Sundered: Eldritch Edition
Release Date: July 28, 2017
A two-dimensional metroidvania action game developed by independent studio Thunder Lotus Games – the producer of the warmly-received Jotun. In Sundered, the player assumes the role of a wanderer who travels through a ruined, post-apocalyptic world.
Sundered for PC and PS4 is another independent game developed by Thunder Lotus Games. The studio’s debut project – Jotun – was warmly received by the players. Because of that, the developers decided to use some of its features, such as the hand drawn graphics, in the metroidvania subgenre.
In Sundered for PC and PS4 the player assumes the role of Eshe – a wanderer who travels through the ruined, post-apocalyptic world. The story is an important part of the game because the price for character development is protagonist’s humanity. The decisions about what powers will Eshe obtain will determine which of a few available endings will the player see.
The locations the player will visit mostly consist of complicated cave complexes and underground tunnels. The locations are procedurally generated. Thanks to that each new playthrough offers slightly different experience. The protagonist is not only collecting equipment that gradually becomes better, but he develops abilities and gains energy from ancient artifacts as well. This process provides him with access to previously locked places and enables him to face stronger opponents.
The battle is one of the pillars of the gameplay of Sundered. The player will encounter various enemies. In addition to regular, rather easy to defeat adversaries, sometimes the player will face bosses as well. They are of great size and are resistant to various attacks – the key to defeating them is to develop proper tactics and to utilize the wide variety of offensive possibilities.
Sundered for PC and PS4 has two-dimensional, hand drawn graphics. Their style is similar to the one used in titles like Jotun and The Banner Saga. The visuals of the game are of very high quality and their detailed enemy models and location designs are indeed impressive. The title also has music composed exclusively for the game.
Platforms:
PC Windows July 28, 2017
PlayStation 4 July 28, 2017
Xbox One December 21, 2018
Nintendo Switch December 21, 2018
Developer: Thunder Lotus Games
Publisher: Thunder Lotus Games
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Sundered is another title that you can get for free from Epic Games Store. The game is a dynamic metroidvania from the devs of Jotun. It captivates, among other things, with its hand-drawn graphics and a brilliant atmosphere. The promotion will end on January 16.
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System Requirements for Sundered Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 256 MB GeForce 8600 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 7.
Game Ratings for Sundered Video Game.
DualShockers: 9.5 / 10 by Azario Lopez
The story of Eshe is confusing and mysterious. Throughout the game there are many questions to be asked about what her goal is or how she feels about her unfortunate predicament. However, these questions fade as the drive to fulfill Eshe's unspeakable goal consumed me. I didn't care why she was doing it, I just knew that it must be important enough to put up with all of this to obtain it and that was enough for me. Parts of me wish Sundered never ended, but I was satisfied with the conclusion which made me look back at the choices I made and wonder: if I did it again again, would I embrace or resist this power?
IGN: 7.8 / 10 by Leif Johnson
Sundered takes the 2D Metroidvania platforming formula augments it with some successful ideas that all but reward you for dying. Its procedurally generated levels are hit and miss, as the dynamic parts come off as bland in comparison to Sundered's impressive hand-drawn areas and epic boss fights. In addition, its randomly appearing enemy hordes sometimes lead it to devolve into mere button mashing and random deaths, but the knowledge that I'll come back a little stronger each time makes it hurt less.
Fextralife: 8.5 / 10
Sundered is an overall excellent entry into the Metroidvania genre and should be a strong consideration for fans of this style. The cycle of exploration devolving into button mashing (then death) could be frustrating for some, and stands as the largest blemish in the title. However, outstanding presentation and a compelling world highlight Thunder Lotus' vision. Memorable bosses and a narrative embedded in the deepest corners of the game create a very satisfying experience.
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