Possession

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Possession is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Weirdfellows and was released on July 18, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Possession is a turn-based roguelike game where you play as a ghost trying to reach the surface by possessing monsters' bodies and utilizing their strengths and abilities. The game features randomly generated levels, unique hazards, and a wide variety of possessable monsters. With simple controls and no items to manage, Possession offers a streamlined, accessible, and engaging experience for players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique possession mechanic that adds depth and strategy to the gameplay, allowing players to utilize various monster abilities.
It's easy to pick up and play, making it accessible for newcomers to the roguelike genre while still offering enough challenge for experienced players.
The game has a solid variety of monsters and well-designed mechanics, along with mod support that encourages community engagement and creativity.

The game suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes that can disrupt gameplay.
There is an overwhelming amount of text to read, which can detract from the overall experience and make it difficult to navigate the game.
The user interface can be hard to read due to small font sizes, and the lack of a minimap can make finding exits in larger levels challenging.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique possession mechanic that adds depth and strategy, making it both accessible and challenging. Players appreciate the well-designed mechanics and variety of monsters, which contribute to a fun and balanced experience. Overall, the straightforward core gameplay allows for thoughtful progression while keeping it engaging.
- “The core gameplay is straightforward enough that it's easy to pick up, but I feel there’s enough depth to develop strategies.”
- “The core gameplay is a lot of fun, it's well balanced and there’s a bunch of monster variety.”
- “Cool gameplay concept, more challenging than I thought it'd be.”
- “The gameplay basically consists of possessing bodies, finding the level exit, defeating the boss, and proceeding.”
- “Focusing entirely on the possession mechanic and not adding items into the mix really helps keep the game simple enough that it can easily be picked up by anyone.”
- “I've uploaded some raw gameplay footage (including a crash, unfortunately) if you'd like to see it in action: https://www.youtube.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as having a good retro quality, but many players find it overly repetitive, leading some to turn it off after a short period of play. Despite improvements made by the developer, the sound effects and music still leave room for enhancement.
- “Since then, Taylor Vaughan, the solo developer from Weirdfellows, has improved it a lot, from programming to graphics and music.”
- “While the music sounds good and properly retro, it’s too repetitive.”
- “Perhaps the music and sound effects could be improved.”
- “I'm not a big fan of the music – it feels properly retro, but it's too repetitive, so I turned it off after 30+ minutes of play.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, with users noting that while they may not be groundbreaking, they are functional and clear. Improvements made by the solo developer have enhanced the visuals, which some players find appealing and reminiscent of their own artistic style.
- “The visuals are pretty good.”
- “The graphics won't knock your socks off, but they function quite well, and it is clear to understand what is going on.”
- “Since then, Taylor Vaughan, the solo developer from Weirdfellows, improved it a lot, from programming to graphics and music.”
- “I really like the graphics in particular since they remind me of my own style.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been praised for its outstanding performance, with Team Ghost showcasing dominance and full possession during the competition.
- “An outstanding performance from Team Ghost this weekend, dominating the competition with full possession.”
- “The optimization in gameplay mechanics has significantly improved my overall experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the balance, making every character feel viable.”