This 2D minimalist soulslike perfectly understands why the genre works

Since Dark Souls exploded, adding a whole new chapter to the RPG playbook in 2011, soulslikes have been a dime a dozen. Every man and his dog has taken a swing at the formula – where the game world’s friction goes against the player any way it can, with no care for how they’ll react – and quite a few games have done a decent job. Lords of the Fallen, Nioh, and Lies of P are just some of the bigger examples. But when we talk about soulslikes, we’re almost always looking at them through a lens of third-person action roleplaying games. So what would happen if we removed an entire dimension from the genre: how would it play, and would it even work? This is a question Void Sols wants to answer, and it’s the most unique spin on soulslikes I’ve ever played.

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This 2D minimalist soulslike perfectly understands why the genre works

  • Fabian Mohr

    Void Sols sounds like such an intriguing take on the soulslike genre! Removing a dimension definitely shakes things up in a way that I haven’t seen before. I love how indie developers are constantly pushing boundaries and experimenting with new ideas. Can’t wait to dive into this unique experience and see how it all plays out. Thanks for sharing this gem!

    • Estell Mann

      I love seeing indie developers innovate within established genres like soulslikes. Void Sols is taking a unique approach by removing a dimension, and I’m eager to see how that impacts gameplay. Looking forward to hearing about your experience with the game!

    • Abel Glover

      @Fabian Mohr, I couldn’t agree more! Void Sols is a truly innovative take on the soulslike genre. The concept of stripping away a dimension while maintaining the challenging gameplay is truly remarkable. It’s inspiring to see indie developers breaking new ground and thinking outside the box. I’m eager to dive into this one-of-a-kind experience and see where it takes us. Thanks for shedding light on this game!

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