- Publisher: Lillymo Games
- Release Date: Apr 20, 2026
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 4, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
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Apr 17, 2026With a fantastic foundation, but a ceiling that wasn’t quite reached, Saint Slayer is an excellent playing experience that will leave you wanting just a little bit more from it.
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Apr 26, 2026There's so much packed into Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege and as you progress, you'll be impressed with how much variety there is to enjoy.
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Apr 20, 2026Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege from developer Lillymo Games is a tip of the hat to an 8-bit era that featured fun side-scrolling adventure titles, while also sporting some rage-quitting encouragement through challenging gameplay. The devs brought that nostalgic gameplay to life on a modern console and delivered on promises of an 8-bit NES experience.
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Apr 17, 2026If you’re looking for Castlevania of 1987 through a new skin, this is the game for you. It sounds, looks, and feels fantastic to play; a perfect “port” of an old game to 2026. However, if you’re looking for an NES-style 2D platformer with retro gameplay, but expanded upon, this might disappoint, like adding sprinkles on your vanilla ice-cream.
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Apr 17, 2026But all in all, this game made us smile. If you have any fondness at all for early era Castlevania, then you should definitely give it a try.