Void Sols: Prologue

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Void Sols: Prologue is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Finite Reflection and was released on November 17, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Void Sols: Prologue is a minimalist, top-down souls-like featuring intense, stamina-based combat where learning enemy patterns is key. Players explore dark, maze-like corridors, using light to navigate and uncover secrets while facing deadly foes. Collect Sols to level up and customize your build with diverse weapons to survive and conquer the challenging encounters.

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gameplay22 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game effectively captures the essence of classic Souls games with satisfying combat and a spooky atmosphere.
The minimalist art style is unique and appealing, enhancing the overall experience while maintaining clarity.
The combat mechanics are deep and rewarding, allowing for various playstyles and builds, which keeps the gameplay engaging.

The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more content and variety in weapons and enemies.
The parry mechanic feels clunky and unrewarding, making it less effective compared to dodging.
Some players find the boss fights to be overly punishing and frustrating, particularly due to fast attack patterns and limited feedback.

gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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49%
6%
The gameplay is a standout feature, combining a top-down perspective with souls-like mechanics that offer a satisfying challenge as players learn enemy patterns and dodge timings. While the combat is engaging and polished, with a variety of weapons and mechanics to explore, some players find the parry system clunky and would appreciate more options for defensive maneuvers. Overall, the game successfully hooks players with its unique style, rewarding exploration, and well-paced tutorials, making it a promising experience for fans of the genre.
- “The gameplay does a really good job of hooking you in, and once it clicks, it feels awesome.”
- “Combat mechanics and gameplay flow are enjoyable, with good visual feedback; hits feel crunchy, and all the weapons feel good to use, each bearing different stat bonuses that lean into a particular playstyle.”
- “Level design is surprisingly good, the minimalist aesthetic gives the game a lot of appeal, and gameplay is surprisingly polished—it's snappy, satisfying, and definitely skillful.”
- “One thing I feel is rather iffy is the shield and parry mechanic.”
- “The only point of criticism I have is that the parry mechanic feels really clunky to get the hang of, so I didn't bother with it.”
- “It effectively applies classic soulsborne mechanics, with well communicated timings, interesting stamina management options, and deep combat that's very satisfying to build skill with!”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
45%
9%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the unique minimalist and grungy aesthetic that enhances the atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some players appreciate the clean visuals and dynamic lighting, others find the simplistic art style lacking depth and variety. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, though opinions vary on their effectiveness in comparison to more traditional styles.
- “The atmosphere and 2D-in-3D art style is a win.”
- “The minimalistic art style is reminiscent of Geometry Wars and pops off the screen with its use of color and bold yet simple shapes.”
- “The level design makes really interesting use of dynamic lighting and plays lots of fun tricks with the graphical minimalism.”
- “Graphics are too simplistic for the big bucks.”
- “The environment artwork was bland.”
- “The minimalist graphic is just too abstract even for a man who can tolerate pixel games.”
music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
29%
10%
The music in the game has received high praise for its quality, particularly during boss fights, where it enhances the excitement and atmosphere. Many players expressed a desire for more music throughout the game, as the ambient soundscaping often leaves moments feeling empty. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, with a mix of great aesthetics and engaging sound design that complements the gameplay.
- “The boss is creative and fun with some super good music which is like breakcore.”
- “Great aesthetics and the splash of music that there is is shockingly good, which works great in contrast to the silence of the rest of the level.”
- “It's got it all: satisfying combat, tough but fair difficulty, unique visuals, and fantastic music.”
- “I am not sure if it's a design choice to only really have music kick in during the boss fight.”
- “However, I think this game needs a soundtrack for exploring the map; just the ambiance alone kind of makes it feel empty.”
- “The boss theme for the warden, while a banger, doesn't really fit the battle because the speed of the song itself is high-energy, whereas the boss itself is slow-paced.”
atmosphere
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive sound design and effective minimalist art style, which together create a captivating and sometimes spooky environment. Players appreciate how the ambiance enhances exploration and combat, making the experience feel both rewarding and engaging. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, drawing comparisons to beloved titles like Dark Souls.
- “The atmosphere and sound design in this is surprisingly well made and I found myself getting sucked into the ambience.”
- “Even though it has a minimalist approach, the game has a great sense of style and atmosphere.”
- “Great atmosphere with a wonderful soundscape; the combat may defeat me in the end, but I love the edge it gives to the exploration.”
- “The game does a great job of creating a spooky, stressful atmosphere too!”
- “Honestly, somehow this game feels more like Dark Souls than Elden Ring in atmosphere, level design, and difficulty.”
- “They pulled off the minimalist style very well, while still creating a story and atmosphere that made you feel something.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
45%
33%
The game's story is largely minimalistic, with some players expressing disappointment over its absence, especially in the prologue phase. While the atmosphere and combat are praised, there is a desire for a more developed narrative and additional gameplay elements to enhance the overall experience.
- “They pulled off the minimalist style very well, while still creating a story and atmosphere that made you feel something.”
- “Minimalist dark souls with fun combat and solid movement, I'm pretty excited to see where this game goes from here in terms of gameplay and story (if it will have one).”
- “☑ no story”
- “The only downside in this game is the lack of story, but that is just my opinion and this is just a prologue after all, so I can't expect too much.”
- “I had a lot of fun playing this; however, with the minimalist setting and story, I think the combat will have to be a bit more fleshed out (more weapons, items, enemy types, etc.) in order for a full release to work.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, suggesting that it feels excessive and time-consuming, with some feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. Many believe that a game of this nature should not require such extensive grinding for levels and stats.
- “Or maybe I am just severely under-leveled, but a game like this should not encourage grinding for levels and stats.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game offers a moderate level of replayability, primarily through its trials and challenges, which encourage players to experiment with different builds. While the core map and enemies remain static, some users find enjoyment in revisiting the content, especially given the surprising replay value for a demo or prologue.
- “The trials and challenges offer a smorgasbord of replay value, and even though the map and enemies don't really change, it's still fun to go through again and try new builds.”
- “Little replayability, unless you want to play the challenges.”
- “I have to say that for a demo/prologue, it has a surprising amount of replayability!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game has been reported to experience occasional crashes and freezes, but it runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, which enhances the overall experience. While some bugs are present, they do not significantly detract from the fun.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck, which is a fantastic platform for this gem.”
- “The game maintains a steady frame rate, ensuring a smooth experience throughout.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, making for a very stable gameplay experience.”
- “Experienced a number of crashes and freezes.”
- “A little buggy, but still very fun nonetheless!”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, with moments like the exaggerated reactions during boss fights adding a comedic touch, even when they are unexpectedly loud or intense.
- “The end boss also blew out my eardrums when I beat it, but that was funny, so it's okay.”

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Void Sols: Prologue is a role playing game.

Void Sols: Prologue is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and PlayStation.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Void Sols: Prologue.

Void Sols: Prologue was released on November 17, 2022.

Void Sols: Prologue was developed by Finite Reflection.

Void Sols: Prologue has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Void Sols: Prologue is a single player game.

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