Ultros has such an amazing art style and some of the best classical music in the genre, the gameplay and mystery slowly unravels over time to make a truly unforgettable experience.
Ultros is an instant classic. Not only is it an audio-visual masterpiece, but it layers new mechanics upon new mechanics, and never stops expanding and developing. The endgame reimagines what playing the game means, and makes the player see the map in a whole new light. The gameplay splices together elements of metroidvania, roguelike, and sandbox—and in doing so, it becomes something thrillingly unique. Bravo, chapeau, hats off, well done!
I call it 'Grateful Dead Cells'. It's artwork is very cool,. It's intricate, psychedelic, and very trippy. It also has the same gameplay feel as Dead Cells. A lot of love was poured into this game, highly recommended!
(MY SCORE : 8) Exciting Psychedelic Metroidvania game, with unique and strange and challenging areas!We become Ouji who are trapped inside the Cosmic Womb, namely The Sarcophagus! And trying to find a way out! However, due to the actions of an Ancient Demonic Creature called Ultros, who was hiding in the Sarcophagus, those who were there ended up trapped in an infinite Time Loop in an eternal black hole! Apart from having to face various monsters, namely Puppaluppa, PomPom, etc. Ouji must destroy 7 Pods, which will take him back to the Circle Time Loop. At the Sarcophagus, Ouji will also meet several people who have been trapped there for a long time. Among them is Gardner, whose hobby is caring for the plants in the Sarcophagus. Then Qualia, a mysterious figure who will be the ENDING BOSS in this game!There are a total of 8 circles to complete this game!
Fun and satisfying as far as difficulty level and progression, the tilt is more towards progression vs difficulty. The loop mechanic is well executed in terms of the story, yet I can't help but sigh a bit each time it's enacted. The art style, aesthetic, and overall vibe of the game is just right for some late night, relaxing game sessions. The story is a bit convoluted and "weird to be weird" after about 50% of the game. I will likely see this one through to the end, but don't see myself revisiting it after completion. Probably can count on a solid 10-20 hours of entertainment here, recommended for Metroidvania fans and fans of video games as art.
Summary ULTROS is a psychedelic metroidvania where you wake up stranded on The Sarcophagus — a cosmic uterus holding an ancient, demonic being. Trapped in the loop of a black hole, you will have to explore The Sarcophagus and meet its inhabitants to understand the part you play...