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Valfaris - Heavy metal-inspired sci-fi action-platformer from the creator of Slain. Out now for Switch/PC! (PS4 Nov. 5-6th, XB1 Nov. 8th)
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My bad. The post refreshed late for me. Also someone needs to put that in the OP, too!
Yes, what I meant was that I jumped in blindly and based my purchase off of the pixel art only.
I look forward to reviews and other people's experience with the game.
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Really glad this is coming to switch as well. I enjoyed Slaine but this looks much more to my liking!!
Played the demo. Looks solid so far. Levels seem slightly improved over Slain's, with a better variety of encounters and a bit more verticality. The melee attack is nice in close combat, and I like the mix of lesser-but-infinite weapon and the more powerful-but-requires-energy artillery (and it's nice that melee hits can refill that energy too).
Visuals look great. Some of the best pixel art around. Look forward to the final release. :)
(Apologies for the Steam client compression on those screenshots)
Visuals look great. Some of the best pixel art around. Look forward to the final release. :)
(Apologies for the Steam client compression on those screenshots)
Played the demo recently. Got a full "Doom Troopers" vibe out of it, but of course... it plays much better than the SNES game.
Plays real smooth and progression through levels was super natural and fun.
The one thing i had problems with was changing between Shield and Gunfire, and sometimes the melee attack would overshoot and miss an enemy that i was rushing or that it was rushing me. Not real deal breakers tho.
Plays real smooth and progression through levels was super natural and fun.
The one thing i had problems with was changing between Shield and Gunfire, and sometimes the melee attack would overshoot and miss an enemy that i was rushing or that it was rushing me. Not real deal breakers tho.
Played the demo. Looks solid so far. Levels seem slightly improved over Slain's, with a better variety of encounters and a bit more verticality. The melee attack is nice in close combat, and I like the mix of lesser-but-infinite weapon and the more powerful-but-requires-energy artillery (and it's nice that melee hits can refill that energy too).
Visuals look great. Some of the best pixel art around. Look forward to the final release. :)
(Apologies for the Steam client compression on those screenshots)
Tilted pixels again? Wow, I can't stand that. :(
Did they somehow keep the riposte and counter from Slain? Half of the fun in the game came from the glorious counters and the fact you could send most projectiles back to the enemies.Played the demo. Looks solid so far. Levels seem slightly improved over Slain's, with a better variety of encounters and a bit more verticality. The melee attack is nice in close combat, and I like the mix of lesser-but-infinite weapon and the more powerful-but-requires-energy artillery (and it's nice that melee hits can refill that energy too).
Visuals look great. Some of the best pixel art around. Look forward to the final release. :)
(Apologies for the Steam client compression on those screenshots)
There's a fantastic new article up over at the Valfaris Steam Community, we've been working with a design studio to bring Therion's gun (the one used in the main Valfaris title screen/art work we put out) to life. I've attached a photo, but you can read the full story on how it's coming together here!
Make sure to join the Steam Community whilst there, we're gonna keep posting the updates as it's made!
(This is Matt holding a foam mock up, which was made to help get the exact sizing and ergonomics before working on the final version.)
As of now, the demo is still available on Steam, so make sure you go check it out and let us know your thoughts! All feedback gratefully received!
Make sure to join the Steam Community whilst there, we're gonna keep posting the updates as it's made!
(This is Matt holding a foam mock up, which was made to help get the exact sizing and ergonomics before working on the final version.)
As of now, the demo is still available on Steam, so make sure you go check it out and let us know your thoughts! All feedback gratefully received!
Thanks for the feedback man, it's been passed on! If you fancy chatting with the devs directly, feel free to join the Discord here - they're often found in the Valfaris section!
I've passed the question on, and will get back to you ASAP!
Slain: Back from Hell is one of my favourite games on PS4. I played through it again (twice) recently and I'm very much looking forward to Valfaris. But I had no idea it was releasing so soon. And now that I know, I wish I didn't, because it's only gonna make the wait worse!
But if we are doing questions Nicolas Rage ; is Valfaris going to get a physical release on PS4 like Slain did? I'm guessing Merge Games are up for it but in any case confirmation would be nice. Would it be day 1 or later? Bleh, I know I'll have to wait for an announcement anyway.. Just release the game soon please! But take your time! Heh..
But if we are doing questions Nicolas Rage ; is Valfaris going to get a physical release on PS4 like Slain did? I'm guessing Merge Games are up for it but in any case confirmation would be nice. Would it be day 1 or later? Bleh, I know I'll have to wait for an announcement anyway.. Just release the game soon please! But take your time! Heh..
Ahem...
:P
(I confirmed this from the dev himself in their Discord at the time)
WOW i am so buying this on the Switch! any physical release for it or just digital? its no issue if its digital only too. :)
Despite slain kicking my ass, and not even close to finishing it, I'm still getting this. Looks sick
I can´t find an OT thread for the game so i´m posting this here, I have just completed Slain back from hell and while i think the artstyle and pixel art are GORGEOUS (seriously, this really impressed with how good all those background look with all the particles/rain/snow/blood/fire etc) and the metal music and atmosphere are superb, i found the gameplay a bit too hard and unforgiving, i know the game is aiming for a hardcore and difficult experience but still:
-The combat system is a bit too simple for my taste, few attack types and combat options, somewhat clunky/slow movement, if for instance you get caught in the middle of 2 groups of enemies attacking at the same time from both sides you are fucked, also no health or magic upgrades at all, i loved the counter attack mechanic though.
-Too many instant deaths and cheap deaths for my liking, there are traps that kill you instantly scattered everywhere in the game, also some attacks from bosses kill you in one hit too, didn´t like that at all.
-Some checkpoints were too far from one another and you have to fight some hard series of enemies and avoid some bullshit sequences of instant death traps until you get to the next one, didn´t like that at all either (thank god that at least there is always a checkpoint before any boss encounter in the game).
-The ending was WTF level of nonsense : /
The game reminds me somewhat of Ghost and goblins and Ghouls and ghosts, you have to learn enemy patterns and enemy placement to survive, i don´t mind difficult games but the gameplay was too much trial and error for my taste, especially the traps, so for me the game was a 7, i hope Valfaris is better because i played the demo and the pixel art is godly in this game too, i just want the gameplay to be a little better this time and it would be perfect.
-The combat system is a bit too simple for my taste, few attack types and combat options, somewhat clunky/slow movement, if for instance you get caught in the middle of 2 groups of enemies attacking at the same time from both sides you are fucked, also no health or magic upgrades at all, i loved the counter attack mechanic though.
-Too many instant deaths and cheap deaths for my liking, there are traps that kill you instantly scattered everywhere in the game, also some attacks from bosses kill you in one hit too, didn´t like that at all.
-Some checkpoints were too far from one another and you have to fight some hard series of enemies and avoid some bullshit sequences of instant death traps until you get to the next one, didn´t like that at all either (thank god that at least there is always a checkpoint before any boss encounter in the game).
-The ending was WTF level of nonsense : /
The game reminds me somewhat of Ghost and goblins and Ghouls and ghosts, you have to learn enemy patterns and enemy placement to survive, i don´t mind difficult games but the gameplay was too much trial and error for my taste, especially the traps, so for me the game was a 7, i hope Valfaris is better because i played the demo and the pixel art is godly in this game too, i just want the gameplay to be a little better this time and it would be perfect.
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Glad you're enjoying it man!
There's some awesome shield tricks you can use in Valfaris to manipulate enemies attacks. Switch being on the defensive to full blown carnage, and give them a taste of their own medicine 👇
(Full article here.)
You know what this guy needs to do though? Make a fucking CRT filter that isn't hilariously, monstrously terrible for the game. Like IDK what he was doing, but that CRT filter in Slain was just plain ridiculous.
Damn, that looks so awesome. I'm not even into Metal but the music fits so well with the style and tone of the game.
Yeah lol
It's kinda sad how great Slain looked in screenshots and videos compared to how shitty was to actually play it. Hard to hold my breath to this one.
You can never escape the metal :P
As soon as the release date drops, I'll make sure to let you know.
Have you had a chance to try the demo as yet?
If you're on PC, it's still available on Steam, gives you a good chance to have a first hand play.
So true. Its the type of game I kinda live for, but it was just wasn't very good, even after the patch. It looks absolutely fabulous. Just amazing.
Once upon a time these cool looking indies used to excite me like no other. They still do. But so many of them just end up being disappointments. Deaths Gambit was another similar one, that looked amazing.
I just played like 30 minute of the Valfaris demo.
It's kinda feels better to play compared to Slain, looks like there's more enemies in the screen and stuff, but i still have a problem with the gameplay feel.
Sometimes, when there's lots of enemies, the game gave me some feels of a "Reboot Doom but in 2D" with all the visceral enemy death animations, which is pretty awesome, but at the same time the main gun and sword lacks impact. The gun is kinda slow and its animation doesn't match the aesthetics, while the sword feels really great when it lands but its range is a lot shorter than it should be imo. In Nes TMNT terms, i would say the sword feels like Raphael's Sai when it should be atleast at Leonardo's Katana range haha I feel like it was done so that the sword doesn't feels too OP, and the same probably happens with the weak main gun, but they felt really weird in the context of the setting imo.
I loved the shield tho. I like the idea of using a "stamina bar" in the shield to limit it. Didn't really used the machine gun.
Another problem i have with the game so far (Which is hard to just judge in a demo tbh) is how the level design is kinda "just there". It reminds me a little of Contra and Metal Slug more arcade stuff, but then at some point there's some tiny exploration parts, when you have to get the energy stuff for the spaceship. I didn't get if the game will have some light Metroidvania elements, but until that moment it looked like a less crowded Contra.
Despite the gameplay stuff, i really like how both Slain and Valfaris looks and sounds, aesthetic wise they're really great.
I felt like Death's Gambit was almost there, but the collision with enemies was completely broken, which is a big dealbreaker for a game that tries to be a 2D Souls. Never played the final version tho, maybe they fixed it.
It's fair enough to be apprehensive having been disappointed in the past, but it's always worth at least giving the demo a shot! You never know if you'll be pleasantly surprised.
With the sword, the range has been a balancing act - too long, it's OP, too short, it's UP. I think it's a pretty good balance personally. I mean obviously I'd love longer range from a player advantage perspective, but I think it works well as is to get a good balance of power. There's a lot of other weapons to wreak havoc with as you progress through the game, but obviously not everything is included in the demo. A lot of weapons have upgrades also, to power them up as you progress.
I think once the full release drops, it'll give a much better idea of the scope. The demo is only a small window into the overall game!
In release news, an official 'Signature Edition' has just been announced!
The included art book and CD soundtrack are definitely highlights, not to mention the physical copy of the game of course!
Pre-order goes live on Friday at 3PM UK time, check them out in detail here!
Release dates for all platforms
The launch dates for Valfaris have just been released!
Here's the rundown:
October 10: PC (Steam, GOG, Humble) and Nintendo Switch.
November 5/6: PS4 NA/EU respectively
November 8: Xbox One
In addition to the standard version, a Valfaris Digital Deluxe Edition will also be available at launch for PC and PS4 that includes the game, original soundtrack (composed and recorded by former Celtic Frost guitarist, Curt Victor Bryant), and digital artbook.
To celebrate confirmation of the release dates, there's a brand new Valfaris trailer too, check it out below!
The wait is almost over! 🤘
Here's the rundown:
October 10: PC (Steam, GOG, Humble) and Nintendo Switch.
November 5/6: PS4 NA/EU respectively
November 8: Xbox One
In addition to the standard version, a Valfaris Digital Deluxe Edition will also be available at launch for PC and PS4 that includes the game, original soundtrack (composed and recorded by former Celtic Frost guitarist, Curt Victor Bryant), and digital artbook.
To celebrate confirmation of the release dates, there's a brand new Valfaris trailer too, check it out below!
The wait is almost over! 🤘
Not long to go now 😁
Inside Gaming posted an awesome early preview of Valfaris today on their YouTube channel, check it out below!
The wait is over. The time to rip the galaxy a new wormhole is now.
Valfaris is officially available on Nintendo Switch and Steam!
Grab your platform of choice at the links below:
Steam 👉 http://bit.ly/SteamValfaris
Nintendo Switch 👉 http://bit.ly/SwitchValfaris
Valfaris is officially available on Nintendo Switch and Steam!
Grab your platform of choice at the links below:
Steam 👉 http://bit.ly/SteamValfaris
Nintendo Switch 👉 http://bit.ly/SwitchValfaris