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Switch 2 / PC / PS5 - 11/11/2025

Possessor(s)

Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action side scroller with combat inspired by platform fighters, a story told through dangerous characters, set in a deep interconnected world ready for exploration. Play as Luca, the host, and Rehm, her less-than-cooperative counterpart, as they explore a quarantined city ripped apart and flooded by an interdimensional catastrophe. Their only hope of survival is by learning to co-exist. Possessor(s) takes place across the interconnected sprawl of a destroyed mega-city, from collapsed skyscrapers to an abandoned aquarium, all riddled with secrets. Hauntingly beautiful 3D environments form a stunning backdrop over which hand-drawn and animated characters, and mysterious sci-fi horror action take center stage. Choose multiple paths in an open-ended world structure as you look to uncover the truth behind the catastrophe. Meet a cast of engaging characters, each with their own heart-breaking story to follow in the aftermath of the devastation. Gameplay is centered around tight, fast-paced platforming with a range of unique movement abilities that extends to its tense, precise, combat. Balance ground and air attacks, replete with combos and juggles as you encounter a variety of deadly enemies and challenging bosses. Find and unlock a wide array of powerful weapons and upgrades to bolster your arsenal and explore previously inaccessible areas.

PlatformAdventureIndie
Developer
Heart Machine
Publisher
Devolver Digital

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Critic average

70

Average of 17 scored external reviews.

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Critic avg

70

17 scored reviews

Total coverage

17

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Score range

50–90

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Polarized

Score range is 31+ points

Critic landscape

The critic average is 70 across 17 scored reviews, with a 40-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.

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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 70–79 band.

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17 included scored reviews

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70–796 reviews · 35%
Below 706 reviews · 35%
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Justin Towell

GamesRadar+

Possessor(s) review: "Smart ideas are quickly buried in this demonic Metroidvania that's far too mundane and dull in a sea of sharp competition" | GamesRadar+Total FilmTotal Film

Published 11/11/2025

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Scoring alignment

Score

50

-20 vs critic avg

Possessor(s) Review

Published 11/11/2025

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Score

71

+1 vs critic avg

Timothy Nunes

PlayStation Universe

Possessor(s) Review (PS5) - A Solid Hit But Not A Home Run - PlayStation Universe

Published 11/11/2025

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Scoring alignment

Score

75

+5 vs critic avg

Jaz Sagoo

COGconnected

Possessor(s) Review – Art That Outshines Its Action

Published 11/11/2025

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Scoring alignment

Score

75

+5 vs critic avg

Leo Faierman

Screen Rant

Possessor(s) Is An Uneven Experience That Doesn't Always Deliver

Published 11/11/2025

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Scoring alignment

Score

50

-20 vs critic avg

Marcus Stewart

Game Informer

Possessor(s) Review - Possessed By A Familiar Demon - Game Informer

Published 11/11/2025

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Scoring alignment

Score

83

+13 vs critic avg

Brodie Gibbons

Press Start

Possessor(s) Review – A Heartfelt Metroidvania

Published 11/10/2025

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Score

80

+10 vs critic avg

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