Soulstone Survivors

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Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+21

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,107 reviews

gameplay411 positive mentions

grinding420 negative mentions

The gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, with deep customization options and a satisfying progression system that keeps players engaged.
The graphics are vibrant and visually striking, enhancing the immersive experience with smooth animations and rich detail.
The game features a high replayability factor due to its diverse characters, skills, and extensive customization options, encouraging experimentation and repeated playthroughs.

The music can become repetitive and annoying over time, leading some players to mute it during gameplay.
The gameplay loop can feel overly grindy and repetitive, particularly at higher difficulty levels, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
The game suffers from performance issues, including framerate drops and stuttering, especially during late-game scenarios, which can hinder the experience.

gameplay
1,117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
59%
4%
The gameplay of "Soulstone Survivors" is characterized by its addictive, fast-paced action and a variety of mechanics that enhance player engagement, such as aiming and dodging. While many players appreciate the depth of customization and the satisfying progression system, some criticize the gameplay for becoming repetitive and overly reliant on grinding, particularly at higher difficulty levels. Overall, the game offers a solid experience for fans of the genre, though it may lack the challenge and variety found in other titles like "Vampire Survivors."
- “The gameplay is smooth, and the game gives you options to quit after each level or go again, so you can pace yourself in around 7-14 minute chunks.”
- “Its fast-paced, action-packed gameplay, deep customization options, and satisfying progression system make it an absolute blast to play.”
- “The core gameplay loop is addictive, and discovering powerful ability combos is incredibly satisfying.”
- “The gameplay loop becomes repetitive, and the excitement fades too quickly.”
- “The gameplay is stacking AoE and dodging red circles until you get one-shot; there's a billion metaprogression unlocks for different colored AoEs and nothing that changes the gameplay or build variety.”
- “The gameplay quickly becomes stale and monotonous.”
graphics
722 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
58%
3%
The graphics of "Soulstone Survivors" have received mixed feedback, with many praising the vibrant, colorful 3D visuals and smooth animations that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some players have noted that the flashy effects can lead to visual clutter, making it difficult to see enemy attacks, especially in later stages, prompting the need to adjust settings to reduce opacity for better visibility. Overall, while the graphics are considered a significant improvement over similar titles like "Vampire Survivors," they can be demanding on hardware, requiring optimization for smoother performance.
- “The graphics are vibrant and visually striking, creating an immersive world filled with rich detail.”
- “Graphically, Soulstone Survivors stands out with its clean, vibrant visuals and smooth animations.”
- “The game's art style is vibrant and polished, with eye-catching effects that make every encounter feel cinematic yet clear enough to avoid visual clutter.”
- “The lack of detail in the face or any aesthetic, having the same character sprites and movement for most characters, and minimal customization or unique characteristics makes you less inclined to prefer any character over another, unless certain abilities catch your eye.”
- “You never actually see the results of your labor and time devoted to a particular build; you're usually just given a different display of flash, but the enemy design, lack of shading, lack of environmental aesthetics, and lack of contrast and depth make each session feel like the last, which is usually characterized as a mush of static and particles on a very bland canvas.”
- “Having to turn off the visuals of your abilities really takes away from the fun; I want to see me blow up packs of monsters, not just use abilities for stats. If the developers can fix this, I would easily change my rating as this game has a ton of unlocks and flavor, but as it stands, I can't recommend it.”
music
474 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
48%
8%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its catchy and energetic nature that enhances the gameplay experience. However, a significant number of users noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, leading to fatigue during extended play sessions. While some players enjoy the unique electronic and techno influences, others feel that the music does not always fit the game's theme or becomes annoying after prolonged exposure. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong aspect of the game, but it could benefit from more variety to maintain engagement.
- “The music dynamically shifts in response to boss fights and high-intensity moments, further enhancing the adrenaline-fueled experience.”
- “The music is great, nice and thumpy, just what you need to get the blood pumping.”
- “The soundtrack is one of the best parts too.”
- “The music is terrible, so I've turned that off. I feel it doesn't fit the game and gets extremely repetitive and annoying after a short period.”
- “The music gets repetitive, so I tend to mute it and watch anime or listen to music in the background.”
- “The only defect I can find is the music; it sucks extremely bad and I always play on mute because of it.”
grinding
433 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention among players, with many describing it as excessively grindy and tedious, especially in the late game. While some players find enjoyment in the grind and appreciate the depth of progression and unlocks, others feel it becomes a chore, detracting from the overall fun and leading to repetitive gameplay. Overall, the game offers a mix of rewarding and frustrating grinding experiences, appealing primarily to those who enjoy extensive character and skill progression.
- “There's a long list of achievements to go for as well, and they're not tedious to get.”
- “I would love the idea of grinding a long time for the ability to unlock 10, 15, or even 20 power for these.”
- “But after I'd say the 25/30-hour mark, it becomes less of an exciting time-waster and more of a grindy chore, especially if you're a completionist and you want those sweet achievements.”
- “The grind is what killed my fun of this game, it's really great but wow... to start unlocking stuff for all characters you would need like 60+ hours of grinding and repeating.”
- “The game starts fun but excessively grindy.”
optimization
256 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
65%
17%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, particularly during late-game scenarios where framerate drops and stuttering become prevalent. While some users report improvements following recent updates, others still experience severe lag and crashes, especially on lower-end systems or during intense gameplay. Overall, while the developers are actively working on optimization, the game still requires substantial improvements to ensure a smoother experience for all players.
- “The recent updates helped with the performance of the game and I am beyond happy with them.”
- “Good fun, runs smoothly even when playing on a MacBook Air.”
- “The developers really care about this game; it's consistently getting stuff added and improving performance.”
- “The performance issues are by far the most glaring issue this game has.”
- “This game is so poorly optimized that its higher tier content is all but unplayable.”
- “Optimization needs to be a priority at some point or the massive amount of extra content is going to just make the game unplayable.”
replayability
215 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
51%
1%
The game "Soulstone Survivors" is praised for its high replayability, attributed to its diverse characters, skills, and extensive customization options. Players appreciate the variety of builds and unlockable content, which encourages experimentation and repeated playthroughs, despite some concerns about repetitive environments. Overall, the game offers a compelling mix of depth and fun, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the roguelite genre.
- “It's rare to find a game that combines such depth and replayability with budget-friendly pricing, but this one pulls it off seamlessly.”
- “Soulstone Survivors is a roguelike packed with a large variety of builds and play styles that allow for a lot of replayability even in early access.”
- “The replay value is super high with a bunch of characters to unlock and level up, a skill tree, runes, and craftable weapons, there's layers to a meta progression that keeps you coming back for more.”
- “You end up playing the same map again and again, and even varying builds doesn't bring the replayability it's supposed to bring.”
- “It has a lot of content; however, almost no replayability. It expects you to grind out the same slow-paced, non-skilled task to unlock everything.”
- “While providing a fun distraction, Soulstone Survivors fails to reproduce the charm, complexity, and replayability of Vampire Survivors, the game it desperately wishes to emulate.”
story
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
63%
28%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with many players noting that it lacks a meaningful narrative or character development. While some appreciate the focus on gameplay mechanics and progression, they express a desire for at least minimal story elements to enhance depth and replayability. Overall, the consensus is that the game is enjoyable for its mechanics but feels incomplete without a compelling story.
- “Immersive storytelling: the game's narrative draws players in with its rich lore and compelling characters.”
- “Emotional impact: beyond its gameplay mechanics, 'Soulstone Survivors' resonates emotionally with players through its storytelling and character development.”
- “It's a game that appeals not only to gamers looking for a challenge but also to those who appreciate a well-crafted story and immersive world-building.”
- “This game has no story, no explanations, no idea where it wants to go, no defining features.”
- “There is basically no lore, no story, nothing.”
- “No real story in this game, so if you are looking for an experience similar to Hades, this may not be for you.”
humor
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
7%
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players enjoying the absurdity of character builds, chaotic gameplay, and comical visuals, such as oversized weapons and silly character designs. While the humor initially captivates, some players note that it can wear thin as the game progresses, especially when faced with balancing issues and repetitive mechanics. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its roguelite elements, providing a lighthearted experience amidst the chaos.
- “There's a sense of progression that makes you feel like a true warrior (or wizard, or necromancer, etc.), with each run getting progressively more powerful — or hilarious, depending on how poorly you choose your abilities.”
- “Welcome to 'Soulstone Survivors,' where being a void hunter means juggling spells, dodging enemies, and getting hilariously stuck on rocks.”
- “And let me tell you, watching 7 rock golems sprinting around the screen, smashing everything to bits... hilariously ridiculous.”
- “The humor falls flat, making the experience feel more tedious than entertaining.”
- “The jokes are overdone and fail to land, leaving the game feeling dull.”
- “Attempts at humor feel forced and often miss the mark, detracting from the overall enjoyment.”
stability
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
9%
38%
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag. While many players report a smooth experience, particularly on the Steam Deck, some have encountered freezing issues, especially in fullscreen mode and during high-action moments. Despite being in early access, the game is largely considered bug-free, though occasional glitches and performance drops have been noted, particularly after recent updates.
- “I experience no glitches.”
- “Despite being in early access, the experience so far has been almost completely bug-free and surprisingly not too heavy on the hardware.”
- “Even though it’s releasing in early access, the gameplay is super fluid and during my time with it I experienced no glitches or crashes.”
- “Currently my main issue is performance; the game freezes in fullscreen (which shouldn't happen on a system with a 3090), along with not being able to dash through trees or other small objects, often causing you to die from feeling stuck.”
- “Game freezes about 5 minutes into every run since 2 updates ago; I thought the new one would have fixed it, but it's just as bad.”
- “As of the most recent update, this game is completely unplayable on Steam Deck. You'll be able to get in-game, but even on the lowest possible settings, the game's framerate will begin dropping until it completely freezes. It's so bad that I've had to manually turn my Steam Deck off to stop the game. I cannot recommend it in its current state until massive optimization is done.”
monetization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
38%
56%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its lack of microtransactions and in-game purchases, highlighting it as a refreshing change in a market often filled with predatory practices. However, others criticize the game for feeling like a cash grab, comparing it to generic mobile games and noting a lack of depth and originality. Overall, while some players appreciate the absence of monetization pressures, others feel the game still embodies elements of a cash grab despite its buy-once model.
- “No microtransactions, everything is earnable in-game and it's not a grindfest when compared to other games in this genre; you can easily get all the cool stuff in literally a day or two of playing.”
- “There are absolutely no microtransactions or in-game purchases; this is 100% buy and play, which is refreshing in today's market where games, even single-player oriented ones, try to push in-app purchases down your throat at every turn.”
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions.”
- “It feels like a free-to-play game on Android, but without microtransactions.”
- “You'll get a few hours out of it and then realize it's a shallow cash grab that they've moved on from.”
character development
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
15%
14%
Character development in "Soulstone Survivors" is praised for its outstanding system that allows for significant customization and progression, featuring a variety of skill trees and character designs that enhance gameplay. While some players appreciate the emotional resonance and visual aesthetics, others note that the reliance on grinding for character upgrades may deter those who prefer a more streamlined experience. Overall, the game excels in character design and offers a fun leveling system that keeps players engaged.
- “Emotional impact: beyond its gameplay mechanics, 'Soulstone Survivors' resonates emotionally with players through its storytelling and character development.”
- “The game's superb character development system and wide variety of interesting spells are yours to explore as you progress through its many challenging encounters.”
- “Excellent skill choices and upgrades per level up, good character design, and interesting progression.”
- “Not in love with the character design.”
- “Some of the character designs rely on collecting items, being close to something, or even standing in a particular spot for a few seconds to gain buffs.”
- “Takes the best parts of the gameplay loop, upgrades, and builds, but changes the few things I didn't quite like about the previous game, such as the lack of character development aside from random golden eggs and the initial base upgrade list.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find "Soulstone Survivors" emotionally engaging due to its compelling storytelling and character development, which enhances their connection to the game. Despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics, many express a strong desire to achieve 100% completion, indicating a deep investment in the game. The active and responsive developer community further enriches the emotional experience, fostering a sense of belonging among players.
- “Emotional impact: beyond its gameplay mechanics, 'Soulstone Survivors' resonates emotionally with players through its storytelling and character development.”
- “God damn, I have no idea why this game made me feel obliged to reach 100% achievements and unlock everything in it, but it did.”
- “So yeah, I enjoyed the prologue enough to emotionally prepare myself for that loss.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive visuals and sound, creating a rich and detailed world that is both dark and mysterious. The thematic maps enhance this experience without being distracting, while the music effectively contributes to the overall ambiance and momentum.
- “Immersive world: the game's world is rich and detailed, immersing you in its dark and mysterious atmosphere.”
- “The music is also great for creating atmosphere and momentum.”
- “There are no differences between maps other than the look and atmosphere.”
- “The music definitely added to the atmosphere.”

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25h Median play time

35h Average play time

10-53h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 91 analyzed playthroughs

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