Soulstice

 Xbox Series X
User Score
3.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 54 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 54
  3. Negative: 38 out of 54
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  1. kevin_alderberg
    Sep 22, 2022
    0
    fixed camera movement and unpredictable framings strike down Soulstice tragically. Exploration is hard with that unpredictable and unfriendly behaviour and you lose interest very soon in the game. Really horrible
  2. serialgamer
    Sep 22, 2022
    2
    it's just a flat imitation of Bayonetta and Devil May Cry with no soul, nothing new to the table, flat narration, messy combats and especially poor fixed camera choice
  3. Steyraus
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Awsome hack and slash game with a beautiful fixed camera perspective, similar to other great games from the past. The comparison flashy and addictive and the world is gorgeous...One of the best parts of the journey is the characters and story. I really got into the main character and her ghost sisters plight, the voice acting really shines here.. Great game that may end up overlookedAwsome hack and slash game with a beautiful fixed camera perspective, similar to other great games from the past. The comparison flashy and addictive and the world is gorgeous...One of the best parts of the journey is the characters and story. I really got into the main character and her ghost sisters plight, the voice acting really shines here.. Great game that may end up overlooked because its different to the 50 sont story games and Ubisoft grind fest.… Expand
  4. ArtofWEZ
    Sep 26, 2022
    10
    Offsetting complaints about the camera. Fixed Cameras allow for a lot more art direction that a smaller studio can handle.
  5. ElementalSoldie
    Sep 22, 2022
    10
    A very solid entry in the hack and slash arena. Gorgeous character design, tense combat, and a great story to boot. Soulstice also features a really cool dual-character mechanic with a fairly robust skill tree for one of the characters with no respec penalties, which is pretty nice when it comes to combat experimentation. Fans of the genre will not want to pass this up!
  6. Konradin
    Sep 22, 2022
    5
    Ich kann nicht verstehen, warum sie sich entschieden haben, die Kamera festzuhalten! Diese Entscheidung zerstörte die ganze Schönheit dieses Spiels. Sie können nur auf dem Bildschirm sehen, was diese dumme Kamera entscheidet! Sie verpassen schöne Details, Sie verpassen auch sehr häufig Beute wegen dieser albernen Kamera. Andere Dinge sind gut: Kampfstil, Grafik, Sounds, Gameplay. AberIch kann nicht verstehen, warum sie sich entschieden haben, die Kamera festzuhalten! Diese Entscheidung zerstörte die ganze Schönheit dieses Spiels. Sie können nur auf dem Bildschirm sehen, was diese dumme Kamera entscheidet! Sie verpassen schöne Details, Sie verpassen auch sehr häufig Beute wegen dieser albernen Kamera. Andere Dinge sind gut: Kampfstil, Grafik, Sounds, Gameplay. Aber dieses Kameraproblem macht meine Bewertung mit 2 Punkten niedrig… Expand
  7. CarterCritic
    Sep 22, 2022
    9
    The game, for how much it costs and what it offers (It is not made from a triple A and I don't remember they ever compared it to triple A games) it works, it is entertaining and it is visually beautiful. Clear has flaws but I don't think it's something that ruins the game.
    I liked it
  8. EpsilonEagle
    Sep 23, 2022
    10
    Personaggi ed ambientazioni ottimamente caratterizzati così come la storia che saprà conquistarvi. Gameplay divertente e solido con l'unica pecca delle inquadrature che a volte possono causare problemi. Stile anime spettacolare.
  9. raggaebone
    Sep 23, 2022
    0
    Camera is really annoying because most of the areas oblige you to play with fixed visual. The framings are from high distance most of the time and change quickly as soon as you reach the edge of the screen, so the result is constant headache! I don't recommend playing it, unless they solve the issue
  10. Duartecarvalho
    Sep 23, 2022
    0
    Acho impossível brincar com aquela câmera que não se move. É muito desconfortável e a cabeça dói. Uma atualização é urgentemente necessária para resolver o problema
  11. pascalbernard
    Sep 22, 2022
    3
    La caméra fixe a beaucoup gâché l'expérience de jeu. Non seulement cela rend très difficile l'exploration des scénarios de jeu, mais cela vous fera gravement mal à la tête. Vraiment dommage qu'ils ne s'en soient pas rendu compte avant de sortir le jeu
  12. nn121
    Sep 22, 2022
    9
    Great art style and amazing cinematics, it's a spectacles for eyes!
    Combat pace and camera management can be improved, but it's really satisfying slashing everything.
  13. LoFIKiwi
    Sep 25, 2022
    10
    People complaining about camera should stop playing hack n slash and go for casual puzzle games. Soulstice is super fun and reminds me of DMC. Visuals are stunning and audio's lit af
  14. ismailBaytar
    Sep 23, 2022
    0
    The year is 2022 and the crappy fixed camera system doesn't suit this game at all. I condemn the company for choosing such a promising game as stupidly camera pain
  15. Arkane7
    Sep 22, 2022
    2
    Some people compare this game to the Devil May Cry series, however it is very far from that. The main characters are arguably the worst part. They have no charisma and are written very poorly. The combat is repetitive and the graphics are merely serviceable. Sound is ok as is the enemy designs. However the game feels rushed with a some bugs. Perhaps this can be fixed with a patch. TheSome people compare this game to the Devil May Cry series, however it is very far from that. The main characters are arguably the worst part. They have no charisma and are written very poorly. The combat is repetitive and the graphics are merely serviceable. Sound is ok as is the enemy designs. However the game feels rushed with a some bugs. Perhaps this can be fixed with a patch. The camera is also one of the worst I've seen in an action game in recent years. Hope they can get these things fixed.… Expand
  16. rocco666123
    Oct 16, 2022
    2
    Camera control from hell. i played just one hour and really regret the buy. the camera made me just angry.
  17. Jackonson
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Heavily underrated. Who ever criticise it comparing it to DMC hasn’t beat the game. It’s a masterpiece and people are acting as if is a bland copy. The first 2 hours might be a bit stiff if you want every move immediately, but when it picks up it’s a blast. Must. Buy.
  18. Renatospada
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    After finishing the game I took time to think.
    The game certainly has some small technical problems (such as texture loading) but this is due to the fact that the product is not a triple A and the studio makes products of a completely different kind.
    So what can I say to those who want to try this game? I can tell him to absolutely give it a chance, because it shows that it is a product    After finishing the game I took time to think.
    The game certainly has some small technical problems (such as texture loading) but this is due to the fact that the product is not a triple A and the studio makes products of a completely different kind.
    So what can I say to those who want to try this game?
    I can tell him to absolutely give it a chance, because it shows that it is a product made with a lot of love and courage.
    You will surely get attached to the story and the gameplay will give you a good dose of joy and entertainment.
    Played on Serie X    … Expand
  19. MSHacks
    Feb 17, 2023
    9
    Camera is fine, game is fine. Nowhere near deserving of this negative review bombing. Bringing balance to the Force.

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#75 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2022
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#42 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2022

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Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Movies Games and Tech
    Jan 9, 2023
    75
    Soulstice is an interesting hack 'n slash title with a captivating plot. Focusing heavily on combat mechanics, the developers have delivered a slick and exciting adventure game. Furthermore, the excellent visuals and incredible audio help to set the scene.
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  2. Games.cz
    Oct 5, 2022
    60
    The developers of Soulstice are clearly overflowing with ideas - but they should ask themselves whether all of them are good. The fights could use some trimming of annoying features, the game as a whole tends to slip into boredom and predictability. Maybe next time!
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  3. XboxAddict
    Oct 5, 2022
    82
    Far from a perfect game, Soulstice feels like it has a soul and some heart. Made by a smaller studio you can absolutely see the Devil May Cry and Bayonetta influences, and while it may not hit that level quite yet, it’s a great homage regardless, a game that should be enjoyed by fans of the genre.
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