Blasphemous (ps4) -
: 8.5 / 10 — Highlighted the quality of both the playable and narrative proposals.
Released on , for the PS4, Blasphemous is widely praised as a "solid" and "superb" entry in the Metroidvania and "Soulslike" genres. Developed by the Spanish studio The Game Kitchen , it is best known for its "disturbingly beautiful" pixel art and a world heavily inspired by Spanish folklore and Roman Catholic iconography. Core Gameplay & Performance Blasphemous (PS4)
: 7.5 / 10 — Noted that while it is a strong title, it may not reinvent the genre. Key Features for Players Core Gameplay & Performance : 7
: A Deluxe Edition was released physically in 2021 by Sold Out , including a soundtrack, artbook, and digital comic. : The game features three distinct endings: Ending
: 10 / 10 — Called it a "brilliantly realized, brutal and bloody Metroidvania".
: The game features three distinct endings: Ending B (Bad), Ending A (Good), and Ending C (True/Canonical), the latter of which was added in the Wounds of Eventide update.
: Critics often describe the combat as "satisfyingly meaty" and "rock-solid," emphasizing a rhythm-based approach to melee fighting.