Salt and Sanctuary

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 399 Ratings

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  • Summary: Salt and Sanctuary casts you as a sailor shipwrecked on a strange, purgatorial island, insulated somehow against a backdrop of centuries-old worldwide perpetual war. What hope remains is isolated in Sanctuaries: protected dwellings where travelers band together under common creeds to takeSalt and Sanctuary casts you as a sailor shipwrecked on a strange, purgatorial island, insulated somehow against a backdrop of centuries-old worldwide perpetual war. What hope remains is isolated in Sanctuaries: protected dwellings where travelers band together under common creeds to take shelter from the hostile world outside.… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    May 18, 2016
    100
    This tribute to Souls series is built on the proven mechanics, but it extends them beyond the "original" universe. Thanks to jumping segments, it offers a tougher challenge, yet it is fair and fun as hell. [Issue#263]
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  2. We Got This Covered
    Mar 23, 2016
    90
    Ska Studios have done a fabulous job with Salt and Sanctuary, as the transition to 2D has created a more accessible game while also retaining all of the depth.
  3. COGconnected
    Apr 15, 2016
    90
    Salt & Sanctuary is a brilliant piece of work that apes the Dark Souls franchise in all the right ways while still cutting its own path.
  4. RPG Fan
    Mar 31, 2016
    85
    Imitation is the greatest form of flattery, but Salt and Sanctuary is truly inspired.
  5. Play UK
    May 17, 2016
    80
    A robust and rewarding Souls-like. We'd rather it deviated from its source material a little more but there's no denying what's in front of you is worth the price of admission. [Issue#269, p.84]
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  6. 3DJuegos
    Mar 22, 2016
    80
    Salt and Sanctuary doesn’t want to innovate and doesn’t deny its inspirations. But once you accept this fact, you’ll find a more than solid game, full of challenges and death. It’s basically Dark Souls in 2D.
  7. Edge Magazine
    Jun 7, 2016
    60
    Salt & Sanctuary can be brilliant, but it's held back by undersized visual design, both in UI and open play, making playing it from distance a pain. [June 2016, p.122]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 73 out of 93
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 93
  3. Negative: 8 out of 93
  1. chibistevo
    Mar 15, 2016
    10
    Just get it.

    Ignore the middle of the road reviews complaining about 'game identity' and other such nonsense. Anyone who says this game is    Just get it.

    Ignore the middle of the road reviews complaining about 'game identity' and other such nonsense. Anyone who says this game is a Souls rip off clearly has their eyes closed and brain lobotomised.

    S+S has its own identity; which is being thest Metroidvania since Aria of Sorrow.

    Notice how that sentence does not mention anything about Dark Souls.    … Expand
  2. tomthebomb420
    Mar 23, 2016
    10
    The graphics are satisfying and while the character model art style isn’t my favorite the environments are absolutely stunning. The controlsThe graphics are satisfying and while the character model art style isn’t my favorite the environments are absolutely stunning. The controls are tight and their mechanics expand on traditional 2d platforming in many ways.
    This is one of my favorite games of all time. 10/10    … Expand
  4. splinted
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    Quenches the souls/borne in my veins.

    To put it simply, this game is great. Talent tree, countless leveling up, transmutable gear, tough    Quenches the souls/borne in my veins.

    To put it simply, this game is great. Talent tree, countless leveling up, transmutable gear, tough boss fights, and beautiful art design. Soul/Borne, if you enjoyed Dark Souls or blood borne, this game is for you! I'll be streaming this game all week, come take a look. https://www.twitch.tv/splintedvibes    … Expand
  5. Sramus00
    Jul 5, 2018
    9
    Sure Salt & Sanctuary has that Dark Souls vibe, but it actually plays more like Castlevania. It's deep, pretty, intriguing and tough, but notSure Salt & Sanctuary has that Dark Souls vibe, but it actually plays more like Castlevania. It's deep, pretty, intriguing and tough, but not over the top tough like Dark Souls. I'd love to see more like this one. Definitely a hidden gem that is worth a play.… Expand
  6. robottoman
    Apr 17, 2016
    9
    Just finished this game for the first time, so good. I just had so much fun, even fell in love with the random art style by the end.Just finished this game for the first time, so good. I just had so much fun, even fell in love with the random art style by the end. Criticism that this game takes it's core mechanics from DS is completely justified, but that didn't bother me too much. The 2d and jumping adds a lot in terms of combat, exploration and platforming. I'd say the game plays like a Dark Souls Metroidvania - what more can you ask for for $20?… Expand
  7. devilhunter665
    Apr 29, 2017
    8
    If you are fan of Dark Souls & Metroidvania then you will enjoy this game .If you are fan of Dark Souls & Metroidvania then you will enjoy this game . .… Expand
  8. True_Reclaimer
    May 5, 2016
    0
    DO NOT BUY. No online multiplayer or PVP. 30 hours in and save file corrupted due to a known bug the dev chose not to fix. Was a pretty neatDO NOT BUY. No online multiplayer or PVP. 30 hours in and save file corrupted due to a known bug the dev chose not to fix. Was a pretty neat single player game up until that point but not anywhere close to Skas previous games. It lacks both the charm and 4 player online of Charlie Murder, and the finesse of Dishwasher. Save your money kids.… Expand

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