Grim Trials indie roguelike follows an apprentice reaper

Grim Trials is an indie action roguelike game developed by the Indonesian studio Rolling Glory Jam and published by Soft Source. The game follows the journey of Avelin, an apprentice reaper known as a “cocoon,” who must navigate the afterlife to reunite with a loved one.

Gameplay features a hack n’ slash combat system where players utilize melee weapons like scythes and hammers alongside ranged crossbows. Players progress through hexagonal arenas, facing enemies and the seven deadly sins to collect souls. These souls are used to earn Soul Points, which allow for the customization of personal skills and equipment.

The game includes various supporting characters, such as mentors and specialists like Pytra, Milyun, and Ivanya, who assist with side quests and equipment. The experience is set to a heavy metal soundtrack and incorporates themes regarding life and death through its narrative and character dialogues.