Cover your robot body in magical fungus aplenty and galavant across a mystical, Soulslike world in MycoRelic, now out in 1.0

When it comes to Dark Souls, many people focus on its combat, while others wish for a more whimsical atmosphere. MycoRelic aims to provide this alternative vibe, featuring a robot protagonist that covers its body with mushroom parts for elemental powers. The game boasts a low-poly visual style, reminiscent of old-school RuneScape, which sets it apart from the usual medieval aesthetics often found in the genre.

What sets MycoRelic apart are its innovative systems. Unlike typical Soulslike games, there are no predefined classes for players to follow. Instead, a diverse range of weapons and armor options allows for customization based on personal preferences and playstyles. The developers have paid tribute to the dressing aspect of Dark Souls by giving players the freedom to modify their frames using various pieces of equipment, enhancing attributes such as health, stamina, frame integrity, and fungal magic potency.

As the gameplay progresses, players can experiment with different fungi, each offering unique abilities that can be combined to create new effects or employed in various ways. For instance, healing water can restore both the player and their allies, while extinguishing fires can prevent damage. Furthermore, cooperative gameplay is present in the form of online multiplayer, though the exact nature of the co-op experience remains to be seen.

In addition to the engaging combat and cooperative features, MycoRelic also introduces air-dash and glide mechanics, adding an extra layer of platforming potential that is often lacking in the Soulslike genre. The game has recently reached version 1.0 following an early access period, and both a demo and the full version are available on Steam for interested players to explore.