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Selfloss

Kazimir’s journey handles topics like loss, and the frailty of humankind and nature, with such sincerity that makes Selfloss a journey worth shedding a tear or two for.
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83%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, grinding
84% User Score Based on 73 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Selfloss is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Goodwin Games and was released on September 28, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Selfloss is a Fantasy RPG that can be played solo or cooperatively with two players. The game is set in a beautiful Slavic-inspired world, where you play as the old healer Kazimir on a journey to cure his soul wound and the Miasma afflicting the world. Use Kazimir's magic staff to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore the world by foot or boat."

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews
story25 positive mentions
gameplay5 negative mentions
  • Selfloss features stunning visuals and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack that create an immersive and atmospheric experience.
  • The game offers a unique narrative that blends Slavic folklore and themes of grief and healing, encouraging players to engage with its emotional depth.
  • Exploration and puzzle-solving are central to the gameplay, providing a meditative experience that rewards patience and contemplation.
  • The controls can feel clunky and unresponsive, particularly during combat and navigation, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The pacing is slow, which may lead to moments of tedium, especially during backtracking or when solving straightforward puzzles.
  • Technical issues such as camera glitches and minor bugs can disrupt immersion and frustrate players, highlighting the game's indie origins.
  • story
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Selfloss" is a beautifully crafted narrative that intertwines Slavic folklore and Nordic myth, following Kazimir, an aging wanderer on a spiritual journey. Rather than relying on traditional dialogue or cutscenes, the game employs environmental storytelling and subtle character actions to convey its themes of healing and loss, creating an intimate and immersive experience. While the narrative is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, some players find the pacing slow and the gameplay frustrating, yet many agree that the artistic direction and atmospheric soundtrack enhance the overall storytelling.

    • “Set within a world inspired by Slavic folklore and Nordic myth, it tells the story of Kazimir, an aging wanderer and healer who embarks on a spiritual journey to perform a ritual known as the selfloss.”
    • “Its story is beautifully crafted, blending Slavic mythology with themes of healing and loss.”
    • “With each step in this strange world, I found myself more and more drawn into Kazimir’s story, feeling his quest for healing as something deeply personal.”
    • “It had just enough of a story to keep me engaged but was more frustrating than fun to actually play.”
    • “Kinda slow - slower than the story and elderly character require.”
    • “It's clear the devs are passionate about the story, but there's no way to sugarcoat the fact that the gameplay is really, really unenjoyable.”
  • atmosphere
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of "Selfloss" is widely praised for its melancholic and immersive qualities, characterized by stunning visuals, a haunting soundtrack, and a beautifully crafted world that draws players in. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke deep emotions through its artistic direction and sound design, creating a captivating experience that enhances the storytelling. While some note the game's brevity, the overall consensus is that its atmospheric elements make it a memorable and engaging adventure.

    • “Selfloss, developed by Goodwin Games and published by Silver Lining Interactive, is a melancholic and atmospheric adventure that unfolds like a living elegy.”
    • “The game’s atmosphere is stunning, with its visually striking world and hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, which together create an immersive and meditative experience.”
    • “The gentle ebb of waves, the glow of your staff, and the rhythmic paddling of your small boat across dark waters all contribute to an atmosphere that feels both mournful and sacred.”
    • “The atmosphere draws you in completely, and the game gets progressively more captivating as you approach the powerful conclusion.”
    • “Atmosphere is immersing; the visual style and music/sounds are good.”
  • gameplay
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by a slow, meditative pace that emphasizes exploration, light combat, and puzzle-solving, which some players find refreshing while others deem it dull and clunky. Many reviews highlight mechanical rough edges, awkward controls, and frustrating camera angles that detract from the experience, though some appreciate the narrative and diversity of gameplay mechanics. Overall, while the game offers a unique atmosphere and thoughtful design, its execution leaves much to be desired, particularly for those seeking polished and engaging gameplay.

    • “Mechanically, selfloss blends exploration, light combat, and puzzle-solving in a way that complements its meditative tone.”
    • “The final confrontation with the lich stood out for requiring you to utilize every mechanic you had learned throughout the game—a brilliant culmination of the adventure.”
    • “A beautiful and handcrafted experience with intuitive puzzle and combat mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay is just dull; the puzzles are really basic and the controls are tedious and clunky.”
    • “The dull gameplay with an awkwardly controlling character and an annoying dynamic camera, which makes areas disorienting, does not add much to the game other than distract from it actually not having a whole lot to say.”
    • “The gameplay is sometimes clunky; the camera movement can be awkward and I got stuck in a couple of walls.”
  • music
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and haunting quality, enhancing the emotional depth of the story and immersing players in the experience. The soundtrack features soft ambient themes and mournful strings that complement the game's themes of isolation and selflessness, although some players noted abrupt cutscenes that disrupt the flow. Overall, the combination of beautiful visuals and evocative music creates a captivating and meditative atmosphere, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “The soundtrack deepens this impression, weaving soft ambient themes and mournful strings that echo the isolation of Kazimir’s journey.”
    • “The game’s atmosphere is stunning, with its visually striking world and hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, which together create an immersive and meditative experience.”
    • “The music is another highlight—hauntingly beautiful and perfectly suited to the emotional story.”
    • “Right from the start, I could feel the old man's inner pain and a sense of lingering sadness amplified by the soundtrack.”
    • “Music is also very moody and really adds to the tone of the game; I would consider picking up the OST later because while it's not the best, it's still really good.”
  • graphics
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning beauty and atmospheric quality, with many reviewers highlighting the fantastic art style and haunting music that enhance the overall experience. The visuals are described as gorgeous and immersive, effectively drawing players into the game's narrative and emotional depth. Overall, the combination of beautiful graphics and sound design creates a captivating ambiance that resonates with players.

    • “The graphics with beautiful music drew me into the story.”
    • “The game offers a visually stunning experience, with beautiful graphics and good sound design that perfectly set the mood.”
    • “This game captures you with its stunning visuals and atmospheric world.”
    • “The platforming, while terrible, is a small but frustrating part of the game; however, the other mechanics, graphics, and lore make up for it.”
    • “I liked other ambient exploration games with dreamy visuals based on lesser-known cultural mythologies.”
    • “The visuals, sound, and overall atmosphere are everything I wanted.”
  • emotional
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of "Selfloss" is highlighted by its melancholic art direction and intimate encounters that explore themes of grief and renewal, creating a deeply resonant experience. Players appreciate the hauntingly beautiful music and the game's ability to evoke strong feelings, often leading to tears, despite some frustrations. Overall, it is celebrated as a heartfelt journey that lingers in the mind long after completion, making it a must-try for fans of story-rich games with emotional depth.

    • “Every detail seems to hum with melancholy, supported by an art direction that favors emotional resonance over realism.”
    • “The emotional core of Selfloss lies in its themes of grief and renewal.”
    • “Selfloss is a unique and heartfelt journey that stays with you long after the credits roll.”
    • “The story felt incredibly dull and uninspired.”
    • “I didn't connect with any of the characters emotionally.”
    • “The emotional moments fell flat and lacked impact.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with basic puzzles that require a lot of back-and-forth movement. The slow controls and clunky mechanics contribute to a dull gameplay experience, making the grinding feel more laborious than enjoyable.

    • “The solutions are obvious; there's just a lot of tedious back and forth to complete them.”
    • “The gameplay is just dull; the puzzles are really basic and the controls are tedious and clunky.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly with good performance and quick loading times, players have reported minor stutters, visual clipping, and inconsistent lighting that highlight its indie origins.

    • “What's also good is the performance and loading times; on a technical level, it works very well.”
    • “The optimization allows for smooth gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The game runs efficiently, with minimal lag and quick load times, making it enjoyable to play.”
    • “Performance issues—minor stutters, visual clipping, and inconsistent lighting—further remind you of the game’s indie origins.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a steady frame rate, making the experience feel choppy and unpolished.”
    • “Optimization seems to have taken a backseat, as loading times are excessively long and frequent.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game's deliberate pacing fosters a contemplative experience, it can occasionally veer into tedium due to technical issues like camera glitches and pathfinding bugs that disrupt gameplay flow.

    • “The deliberate slowness that makes the experience contemplative can at times border on tedium, especially when technical hiccups—such as camera glitches or pathfinding bugs—disrupt the flow.”
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Selfloss is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

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

Selfloss was released on September 28, 2021.

Selfloss was developed by Goodwin Games.

Selfloss has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Selfloss is a single player game with local co-op support.

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