There isn't really anything that hasn't been said about this game already. Seriously, it's an instant classic metroidvania, just a quarter-inch below Super Metroid and Symphony of the Night on the grand scale. I'd go so far as to say I like it more than Axiom Verge, mainly because of the world.

The world-building is what sets this game apart from its peers. You are an insect in a world filled with husks, other insects and beautiful gothic architecture, at some points deep underground in what looks like a post-apocalyptic, subterranean wasteland. At no point do you feel like "the one", overpowered insect. This game can be tough. Be prepared to learn enemy hit patterns, you canNOT just swing wildly - and this serves the same purpose of a Dark Souls: it gives the combat meaning, and it leaves you satisfied and happy with your progress. The bosses and NPCs are memorable. Plenty of worthy extra unlockables to extend game time. And on the subject of game time, there's plenty in the main quest to last you at least 8-10 hours, if not more if you'd like to explore extra areas and gather collectibles/power-ups.

It's been said before, but I'll add my voice to the chorus: if you're a platforming/metroidvania/side-scrolling exploration fan in any capacity, get this game.

There isn't really anything that hasn't been said about this game already. Seriously, it's an instant classic metroidvania, just a quarter-inch below Super Metroid and Symphony of the Night on the grand scale. I'd go so far as to say I like it more than Axiom Verge, mainly because of the world. The world-building is what sets this game apart from its peers. You are an insect in a world filled with husks, other insects and beautiful gothic architecture, at some points deep underground in what looks like a post-apocalyptic, subterranean wasteland. At no point do you feel like "the one", overpowered insect. This game can be tough. Be prepared to learn enemy hit patterns, you canNOT just swing wildly - and this serves the same purpose of a Dark Souls: it gives the combat meaning, and it leaves you satisfied and happy with your progress. The bosses and NPCs are memorable. Plenty of worthy extra unlockables to extend game time. And on the subject of game time, there's plenty in the main quest to last you at least 8-10 hours, if not more if you'd like to explore extra areas and gather collectibles/power-ups. It's been said before, but I'll add my voice to the chorus: if you're a platforming/metroidvania/side-scrolling exploration fan in any capacity, get this game.