Blasphemous Review (PlayStation 4)
Blasphemous Review, Blasphemous is a ruthless ARPG platform game set in a dark and nightmarish world where metroidvania-style gameplay meets hack’n’slash action. The world of Cvstodia is plagued by a foul and fearsome curse known as ‘The Miracle’. Terrifying monsters and unforgiving bosses have taken up residence and Cvstodia’s only hope for salvation rests in the hands of ‘The Penitent One’, the sole survivor of ‘The Silent Sorrow’ massacre.
Blasphemous Review Pros:
- Beautiful dark gothic pixel art graphics.
- 2.84 GB download size.
- Platinum trophy.
- 3 save slots.
- Metroidvania gameplay.
- How to play pop-ups as you play.
- It uses Dark Souls-type mechanics like dropping items when you die.
- Altar checkpoints are also places where you can equip new items.
- Dark twisted atmosphere.
- Hack and slash combat and it’s very much a case of learning patterns.
- Some of the best animations I have ever seen in a game.
- Clever traversal tricks like sticking your sword in the wall, jumping then stab jump then stab.
- The map fills in as you play.
- The game world they have created is dripping in Gothic architecture porn, It is disgustingly beautiful.
- Disturbing/creepy elements.
- Vibrant locations.
- A lot of lore and story to uncover, with every item having a page of lore.
- Big boss encounters.
- Some of the best character designs and animations I have seen.
- Meet memorable characters.
- It is definitely one of those games that sticks with you long after you have played it.
- Despite the talk of darkness and blood, the game is not overly gory and bloody which I like.
- 2D game world with animated backdrops.
- The controls are easy to pick up and learn.
- Each weapon has its own unique fighting style.
- Many secrets and shortcuts to find and unlock.
Blasphemous Review Cons:
- Difficult as is the genre.
- Pages of text to read to get the most out of the lore.
- So much to take in with many layers to a character creation like beads, abilities, special abilities, items, etc.
- Can feel lost at times with not-great breadcrumb trails.
- A lot of backtracking.
- It has one cool gimmick and then feels like a game you have already experienced.
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Blasphemous:
Developer: The Game Kitchen
Publisher: Team17
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Graphics - 9/109/10
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Sound - 9/109/10
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Accessibility - 8/108/10
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Length - 8/108/10
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Fun Factor - 8/108/10
Summary
The game boasts beautiful dark gothic pixel art graphics, creating a visually stunning experience. With a download size of 2.84 GB, it offers a platinum trophy and three save slots, catering to completionists and those who like to have multiple playthroughs. The Metroidvania gameplay is complemented by helpful “how to play” pop-ups and full touchscreen support, making it accessible to a wide range of players. The game incorporates Dark Souls-type mechanics, such as dropping items upon death, and features altar checkpoints where players can equip new items. The dark, twisted atmosphere is enhanced by hack-and-slash combat that requires learning enemy patterns, and some of the best animations seen in a game.
Traversal in the game is clever, with tricks like sticking your sword in the wall to jump and stab your way through levels. The map fills in as you play, revealing a game world dripping in Gothic architecture that is both disgustingly beautiful and disturbingly creepy. Vibrant locations and a wealth of lore and story to uncover, with every item having a page of lore, add depth to the experience. Big boss encounters and memorable characters make the game one that sticks with you long after you’ve played it. Despite the dark themes, the game is not overly gory, which is a plus for those who prefer less blood.
The 2D game world features animated backdrops, and the controls are easy to pick up and learn. Each weapon has its own unique fighting style, and there are many secrets and shortcuts to find and unlock. The game is challenging, as is typical for the genre, and requires reading pages of text to fully appreciate the lore. There is a lot to take in, with many layers to character creation, including beads, abilities, special abilities, and items. However, players can sometimes feel lost due to not-great breadcrumb trails and a lot of backtracking. While the game has one cool gimmick, it can sometimes feel like a game you’ve already experienced.
In summary, the game offers a rich, dark, and visually stunning experience with clever gameplay mechanics and a wealth of lore. While it has some drawbacks, such as feeling lost at times and repetitive elements, it remains a memorable and engaging game that leaves a lasting impression.
