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Sundered®: Eldritch Edition

Mac, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, Linux, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S • 2017

Should you play it?

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

What works
  • Beautiful hand-drawn art and animation
  • Fluid and satisfying combat system
  • Multiple endings and replayability
  • Engaging boss fights
  • Atmospheric sound design and music
Things to keep in mind
  • Some grind required for upgrades
  • Procedural map sections can feel repetitive
  • Horde mechanics may overwhelm some players
  • Story is minimal and subtle
  • Camera and controls can be awkward at times

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Sundered®: Eldritch Edition: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Survival, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Fellowship. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

Why this game works

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