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PERISH

Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 • 2023

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Quick resume

PERISH is a stylish 1-4 player FPS with a cross to bear. Slay hordes of creatures on the black sands of Purgatory and sell their gold-stained corpses to craven priests. Kill magnificent bosses and use the proceeds to gain entrance to Elysium, a place of cosmic revelations.

Global score

72/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Shooter

Pros

  • Engaging and challenging combat
  • Strong cooperative multiplayer
  • Immersive greek mythology setting
  • Satisfying progression and unlocks
  • Active and responsive developers

Cons

  • Repetitive map layouts and objectives
  • Some bugs and crashes reported
  • Enemy spawn mechanics can be frustrating
  • Limited weapon variety impact beyond daggers
  • No sprint and some clunky controls

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players can choose weapons, upgrades, and cards to customize their playstyle, though some progression elements are fixed."

  • Competence
    4

    "Game offers challenging combat requiring skillful dodging, blocking, and weapon mastery; players report satisfying progression and skill development."

  • Competition
    1

    "Includes leaderboards and co-op multiplayer, but competition is not the main focus; more about personal and group progression."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Players engage in repeated runs with progression persistence, showing strong motivation to keep playing despite some bugs."

  • Cooperation
    4

    "Co-op multiplayer up to 4 players is a highlight, with teamwork emphasized; many reviews praise playing with friends."

  • Creativity
    2

    "Players can customize builds via weapon upgrades, cards, and equipment, but map layouts and objectives are mostly static."

  • Domination
    -3

    "Emphasis on cooperative play and shared progression; no evidence of dominating or controlling others aggressively."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a challenging, immersive fantasy experience to escape real life, supported by atmospheric setting and music."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and challenge, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Players try different weapons, cards, and builds; however, map and objective variety is limited, reducing novelty."

  • Exploration
    1

    "Some secrets and lore encourage exploration, but maps are static and repeated, limiting discovery."

  • Expression
    2

    "Players customize weapons and builds, but no mention of avatar or environment personalization."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "Strongly themed around Greek mythology and underworld fantasy, with imaginative enemies, weapons, and setting."

  • Fellowship
    4

    "Community and multiplayer cooperation are important; players enjoy shared experiences and social interaction."

  • Growth
    4

    "Players develop skills, learn enemy patterns, and improve through repeated runs and unlocks."

  • Health
    -4

    "Game is a sedentary FPS experience with no physical activity elements."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires active focus and continuous engagement due to fast-paced combat and enemy spawns."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Some social interaction in co-op, but no evidence of close emotional relationships or intimacy."

  • Leadership
    -2

    "Players cooperate without strong leadership roles; teamwork is balanced and shared."

  • Progression
    5

    "Strong progression system with unlockable weapons, upgrades, and persistent currency motivates players."

  • Relaxation
    -1

    "Game is challenging and tense, with some players enjoying the thrill rather than relaxation."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable visual style, satisfying combat feedback, and metal soundtrack provide sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    1

    "Leaderboards and achievements exist but social recognition is not a major focus."

  • Story
    3

    "Lore and narrative elements exist and are appreciated, though gameplay is more action-focused."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Players plan builds, weapon choices, and tactics to overcome enemies and objectives."

  • Thrill
    4

    "Fast-paced combat, enemy spawns, and risk-reward mechanics create suspense and excitement."

  • Value
    3

    "Players feel the game offers good value for price, especially given the small development team and content."

  • Violence
    4

    "Combat involves melee and ranged attacks against enemies, with emphasis on destruction and combat."

  • Survival
    4

    "Players must avoid death and manage resources to progress through challenging levels."

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