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Salt and Sanctuary
By Ska Studios, released 1 Jan 2016
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- PlayStation Vita
- soulsvania
- action role-playing game
What it is
Salt and Sanctuary is a 2D action role-playing game from Ska Studios, set on a cursed island after a sailor is shipwrecked there. Exploration leads through forgotten cities, dungeons and ruined monuments, while combat blends fast-paced action with RPG systems. Players can discover, craft and upgrade more than 600 weapons, armor pieces, spells and other items. Its genres include platformer and soulsvania, alongside action RPG. The game supports single-player and multiplayer, including shared or split-screen play and Remote Play Together. Steam features also include achievements, trading cards, controller support, Remote Play on TV and Family Sharing. Salt and Sanctuary was released in 2016 and is available for Windows, macOS, Linux and PlayStation Vita; its Steam listing covers Windows, macOS and Linux. Ska Studios developed and published it.
What players like, and what they don't
- Over 600 weapons, armor pieces, spells and items
- Supports shared and split-screen multiplayer
- Remote Play Together is supported
- Available on Windows, macOS, Linux and PlayStation Vita
- Its island setting is described as punishing
- Steam platforms listed are Windows, macOS and Linux
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a challenging 2D action RPG with exploration, combat and extensive gear progression. Shared or split-screen play and Remote Play Together may also suit groups who want to play together.
Salt and Sanctuary combines demanding 2D combat with RPG progression and a wide range of equipment to find and improve. Its multiplayer and platform options give players more than a single-player route through the island.
