![]() ![]() Uncovering the secrets of Returnal over the course of many runs is one of the countless ways this game gets its hooks into you. The less you know about the story, the better. Using whatever she can at her disposal, Selene must uncover the secrets of an ancient civilisation, defend herself against dangerous wildlife, and, above all else, break the cycle. In search of the ‘White Shadow’ distress signal, Selene journeys into the ever-changing alien world only to realise that she is locked in a never-ending death loop, returning to the moments of the crash landing every time she dies. Set in the not-so-distant future, ASTRA explorer Selene crashes her spaceship into the alien planet Atropos. ![]() And as of this month, it’s now available on PC!Īnything to break the cycle. Returnal isn’t just fantastic, it sets the bar for the next generation of Sony exclusives. It spins a mysterious and captivating sci-fi tale through the lens of a third-person shooter, all the while incorporating all the unique features that come with being a PlayStation 5 exclusive. With that in mind, it should come as no surprise that Housemarque‘s Returnal is yet another groundbreaking roguelike. From indie hits like Dead Cells and Cult of the Lamb to 2020 Game of the Year winner Hades, roguelike games can not only innovate on familiar gameplay loops but can also tell some of the best stories in the industry. Over the last few years, we’ve seen this genre be explored in creative and incredible ways. A genre known for its live, die, repeat philosophy can be startling for newcomers, but those first few hours of learning systems and getting a feel for the dangers that lie ahead are as intriguing as they are exhilarating. There’s something about roguelike games that just hit differently. Experience the flawless gameplay loop of Housemarque’s groundbreaking PlayStation 5 roguelike in our Returnal review! ![]()
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