Soulfire

About

Soulfire is a fantasy fighting game that supports up to 2 players in both cooperative and PvP modes. In this battle royale-style game, more than 20 teams compete in a struggle for victory using a unique 2.5D souls-lite combat system. With its side-scroller perspective and emphasis on action, Soulfire offers a fresh take on the battle royale genre.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of 2D battle royale mechanics with tactical combat, reminiscent of classic titles like Dark Souls and Castlevania.
Players find the combat system engaging and rewarding, with a variety of weapons and spells that allow for strategic gameplay.
Despite being in early access, the game shows potential for growth and improvement, with an active development team responding to player feedback.

The player base is currently very low, resulting in most matches being filled with bots instead of real players.
There are several bugs and issues, such as lag and control problems, which can hinder the gameplay experience.
The game has a freemium model and a battle pass system that some players were unaware of, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its unique blend reminiscent of "Prince of Persia" and "PUBG," while others criticize the controls for being unresponsive and hindered by unnecessary delays and animations. Additionally, there are concerns about the prevalence of camping strategies and the lack of innovation in the battle royale genre.
- “The gameplay, well, this is what Prince of Persia meets PUBG would have been, very nice gameplay.”
- “I am a massive fan of the concept of battle royale but have struggled to find a game that doesn't have some crazy building mechanic or just turn into a twitch shooter at the end of the game, with campers always winning the round.”
- “Controls aren't smooth and there's so much unnecessary delay and animations that could be changed for a more fluid gameplay.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization model is largely positive, featuring minimal advertising and offering only cosmetic in-game purchases, allowing players to unlock content through gameplay without feeling pressured to spend money.
- “This game had little or no advertising at all.”
- “All in-game purchases seem to be cosmetic only, and there is plenty of opportunity to unlock items just by playing the game.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as simplistic yet appealing, with a notable appreciation for the artwork. However, some players feel that the visuals do not justify the long wait times for matchmaking, suggesting that the game could benefit from a larger player base to enhance the overall experience.
- “I really like the artwork of the game; it looks really good and much fun.”
- “The graphics are simplistic, but they are appealing and fit the game's style.”
- “The visuals are stunning and add a lot to the overall experience of the game.”
- “My machine should be powerful enough for its simplistic graphics.”
- “I kind of like the artwork of the game, but it's so difficult to find any other players. I'm totally 15 minutes in queue and can't find any other players. Maybe I play at bad times. Well, I'll take a look back in the near future because the game looks really good and much fun, but it needs way more players.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, with the game freezing every few seconds, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game freezes every couple of seconds.”
- “Constant freezing makes it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience frequent crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, complementing the overall experience with a nice soundtrack that enhances the fighting and design elements, appealing to fans of similar titles like Darkest Dungeon.
- “The soundtrack is nice, the fighting is also engaging, and the design is lovely if you enjoy games like this one, Darkest Dungeon, etc.”