Below

Release Date: December 14, 2018

RPG, fantasy, roguelike, isometric view, 2D, indie games, action RPG, singleplayer

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A roguelike game developed by the independent studio Capybara Games (the authors of Critter Crunch, Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes and Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery). Below takes place on a mysterious island, the dungeons of which are filled with secrets and unknown technologies. The player assumes the role of a brave man who goes deep into the island armed only with a sword, a shield, a torch, and the curiosity that pushes him forward.

Below for PC and XONE is a roguelike game developed by independent studio Capybara Games, the authors of such games like Critter Crunch, Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes and Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery.

The game takes place on a mysterious island, which the player thoroughly explores. While doing so he will find secrets, dark caverns and hostile creatures. The artistic visuals of the world of Below are impressive from the first moment.

Below for PC and XONE has specific graphics style similar to the previous project of the studio – the Sword & Sworcery. However, this time the developers decided not to use pixel art, and instead the game has much more detailed graphics, quite similar to the Journey but with more toned colors. Great vistas are the biggest advantage of the visuals of Below.

The intriguing music that greatly fits the specific atmosphere of the island was composed by Jim Guthrie. In the past, the Canadian artist created, among others, the soundtrack for Sword & Sworcery, the previous game developed by Capybara Games.

Last updated on April 13, 2016

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[1:43] Below Special Edition trailer

[1:52] Below launch trailer

7.0

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Game is Recomended by 40% of Critics. There are 59 Critic Reviews.

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Push Square: 6 / 10 by Graham Banas

We found ourselves constantly craving more information, only for Below to not provide it.

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TheSixthAxis: 9 / 10 by Thomas Hughes

Below is a unique experience that blends some of the most popular gameplay mechanics seen this generation into a hauntingly beautiful and ferocious journey of death, redemption and survival. Even with the new Explore Mode making the game more accessible, Below's obtuse nature won't be to everyone's tastes, but the process of discovering and mastering the game's numerous systems is a vastly enjoyable one.

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Shacknews: 6 / 10 by Charles Singletary

There's a fun and challenging experience down in the depths of Below, especially in the very lowest levels. Unfortunately, the cumbersome design will turn players away and keep the game's treasures hidden forever.

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