City, Castle In The Darkness and others.