Saros

""Come back stronger," has been pitched as the core ethos Saros wants to instil within you - and Housemarque absolutely did."

"Saros is a magnificent evolution of Returnal, knowing that downsizing is an improvement in some aspects. Gameplay-wise, it&s;s a well-oiled machine, combined with a very particular tone, narrative, and story. It&s;s one of those unique works that feels special no …"

"Saros is an utterly sizzling romp through a sci-fi cosmic horror show that showcases Housemarque’s pedigree for spectacular, arcade action. Not only is Saros a user-friendly evolution of Returnal&s;s core systems, which were already near-perfection, but it’s an exceptional, technical …"

"Housemarque follows up Returnal with PS5 exclusive Saros, another wildly entertaining and action-packed third-person shooter."

"A surprisingly conservative follow-up to Returnal but the transcendent third person action is so well orchestrated that qualms about the storytelling and lack of innovation seem like only minor concerns in comparison."

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"Saros is a confirmation of the talent and skill of the team at Housemarque, delivering a highly accessible action roguelite that is by no means easy. Both the aesthetic and narrative aspects are outstanding, and the game places the pure …"

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"I will never dislike a game that looks this good and plays this well. But the lessons that Housemarque learned from Returnal resulted in a game that is less than the sum of its parts."

"Some of the later boss fights are magnificent in their cinematic splendor."

"A blistering, rapid-fire epic without peer, Saros confidently delivers a dual masterclass in third-person shooter design and roguelike sensibilities all wrapped in a delectable veneer that elevates it to one of the best looking games on PlayStation 5. To quote …"

"Even with those caveats, Saros is a confident evolution of Housemarque’s formula and a compelling experience from start to finish. It may not carry the same punishing edge as Returnal, but what it gains in accessibility and progression makes it …"

"Saros is a bold, confident realisation of 30 years of Housemarque. It builds on the mystery and exceptional gameplay of Returnal with an excellent lead performance, and changes to the formula mean even more players will come to realise that …"

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"As a fast-firing spaceman, one minute you&s;re invincible, the next you&s;re dead – with every battle like watching a firework show through a kaleidoscope"

"Saros’ biggest shortcoming is that I was not as emotionally invested in its narrative and characters as I hoped to be. The plight of team Echelon IV did not move me, but I was fascinated by the abrasive world, the …"

"Housemarque&s;s newest roguelite is ultimately a safer counterpart."

"Saros is a game that knows what it wants to be from the first second, and it shows in every design choice: the Eclipse system, the permanent progression, the shorter runs, the shield that turns threats into resources."

"As expected, SAROS stands out as a worthy spiritual successor to Returnal, and even more so. Far from resting on its laurels, Housemarque has successfully built upon the solid foundation of its previous title to deliver an epic adventure, enhanced …"

"Saros tries at an interesting and ambitious story it isn&s;t always able to effectively tell, but Housemarque has once again proved that its bullet-hell sensibilities mesh incredibly well with fluid and challenging action."

"SAROS delivers Housemarque’s best-in-class gameplay, backed by a genuinely intriguing narrative and a unique world. But it’s lacking polish, with performance and optimisation issues that are impossible to ignore for a game so reliant on precision."

"Saros is an incredible step up over Returnal in every way imaginable. The rogue-lite progression and quality-of-life improvements are great, but it&s;s the more complex bullet-hell system, bolstered by a compelling world and some masterful level design, that truly elevates …"

"Saros is a phenomenal game that flips Housemarque&s;s roguelite formula on its head and improves upon its spiritual predecessor in every conceivable way."

"Saros&s; narrative often feels at odds with the kind of experience it wants to be, but there&s;s no denying this is another top-tier action game from Housemarque."

"Saros is Housemarque&s;s ultimate creation; the culmination of years of hard work and experimentation. Returnal is Game of the Year quality, no doubt. But Saros has taken what Returnal offered and refined it, only adding to the formula until the …"

"A hallmark of excellence. There may be flaws, but they are negligible and won&s;t cause massive damage. From top to bottom, Saros exudes triple-A excellence with stunning visuals, expert sound design, and some of the most tightly-crafted third-person action gameplay …"

"Speaking as a fan of Returnal, Saros brought me hours and hours of fantastic fun; I couldn’t get enough of the beauty of this dark world. The game’s biggest problem is its simplified and safe approach; there isn’t enough originality …"

"Saros builds on the excellence of Returnal, furthering Housemarque&s;s blend of third-person action, bullet hell and roguelite with a more broadly told and ambitious story, a subtly more accessible path for newcomers, and still plenty of challenge for those that …"

"Saros is a brilliant third-person shooter that takes what worked in Returnal and streamlines it for an even smoother game without diluting the fun. The core gameplay is the star attraction; complex yet intuitive, and a perfectly judged challenge that&s;s …"

"Saros stands tall as a bold evolution for Housemarque, proving the studio wasn’t content with simply recreating the magic of Returnal."

"Saros pushes the envelope on multiple fronts, changing the roguelike genre in ways that&s;s more player-friendly than ever while taking advantage of the PS5&s;s DualSense controller in novel fashions. It&s;s near perfect in several ways, even if its story lacks …"

"It feels like one big adventure, and you’re only privy to one piece at a time. Delving into the depths of a foreign planet would usually be off-putting to me as a cozy gamer, but the world of Carcosa drew …"

"SAROS carries that torch and expands on the formula to new heights, introducing an entire ensemble cast of characters that push the narrative further as players unravel the mystery on a new alien planet, Carcosa."