The End Times have arrived in Sancticide, the new melee-focused action RPG from Red Square Games and Sylen Studio, now available in Steam Early Access. Set in a grim, biblical apocalypse, the game puts players in the shoes of Ezechiel, a Sin Collector tasked with purging humanity’s final sins for “Them at The Top.”
A Unique Take on the Apocalypse
Drawing inspiration from the Polish book series Komornik by Michał Gołkowski, Sancticide offers a haunting vision of a world teetering on the edge of collapse. Unlike traditional doomsday tales, this apocalypse is less about fiery explosions and more about moral decay and existential despair. As Ezechiel, players must navigate this crumbling world while grappling with their role as both enforcer and pawn in a divine hierarchy.
The game blends old-school arena fighter mechanics with modern third-person action gameplay. Combat is fast-paced and tactical, requiring players to master spatial awareness and environmental manipulation. Whether wielding sacred weapons or unholy gear, every encounter challenges you to adapt and survive.
Key Features to Watch
- Dynamic Combat: A mix of melee-focused battles and roguelite progression ensures no two runs are the same.
- Kosher System: A morality-based mechanic that influences quests, NPC interactions, and even map access based on whether items are deemed “Kosher” or “Unkosher.”
- Purple Powers: Unleash supernatural abilities to manipulate time, space, and perception during combat.
- Apocalyptic Setting: Explore a world steeped in biblical themes, where every decision carries weight.
Sancticide is designed to evolve during its Early Access period, with developers actively seeking community feedback to refine the experience. If you’re into challenging action RPGs with a unique narrative twist, this one might be worth keeping an eye on.
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