More of a 2.75 to be honest, but whatever. It's a really boring start but it expands into one of the largest and expansive metroidvanias to date with some simple but satisfying combat and a somber atmosphere to drive it home. I think the souls mechanics of losing your money and whatnot is pretty hamfisted though, and exploration is not nearly rewarding enough. Like, I just went through hell for 20 coins or lore? Come on.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2020


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