For example, in a recent run I managed to roll a Hard Light Gun that poisons enemies on hit, and a Hard Light Sword which dealt bonus damage to poisoned enemies. The two weapons can also be upgraded independently of one another, which lets you reroll your way into a complementary build. It feels stellar to fire a handful of shots to mark an enemy while rolling through their attacks, then tearing them apart with the sword. Enemies marked by the gun take guaranteed critical damage from the sword, creating an incredibly satisfying rhythm to your fights. Each weapon is functional in combat, but proper use requires alternating between the two of them. The gun works exactly like it does in Hyper Light Drifter, marking enemies with its shots and relying on successful melee hits to replenish its ammunition. The sword is a competent melee weapon, with a quick attack speed and surprisingly weighty animations, like the sword is desperately trying to carry itself forward with each attack. The Beheaded swings their sword at an archer drawing their bow, while massive towers loom in the distance.
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The side-scrolling combat and platforming are tight, the art is impeccable, and its progression system and unlock curve are among the best I’ve ever seen. The Beheaded sits with half a dozen weapons in their back amidst a pile of skulls, while massive skeletal hands close around them.
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