Seth

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Seth is a single player shooter game with fantasy, dark fantasy, violence and science fiction themes. It was developed by Chaotic Games and was released on April 9, 2026. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Take control of Seth, god of the desert, on his quest to fight Apophis. In a game where Fast-FPS meets Rogue-Lite, battle waves of brutal enemies and ruthless bosses. Choose your weapon, fight, die, and rise again! Dive into battle with a shield mechanic that encourages risk-taking. Slay your foes, tear their soul apart from their body to replenish your shield and resist the most powerful…

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75%Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Fast-paced, satisfying, and polished gameplay with solid gunplay and responsive movement.
Impressive Egyptian mythology theme with stylish visuals, character designs, and a great soundtrack.
Voice acting and lore elements add personality, and the game offers a fun niche experience for fans of classic arena shooters and roguelites.

Severely lacking content with very short playtime, minimal levels, bosses, weapons, and upgrades.
Limited replayability due to absence of difficulty scaling, meaningful progression, and deeper roguelite mechanics.
Some gameplay mechanics and design choices, such as hidden upgrade slots and lack of spell animations, detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its fluid, satisfying shooter mechanics and well-integrated roguelite elements, drawing favorable comparisons to games like Doom Eternal. While the gunplay and game flow are strongly appreciated, some players note that repeated restarts upon death and limited content can hinder the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the fast-paced, classic gameplay and creative level designs receive consistent acclaim.
- “From the gameplay perspective - the game flow is nice and gunplay works good, the roguelite elements fit pretty well.”
- “The core gameplay is fluid and very satisfying, and the ancient Egyptian theme and art design are awesome.”
- “I will commend the developer, a very small studio, for successfully nailing down the mechanics of a good shooter.”
- “My only gripe is the mechanic of starting completely over after each death, but I understand that's the name of the game.”
- “Visually the levels and enemy designs are creative and interesting too, although a few of the arenas are oddly cramped and don't lend themselves well to the fast paced gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is widely praised for its energetic and engaging techno-Egyptian ambiance, complementing the game's lore and gameplay effectively. Many users find the soundtrack to be a standout aspect, enhancing the overall experience despite some content and story shortcomings.
- “Also the music rocks!”
- “Like others said, the lore, gameplay, and music are great, but the content is somewhat lacking and the story lacks punch.”
- “The techno-Egyptian ambiance is beautiful, the soundtrack rocks.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics and character designs are highly praised for their unique aesthetic and flair, particularly in representing Egyptian mythology. However, some players feel the visual variety is limited beyond the initial areas. Overall, the game's art style is considered a standout element despite a relatively small scope.
- “The graphics, the character designs, and especially the gameplay (which is like Doom Eternal with the glory kill system of Doom the Dark Ages) are rad.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the game's animated character designs, particularly of the gods, highlighting the impressive graphics. However, their comments focus more on visual appeal and gameplay rather than in-depth character development.
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is considered weak and simplistic, lacking depth and impactful moments. While the lore is appreciated, the narrative feels incomplete and leaves plot holes, culminating in an unsatisfying conclusion.
- “Like others said, the lore, gameplay, and music are great, but the content is somewhat lacking and the story lacks punch.”
- “And when you beat it, you get a narrated text blurb which highlights a plot hole in an otherwise very simplistic plot, and then you're done.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers moderate replayability through unlockables and achievements, despite being a straightforward FPS roguelite that can be completed quickly in 10-15 minutes with only two bosses.