Apsulov: End of Gods similar games & best alternatives

Apsulov: End of Gods

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S • 2019

Should you play it?

In this future viking horror you awake in a sanctuary of steel and concrete, built to research and exploit the worlds of Yggdrasil, and to house an artifact, buried in the earth aeons ago.First person with a futuristic Norse mythology story. Horror adventure in the realms of Yggdrasil.

What works
  • Unique norse mythology and sci-fi setting
  • Immersive atmosphere and sound design
  • Engaging story and narrative
  • Well-optimized and polished indie game
  • Strategic stealth and limited combat mechanics
Things to keep in mind
  • Short game length
  • Some backtracking and repetitive areas
  • Limited enemy ai sophistication
  • Darkness can be frustrating for visibility
  • Minor voice acting and animation issues

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Hidden Gems

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Apsulov: End of Gods: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation.

Why this game works

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