Severed

Severed is an award-winning mobile game that has become an instant hit among users. It is a gripping journey of a one-armed warrior named Sasha who battles her way through a nightmare world in search of her family. Apple Design Award 2017 and Apple iPad Game of the Year 2016 are just a few of the accolades that Severed has received. Dungeon combat is the hallmark of Severed, where players master crafty offensive and defensive touch combat techniques to face a horde of enemies with varying abilities. A novel feature of the game is the ability to sever enemies in combat, which can either be used to gain new powers or upgrade equipment. The game has exploratory elements, allowing players to navigate their way through mysterious, branching paths by using their wit to avoid hazards and solve puzzles. The soundtrack by critically acclaimed band YAMANTAKA // SONIC TITAN, featuring Pantayo, adds a haunting and immersive aspect to the gameplay. With graphical optimizations for Metal-enabled devices, gameplay video recording with ReplayKit, and cloud-saving, Severed has everything a mobile gamer could ask for. Available in multiple difficulty modes, the game also supports iMessage Sticker Packs and 3D Touch functionalities. Various publications have lauded Severed's gameplay mechanics, design, and musical score. 148Apps, a popular app review site, called it "a super compelling game that looks great," while TouchArcade loved its aesthetics and deep engaging combat. Post Arcade called it "well worthy of your time." All in all, Severed is a gripping, aesthetically stunning, and engaging mobile game that has rightfully found its place among some of the top games of 2016 and 2017.