Salt and Sanctuary: Drowned Tome Edition - Nintendo Switch

Everything about this game hits the right notes. The gruesome, dark graphics pull you into a world soaked in lore that's slowly unfurled before you. Exploration and experimentation are key. This game can be quite unforgiving, but never feels unfair (except for Spindlebeasts- they're jerks). I adore everything by the developers, and this may be their best work yet. I had purchased this game digitally, but when the physical version was announced, I had to snap it up for the map and other goodies. If you enjoy games like Hollow Knight or Dark Souls, or you like to conquer enemies that sear themselves into your memories, this is a must-buy.

If you like Dark Souls, Metroid, and Castlevania games you’ll love this game. Salt and Sanctuary is a beautiful 2D metroidvania Souls inspired game. Combat controls are crisp and concise, and just like dark souls combat is difficult but rewarding. The game has easily a 40-50+hr campaign/content. That’s about how long it took me to complete all hidden secret and main areas for my first co-op playthrough. Unfortunately Salt and Sanctuary does not offer online multiplayer but does do 2 player couch co-op which is fantastic. Again if you like dark souls, Metroid, or Castlevania style games then you’ll love this.

I was expecting a challenge, this game is maybe a bit too hard depending on what weapons you use. Unfortunately it is here, with the balance, where the game falters a bit. I suppose though it isn't much different from having different difficulty settings in other games. You want to play on easy? Choose heavy weapons that let you one-shot your enemies. Want more of a challenge? choose weaker weapons like knives and daggers, whose speed sadly doesn't make up for poor damage output. Still worth checking out though.

It's like official reviews highlight. It is like Dark Souls but in 2D. It makes for an excellent Metroidvania. Exploration is thrilling. Your never know what's behind next corner, it could be nice loot or a life-or-death fight. Controls response is tight so if you die it's on you. It's a very hard unforgiving game. You'll die a lot until you get it right. I did and I've beaten a couple of bosses in a one go. So be persistent.

Well worth the purchase - both the game and the publication. The game is really "Dark Souls 2d" and the developers nailed it. Keep finding myself drawn into playing this game. The publication is also very nice. The case includes inside art and it comes with a manual and a small poster. Considering other games might charge the same or more for a more bare-bones offering, this is a good deal

Prepare yourself for one of the greatest challenges and one of the best platform experiences of your gaming life. A well delivered story wrapped in some of the best 2D gameplay you'll experience. Now this is a challenge, the game expects you to play. But so long as you're not a so called games journalist, you should be ok. Get this game. You won't be disappointed.

As a big fan of Demon's/Dark Souls games, I always wanted to give this a try. It's basically a 2D version of Dark souls. Although the art style may be a bit of a turn off, I'm a big fan of it as it reminds me of older games. The combat is fluid, and there are many different styles to try in this game. I highly recommend this one!

Salt and the Sanctuary is a 2D plat-former, heavily inspired by the Dark Souls games. There have been many titles very similar to the Souls games created, and Salt and the Sanctuary was one of the first to do so. If you're a fan of the Souls games, or are looking for a challenging 2D title, give Salt and Sanctuary a spin.