The Siege and the Sandfox
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Critic Reviews for The Siege and the Sandfox
It’s a rare Metroidvania that feels different, that knows what it wants to be and manages to pull it off without feeling overly indebted to the games that inspired it. I enjoyed it, but most importantly, I felt like I was playing something with its own identity. Like the Sandfox themself, it could not be here without what came before it. But like the Sandfox, it charts its own path forward.
The Siege and the Sandfox is a unique combination of metroidvania and stealth, boasting some great ideas, but the poor execution of several of its elements results in a rather gritty mix.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A beautifully crafted stealth Metroidvania offering rewarding exploration and engaging mechanics, though some players may find the stealth elements require patience.
Overall, I found my experience with The Siege and the Sandfox to be an enjoyable one, with the parkour and stealth being very fun, especially as the game progressed. Unfortunately, there were a few glitches that will hopefully be fixed in the future.
The Siege and the Sandfox is a great parkour metroidvania to add to the small library of games with the same idea. With no way to kill anyone and having to be the best agent of stealth, is a fun time in my books. Although the bugs I encountered may out some people off, I persevered. The characters in the dungeon and their little stories always kept me going. Curious on what kept them ticking or what life down here is like. So, if you like a metriodvania that is all parkour all the time, pick up the Siege and the Sandfox today. I give The Siege and the Sandfox the Thumb Culture Gold Award.
Although The Siege of the Sandfox excels in many areas, such as sound design, biome diversity, voice acting, and pixel art, it is hindered by issues like poorly programmed AI, occasional glitches, and crashes; however, fans of the Metroidvania genre should still check it out for its challenging gameplay and unique blend of stealth and parkour, introducing the new "stealthvania" genre.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
I loved my time with The Siege and the Sandfox. Its stunning visuals, pixel art, and sound design were smooth and immersive, and the controls felt well-polished. The developers created a memorable experience. It’s clear some passion and care went into this title, and it shows. The developers need to give themselves a pat on the back.
In a video game landscape that often chases spectacularity at the expense of substance, The Siege and the Sandfoxchooses a different path: that of quiet elegance, intelligent challenge, and respect for the player. It is a game that speaks to those who love the genre, but also to those who want to discover a new way of experiencing 2D platforming. It is a game that makes no noise, but leaves a mark.
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