Sulfur [Review]
Sulfur, a new game available to play on PC, is an interesting FPS rouge-lite with a cartoon aesthetic that stands out. The game itself is set in a relatively serious world, which makes the cartoon graphics stand out even more. The gameplay loop for Sulfur is intriguing and engaging. Players get new guns to become stronger as they run through an area, and as they do, they collect loot. If they wish to, they can either leave or complete the area. They can also add oils to add multipliers to their weaponry, attach upgrades to their guns, and add enhancements to trigger different effects. After playing this game for a while, I am pleased to say that I have found it to be both extremely enjoyable and addictive. However, as there is always room for improvement.
The game has stunning graphics, unique animations, and a feel that stands out against other games in the genre and has good gameplay. However, there are also some challenging aspects of the game and the potential for quality-of-life improvements. It can be difficult at times to manage gameplay and keep up with the game, and there are occasional balance issues. With that being said, this can be a skill issue. All in all, these issues are minor compared to the game’s overall value, with an asking price of 24.99. It's worth noting this game is in early access, so everything is subject to change. I’ve been having a lot of fun playing Sulfur on the Lenovo Legion Go and the ROG Ally.
In the near future Sulfur will have online co op. Multiplayer will be a great addition to the game. Imagine this: an “extraction shooter” style rogue-lite co-op game where the art style has Adventure Time esc characters but gory and ominous elements, and the mechanics are unforgiving but still addictive. Sulfur is a fantastic attempt, that I believe succeeded, at converting the “extraction shooter” genre into rogue-lite territory. The gunplay is mostly satisfying, the combat feels good, and the enemy variety is interesting. For me, sulfur is an extremely addictive game. Sulfur is a game that should not be slept on, and I eagerly await a console release.
