Review of Scar-Lead Salvation on PlayStation 5

Scar-Lead Salvation from—wait, where to even start with this? So, Idea Factory International, Compile Heart, and Neilo Inc. They’ve whipped up a game that’s like diving into a chaotic sci-fi rabbit hole on your PS5. I mean, why not talk about it?

Picture this: You’re Willow Martin. And boom, you wake up in some random room like someone hit the reboot button on you. Thoughts? No clue, no backstory—kinda like those dreams where you’re just… there. No idea who’s your buddy or who might try to zap you next. So, naturally, you’re like, “Guess I better figure stuff out.” Classic, right?

Enemies? Oh, they’re all over the place! Pop here, pop there, like some hyperactive version of whack-a-mole. And let’s not even talk about those sneaky traps waiting to mess with you. But hey, at least there’s this AI military pal or whatever it is. Helpful? Maybe. Trustworthy? Who knows. I guess they’re nice to have around when things get bonkers.

Getting around is a bit like trying to pat your head and rub your belly at the same time. Left stick to move, right to aim. Running’s more like a mad dash—with just a click. Jump, shoot, dodge—buttons doing a dance on your controller. Oh, and Mirage Shift? Trickier than it sounds, but it gives you that few seconds of invincibility. Handy, but don’t overthink it.

Crush some boxes, and maybe you’ll snag a sweet weapon or two. Got these things called Micro Armory boxes—sounds fancy, doesn’t it? Also, you’re lugging around Exo Force gear or something. Amped up? Sure, why not! But take a hit, and watch it drain quicker than my patience on a bad day.

Oh, let’s not forget Elm. It’s like the in-game currency… I think. Spend it wisely, or not—totally up to you. Maybe upgrade a weapon if you’re feeling ambitious. Die? Yeah, you’ll lose most stuff. It’s like cleaning your room and losing every single sock except the most boring pair.

Now, trophies? Yep, they’re a thing. Lots of them, actually—bronze, silver, gold, and the elusive platinum. You want them? Better get cracking on those tasks. Beat bosses, dodge like a ninja, collect way more stuff than you probably need. Sounds simple until you’re knee-deep in it.

So, if you’re itching for rogue-lite madness with a side of sci-fi chaos, dive into Scar-Lead Salvation. It’s out now for PS5… if that’s your jam.

And oh, yeah, thanks to Idea Factory International for the review copy. Hope they don’t mind this scatterbrained look at their game! It’s a ride, that’s for sure.