SCARLET NEXUS (2021)

Developer: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.
Publisher: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 18,100 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 20 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A high-octane action RPG where you chain psionic powers and melee attacks in flashy, anime-style battles against grotesque mutants.

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What players say

Players praise the psychokinetic combat and cool enemy designs but are frustrated by the inability to dodge-cancel, making combat feel sluggish and forcing repetitive wait-and-punish strategies. Split on the story and characters, with some finding them engaging and others stereotypical. A full experience requires two playthroughs for both protagonists.

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