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❤ Unique and Varied Combat

Players have access to a divine arsenal of 8 distinct weapons, including melee options like a bat, hammer, and pitchfork, as well as ranged firearms. The ability to dual-wield any two weapons simultaneously adds an extra layer of strategic depth, allowing players to experiment with different combinations to suit their playstyle. The combat system seamlessly blends hack-and-slash mechanics, enabling players to string together satisfying combos and unleash powerful attacks to vanquish the "shatanistic hordes." Reviewers praised this combat as feeling consistently engaging, with the variety of weapons preventing the action from becoming repetitive.

❤ Entertaining Boss Battles

The game features several boss encounters that reviewers have highlighted as a particular strength. While some felt the final boss was a letdown, the majority of these battles are described as challenging yet fair, with one reviewer even comparing them favorably to the boss fights in the Quake series. These boss battles often incorporate unique mechanics and require players to strategically utilize the divine arms at their disposal, further encouraging experimentation with the combat system.

❤ Church Renovation and Progression

A core gameplay loop revolves around renovating the dilapidated church in the town of San de Ville. Players can purchase blueprints to upgrade various aspects of the church, from the altar to the confessional booth. As the church's "faith level" increases, new features and functionality become unlocked. Reviewers praised this church renovation aspect as a satisfying progression system, providing a tangible sense of growth and improvement throughout the experience, with the visual changes to the interior reinforcing this feeling of progress.

❤ Exorcisms and Demonic Threats

Performing exorcisms to save the villagers from demonic possession is a key gameplay element. These timed minigames test the player's reflexes and timing, with some reviewers finding them frustrating while others saw them as a welcome challenge. Confronting the dark forces plaguing the town is a central part of the overall experience, as players must rescue the possessed villagers and contend with the supernatural threats at work.