''SanctuaryRPG'' is an

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developed by Black Shell Games and released on April 29, 2014 for

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Gameplay

''SanctuaryRPG'' is a turn-based

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game, notable for its extensive use of

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. The plot concerns the search for an entity called The Matron within a location known as Westhaven, which contains elements from both fantasy and science-fiction settings. Notably, enemy encounters will include creatures such as slimes,

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, and

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s. Players control an adventurer of a chosen

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and background, and fight with a combo-based combat system. The game utilizes

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in its default mode, meaning that if the player is defeated then they must start over from the beginning. Game locations are chosen via the context menu to explore the world. Areas include combat zones and towns, which contain

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, shops, and crafting workshops

Reception

Sanctuary RPG has received generally positive reviews. Patrick Hancock of ''

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'' praised the game's art and UI, in addition to its modern feeling combat.

References

External links

* {{official website, http://www.sanctuaryrpg.com/ 2014 video games Action-adventure games Freeware games Indie games Science fiction video games Single-player video games Video games developed in the United States Windows games Windows-only games Roguelike video games