Grim Trials

Grim Trials is one of those games that manages to mix several familiar ideas and turn them into an experience that works really well. The action is fast, the battles keep you on your toes, and the roguelite system makes you want to try again after every defeat. And Avelin’s story helps a lot. You’re not simply fighting monsters for no reason. There’s a character with a story, a promise and a goal that makes you want to discover what happens next. I also liked the ability to combine weapons, equipment and Blessings to find different ways to play. Of course, there are still a few areas that could be better, especially when it comes to variety and repetition after many runs. But overall, Grim Trials delivers a fun experience for anyone who enjoys action, RPGs and roguelites. If you enjoy games where dying is part of the learning process, like experimenting with different builds and don’t mind replaying an adventure to become stronger each time, this is definitely a game worth keeping on your radar. And perhaps the best part is exactly that: You can lose a battle, go back to the beginning and think, “This time, it’ll be different.” And then everything starts again. Only this time, you’re a little more prepared.