Selfloss

Release Date: September 5, 2024

Adventure, RPG elements, a fairy tale, indie games, action adventure, Slavic mythology, singleplayer

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An adventure game with RPG elements, which takes us to a world inspired by Russian and Icelandic legends. In Selfloss we play the role of an old man who sets off on a journey through a mysterious land, helping those in need and trying to heal his wounded soul.

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7.0

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Game is Recomended by 44% of Critics. There are 10 Critic Reviews.

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Impulsegamer: 4 / 5 by Richard Banks

Kazimir's journey handles topics like loss, and the frailty of humankind and nature, with such sincerity that makes Selfloss a journey worth shedding a tear or two for.

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Nindie Spotlight: 8.1 / 10 by Justin Nation

Undeniably has a unique style and story, though mechanically it’s a bit on the creaky side

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PlayStation Universe: 6.5 / 10 by Tony Colton

Showing a tonne of promise, Selfloss just fails to hit the landing in many places. With a lack of polish in some key areas, this one will leave you questioning what might have been.

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Selfloss is an adventure game with RPG elements, inspired by Russian and Icelandic legends and folk tales. It was created by an indie developer, Alexander Goodwin.

Plot

Selfloss is set in a fantasy world. It stars an old man, who one day heads out to help an unknown, wailing animal. His adventure leads him through a mysterious land full of puzzles and danger, inspired by Russian and Icelandic legends, eventually letting him heal his wounded soul.

Mechanics

Selfloss makes use of the top-down perspective. The game features many diverse locations to visit, including small settlements and ancient ruins; some are traversed on foot, others on a boat. The protagonist wields a magical, levitating staff which lights up the area around him and can be used to solve puzzles or defend him from danger. There are numerous traps to overcome and enemies to defeat in fast-paced battles.