A simple 2D action game centered on themes of masochistic tendencies, yearning for death, as well as despair at being attacked by terrifying beings.
You control Rabiane, a nun tasked with exorcising monsters in the cursed land of Kessaria. The game offers a choice between a swift, close-range sword and a bow with limited ammo, which allows for ranged attacks. You must use these weapons effectively to defeat the various monsters that attack Rabiane.
The game features approximately 40 different types of monsters, each with their own unique attack patterns and behaviors. You must learn to recognize and adapt to these different threats in order to progress through the game successfully. For example, the review mentions "big spiders putting you into cocoons" and "tentacles making total consensual love to you" as some of the disturbing enemy encounters.
The levels feature a "stifling dark pixel art" that evokes a sense of despair and unease. You must navigate through environments such as thick forests and deep sewers, with the gloomy, atmospheric visuals contributing to the game's overall eerie and unsettling tone.
While the game is relatively short, with most players completing it in around an hour, reviews praise the overall quality of the experience. The simple yet satisfying combat, combined with the well-designed levels and challenging enemy encounters, provide a rewarding gameplay loop for players willing to engage with the game's dark themes and disturbing content.