Soulstice is a dark fantasy hack‑and‑slash action‑RPG developed by Forge Reply (Reply Game Studios), released in 2022 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows, and in 2023 for PlayStation 4. You control two sisters—Briar, a powerful warrior, and Lute, a ghostly companion—bound together as a Chimera to fight through a corrupted, wraith-infested city in a story of sisterhood and sacrifice.

Key Features

• Symbiotic combat between Briar and Lute
  You directly control Briar to perform melee combos and weapon swaps, while Lute—an AI companion—generates magic auras and defensive effects. Their synergy unlocks powerful transformation abilities and special attacks.

• Stylish and fluid action inspired by classic hack-and-slash games
  Fast-paced combat evokes the feel of Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, with combo chaining, dodge counters, style ranking, and a transformation state (Saber mode) based on synergy meter buildup.

• Weapon variety and on-the-fly switching
  Briar wields a primary blade plus several secondary weapons (hammer, whip, daggers, etc.), all swappable mid-combo to enhance adaptability and move variety.

• Dark fantasy world and narrative setting
  Set in the ruined city of Ilden, torn open by a catastrophic Tear in the Sky, you explore broken streets, solve puzzles, face mutated wraith enemies, and uncover the truth of the Order and your identity.

• Enemy variety and strategic engagements
  Battle numerous classes—Wraiths, Corrupted, Possessed—each reacting differently to Lute’s aura effects or Briar's weapons. Timing, positioning, and synergy are key to success.

• Combat scoring and replayable challenge modes
  After each fight, performance is scored across criteria like timing and unity. High scores unlock resources for upgrading abilities, encouraging replays on higher difficulty levels.

• Accessible difficulty customization and automation options
  Five difficulty presets—and assist settings—allow players to enable auto‑attacks or Lute’s responses, making the experience approachable for newcomers while still rewarding skilled play.

• Visual style and audio design with strong personality
  A gothic, anime-inspired aesthetic echoes Claymore and Berserk. Bold cell-shaded visuals, haunting architecture, and a dark soundtrack with electro‑orchestral energy provide a striking atmosphere.

• Focused single-player narrative experience
  The game is strictly single-player: no co-op or multiplayer modes, emphasizing personal progression and character-driven storytelling.