The third-person soulslike horror shooter Outliver: Tribulation is now free for Windows, 100% free to keep, in a time-limited Epic Store’s giveaway offer. Go get it! Outliver: Tribulation can normally cost US$7.99!
Outliver: Tribulation is an independent third-person shooter and survival horror game influenced by Nigerian folklore, where a soldier faces dark catacombs filled with enemies and intellectual challenges. It was developed by GBROSSOFT and initially released on July 18, 2023.
Published by GBROSSOFT itself and available for Windows, Outliver: Tribulation offers a unique combination of elements, including Soulslike features, in an interesting way. It also has dozens of positive reviews on Steam, at least at the time of this publication.
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Gameplay
Outliver: Tribulation combines elements of action, combat, and puzzles with a strong influence from Nigerian mythology. In this game, you play as a soldier who finds herself in a mysterious environment filled with dark catacombs, where she must face enemies and solve puzzles to progress.
The gameplay revolves around intense combat, with the player using a variety of weapons, including a sci-fi-style pulse rifle, along with amulets that can aid in battles. The combat system bears a slight resemblance to Soulslike games, especially due to the need to dodge and strike strategically during boss fights. However, the difficulty is more accessible, making it a “light” version of this subgenre.
Exploration and puzzle-solving are also key aspects of the gameplay. To progress, you need to find colored orbs and place them in the correct locations to unlock doors and access new areas. The mechanics for locating these items are simple but effective, keeping the player immersed in the atmosphere.
A notable aspect is the dark setting, which can make it difficult to see details in the environment, though the character has night-vision goggles to deal with the lack of light. Movement and controls are limited, reflecting the technical constraints of an indie game, but they still provide a satisfying experience.
With a relatively short duration of around three to four hours, Outliver: Tribulation offers a linear and focused experience. While it may not stand out in any specific genre, its mix of combat, Nigerian mythology, and puzzle-solving can attract players looking for a unique adventure.
About the game
African mythology meets survival horror meets Souls-style gameplay! You play as a soldier who mysteriously ends up in a supernatural realm, from which her only escape is to participate in an ancient ritual… or so she believes.
A dark past beckons in this “African mythology meets survival horror meets Souls-style gameplay” experience!
This is an atmospheric, story-driven, action-packed third-person shooter that merges gameplay elements and combat styles from the survival-horror and Souls genres with African mythology. You play as Bolanle Gboyega, a soldier on the run from insurgents who mysteriously ends up in the Realm of Tribulations, a supernatural realm where she must undergo an ancient ritual to regain passage back to her kingdom…or so she believes.
Features
- Explore and unravel the mystery of the Realm of Tribulations.
- Face fierce enemies in intense battles.
- Meet various characters through voiced dialogue sequences.
- Solve puzzles to advance in your trials.
- Utilize various amulets to aid in combat.
- Upgrade your character’s traits and items.
- Use night vision goggles when it gets dark.
- Navigate the realm through teleportation portals.