Wielders of the Essence

Checkpoint GamingShu Ezackial

7/10

For a game that started as a side project and “a little pallet cleanser” for the devs, Wielders of the Essence goes off like a frog in the sock (sorry G’Roda). It’s a fast-paced bullet heaven full of fun froggy characters. Its allied troop system, smooth progress and base-building elements make for very satisfying gameplay. Will it be revered as much as Vampire Survivors? Unlikely. But in a genre of game that’s being oversaturated, this survivors-like makes a solid splash.