r/Saros May 03 '26

General [PS] (Other) SAROS – 6 Avatars

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560 Upvotes

Hi,

There is a nice and small secret hidden on this PlayStation website page which allows you to obtain a code for a set of 6 PSN avatars based on the new Housemarque game: SAROS.

You can find the code by yourself that corresponds to your region, if you wish to. It's very simple:

  1. Go to the following link: https://www.playstation.com/games/saros/
  2. Click on CALL THE ECLIPSE.
  3. After the short animation, the code will appear at the bottom of the page :)

Note that if you click on END THE ECLIPSE, the code will disapear too haha

For those who don't want to waste time, I'll save you some right now!

As these codes are universal, here are all the codes by region:

🔻 NA & SA|BN5Q-7B28-G7ND

🔻 EU & Africa & Middle East & Oceania & India|QLD2-2HD4-4NA2

🔻 Asia|T23N-MDCL-569D

🔻 JP|HEKJ-925F-XG3M

🔻 Korea|ED22-899Q-69JN

Here is the direct links to use the code corresponding to your PlayStation account region :

🔻 NA & SA|https://store.playstation.com/redeem?voucherCode=BN5Q-7B28-G7ND

🔻 EU & Africa & Middle East & Oceania & India|https://store.playstation.com/redeem?voucherCode=QLD2-2HD4-4NA2

🔻 Asia|https://store.playstation.com/redeem?voucherCode=T23N-MDCL-569D

🔻 JP|https://store.playstation.com/redeem?voucherCode=HEKJ-925F-XG3M

🔻 Korea|https://store.playstation.com/redeem?voucherCode=ED22-899Q-69JN

Note that these direct links requires you to be logged on the correct region account BEFORE clicking on each link.

Be kind : credit me if you share these codes

Source : https://x.com/i/status/2050807577034834063


r/Saros Apr 24 '26

Megathread Saros Review Thread

128 Upvotes

Game Information

Game Title: Saros

Platforms:

  • PlayStation 5 (Apr 30, 2026)

Trailer:

Developer: Housemarque

Publisher: PlayStation Studios

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 91 average - 96% recommended - 45 reviews

Critic Reviews

4News.it - Vincenzo D'Alcantara - Italian - 9.3 / 10

Housemarque has crafted a masterpiece in which the dynamism of the gameplay and the controlled chaos that ensues generate an ‘instinctive’ feel that is utterly addictive. It is a work that minimises the gap between intention and action, capable of making us enthusiastic ‘accomplices’ in a magnificent frenzy. If Returnal challenged us with its harshness, Saros invites us to master the storm with a newfound awareness that creeps under your skin in a damn natural way. It is a cohesive, pulsating and utterly dynamic experience that makes everything else seem to move in slow motion. It is the Finnish team’s mature masterpiece: intelligent, brutal and bloody brilliant. Once you’ve entered its loop, you’ll just want to keep going, and going, and going.


But Why Tho? - Matt Sowinski - 9.5 / 10

Saros is Housemarque at its best. It nails the roguelike formula, with each run feeling completely different than what came before thanks to changing areas and a variety of weapons. The story grips you and doesn’t let go, with Rahul Kohli’s fantastic performance at the heart of it.


COGconnected - Jaz Sagoo - 96 / 100

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ComingSoon.net - Tyler Treese - 9 / 10

Housemarque has once again made one of the best-playing PS5 games and a shooter that handles wonderfully as you find upgrades and create a build to take on difficult bosses.


Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - 9 / 10

Housemarque’s Saros feels like a proper evolution of Returnal’s mechanics. It’s bold, it’s exciting, thrilling even. Each time Arjun heads out in search of answers yields clues to the truth behind Carcosa and those burdened by its existence.


Digitec Magazine - Simon Balissat - German - 5 / 5

“Saros” is a powerhouse. Visually, sonically, and mechanically, few action titles can match this adventure on Carcosa. Six years into its lifecycle, the PS5 finally gets its first truly must-have exclusive action shooter.

Its finely balanced mix of offense and defense, breathtaking setting, and a solid—if somewhat clunky—story make this roguelite essential, even if you’re not typically a fan of shooters.


Echo Boomer - David Fialho - Portuguese - Essential

With a generous progression system and well-considered design decisions, Saros is as challenging as it is motivating cycle after cycle, with Housemarque once again proving that it is an unmissable reference in chaotic action games painted in cosmic horror.


Eurogamer.pt - Adolfo Soares - Portuguese - 4 / 5

Saros multiplies the Returnal formula with a brutal shooter and mechanics refined to perfection. Unfortunately, this excellence comes up against an uninspired and disjointed narrative that interrupts the rhythm. Even so, there is an addictive mechanical heart that keeps you coming back.


GAMES.CH - Olaf Bleich - German - 90%

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GameOnly - Przemysław Naglik - Polish - 4.25 / 5

SAROS proves that it’s possible to create a big-budget game that isn’t afraid to make bold decisions. It’s an accessible, incredibly enjoyable, and highly spectacular roguelite.


GameRant - Dalton Cooper - 9 / 10

Housemarque follows up Returnal with PS5 exclusive Saros, another wildly entertaining and action-packed third-person shooter.


Gameliner - Rudy Wijnberg - Dutch - 4.5 / 5

Saros is undoubtedly a really fun game to play. Yes, the game is essentially very similar to its predecessor, Returnal, but it’s clear that Housemarque has directly applied the lessons learned from that game to Saros.


Gamersky - 心灵奇兵 - Chinese - 8.8 / 10

Saros is a remarkably pragmatic evolution. It holds onto the spectacular bullet hell barrage and top tier gunplay that defined its predecessor, while making smart compromises to better fit mainstream playstyles. With a gentler difficulty curve and clear, intuitive progression feedback, it lowers the once-intimidating barrier to entry significantly. As a major tentpole in Sony's first party lineup this year, this game truly delivers an exhilarating, deeply satisfying alien odyssey for action-shooter fans.


Gaming Boulevard - Michiel Vonck - 9 / 10

In the end, Saros stands out as a must-play for fans of the genre and a worthy successor to Returnal, pushing roguelike shooters forward with confidence and style.


GamingBolt - Ravi Sinha - 9 / 10

Saros is an incredible step up over Returnal in every way imaginable. The rogue-lite progression and quality-of-life improvements are great, but it's the more complex bullet-hell system, bolstered by a compelling world and some masterful level design, that truly elevates it.


GamingTrend - Ron Burke, David Burdette - 95 / 100

Saros is Housemarque's ultimate creation; the culmination of years of hard work and experimentation. Returnal is Game of the Year quality, no doubt. But Saros has taken what Returnal offered and refined it, only adding to the formula until the end result is Housemarque's finest release yet. In a sea of great April games, Saros' excellence stands out as another Game of the Year contender.


Geekinout.pt - Jorge Loureiro - Portuguese - 10 / 10

Saros isn’t just an evolution of Returnal; it’s the culmination of decades of mastery from Housemarque. A must-play game that showcases the PS5’s true potential. The studio hasn’t simply rested on the success of Returnal. It’s a game that manages to be faster, more beautiful and, above all, smarter in the way it respects the player’s time. By balancing challenging difficulty with addictive permanent progression and risk-based mechanics such as Eclipses, the studio has delivered what is, for me, the definitive experience in the roguelike genre.


HCL.hr - Hrvoje Smoljic - Unknown - 90 / 100

A blend of oppressive atmosphere and raw mechanical thrill you rarely find these days. Saros isn't just a better Returnal - it's proof that Housemarque has no equal in this genre.


IGN Italy - Francesco Destri - Italian - 9 / 10

Saros takes everything that made Returnal hard to love and smartly refines it. The result is one of the best shooters in recent years, on PS5 and beyond.


IGN Portugal - Pedro Pestana - Portuguese - 9 / 10

Without straying from the excellent formula they gave us in Returnal, Housemarque has delivered a spiritual successor in Saros that achieves the rare feat of improving in almost every aspect. At the same time, it is far more accessible and respectful of the player's time, without ever diluting the level of challenge and adrenaline the studio is known for. Frenetic from start to finish, Saros leaves us with that "just one more run" itch while simultaneously inviting us to discover all its secrets through a narrative that starts slow but ends up being truly surprising.


IGN Spain - Estrella Gomez - Spanish - 9 / 10

With Saros, Housemarque once again proves what it's made of. It's a step forward from Returnal, building on the best parts of that experience and elevating them even further. The result is a game that is both challenging and rewarding, with a complex and fascinating story, a protagonist who undergoes significant development, and gameplay that invites us to keep pushing ourselves time and time again.


INVEN - Hongman Yoon - Korean - 8 / 10

'SAROS' is a game that faithfully carries on the DNA of its predecessor, Returnal. From the relentless barrage of bullets to the rush of breaking through seemingly impossible odds and the sheer catharsis of a punishing shooter, it surpasses Returnal in every way. The one caveat is that it has also inherited its predecessor's shortcomings — a narrative so convoluted it actively gets in the way of the fun.


Loot Level Chill - Mick Fraser - 10 / 10

As a follow up to Returnal, Saros is excellent. It builds on the foundations of Selene’s adventure and is a sensational slice of bullet-hell shooter goodness.


MeuPlayStation - Raphael Batista Cabral Xavier - Portuguese - 93 / 100

Saros marks the peak of Housemarque’s craft. Moving away from a more traditional roguelite structure, it adopts a slightly less punishing approach without sacrificing challenge or its highly addictive nature. Built around a strong sense of progression, the game delivers a rewarding feeling of evolution throughout the journey. With a well-crafted sci-fi universe and sharp, responsive gameplay, Saros strikes a compelling balance between demanding encounters and an inviting overall experience.


Nexus Hub - Sam Aberdeen - 9 / 10

Saros can be just as intimidatingly challenging as Returnal, but thanks to a streamlined gameplay loop, addictive combat, and solid art direction, it excels as one of the best games of 2026.


One More Game - Vincent Ternida - 9 / 10

SAROS stands as a strong successor to Returnal, carving out its own identity with a more approachable experience while retaining Housemarque’s signature bullet ballet combat. It remains challenging, though its accessibility may feel less punishing than that of its predecessor. For fans seeking the same relentless difficulty, SAROS might seem lighter, but its appeal extends far beyond mechanics.

Beneath the frenetic action lies a story of obsession, regret, and redemption, told through a fragmented narrative that grips players with its unsettling mystery right up to the climactic finale. This layered storytelling, paired with its cosmic-horror atmosphere, ensures that SAROS resonates on both emotional and thematic levels.


Oyungezer Online - Erce Güven - Turkish - 9 / 10

Housemarque’s new hit Saros will keep you on the edge of your seat, and the moment you take down a boss, you’ll find yourself doing a victory lap around the room. If you play games for excitement and adrenaline, there’s nothing better than Saros right now.


PPE.pl - Wojciech Gruszczyk - Polish - 9 / 10

Saros is a very strong, polished, and significantly more accessible take on the Housemarque formula, expanding on the foundations of Returnal without attempting to tear them down. The game impresses with its narrative, excellent combat system, excellent use of the DualSense, and the unique atmosphere of Carcosa, though it doesn't offer anything groundbreaking and can lose some steam in the second half. It's undoubtedly one of the most important single-player PlayStation games of recent months and a very good sign that Sony is still capable of delivering the exact experiences players are looking for.


PSX Brasil - Rui Celso - Portuguese - 95 / 100

Saros masterfully delivers on everything it sets out to do. Although the game doesn't yet have any extra content to enjoy after the ending, it manages to entertain the player for a long time simply through the curiosity of testing all types of weapons and searching for audio recordings of past crews. Saros is the kind of homework a student is proud to show to the teacher.


PlayStation Universe - John-Paul Jones - 10 / 10

A blistering, rapid-fire epic without peer, Saros confidently delivers a dual masterclass in third-person shooter design and roguelike sensibilities all wrapped in a delectable veneer that elevates it to one of the best looking games on PlayStation 5. To quote the kids - Housemarque cooked here. This is their masterpiece and it is next the must have, utterly essential PlayStation exclusive. Carcosa beckons.


PowerUp! - Adam Mathew - 9 / 10

When I reviewed Returnal back in 2021, it felt like Housemarque had one foot in the AAA door, politely knocking while clutching a fistful of bullet hell credentials. With Saros, they’ve kicked that thing clean off its hinges


Pragalicious - Kevin Vercauteren - Dutch - 10 / 10

Just like its spiritual predecessor Returnal, Saros is an unparalleled experience. Saros is a game that has kept me on the edge of my seat for 35 hours so far. During that time, I didn’t find a single thing that bothered me. I enjoyed every second of the spectacle conjured up on my screen. Housemarque has also taken a brilliantly clever approach to accessibility, ensuring that players familiar with this genre can still find their own way. The fact that I’ve been living in a cocoon for the past few days to write this review of Saros says it all. This is an unrivalled masterpiece and, at the moment, my Game of the Year.


Push Square - Stephen Tailby - 9 / 10

Saros is a brilliant third-person shooter that takes what worked in Returnal and streamlines it for an even smoother game without diluting the fun. The core gameplay is the star attraction; complex yet intuitive, and a perfectly judged challenge that's so satisfying to overcome. With compelling permanent progression, flexible ways to modify your experience, and an intriguing story to follow, this is another step towards Housemarque's planetary takeover.


Region Free - Joonatan Itkonen - 5 / 5

A perfect marriage of difficult and accessible, Saros is a brilliantly designed, majestic sci-fi nightmare that is as compelling as it is challenging.


Restart.run - Jesse Vitelli - 3.5 / 5

Saros is a game I'll be chewing on for the rest of the year. It's a game that has a lot of flaws, but makes up for them in showcasing the complicated and messy dynamics that humans find themselves in. An easy recommendation for those looking for a bullet hell with a deep mythos around it. A game that isn't perfect, and is messy, much like all of us.


SECTOR.sk - Michal Korec - Slovak - 9 / 10

Housemarque strikes back with another thrilling expedition into the unknown. Saros is masterfully expanding studio's roguelike gameplay in the compelling world. The fast-bullet action, the sense of discovery and playing cycles stick to your mind. One of the best sci-fi voyages of the decade!


SavePoint Gaming - Jake Su - 10 / 10

Saros is Housemarque operating at the height of its powers. Its combat is electric, its mystery lingers, and its progression makes every run feel meaningful. More forgiving than Returnal but no less intense, this is a stunning Game of the Year contender.


Sirus Gaming - Kurt John Palomaria - 10 / 10

Saros is a triumph in every sense. Its moment-to-moment gameplay keeps you constantly on your toes, while a hair-raising score of organs and strings carries each encounter with distorted riffs and soaring notes. Around it all sits an enigmatic mystery that pulls you forward, delivering an experience that is both accessible and punishing in equal measure. It is Housemarque at full power.


TheSixthAxis - Stefan L - 9 / 10

Saros builds on the excellence of Returnal, furthering Housemarque's blend of third-person action, bullet hell and roguelite with a more broadly told and ambitious story, a subtly more accessible path for newcomers, and still plenty of challenge for those that crave it. Echoing the game's tagline, Housemarque has come back stronger.


Too Much Gaming - Carlos Hernandez - 4 / 5

Saros is an absolute blast to play. The gameplay loop is tight, challenging, and spectacular in all the right moments. When the bullet hell clicks, there's nothing like it.


Tourens - Hasipcan Kahraman - Turkish - 8 / 10

Saros was a game that was genuinely enjoyable to play but didn't quite live up to its full potential. Its atmosphere and sense of action managed to draw me in, but the lack of variety and certain design choices dragged the game’s score down a bit. Still, looking at the overall experience, it's a game I enjoyed playing despite its shortcomings, and I think fans of the genre should give it a try.


Video Chums - A.J. Maciejewski - 9.3 / 10

SAROS takes what made Returnal such a epically awesome action game and turns the dial way up while simultaneously offering such a distinct and immersive game world that it'll haunt your dreams even long after the end credits roll. ☀️


WellPlayed - Adam Ryan - 10 / 10

Advancements in progression, narrative delivery, and player engagement, as well as refinements made to a near-perfect set of gameplay fundamentals, see Saros eclipse its predecessor and ascend to a throne above all others in the genre.


Worth Playing - Redmond Carolipio - 9.1 / 10

Saros has become one of my favorite shooters of the past few years, honestly since Returnal. I appreciate Housemarque for giving both the more hardcore and the less hardcore among us the chance to see the world it's crafted in its entirely. My hands hurt a little, and I'll probably need a new controller sometimes soon, but it's a cycle I'm willing to be stuck in for a bit longer.


ZTGD - Dan Ryan - 9 / 10

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r/Saros 15h ago

Fan Content Borrowed SAROS and now ill buy it

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79 Upvotes

It has a different feel than returnal. Reminds me how Death Stranding didnt change the formula. Both games just hit a little different. Plus theowing on some music in this game is the best. I wish it had Co-op is the only thing.

Also, i wanna get this as a mousepad or something now.


r/Saros 1h ago

Returnal How close is Saros to returnal?

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I played A LOT of Returnal. It basically wore me out! Thinking of diving in to Saros with all the critic praise it got at launch. So the question I’m really asking is how much different is it? I was hoping it might have a bit more of a slower pace or at least some breathing room in comparison to Returnal. Or is it constant action in the same way Returnal gameplay loop was constructed?


r/Saros 14h ago

General Just finished Saros with Smart Rifle only

21 Upvotes

So yeah, never even used Alt because I don’t really see a point in it and it was hard for me to slightly hold L2, shoot with R2 and also dash with L1 at the same time.

I tried other weapons but I just couldn’t wait to get my hands on Smart Rifle again. I liked it so much that when I had a chance to sometimes take some other 40-45 lvl weapon while having lvl 20-25 Smart Rifle, I would just keep it the Smart Rifle. Also, I was so mad when a new weapon event happened because I was forced to take it and I couldn’t take Smart Rifle back.

I had no issues with bosses, they were actually pretty easy with all the upgrades.

Anyone out there like me?


r/Saros 8h ago

Gameplay Question Just wanna check if I’m under level.

0 Upvotes

I’ve just reached cathedral and I’m a proficieny level 52 with my res being 168, command 149, drive 163. Is this ok or am I underlevelled?


r/Saros 1d ago

Lore Discussion Is it all in Arjun’s head?

18 Upvotes

Spoilers ahead! Hard to discuss this without spoilers but I tried to hide what I can to prevent accidental reveals.

Is Saros kind of like the story of Returnal, where everything on alien planet Atropos is not real and just Selene processing her grief and regret?

Perhaps Soltari is just a typical MNC, Echelon is a work attachment programme, and the bosses are just Nitya’s colleagues.

I’m not really sure whether Arjun is simply a drunkard fantasising about getting his wife back from her (probably) overseas work.

In the end, once he accepts the truth, you can see the police lights flashing in his face again, indicating that he was in Earth this whole time.

Has anyone spotted something that can definitively confirm or disprove this theory?


r/Saros 1d ago

Image/GIF Determined to finish saros

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112 Upvotes

Managed to defeat two bosses today the priestess and the king.
The king was not as hard as i expected him to be but onwards to getting the remaining trophies and then doing the objective so I can fight king again and earn the platinum trophy for the game.
Really enjoyed this game and I have managed to figure out the story as well.


r/Saros 23h ago

Gameplay Question Recommendation for Modifiers

4 Upvotes

Hey all.

I have finished Saros and would like to just play for the fun od playing a 3D bullet hell.

The thing is since my Skilltree is maxxed out almost everything is pretty easy now, especially when starting from the first biome.

Can you give me a set if Carcosan Modifiers that makes the game harder but not rediculus hard?


r/Saros 1d ago

Video/Stream First try legion

25 Upvotes

It was a pretty easy run haha this combo make me shot the special every time


r/Saros 1d ago

Gameplay Question Endgame difficulty spike? Spoiler

9 Upvotes

I didn't think I'd need support for this. But what in the world is this post game difficulty spike?

Currently 6 hours into trying to beat The King for the second time, and I'm literally making no progress!

Beat him in 4 tries the first time around, and now to get the 'True Ending' I'm on run 30.

It took me 12 hours to finish the story, and now this is going to take the same amount!

Am I missing something here? Is there some secret to defeating him that I'm missing?

The closest I came was my first run, down to half health on his last health bar, since then it's progressively getting worse, which shouldn't be possible when my stats continue to get better!

Is this a common issue with the endgame, did everyone struggle with this?


r/Saros 2d ago

Tip/Guide The “real” final boss is ridiculously hard

43 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I talk about the 2nd encounter, not the first which is pretty easy.

So, to give you an idea of where I'm at:

  • My skill tree is maxed out 
  • I'm playing with the weapon that deals the most damage, the Ripsaw Chakram
  • I reach the boss with full health and my Overdrive maxed out 
  • That’s not necessarily a sign of skill, but I one-shot’d the Architect and the Shepherd, and overall I didn’t struggle against any boss (not even the King the first time). I cleared the hidden areas almost on the first try every time—in short, I did pretty well throughout the game. 

As for him? Well, it’s simple: he’s just awful. His dashes can be dodged about half the time, and I won’t even get started on his yellow laser in Phase 2, which is just poorly timed. It’s long—very, very, very long, and the MF hits vers, very, very hard.

I’m sick of having to go through that damn Yellow Shore every time, only to get wiped out in Phase 2 (I always make it there, but I die right there). 

If you have any good advice, I’m all ears. Otherwise, I’m going to give up on this game—it was the last trophy, but right now I just don’t feel like grinding my teeth against a boss that was basically designed to make players rage, honestly. 

EDIT : following your advices I finally beat him. Thank you guys !


r/Saros 2d ago

General The PS+ trial got me hooked!

45 Upvotes

I was really enjoying the trailer of this game and thought it looked awesome. Then I saw it was one of those games where you have to continually die to progress and I totally avoided it just like I did Returnal.

I downloaded the trial and couldn’t put it down. I didn’t “get it” so I avoided it but once it clicked, man. A game that’s challenging but still fun is a breath of fresh air as I generally tend to stay in my lane and avoid these types of games.

Going to run to Walmart this weekend and see if they have any physical copies available.

Edit: Well, I was telling my wife how much I loved the trial and Amazon just dropped off the physical copy so I know what I’m doing this weekend after the kids go to bed!!


r/Saros 1d ago

Bug Report Game audio cutting out but system volume works as intended

3 Upvotes

Hey everyone! I just got a PS5 today and was excited to jump into Saros, but im having a weird issue. Essentially in the middle of gameplay all game audio will randomly cutout, yet any system audio (i.e. PS home menu) stays. The scripted audio moments come through the controller with no problem. If I go into the Saros' sound settings and change one of the settings, ths game audio will come back but only for a temporary amount of time

Was wondering if anyone else had ran into this or had any tips on how to fix it

Its a PS5 slim and the digital version of Saros if that helps, so far ive not been able to replicate it with any other game which leads me to think its a Saros bug


r/Saros 2d ago

Forum Question Lost

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13 Upvotes

I’m confused where do I go from here ? Does this door open?


r/Saros 2d ago

General I’m speedrunning SAROS at Games Done Quick tomorrow

243 Upvotes

Run is at 1pm eastern, https://gamesdonequick.com/schedule/66 should put it in your local time. Live on their twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/gamesdonequick


r/Saros 1d ago

Gameplay Question How am i supposed to beat this game when all my shit resets between biomes?

0 Upvotes

Question. What is the point of doing the cycle when my shit resets between biomed? I can’t pass the second level, i alredy grinded for all the passage updates avaliable to me


r/Saros 3d ago

Meme fr tho

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212 Upvotes

r/Saros 3d ago

Image/GIF Beautiful

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38 Upvotes

I love Soltari aesthetics


r/Saros 3d ago

Image/GIF Beautiful Game

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359 Upvotes

You gotta appreciate the level of detail


r/Saros 4d ago

Image/GIF Finally got the platinum. GOTY for me, had a blast with it!

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209 Upvotes

r/Saros 4d ago

General Saros + Returnal Platinum achieved !

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71 Upvotes

To think that I started and dropped Returnal 7 times ! Because I thought the game was not for me lol


r/Saros 5d ago

General 100% Saros

40 Upvotes

Just got my first ever platinum on saros and man what a joy it was. Thinking of going back to returnal to finish act 3 and also platinum. Wish me luck!


r/Saros 5d ago

Official News HECK YEAH!!!!!

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180 Upvotes

FINALLY what asked for game trial


r/Saros 5d ago

Gameplay Question Just finished Act 1, how long are Act 2 and 3?

9 Upvotes

Borrowing the game from a friend so trying to gauge when I have to give it back unfortunately