Save Their Souls
- April 11, 2017
- KomBits Game Studio
Get on Steam"Save Their Souls" is a 2D pixel art bullet hell game where players control a hero on a mission to rescue souls from evil. Featuring fast-paced combat, multiple levels, and challenging boss battles, players must dodge a hail of bullets while dealing damage to defeat enemies and save the souls. With various upgrades and abilities available, players can customize their playstyle to suit their preferences in this nostalgic yet engaging experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is simple and charming, providing a nostalgic retro vibe with well-made pixel art graphics.
- It offers a fun challenge, especially when played with friends, and the music enhances the overall experience.
- Players have found joy and motivation in the game, using it as a positive distraction during tough times.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including clunky controls and a lack of basic features like audio controls and resolution options.
- Many players find the gameplay shallow and repetitive, with a lack of depth and variety in levels.
- The graphics and overall quality are considered low, making it hard to recommend as a serious game.
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's music is generally praised for its upbeat and nostalgic quality, enhancing the overall mood and experience. However, users have expressed frustration over the lack of proper audio controls, making it difficult to adjust or turn off the background music.
“The soundtrack is very nice and the game's mood is funny.”
“The music gets you all pumped up; the pixel art graphics are well made and bring a good sense of nostalgia from the earlier console age.”
“Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music; you'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music gets you all pumped up, but it can be overwhelming and distracting at times.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are polarizing; while some players criticize the use of outdated retro pixel art and lack of resolution options, others appreciate the nostalgic charm and well-executed art style that complements the gameplay. Overall, opinions vary significantly, with some finding the graphics lacking and others enjoying the nostalgic aesthetic.
“The art style works very well, and the gameplay functions perfectly for the most part.”
“The music gets you all pumped up, and the pixel art graphics are well made, bringing a good sense of nostalgia from the earlier console age.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“Terrible 2D platformer with poor graphics and no merit.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it janky and unsatisfying due to poor handling and responsiveness, suggesting a lack of thorough testing. Conversely, others appreciate the simple yet charming mechanics that provide a challenging experience, indicating that while the gameplay has potential, it suffers from significant execution issues.
“Also, the art style works very well and the gameplay functions perfectly for the most part.”
“It is simple, yet charming, easy in mechanics yet challenging in gameplay.”
“It's janky and unsatisfying to play. Any experienced gamer will tell you that the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a pleasant soundtrack that complements its humorous mood, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience.
“The soundtrack is very nice, and the game's mood is hilarious.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, keeping me entertained throughout.”
“I love how the witty dialogue and funny scenarios make every moment enjoyable.”
