Armatus

Counterplay Games is an American development team that has previously attempted to create a new subgenre (looter slasher) with the game titled Godfall. Armatus described here is their next project. This time we are dealing with a shooter featuring roguelite elements and set in post-apocalyptic Paris.

Gameplay

In Armatus the action is viewed from a third-person perspective (TPP).

Combat

During the game we explore the so-called Scoured Path and face demons lurking around. Engaging in dynamic fights is the main attraction here. We eliminate monsters using firearms (such as shotguns or submachine guns), keeping adversaries at a distance, or using a scythe if we prefer melee combat (or are forced into it).

Character development

As we progress, we develop our character by unlocking celestial abilities and passive upgrades, and by gathering increasingly better equipment. It's up to us whether we specialize in area attacks, make use of supernatural skills, or focus on firearms. Individual abilities can be upgraded, modified, and mixed to create deadly combinations.

Death and its consequences

The situation is complicated by the fact that after death, we start the entire journey almost from scratch. Almost, because the currency we've collected and selected upgrades remain with us across subsequent attempts.