Saviorless

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 149 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Saviorless is a dark, frightening, often sorrowful tale that took me a little while to get into and then held on tight for the duration.
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"Saviorless" is a single-player platformer game with stunning hand-drawn graphics and animations, set in a dark fantasy world. As Antar, a determined child striving to become a Savior, players will navigate through a treacherous path to the forbidden Smiling Islands, overcoming various obstacles along the way. The game features dynamic gameplay with three playable protagonists, each with unique abilities and challenges. The atmospheric soundtrack and enigmatic landscapes add to the immersive experience of this narrative-driven platformer.

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Play​Station
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Reviews

82%
Audience ScoreBased on 149 reviews
story36 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning hand-drawn visuals and a haunting atmosphere that captivates players.
  • Gameplay is simple yet enjoyable, with a good variety of puzzles and platforming challenges that gradually increase in difficulty.
  • The narrative is intriguing and cryptic, encouraging players to interpret the story and explore the beautifully designed world.
  • Combat mechanics feel basic and can be frustrating, with poorly placed checkpoints that may lead to repeated sections after dying.
  • The story can be vague and leaves many questions unanswered, which may not satisfy all players.
  • Some players may find the gameplay too simplistic or short, lacking the depth and challenge expected from a platformer.
  • story78 mentions

    The game's story is described as intriguing yet vague, with some players finding it cryptic and lacking a satisfying payoff, particularly towards the end. While the narrative features interesting themes and unique artistic elements, it often feels anticlimactic and could benefit from further development. Overall, the atmospheric presentation and environmental storytelling enhance the experience, making it worth exploring despite its narrative shortcomings.

    • “This is an excellent little story-driven platformer that's drenched in atmosphere.”
    • “Beautiful art and world, interesting characters, well-curated soundtrack, and fascinating and thought-provoking story.”
    • “The story, art style, and music all blend together to create a perfect atmosphere.”
    • “Was sort of expecting some kind of payoff, but honestly the story was not that interesting.”
    • “The biggest downside I have is that the story doesn't really deliver on its interesting premise, and both the endings are very anticlimactic and unsatisfying.”
    • “Great visuals but confusing story.”
  • gameplay63 mentions

    The gameplay in this title is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, appealing to some players while potentially leaving others feeling bored due to its generic mechanics. Despite the straightforward gameplay, many reviewers appreciate the beautiful visuals, engaging art style, and well-designed puzzles that provide enjoyable moments, particularly in action sequences. Overall, while the gameplay may not be groundbreaking, it is complemented by a captivating atmosphere and narrative elements that enhance the experience.

    • “Simple yet enjoyable gameplay is driven by striking visuals and unique atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful, the soundtrack is magnificent, the gameplay is simple but it's mostly by design choice rather than boring; the platforming and puzzles are well thought out and can feel challenging at times. Overall, it's a good game.”
    • “Saviorless delivers a smooth, challenging, and fun gameplay experience, with fantastic visual design and an innovative take on narrative design, making it a great 2D platformer for fans of the genre.”
    • “However, the actual gameplay mechanics of this game are not worth the hassle or price tag.”
    • “I could forgive that, but the actual mechanics were so simple.”
    • “- unclear narrative: I was attracted to the game by a reviewer saying it has something to do with narration, but upon playing, I found this element to be portrayed quite shallow up until chapter 3; granted, there might be something more in the coming chapters, but I'm not motivated enough to keep going, not with how homogeneous the gameplay is.”
  • graphics60 mentions

    The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their beautiful, haunting art style and unique atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting the captivating hand-drawn visuals and polished animation. While some found the story confusing, the overall aesthetic experience, combined with a magnificent soundtrack, creates an engaging environment that enhances the gameplay. Despite minor visual glitches, the game's striking visuals are considered a significant draw, making it a worthwhile experience for players.

    • “The graphics are beautiful, the soundtrack is magnificent, the gameplay is simple but it's mostly for design choice rather than boring, the platforming and puzzles are well thought and can feel challenging at times, overall it's a good game.”
    • “The hand-drawn graphics are one of the largest appeals to this game, and they help to enthrall the player in the world that Saviorless presents them with.”
    • “Such a wonderful art style, such a great atmosphere, it is simply unique!”
    • “Nonetheless, 'dark' does not describe the visuals.”
    • “I didn't really enjoy the story and I don't like that art style much, but the atmosphere was still enjoyable anyway.”
    • “If you like the art style and want to kill about 3 hours, maybe buy it on deep discount.”
  • music38 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting its immersive and dynamic qualities. The soundtrack is described as magnificent and progression-based, effectively complementing the beautiful art and engaging narrative. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's emotional depth and ambiance.

    • “The atmosphere is out of this world, thanks to the enchanting music and stunning design.”
    • “The story, art style, and music all blend together to create a perfect atmosphere.”
    • “The environments are gorgeous and varied, and the soundtrack was immersive, sucking you into the world.”
    • “Music adds to a gloomy atmosphere.”
    • “Most of the environmental art is too clean for my liking with its geometric design, but I found myself immersed despite that, thanks to solid atmosphere by dynamic music and animated elements in the background.”
    • “I hope they sell said OST later down the line as it was personally my favorite part about the whole experience.”
  • atmosphere29 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised as its standout feature, characterized by a unique blend of striking visuals, enchanting music, and a compelling narrative. Reviewers note that the atmosphere ranges from bright to grim, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay, even for those who may not enjoy the story or art style. Overall, the combination of dynamic music and artistic design contributes to an unforgettable and captivating atmosphere.

    • “The atmosphere is out of this world, thanks to the enchanting music and stunning design.”
    • “The story, art style, and music all blend together to create a perfect atmosphere.”
    • “Such a wonderful art style, such a great atmosphere, it is simply unique!”
    • “I didn't really enjoy the story and I don't like that art style much, but the atmosphere was still enjoyable anyway.”
    • “Music adds to a gloomy atmosphere.”
    • “Sometimes bright, sometimes grim but not depressive atmosphere.”
  • character development4 mentions

    Reviewers praise the character designs as superb, highlighting their inspiration drawn from grand landscapes and unique, bizarre aesthetics. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth or narrative depth.

    • “The character designs are superb!”
    • “There's just something so inspiring about the grand landscapes and bizarre character designs.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find that while obtaining all achievements involves a significant amount of effort, the process is engaging and not tedious.

    • “Getting all achievements requires some work, but it's not tedious at all.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, with only minor visual glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay. Overall, stability is rated positively by users.

  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find "Saviorless" to be an aesthetically captivating experience that effectively explores deep emotional themes, leaving a lasting impact on their psyche. The game is noted for its ability to evoke strong feelings, marking a significant step in independent game design.

    • “If 'Saviorless' is Cuba’s first independent video game, then players are in for an aesthetically pleasing yet moody future of game design that touches on emotional elements that leave a mark on the psyche.”
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Critic Reviews

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Play time

4hMedian play time
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