The term Soulslike can loosely be defined as a game that is inspired by the popular Soulsborne series. For a game to qualify, it must have most of the mechanics and designs familiar to fans. However, as a Soulslike, games don’t necessarily have to strictly follow this formula.
Leading the way in sales and concurrent players, Elden Ring has been out since late February. Most players around the world have finished the game at least twice over and are looking for their next Souls fix. There are a ton of Souls-inspired games that are worth a look at until the next FromSoftware title comes out.
Some of these games are hidden gems that take a quirky approach to the Souls genre and some of them are just as challenging, if not more, than what inspired them. This list contains some of the best Soulslikes to get into in 2022.
An isometric 3D Soulslike, Death’s Doorcomes from a relatively obscure indie developer Acid Nerve and is published by Devolver Digital. The game follows the titular crow character as they are tasked with reaping the souls of the dead.
Death’s Door has all the common tropes one can find in a Soulslike game. Players have to make their way through puzzling levels and difficult enemies.
A giant emphasis on exploration is one of the major factors in defining Souls games. The combat system feels weighty and engaging. Players can dodge incoming attacks and adapt to different dangers on the go.
Death’s Door is one of the more linear games on this list. It follows a simple story with interesting characters and level design. The soundtrack provides a lot of flavor in terms of how the game looks and feels.
With an average playtime of over 10 hours, Death’s Door is a fun Soulslike experience that feels rewarding and
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