Zelda Fans With Xbox Game Pass Should Definitely Check Out Death's Door

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Xbox Game Pass has a ton of gems just waiting for subscribers to discover them. The service has an even mix of new AAA titles and indie games that may have flown under the radar, making it perfect for gamers with diverse interests. Likewise, Game Pass has its fair share of indie games that have received widespread recognition, as is the case with action-adventure game Death’s Door. The game won Best Indie Game at the Golden Joystick Awards last year among other accolades, so people may be well familiar with it. For those who aren’t, an indie gem awaits.

While it likely appeals to a broad market, Death’s Door may be of specific interest to fans of Nintendo games, and in particular fans of The Legend of Zelda. Since its launch, Death’s Door has been compared to a couple of games, including Dark Souls for its combat loop, but the more obvious comparison at first glance is Zelda. Death’s Door shares many similarities with the classic Nintendo series, which may help tide Zelda fans over until Breath of the Wild 2 is released later this year.

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Death’s Door is one of the latest offerings from indie publisher Devolver Digital, which has put out a number of acclaimed games over the years. Death’s Door was one of the highest-rated games of 2021 by various reviewers, and certainly a successful release for Devolver Digital. It gained a large audience despite launching as an Xbox console exclusive, as while Death’s Door has a charming aesthetic, it also has a fairly dark tone. The player takes control of a crow who essentially works as a grim reaper, claiming the souls of monsters not ready to depart from the living world. However, it soon becomes clear that a