Thymesia

In the fallen kingdom of Hermes, Corvus—a mysterious figure with scattered memories—is tasked with uncovering the truth behind the calamity. Alchemy once promised healing and strength, but its use preceded the kingdom’s collapse and the rise of plague-mutated monsters.

Combat is fast and built around parrying, dodging and attacking with Corvus’s sword and claw. Sword strikes create wounds that enemies can recover unless Corvus follows up with claw attacks or other abilities. He can also seize plague weapons from enemies, throw feathers to interrupt attacks and perform executions.

The game presents its areas as separate missions, with side missions and boss encounters along the way. Corvus develops through talents that can be adjusted to suit different approaches, while upgrades improve his abilities and potions. Recovering lost memories reveals more about his past and the kingdom.

In the supplied reviews, players frequently praise the quick, aggressive combat, especially the satisfying parries and the way the wound mechanic encourages follow-up attacks. Some also enjoy experimenting with plague weapons and talents, and describe the boss fights and dark visual style as highlights. Other players find the wound system frustrating or the parry timing inconsistent. Recurring criticisms include the short campaign, limited enemy variety and levels that can feel repetitive; some also find the early difficulty steep and the story slight.