Some games pull you in gently – others drag you straight into the abyss. Can you guess what happens in Voidwrought?
Yep, Voidwrought firmly belongs to the latter, launching across Xbox, PlayStation and PC with a world steeped in cosmic horror and relentless action.
Built around speed, precision and discovery, this latest release from Powersnake and Kwalee blends classic Metroidvania design with a strikingly grim edge.
At A Glance
- Game: Voidwrought
- Developer: Powersnake
- Publisher: Kwalee
- Price: £16.74
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, Play Anywhere supported
- Game Type: Action-Platformer / Metroidvania
A Journey Beneath A Broken World
Voidwrought opens under the ominous glow of the Red Star, setting the tone for everything that follows. You step into the role of the Simulacrum, a being driven by a singular purpose – to collect Ichor, the blood of fallen gods, from the creatures that now guard it.
The world itself is layered and unpredictable. Beneath the ruined surface of the Gray City lies a sprawling network of environments, each with its own identity. From frozen tunnels to unsettling, biomechanical ruins, exploration constantly shifts in tone, encouraging you to push further even when the path ahead feels uncertain.
At the heart of Voidwrought is its movement. Controls are tight, responsive, and clearly designed with momentum in mind. Traversal isn’t just about getting from one place to another – it’s about mastering how you move through the world.
Combat That Keeps You On Edge
Encounters are fast and often unforgiving, with over 70 enemy types and a roster of bosses that demand attention. There’s a rhythm to each fight, built around reading patterns, reacting quickly, and making full use of your abilities.
Victory rarely comes from brute force alone. Instead, success leans on how well you combine movement, timing and the tools at your disposal.
And Voidwrought gives you room to shape how you approach its challenges. Relics and Souls form the backbone of its progression, offering a wide range of active abilities and passive bonuses that can dramatically alter your strategy.
With more than 30 options to discover, there’s plenty of incentive to experiment. Some setups might favour aggressive combat, while others lean into survivability or mobility. Swapping combinations becomes part of the experience, especially when facing tougher enemies or revisiting earlier areas.
A Shrine That Grows With You
Beyond combat and exploration, Voidwrought introduces a quieter, but equally important system – the building of your shrine. Starting from almost nothing, you gradually expand it by gathering followers and resources from your journey.
As it grows, so too does what it offers. New secrets, upgrades and opportunities begin to surface, giving a sense that your progress isn’t just measured in strength, but in influence.
A Dark Contender In The Modern Metroidvania Space
Voidwrought has been on the radar since its earlier reveal, and now that it’s here, it delivers on that promise of a darker, more intense take on the genre. It doesn’t shy away from its tone, leaning into unsettling imagery and a foreboding atmosphere that lingers throughout.
At £16.74, it positions itself as a strong option for players who enjoy precision platforming, layered progression and worlds that reward curiosity. If you’re willing to step into something a little harsher, Voidwrought offers a journey that’s as demanding as it is compelling.
You won’t find Voidwrought on Game Pass at launch, but it is on the Xbox Store, playable across Xbox Series X|S and PC with Play Anywhere support. It’s also on PlayStation.
