Really fun game that focuses on gameplay and getting as strong as possible in as little time. All of the characters are completely different and unique from one another making it feel fresh whenever you unlock a new character. The items in the game are the main way of getting stronger and they all interact with one another that can help you create completely busted runs. For the most part, items have conditions that need to be fulfilled in order to receive the effects from them, making it so it’s more interesting when you are able to find items that fit together well, rather than if every item was simply a flat buff to stats. The biggest problem with the game is it’s very repetitive. After you know what all the items do and how to counter all the enemies, the game doesn’t have a lot left to show you, so if you aren’t interested in playing for the fun of it and simply to get better or get a god run, then it’s worth for you will probably run out at around 20-40 hours. But if you want an easy to load up game to kill some time and enjoy yourself, very few games can do it better.

Personal pick for GOTY 2023. Gameplay was fun and added something new to the souls formula with the legion arms and customizable weapons. The bosses were all unique and none of them were completely garbage, at worst being slightly annoying to deal with. Parrying felt satisfying and responsive and being able to play the game choosing to only parry or only dodge gives you more ways to tackle the enemy. The music was surprisingly good too and helped amplify the atmosphere the game was going for. The story was also very interesting with outstanding moments that stick out in your head. My only complaint with the game is that for certain enemies towards the late game, the health may be slightly over tuned and some enemies hit boxes are deceptive. Otherwise a truly fantastic game/experience that I couldn’t recommend enough.