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Morbid: The Seven Acolytes

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, Xbox One • 2020

Should you play it?

Morbid: The Seven Acolytes is a Horrorpunk Action RPG filled with Lovecraftian horrors and Cronenbergian gore, making it the most gruesome take on the isometric Souls-like genre yet!

What works
  • Unique and immersive lovecraftian atmosphere
  • Beautiful pixel art and enemy design
  • Engaging boss fights
  • Variety of weapons and runes for customization
  • Solid combat mechanics with parry and dodge
Things to keep in mind
  • Repetitive and exploitable enemy ai
  • Limited weapon variety and upgrades
  • Lack of map accessibility and confusing navigation
  • Some clunky controls and hitbox issues
  • Short game length and limited replay value

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Morbid: The Seven Acolytes: 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 Expression, Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Value.

Why this game works

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