cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ninja/post/24108

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Amid Evil is a boomer shooter that breathes new life into the genre with an intriguing mix of weaponry, including a staff that fires homing blobs and a sword that slings waves of green energy. While the game pays homage to classics such as Heretic and Hexen, it differentiates itself through its disregard for some established FPS conventions, making the gameplay experience smoother and more enjoyable. Notably, the game eschews fall damage and hazards like crushing elevators, and instead emphasizes the thrill of the combat.

However, the game is not without its flaws. For instance, moving out of water can be frustratingly difficult, and certain platforming sections of the game can be infuriating. While the lack of fall damage is generally beneficial, it can sometimes serve as a curse in these precise platforming sections. The constant quick-saving feature somewhat alleviates this issue by letting you retry a failed jump without having to climb back up.

Furthermore, the game’s level designs, while intriguing and full of secrets, can sometimes slow down the pace due to their reliance on pressing buttons to activate changes in the environment. Despite the occasional tedium of retracing steps, the thrill of the combat, particularly with the Star of Torment, a weapon that pins enemies to walls, adds a fun element to the gameplay.

The game’s balance of challenge and reward is noteworthy. The Hard Mode is tough but manageable, and the game gives you tools such as the quicksaving feature and secret areas with health boosts to aid in your battles. Additionally, the game features Soul Mode, which significantly enhances your weapons’ destructive power, turning them into “fire hoses of death”. However, some players may find that they don’t need to use this powerful feature often.

Despite these minor complaints, Amid Evil still delivers a memorable gaming experience with its unique weaponry, compelling level design, and intense combat. Its beautiful visual design and fascinating enemies create a captivating world that keeps players intrigued to see what lies around the next corner. Whether it is fighting off space serpents in the astral plane or shredding through evil knights with your green energy-slinging sword, Amid Evil remains an engaging tribute to classic FPS games while introducing refreshing twists to the genre.

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