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Salt and Sanctuary

A 2D action RPG in a dark fantasy world, where you fight through interconnected areas in side-on combat. Stamina management, character builds and tough bosses are central, and you grow stronger through leveling and gear. Exploration opens new paths, and a second player can join in local co-op. Is it your kind of game?

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83%

130 ratings

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89%

20,089 reviews

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you want Souls-style challenge in a 2D Metroidvania with big build options.

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you dislike punishing difficulty or losing progress after deaths.

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Platforms: PlayStation · PC · Xbox · Switch
Release date: March 15, 2016
Length: About 32 hours
Difficulty: 5/5 (estimated)
Genres: Platform · Role-playing (RPG) · Adventure · Indie
Themes: Action · Fantasy · Horror
Perspective: Side view
Modes: Couch co-op up to 2
Languages: 3 languages
Text in your language: Yes
Steam Deck: Verified
Microtransactions: None

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How long is Salt and Sanctuary?: About 32 hours to finish the main story.
Which platforms is Salt and Sanctuary on?: Salt and Sanctuary is available on PlayStation · PC · Xbox · Switch.
Does Salt and Sanctuary have co-op?: Yes — Couch co-op up to 2.
Does Salt and Sanctuary run on Steam Deck?: Verified
What does Salt and Sanctuary cost?: $17.99 on Steam.