7/10
I’ve been a longtime fan of Risk of Rain, and I also loved playing Gunpoint back when it came out, so honestly, it’s a bit sad that Deadbolt somehow escaped my radar for so long.
But like I always say: if there’s something we’re meant to love, our paths eventually cross with it.
The gameplay is already fun on its own, and the game’s structure being so replay-friendly leads to a lot of great moments and experimentation. The setting and story are also compelling enough to keep you hooked, which made this an amazing experience to go back to.