Thymesia, a hardcore action RPG that blends the brutal, bite sized sprint of a Bloodborne-inspired battle with the patient, methodical challenge of a Dark Souls expedition, is now available on PC through Steam and GOG, as well as on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and Series S. In Russia, the game cannot be purchased due to the publisher, Team17, suspending operations in the country. Russian Steam users may still view parts of the game’s page, though downloads and full access have seen restrictions after the publisher’s exit from the market.
The world of Thymesia invites players to Hermes, a kingdom that once thrived on alchemy and discovery. In a twist of fate, the pursuit of elixirs and transmutation has spiraled into chaos, leaving the streets crowded with grotesque monsters and the city’s once bright avenues dimmed by fear. In this setting, players step into the boots of Corvus, a figure who awakens with a murky memory and the uncanny ability to transform into a crow. As Corvus, players work to recover forgotten memories, uncover the truth behind the alchemical catastrophe, and guide Hermes toward a chance at renewal. The journey combines fast, aggressive swordplay with strategic use of Corvus’s raven form, encouraging a balance between direct confrontation and evasive, aerial maneuvers that keep battles tense and unpredictable.
The game has earned a mixed reception in critics’ circles, with an OpenCritic score hovering around the mid range. Reviewers frequently describe Thymesia as a budget-conscious alternative that channels the look, feel, and rhythm of Bloodborne, while still carving out its own identity in level design and enemy variety. Players may encounter familiar challenges: heavy, deliberate boss encounters that demand timing and pattern recognition, intertwined with environments that can feel repetitive or unforgiving in their pacing. Some reviewers also note occasional control quirks that can disrupt a flawless run, and a handful of enemy archetypes that feel overly familiar in the larger action RPG landscape. Still, for many fans, the game delivers a satisfying sense of accomplishment when a daunting boss finally falls, and its dark, gothic atmosphere helps maintain immersion across long sessions. The overall package offers a compelling baseline for players who crave challenging combat and a bleak, narrative-driven voyage through a world steeped in alchemical peril. Critics and players alike may find the experience worth pursuing, particularly those who enjoy mastering a difficult, melee-focused system with a strong sense of risk and reward. – VG Times
All screenshots of Thymesia can be viewed here.
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Source: VG Times