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No Rest for the Wicked is easily one of the most unique games of 2024, not only due to the different genres it aims to tackle within a single experience, but also due to the pedigree of its developers. Coming from the creators of Ori and Blind Forest, one of the platformers of the eighth console generation - Moon Studios, No Rest for the Wicked is a very intriguing action RPG.
Not only does the game take inspiration from some of the best action RPGs out there, including, but not limited to souls-likes, but it also mixes in the build and loot variety that you get to see in something like Diablo. Additionally, No Rest for the Wicked also doubles as a base builder, with a robust settlement-building mini-game.
While Moon Studios' action RPG promises to deliver a lot when it comes to its action RPG gameplay loop, is it really worth paying $35.99 and playing No Rest for the Wicked in Early Access? Simply put, the answer is yes.
Note: This article is subjective and reflects the author's opinions.
Why No Rest for the Wicked is worth getting in Early Access
While the game is in Early Access, there's still plenty of content that should last you somewhere around 20-25 hours. And if you want to go through all the content No Rest for the Wicked currently has to offer, it will easily last you more than 40 hours, which isn't bad for an Early Access title.
Additionally, the first major title update for the game will add multiplayer.
Moon Studios also has a proper roadmap in place for its latest action RPG, with all the features and updates planned to be added ahead of the game's full release. Given the amount of content it already has to offer, it's very much worth picking up and playing No Rest for the Wicked in Early Access.
However, it's perfectly fine if you do want to wait for the game's full release on Steam, complete with all planned updates and features. Additionally, if you're on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, you will need to wait for the full release anyway, since the Early Access version is only available on Windows PC via Steam.
The premise for Moon Studios' latest action RPG is quite straightforward, you are a "Cerim," who is essentially a mystical holy warrior tasked with the eradication of "Pestilence" from the lands. The premise here is very much inspired by classic dark fantasy RPGs like D&D, Dragon Age, etc., with similar gameplay, progression, and narrative.
However, what differentiates Moon Studios' game from other action RPGs is its unique art style and combat system, which is very much akin to games like Hades and Darksiders Genesis. Moon Studios is no stranger to unique art styles, with its "Ori" series boasting arguably one of the most immaculate art styles in any platformer to date.
There are some minor issues with the game, most notably the steep difficulty curve, healing being tied to grinding for resources similar to something like Bloodborne, and some technical hurdles on PC. Fortunately, if you're on the lookout for an RPG to play while waiting for Shadow of the Erdtree, you can't go wrong with No Rest for the Wicked.
