Blasphemous

Blasphemous - Xbox One

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Blasphemous is a punishing action-platformer that combines the fast-paced, skilled combat of a hack-n-slash game with a deep and evocative narrative core, delivered through exploration of a huge universe comprised of non-linear levels. A foul curse has fallen upon the land of Cvstodia and all its inhabitants - it is simply known as The Miracle. Play as The Penitent One - a sole survivor of the massacre of the ‘Silent Sorrow’. Trapped in an endless cycle of death and rebirth, it’s down to...
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Rating: PEGI 18
Developer:
The Game Kitchen,
Publisher:
Team17,
Release date:
Genre: Single-player, Action, Adventure, Indies,
Recent Steam reviews: Very positive (792)
All Steam reviews: Very positive (17304)
User tags*: metroidvania souls-like pixel graphics dark fantasy gore 2d violent indie difficult action platformer adventure blood gothic horror lore-rich side scroller nudity Platformer ...

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Game features

Steam Deck Playable
Single-player

Description

Blasphemous is a punishing action-platformer that combines the fast-paced, skilled combat of a hack-n-slash game with a deep and evocative narrative core, delivered through exploration of a huge universe comprised of non-linear levels.

A foul curse has fallen upon the land of Cvstodia and all its inhabitants - it is simply known as The Miracle.

Play as The Penitent One - a sole survivor of the massacre of the ‘Silent Sorrow’. Trapped in an endless cycle of death and rebirth, it’s down to you to free the world from this terrible fate and reach the origin of your anguish.

Explore this nightmarish world of twisted religion and discover its many secrets hidden deep inside. Use devastating combos and brutal executions to smite the hordes of grotesque monsters and titanic bosses, who are all ready to rip your limbs off. Locate and equip relics, rosary beads and prayers that call on the powers of the heavens to aid you in your quest to break your eternal damnation.

Key Features:

Explore a Non-Linear World: Overcome fearsome enemies and deadly traps as you venture through a variety of different landscapes, and search for redemption in the dark gothic world of Cvstodia.

Brutal Combat: Release the power of Mea Culpa, a sword born from guilt itself, to slaughter your foes. Acquire devastating new combos and special moves as you purge all in your path.

Executions: Unleash your wrath and relish in the gory dismemberment of your adversaries - all in beautifully rendered, pixel-perfect execution animations.

Customise Your Build: Discover and equip Relics, Rosary Beads, Prayers and Sword Hearts to give you the new abilities and stat boosts you need to survive. Experiment with different combinations to suit your playstyle.

Epic Boss Battles: Hordes of gigantic, twisted creatures stand between you and your goal. Learn how they move, survive their devastating attacks and emerge victorious.

Unlock the Mysteries of Cvstodia: The world is full of tormented souls. Some offer you aid, some may ask for something in return. Uncover the stories and fates of these tortured characters to gain rewards and a deeper understanding of the dark world you inhabit.

Reviews

10
Game review score based on 109 reviews, all languages included

Recent reviews

If you like a super difficult 2D side scroller this is your game.
  • This is really difficult
  • This is also really difficult
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BEST GAME EVER !!!!

JUST BUY IT AND START PLAYING !!!!.....
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one of the best 2d games ive played so far
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Amazing soulsvania :D
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Great game, if you like souls like metroidvanias.
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Really good game
  • Graphic style
  • Music
  • Gameplay
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BEST GAME BUY THIS
  • EVERYTHING
  • ART
  • MUSIC
  • NOTHING
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Excellent Metroidvania, SO MUCH content, gorgeous art... Nearly perfect !
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Loved it. The game desing and art style are perfect. I like the story although it's a little hard to understan on the first run, also maybe I missed some things but at several points I wasn't sure what to do next and had to check out a guide.

I love all the references, the worldbuilding, how the religion and npc-s are stuctured. I couldn't reccomend it more then I already do! Can't wait to try out the second game. I didn't try the dlc yet tho.

I haven't payed much mind about the music and ost, but they're not really relevant or meaningfull (as others games, like for example hollow knight have), but it's nice.

All in all I'd give it a 10 just because I'm a really bad critic lol, more realistically for the average player it's absolutely a solid 7.5/10!
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Blasphemous offers a dark, atmospheric experience that combines challenging gameplay with rich, gothic storytelling. Set in the cursed land of Cvstodia, the game immerses you in a world steeped in religious horror and elaborate lore. The Metroidvania-style exploration is both rewarding and punishing, with intricate level design and a vast array of interconnected areas. The combat is precise and demanding, requiring skillful use of weapons and abilities to overcome a variety of grotesque enemies and formidable bosses. The hand-drawn art style and haunting soundtrack enhance the game’s oppressive and unsettling atmosphere. With its blend of tough, satisfying combat and deep, immersive world-building, Blasphemous is a standout for fans of challenging action-platformers and dark fantasy.
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Visually and artistically stunning. The gameplay is great and the difficulty of it its in the perfect point between motivating and frustrating. Its got an amazing twist that makes it an amazing experience. Would 10000% recommend!
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nothing to say, the game is really a piece of art... the way they incarnate the word "blaphemous" in every way possible is amazing and they really stick to that consept in every little detail they add
  • art style
  • map connection / shortcuts
  • boss designs
  • a little confusion from time to time (to where should i go)
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This game is great fun. Feels good to play a retro-style game that is actually good and not garbage coated in nostalgia. It can be a little tough but it's a very nice challenge. The artstyle is also very nice and creative.
  • Price
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For a meotridvania fans i really recommend this game it has great art, nice enemies and bossed the lore is very good and if it is very cheap on insta gaming dont hesitate .....................................
  • hack and slash
  • amazing pixel art
  • good lore
  • no cons
  • no cons
  • no cons
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Metroidvania - Middle Ages Catholicism Edition with FANTASTIC pixel art, an impressive soundtrack and intricate worldbuilding. Gameplay is very uninspired, but does the job to get your attention to what truly matters.

9/10 would die to spikes again.
  • Fantastic pixel art.
  • Impressive soundtrack.
  • Metroid-vania gameplay with simple, fun mechanics.
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Simply amazing. The concept alone behind this game is genius: metroidvania, souls like and inquisition/blasphemy all at the same time in a very grim atmosphere? Simply spot on.

If I had to make a paragon, I'd say the gameplay feels very similar to Hollow Knight, although there are many subtle differences in movement and combat that distinguish it as unique and original.

Doesn't take too long to finish if you're not really concerned about the side quests and stuff, although you should, beacause there are hidden gems of bosses and areas if you explore a bit.

Overall a great experience, would recommend to any dark corrupted world metroidvania enjoyer who also aims for a challenging experience while not being painfully difficult.

A solid 9.5/10, would buy again.
  • Graphic and world. Pixel art is exeptional
  • Atmosphere and story, they stuck with me in a very unique way
  • Combat system, simple and enjoyable throughout the whole game
  • Can be very frustrating at times
  • Couple of BS bosses and areas, but nothing major
  • Lots of backtracking and running around until you unlock checkpoint warps
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