The Siege and the Sandfox Reviews
The Siege and the Sandfox delivers a unique mix of tight stealth gameplay and metroidvania exploration, all wrapped in gorgeous pixel art and a rich, Middle Eastern-inspired world. Movement feels sharp and responsive, and the map design constantly rewards players who seek out alternate routes. It’s a challenging but deeply rewarding experience for anyone who enjoys hardcore stealth and smart level design.
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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.
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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.
A beautifully crafted stealth Metroidvania offering rewarding exploration and engaging mechanics, though some players may find the stealth elements require patience.
The Siege and the Sandfox is a beautifully realized Metroidvania that succeeds in every artistic aspect, from its pixel-perfect visuals and soundtrack to its intricate worldbuilding. While it stumbles somewhat in its necessary backtracking and stiff controls, the overall experience is both compelling and memorable. For fans of stealth, fantasy, and classic Metroidvania exploration, this game serves as a rewarding adventure.
To appreciate The Siege and the Sandfox, you need to keep in mind that almost everything in it is focused on building atmosphere and narrative and stealth gameplay. The “stealthvania” approach is legitimate, but the simple mechanics and laborious navigation through the levels do not contribute to making its execution worthwhile. I recommend it to those who want to appreciate beautiful aesthetics and immerse themselves in a fantasy from the Arabian Nights while listening to a lovely narrator who accompanies each step of the journey.
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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.
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.
Review in Italian | Read full review
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.
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.
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.
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