ScourgeBringer

ScourgeBringer

February 6, 2020

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From the developers of NeuroVoider, ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious entity wreaked havoc on all humanity, ScourgeBringer puts you in the shoes of the deadliest warrior of her clan: Kyhra. Help her to explore the unknown and slash her way …

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Alana Dunitz GameGrin Feb 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"A great looking, challenging rogue-like game with a crazy heavy metal soundtrack to pump you up. Some people may be turned off because of the high difficulty, but if you keep with it, you will find your skill level will …"

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Alex Legard Video Chums Feb 2020
60.0 /100

"ScourgeBringer is a fun but extremely difficult roguelike that&s;ll appeal to a very niche crowd. If you enjoy a soul-crushing challenge then go ahead but be warned; it&s;s one of the most frustratingly difficult games out there and it punishes …"

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Andrew Farrell SmashPad Feb 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

40.0

"ScourgeBringer has strong pixel visuals, extremely tight gameplay, and a high level of challenge. But a lack of variety limits its appeal."

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Chris Jarrard Shacknews Feb 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

55.0

"ScourgeBringer manages to work on the strength of its controls and the overall smoothness of its combat."

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Christian Donlan Eurogamer Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

74.0

"Kinetic action, beautiful, horrible pixel-art and a sense of place that stays with you - this is a dark treat."

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David Carcasole Wccftech Feb 2020
100.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

100.0

Story

70.0

"Like so many indies before it, rogeulike Scourgebringer has found its true home on the PlayStation Vita."

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David Lloyd NintendoWorldReport Feb 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"The beautiful artwork and sprites are complemented by terrific sound design that gets the heart pumping in a good way. Those looking for a challenge and have the patience to withstand countless deaths, all in the name of incremental improvement …"

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Daymon Trapold Hey Poor Player Feb 2020
80.0 /100

"Overall, ScourgeBringer is an immensely enjoyable game. Even your best run will be fairly short, so you can pick up and play anytime you feel like it. As light as it is on the story, it’s heavy on action and …"

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Elisha Deogracias GamingTrend Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

60.0

"While the less powerful Vita version of ScourgeBringer does have a few performance issues, this is a great way to get into the addictive roguelike. With some brilliant swordplay, gorgeous pixel art, and a great progression system, you should prepare …"

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Gabriele Barducci The Games Machine Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

60.0

"ScourgeBringer is a beautiful game, that combines an inspired pixel art with a very entertaining gameplay. Unfortunately, the limits of its low-budget nature tend to become apparent after a couple hours of play, when the poor variety starts to sink …"

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Grant E. Gaines Infinite Start Feb 2020
75.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

30.0

"ScourgeBringer is in a weird place where it&s;s a novel concept, it&s;s just a question of how it all comes together. There have been efforts to bridge the gap in difficulty, like making it more accessible, though it&s;s a fast-paced …"

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80.0 /100

"With glorious pixel art, engaging fighting sequences, and plenty of exploration, ScourgeBringer is an absolute treat for veterans of the roguelite genre who want some punishing pixel art play."

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Issa Maki VGChartz Feb 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

63.0

"It almost feels like nitpicking to find flaws in ScourgeBringer, as it has an answer for almost anything that might be a problem."

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Jake Hill Feb 2020
82.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

35.0

"Still though, I never complained about character development when I was playing Sunset Riders on that emulator. I played it a zillion times, trying to beat the next boss or get a high score. That game could entertain me for …"

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James Luff LadiesGamers.com Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

65.0

"Scourgebringer is a challenging rogue lite with fun gameplay. The mix of sword play and air dashing makes for an entertaining mix of gameplay to be enjoyed by rogue lite fans. If you’ve ever been scared away by the difficulty …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

40.0

"There’s something about ScourgeBringer that deep down brings back my nostalgia for being in an arcade, pumping quarters into a game that consistently kicks my butt yet still puts a smile on my face..."

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Kieran Toovey GotGame Feb 2020
85.0 /100

"ScourgeBringer is a worthwhile addition to the genre and worthy of your time. It finds the right balance with its challenge, but players can scale it down if needed. The game can also get repetitive due to its fixed bosses …"

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Kyle LeClair Hardcore Gamer Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

40.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

40.0

"ScourgeBringer is an addictive experience that delivers terrific arcade-style gameplay."

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Kyle Nicol WayTooManyGames Feb 2020
65.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

35.0

"ScourgeBringer is a roguelike in an overly saturated genre and it does just enough to make it worth a look. Whilst it didn’t grab my attention for too long, it’s still a worthwhile game. The fast paced combat is smooth …"

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80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

80.0

"ScourgeBringer offers players an engaging roguelike challenge that will be a joy to play for fans of the genre. With its tight controls, beautiful graphics, and thrilling combat, ScourgeBringer is sure to keep you on your toes throughout a run."

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Max Fagandini Gamepur Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"Take the future of Earth into your own hands and venture into the ScourgeBringer, a mysterious floating tower full of fast-paced hack-and-slash action and enigmatic secrets. The fate of the world hangs in the balance, and not even death will …"

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Mick Fraser God is a Geek Feb 2020
85.0 /100

"For fans of the genre, ScourgeBringer is an absolute must-play though, if only because it offers such a steep challenge to accompany those lovely, lovely visuals. It may not be the most original concept, but what it does it does …"

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Nicholas Wagner Nintendo Blast Feb 2020
85.0 /100

"With a well elaborated artistic set, ScourgeBringer becomes one of the best roguelites available today. It tries to slowly reward players and is ideal for those who have more patience for trial and error mechanics. After a period of early …"

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PJ O&s;Reilly God is a Geek Feb 2020
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

70.0

"ScourgeBringer is a wonderfully slick and addictive roguelite adventure that flings its players headlong into non-stop frenetic combat and never lets up. This is an unapologetically tough game and if you struggle with the constant repetition and death inherent in …"

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Reuben Mount TheSixthAxis Feb 2020
70.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

20.0

"ScourgeBringer has a mostly enjoyable flow to it and some great visuals, if you can see them in the chaos. However, it&s;s joining the cavalcade of roguelites around at the moment, and brings little new to the table, outside of …"

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Rhuan Bastos Rodrigues Nintendo Blast Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"Betting on a frantic combat system and extremely accurate gameplay, Scourgebringer offers one of the most stylish and addictive games in the Switch indies catalog. Flying Oak Games&s; roguelike also shines in terms of accessibility and soundtrack, but sins a …"

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Richard Seagrave GameSpew Feb 2020
90.0 /100

"There seems to have been a number of brilliant Rogue-likes released in the last few months, and ScourgeBringer is among the best of them. Its retro-styled visuals may not be to everyone’s tastes, but everything moves at such a quick …"

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Richard York Chalgyr&s;s Game Room Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

30.0

"Overall, Scourgebringer is a wonderful addition to the world of rogue lite games. It has a wonderful fast-paced feeling to it that makes those who want more action to take it speedier, while you still have the option to slow …"

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Sebastian Hawden PlayStation Universe Feb 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

70.0

"Hard as nails, beautiful and rewarding. ScourgeBringer may take some work to adapt to but it is well worth the time and effort required. The combat is poetry in motion and you always feel you are progressing, albeit, at times, …"

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Steven Green CGMagazine Feb 2020
85.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"ScourgeBringer offers everything you&s;d want from a roguelite experience. Fast-paced gameplay, amazing visuals and soundtrack, and understandable systems round out a truly enjoyable experience. Some button-heavy combat and hardcore difficulty aren&s;t enough to damper the fun to be had in …"

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Thomas Pillon Gameblog Feb 2020
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

60.0

"As expected, ScourgeBringer is a well-balanced and dynamic Rogue-lite. Thanks to a fast-paced action and a complete set of moves, Kyhra&s;s adventure through this sometime repetitive but nervous environment makes us want to go for another run almost everytime."

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