Scathe

About

Scathe is a fast-paced first-person shooter built around chaotic combat and labyrinthine level design. You play as a demonic enforcer tasked with collecting Hellstones while fending off hordes of enemies in procedurally generated zones. The game blends frantic gunplay with co-operative multiplayer let in and out at any time. Each run forces you to adapt to shifting layouts and overwhelming enemy waves. Progression comes through collecting runes that tweak your abilities and loadout. The game leans heavily into classic FPS roots with modern multiplayer conveniences. Its 4.1/5 rating on Steam highlights strong replayability but notes a steep difficulty curve. Metacritic scores hover around 72% with praise for its gory aesthetic and tight mechanics. What sets it apart is the combination of handcrafted level themes and randomized layouts keeping each attempt fresh. Available on PC and current-gen consoles since 2022.

Storyline

Scathe is an intense, classic FPS with big guns and even bigger demons. You are Scathe, Enforcer of the Legions of Hell, forged from the earth by the Divine Creator himself. And you, like your fallen kin before you, must prove your worth by navigating a deviously crafted maze, entangled with demonic evil at every twist and turn. So, grab your Hell Hammer and get ready to unleash your almighty fury! Your task is simple; collect the Hellstones and escape the maze. Choose your own path by navigating expertly handcrafted zones - each filled with danger around every corner. Collect runes, uncover secrets, and smite all that stand in your way.