Relic Abyss

About Relic Abyss

Relic Abyss is a hand-crafted roguelite RPG blending fantasy and sci-fi elements. Developed by Reverse Loop and published by Mameshiba Games, it drops you into a world where a massive sinkhole, called the Abyss, has swallowed the planet. Your goal? Join a group of adventurers fighting to destroy the Primal Entity and stop the Abyss from consuming everything. Released on February 1, 2026, it’s available on PS4, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PS5, and Switch. The game leans into bullet-hell action with rogue elements, letting you build characters using loot and relics. Expect a mix of fast-paced combat and deep stat management, with a story that’s equal parts myth and sci-fi. It’s a pick-up-and-play title for fans of tough but fair RPGs.

Gameplay

Each run in Relic Abyss starts with selecting a character and building their loadout from relics and weapons. You’ll fight hordes of Abyss-born creatures in real-time combat, dodging projectiles and chaining attacks. The roguelite loop means you lose your gear after death but keep relics for future runs. Progression hinges on unlocking new abilities and synergies between relics. Sessions last 20-30 minutes, with the endgame targeting the Primal Entity in a boss arena. Controls are responsive, with a focus on movement and timing. The game balances action with strategy, you’ll tweak builds between runs to adapt to new enemies and layouts. While combat can feel punishing at first, mastering mechanics rewards precision and patience.

What Players Think

Relic Abyss holds a 8.2 average rating with 65% of players completing the main story. Average playtime is 15-20 hours, though hardcore builds push 40+. Community moods are split: 40% excitement, 30% frustration, and 25% curiosity. Reviewers praise the "addictive loop" but call the early-game "slow." One player wrote, “The relics make every run feel unique, even if the fights get repetitive.” Achievement completion is high at 78%, with 120+ trophies split into combat, exploration, and relic mastery. Critics note the lack of multiplayer as a downside, but the $29.99 price point makes it a risk-free trial.

PlayPile's Take

Relic Abyss is best for players who enjoy tight combat loops and incremental progress. The price is low enough to justify a try, especially if you like games like Hades or Dead Cells. Achievements add replayability, but don’t expect a smooth ride, this is a game that tests your patience as much as your reflexes. It’s not perfect: the story is thin, and some mechanics feel underpolished. But for $30, it’s a solid pick if you’re into rogue-RPGs with a bullet-hell twist. Just be ready to die a lot.

Storyline

One day, a giant sinkhole appeared slowly devouring the world. Many refer to it as the Abyss. In it's wake, insurmountable amounts of unknown creatures were released and wrecked havoc upon the land. The world became engulfed with death and the creatures reigned supreme. This is when Goddess of Creation called upon the remaining brave adventurers of the realm to take arms, and fight against the denizens of the Abyss. Tasked with destroying the Primal Entity, will they be able to save the world?