Fit check
Is FORCED: Slightly Better Edition worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Groups of two to four players who want cooperative action with puzzles
- Action RPG players who enjoy evading enemy attacks and coordinating special attacks
- Players seeking a fantasy gladiator campaign with distinct character classes
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a relaxed or low-pressure action game may find the trials demanding
- Players wanting a primarily solo experience may not suit the party-focused structure
- Players looking for a stealth, exploration, or crafting-focused adventure may find the combat-and-puzzle format narrow
Our take on FORCED: Slightly Better Edition
The defining mechanic is the shared Spirit Mentor: every player must coordinate control of an additional party member while fighting and solving trials.
What is FORCED: Slightly Better Edition?
FORCED: Slightly Better Edition is a one- to four-player arcade action RPG set in a fantasy gladiator school.
Players take the role of enslaved gladiators seeking freedom through deadly trials against monstrous enemies. The campaign supports local and online co-op and is balanced for the number of players. Combat includes evasion, the Mark system, and special attacks: basic attacks place marks on enemies before players or allies use marked targets for stronger attacks. Four character classes offer distinct play styles. Players also control Balfus, a Spirit Mentor shared by the party. Puzzle elements accompany the combat, while Survival Arena Mode provides a separate challenge.
How FORCED: Slightly Better Edition plays
- 01Local and Online Co-op
- The campaign supports one to four players through local or online multiplayer.
- 02Four Character Classes
- Each class has a distinct way of playing.
- 03Shared Spirit Mentor
- The whole party controls Balfus together to gain an advantage during encounters.
- 04Mark-Based Combat
- Basic attacks mark enemies so players or allies can follow with special attacks.
- 05Survival Arena Mode
- A separate mode presents additional combat-focused play beyond the gladiator campaign.
FORCED: Slightly Better Edition compared to similar games
Dungeon Defenders: Awakened combines cooperative action RPG play with tower defense, loot, leveling, pets, and character customization. FORCED instead centers on gladiator trials, puzzles, evasion, and a shared Spirit Mentor.
FORCED: Slightly Better Edition: platforms & release
Is FORCED: Slightly Better Edition worth it?
It is worth it if: groups of two to four players who want cooperative action with puzzles. Skip it if: players seeking a relaxed or low-pressure action game may find the trials demanding.
Where can I download FORCED: Slightly Better Edition?
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What platforms is FORCED: Slightly Better Edition on?
Windows, macOS and Linux.
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