Coridden is a well-crafted and accessible action-RPG, perfect for those unfamiliar with the genre or the ones that are looking for a less demanding (but still engaging) experience, especially in multiplayer. It stands out with a unique and well-implemented core idea, a fun and modular combat system with deep customization, a manageable playtime, and a grind-free progression. However, the game falls short in enemy variety (sure, transforming into defeated creatures is great, but more diverse foes would have been welcome) and suffers from an underwhelming narrative, suboptimal level design, and a lack of endgame content or a New Game+ mode for those who seek replayability. That said, thanks to its cooperative focus and budget-friendly price, Coridden is still an easy recommendation, especially if you plan to play with friends.

Coridden has a great core idea. I like how the combat system requires players to constantly shift between human and monster forms to deal with increasingly challenging enemy groups and capable bosses. The entire concept is even better if players manage to bring at least a friend into the game for cooperative action. The world of Heera mixes science-fiction and fantasy elements pretty well but the story and characters fail to stand out. Coridden is worth checking out for the shapeshifting alone and I hope the team at Aftnareld gets a chance to expand on it in a sequel.

Coridden is a fun game with an interesting premise, but playing solo just makes you feel like you’re missing the full experience.