Soul Survivor: Trials of the Goddess
- June 19, 2023
- Runelight Owl
Get on Steam"Every season an Offering must be given to the Island, never to return - one Soul, a favored child of Irinia, in exchange to keep us all safe from evil... Such is the nature of our Curse." The elders tell a tale of this ancient island, humanity's birthplace, and of the Goddess Irinia who once watched over humankind. They speak of the Goblins, the Beasts, the Dragons, and other progeny o…
PC
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Reviews
- The game features a unique 'Take 3 Fight 3' mechanic that encourages strategic decision-making and enhances replayability.
- Soul Survivor: Trails of the Goddess has a charming retro aesthetic, with great graphics, sound, and a phenomenal soundtrack that adds to the overall experience.
- The combat is well-balanced and rewarding, allowing for a variety of character builds and customization options that keep players engaged.
- While the game offers upgrades, they are limited to what players can select at the start, which may feel restrictive for some.
- The game can be challenging, with a steep learning curve that may frustrate new players, especially in more difficult builds.
- Some players may find the lack of randomness in dungeon generation less appealing compared to traditional roguelikes.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its addictive loop and engaging mechanics, blending retro RPG elements with rogue-like features. Players appreciate the opportunity for theorycrafting and build customization, making it appealing even to those who might typically shy away from less random gameplay. Overall, the game successfully captures a nostalgic feel while offering a fresh take on classic RPG gameplay.
“The gameplay is what truly makes this game shine.”
“Soul Survivor's gameplay loop is maddeningly addictive.”
“It's amazing to theorycraft possible builds and make choices to spec into those builds, and I recommend trying it anyway to get a taste of the awesome loadout-esque player building mechanic.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, noting the availability of various skills, items, and characters for purchase, which enhances the overall experience and encourages multiple playthroughs.
“I've had so much fun playing this so far, and it really seems like it has a ton of replay value.”
“Skills, items, characters, and more are available for purchase, enhancing the replayability.”
“Skills, items, characters, and whatnot are available for purchase for increased replayability.”
“I've had so much fun playing this so far and it really seems like it has a ton of replay value.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with reviewers highlighting the soundtrack as "amazing" and "phenomenal," indicating a strong positive reception overall.
“The soundtrack is also amazing!”
“Musically, it's pretty goddamn phenomenal.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as charming and effectively capture a retro style, complementing the overall sound and gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the consistency in visual presentation, enhancing the game's nostalgic appeal.
“Graphically, it's charming.”
“The sound, graphics, and gameplay were all on point, and stayed consistent with that retro style that it was hoping to achieve.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is described as deep and engaging, reminiscent of a blend between Dragon Quest and Slay the Spire, offering players a rich narrative to explore. Coupled with challenging battles and diverse character-building options, it contributes to an overall enjoyable gaming experience.
“Deep story if you go looking for it, tough battles, lots of ways to build characters, a whole lot of fun in my short time with it so far.”
