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Slitterhead

Slitterhead

Bokeh Game Studio·Released Nov 8, 2024·Single player

Platforms
Xbox Series XPS4PCPS5
Genres
Adventure
Critic65/100
Across 6 reviews
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About

Set in the densely cluttered streets of "Kowlong," filled with obscurity and chaos, this battle action-adventure game casts players as the "Hyoki," an entity devoid of memory and physical form. His only motive is to eradicate the monstrous beings known as "Slitterheads" crawling around the city, disguising themselves as humans. Roaming the vibrant neon-lit cityscape, players must seek out allies among humans known as "Rarities," infiltrate and track dangerous organizations, and engage in battles harnessing the power of blood. As the suspenseful drama unfolds, delve into the mystery behind Hyoki's existence and the appearance of the Slitterheads.

Reviews

7 reviews
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GameSpot
Phil Hornshaw·Nov 5, 2024
Critic40/100
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Though it can be strange and fascinating, Slitterhead ultimately feels empty thanks to dull and frustrating combat and repetitive missions.

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Eurogamer
Vikki Blake·Nov 4, 2024
Critic80/100
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Strange but singular, Slitterhead can be a slow-burn to begin with, but once its combat clicks, this is an action horror game like few others.

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IGN
Tristan Ogilvie·Nov 4, 2024
Critic50/100
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Like a bloody blade worn down by a few too many battles, Slitterhead grows increasingly dull over time and ultimately just doesn’t cut it.

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Push Square
Sammy Barker·Nov 4, 2024
Critic70/100
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Frustrating at times but fearlessly inventive, Slitterhead is an absolute must-play if you're looking for an original take on the survival horror genre. Serving as a spiritual successor to fan favourites like Siren, Gravity Rush, and Soul Sacrifice, this haunting tale about a body-hopping spirit – who uses humans as fodder to put a stop to the eponymous enemy – is a scintillating albeit occasionally undercooked debut from Bokeh Game Studios. Repetition and an overall lack of refinement do bring it down, but you'll be hard-pushed to find a more imaginative experience this year.

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