Even those that require Lute’s Evocation field aren’t safe from the rapture. In this mode, you can’t use any items, but it allows Briar to dish out a lot of punishment to all enemies in her vicinity. Players can increase her parrying window, and radius of her fields, or even unlock synergy attacks that work in tandem with Briar’s abilities.īriar will also eventually unlock a transformation known as her “Rapture State.” It’s very similar to Dante’s “Devil Trigger” in that it will give Briar a huge boost to her combat abilities. Lute has multiple extensive skill trees, and unlocking each skill makes her an even tougher shield. Each weapon Briar gains access to has its own attacks that can be unlocked and such, earning players access to new combos. The better you perform, the higher the grade you earn.Īs you progress, you’ll earn materials needed for upgrading Briar and Lute, as well as unlock new weapons. After each encounter, which is signaled by enemies joining the fight with portals, players get graded for their performance. You make your way through linear missions with the occasional stroll off the beaten path (for challenge portals or important items) and fighting waves of enemies. Soulstice operates in ways similar to the Devil May Cry and Bayonetta games. Especially considering Soulstice starts off at the literal ending of the game, with Briar fighting tooth and nail against demonic forces. With everything being burned to the ground and all human life abandoning the city, it’s a nice way to expand the world. One thing I liked was that Lute has the ability to uncover “echoes” that open up a bit of lore leading up to the events of the game. There’s this genuine feeling of love between the two, which in my opinion, that relationship is actually elevated by the gameplay. The two will often engage in little conversations about their predicament or simply offer words of encouragement to each other. Briar and Lute have a cute relationship as well. It’s one of those tales that’s just as old as time, but it really doesn’t make it any less engaging. Briar’s tough, while Lute is meek, and some of the people you’ll meet just kind of treat them like crap, given their status as a Chimera. The story is engaging enough it’ll keep you moving forward, but the dialogue does feel generic. The reason why Briar, along with the spirit of her sister Lute, was sent to Ilden isn’t apparent but the two decide to dig deeper into the mystery surrounding the once proud city as they search for other Chimera who were sent before them. Ilden is in a state of decay, having been abandoned by its citizens following a demonic invasion. In Soulstice, you play as Briar, a Chimera, and Knight of the Ashen Blade, just as she docks her boat in Ilden. Platform: PC, PS4, PS5 (reviewed), Xbox One, Xbox Series Let’s take it from the top However, those need to make way for Briar and Lute the Chimera, who are attempting save the world, even if it hates them, in Soulstice by Reply Games Studio. Thankfully, there’s usually a god, devil hunter, umbra witch, etc., around when they go down. Soulstice is like Devil May Cry, but with a busted cameraĭemonic, world-ending invasions are a hell of a thing.
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