Possessor(s)
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About Possessor(s)
Possessor(s) is an action-platformer from Heart Machine, the studio behind Hyper Light Drifter. Devolver Digital published this 2025 PC/PS5 title that blends fast-paced side-scrolling combat with a fractured sci-fi narrative. You control Luca and Rehm, two souls trapped in a city torn apart by an interdimensional disaster. The game’s world, a maze of flooded skyscrapers and derelict aquariums, lets you explore in 3D while characters animate in hand-drawn 2D. The story unfolds through tense cooperation between the two protagonists, each with conflicting goals. It’s a side-scroller that feels like a platform fighter, with combat systems that prioritize timing and verticality over traditional RPG progression.
Gameplay
Possessor(s) revolves around fluid movement and combat. Luca and Rehm have distinct abilities, Rehm’s aggression contrasts with Luca’s precision, which players cycle between during fights. The game demands tight platforming: dash, wall-jump, and grapple to navigate collapsing environments. Combat is all about combos and juggling enemies in midair, with attacks splitting between ground and air. You collect weapons and upgrades to open new paths, but the world’s structure is nonlinear. Sessions feel dynamic, balancing exploration, combat, and story snippets from survivors. The challenge comes from mastering timing in boss fights and navigating the city’s vertical layers. It’s twitchy and precise, with a learning curve that rewards reflexes over brute force.
What Players Think
Possessor(s) holds a 92% PlayPile score, with 4.3 average stars from 12,000+ reviews. 68% of players complete it, averaging 18 hours. Community moods are split: 42% call it "haunting," 35% "intense," and 23% "puzzling." A Steam review notes: "The combat feels like a rhythm game, every hit has weight." Critics praise the art style, though 15% complain about Rehm’s AI in co-op. Price is $29.99, with 37 achievements tracking combat mastery and exploration. 100% completion takes ~15 hours, mostly spent farming upgrades and backtracking. Players rate it higher for mechanics (94%) than story (88%), which some find convoluted.
PlayPile's Take
Possessor(s) is a must-play for action-platformer fans who crave tight combat and vertical design. The $29.99 price tag is fair for the challenge and polish, especially if you enjoy weapon variety and environmental puzzles. Achievement hunters will appreciate the 37 trophies, but the game’s real appeal is its rhythm-based fights and interconnected world. It’s not for casual players, expect a steep learning curve and a story that demands patience. If you’ve enjoyed games like Celeste or Sable with a dash of fighting game depth, this one’s worth your time.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
74.7
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