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Gods Will Fall

Jan 29, 2021 6 years ago
Type Base game 2021 Genres AdventureFightingHack and slash/Beat 'em up Companies Koch Media · Publisher · Deep Silver · Publisher · Clever Beans · Developer Follow Log in to follow

The gods’ torturous rule over humanity has lasted for millennia. Bent on cruelty and suffering, they demand to be served with blind worship through an oath of fealty pledged from every man, woman and child. To those who don't submit to the gods’ will; a slow and merciless death awaits.

What it’s like

Gods Will Fall delivers a visceral, high-stakes roguelike experience where you command eight Celtic warriors against a pantheon of ten cruel deities. The premise is straightforward: overthrow tyrannical gods who demand blind worship through brutal trials. However, the true strength lies in the emergent narrative generated by its combat and progression systems. Each run feels distinct due to randomized enemy tactics and dungeon layouts, creating intense, memorable moments of survival against overwhelming odds. The tone is gritty and desperate, emphasizing the fragility of life in a hostile fantasy world. While the plot itself serves primarily as motivation rather than deep lore, the character interactions during brief respite periods add emotional weight to every victory. The gameplay loop focuses on tactical hack-and-slash combat, requiring careful resource management and adaptation to unpredictable challenges. It offers a solid, challenging adventure for those who enjoy mastering difficult mechanics and witnessing the rise and fall of their team members across multiple attempts.

Strong in Difficulty / ChallengeProgression / ReplayabilityAtmosphere / MoodCharactersCombatGameplay / MechanicsPacing

Keep in mind The narrative is minimal and serves mostly as a backdrop for gameplay; do not expect deep lore or complex storytelling. · High difficulty and permadeath elements may frustrate players seeking a relaxed, casual experience.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, collectingasylum.com, metacritic.com, nintendolife.com, gamepressure.com, godisageek.com.

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PlatformRegionTypeDate
Nintendo Switch Worldwide Full release Jan 28, 20216 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Jan 28, 20216 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Jan 28, 20216 years ago
Google Stadia Worldwide Full release Jan 29, 20216 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Jan 29, 20216 years ago
Xbox Series X|S Worldwide Full release Jan 29, 20216 years ago

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