Platforms
- PCJul 31, 20187.2playscore7.117 Critics7.2829 Players
- PlayStation 4Jul 31, 20187.5playscore6.75 Critics8.81.08K Players
- Xbox OneNov 9, 20187.6playscore7.53 Critics8.496 Players
- Nintendo SwitchOct 11, 2018NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.533 Players
- PS VitaJul 31, 2018NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
26 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Chasm doesn’t quite have its own identity, as it borrows so much from other games. And, while it does that decently, it’s not best in class. The randomly generated level layout, which is the game’s one unique feature, actually ends up being its biggest weakness. Maybe I am being a little too unkind, as I did have fun playing, but I just feel like it could have been so much more and that’s what bothers me the most. It’s a decent enough tribute to those games of yesteryear, but that’s its problem, as it ends up being yet another Metroidvania title on an ever-increasing pile.
Jamie Ward · Nov 26, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Chasm is a shining example of the concept that it adopts, and although it doesn’t really do anything out of the ordinary as far as its core design is concerned, it does indeed offer an exciting adventure that’s neatly paced and brilliantly structured. There’s a few technical issues to be mindful of, such as a some visual blemishes and its slightly floaty controls, but for the most part, Chasm represents its genre remarkably well.
Mark Sherwood · Nov 07, 2018 Reviewed on XB1Read full review - The books you find and the conversations you have with the people you meet along the way are charmingly written in a way that absorbs you into the game. With a lot of similarly styled games on the market right now, the vastness and the creativity of Chasm makes for a really fun take on a popular theme.
Kirstie Summers · Oct 12, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Chasm is a fascinating, mechanically sound take on the Metroidvania genre, but it also fails to do anything innovative or original that hasn’t been done before in the genre, apart from the relatively minor hook of procedurally-generated worlds. Despite this, it’s still a fun side-scrolling adventure that’s sure to be worth your time, with challenging combat, fantastic graphics, and a cool premise all combining to make for a release that we’d recommend to fans of the genre - although there are better examples out there, many of which are on Switch right now.
Mitch Vogel · Oct 11, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - While the competition for this style of game is fierce these days, Chasm stands apart from the sea of similar games, mostly due to its excellent controls and the sneaky depth of its combat. This world is a joy to get lost in and thanks to the unique take on procedural design, it offers a multitude of ways to re-experience the game even after completion. Aside from some minor issues with the ho-hum traversal upgrades, Chasm is an inspired take on a well-worn genre.
Neal Ronaghan · Oct 11, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Chasm is a good Metroidvania game. But it feels like it could have been better at certain points. A game that took five years to develop feels like it should offer more than Chasm currently does. Is that an unfair assessment? Possibly, but then maybe you should ask someone who kickstarted it if they’re happy with what they received after all these years.
Brandedwolf · Aug 17, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Chasm is one of the finest Metroidvania games ever created. While the game’s developmental journey was longer than expected, the wait was well-worth it. Every aspect of the game shows that a great deal of care was put into it and the attention to detail for the core gameplay pays off in spades. There are many different ways to play Chasm and all of them result in an unforgettable experience.
Jeremy Peeples · Aug 04, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Chasm is a well-crafted and intense 12-hour adventure. Even with its flaws, those who enjoy Metroidvania games will get a lot of value out of this adventure. The shifting levels and constant mystery of what you can encounter make speedruns unpredictable and interesting, even if sometimes it can be cruel. Chasm is a challenging and variable game full of impressive moments.
Grayshadow · Aug 01, 2018 Reviewed on PS4, XB1Read full review - While Chasm is an indie Metroidvania title using procedural generation, this isn't another roguelike. Instead, Chasm generates a new map with every campaign for re-playable variety. During the campaign the map stays put, promoting exploration and memorization. Chasm is all about getting around: finding new abilities to open a new path forward and overcoming difficult platforming challenges.
Mike Williams · Jul 31, 2018 Reviewed on PC - There are some light RPG elements too, with enemies spewing out XP orbs that boost your health, strength, and so on. But otherwise it’s a deeply old-fashioned game—by design, of course—and that means it can be quite gruelling at times. You’ll have to repeat sections over and over again to master them, and I found my patience wearing thin more than once.
Andy Kelly · Jul 31, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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Trailers & Screenshots:
When a small mining community falls silent, a young soldier named Daltyn is sent to investigate. Upon arriving in the remote mountain town of Karthas, he discovers that paranormal forces have sealed the town off from the outside world. Now trapped, he's left with no option but to explore the mines below the town and uncover the source of the disturbances. Six huge procedurally-generated areas await, each lovingly crafted in a retro pixel art style. Help Daltyn gain new abilities and equipment, evade dangerous traps, and defeat hordes of deadly enemies in order to save Karthas - and possibly the world!
Developer: Discord Games