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Salt and Sacrifice Wiki Guide is a compilation of Salt and Sacrifice guides, including all Stats, Skill Trees, Weapons, Armor, and various equipment. The Salt and Sacrifice Wiki also features Build Guides, New Player Help, overall game progress tips and tricks and more for Salt and Sacrifice. Developed by Davoured Studios and Ska Studios and published by Ska Studios, Salt and Sacrifice is set in a kingdom called Alterstone, with a dark fantasy setting. This Wiki is a compendium of information that is open for community editing, feel free to add your own information to the Wiki and help out thousands of players!
When was Salt and Sacrifice Announced?
Salt and Sacrifice, the sequel to the 2016 souls-like dark fantasy game, Salt and Sanctuary was first announced on June of 2021 at the kickoff event for the Summer Game Fest to come out on Playstation consoles and later announced to release on PC on the Epic Games Store.
When is the Release Date for Salt and Sacrifice?
The Salt and Sacrifice Beta was open to players on the 18th to 20th of March 2022, however it is only available for Playstation®4 and PlayStation®5 players. Salt and Sacrifice is scheduled to release on May 10th, 2022 for PC on the Epic Games Store and PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4.
What Platforms will Salt and Sacrifice be on?
Salt and Sacrifice will be available on PC (Epic Games), macOS, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4 on May 10th 2022.
Latest Salt and Sacrifice News
It is revealed that on November 7, 2023, Salt and Sacrifice will be debuting on Steam and Nintendo Switch along with Patch 2.0.0.0 called The Taitor's Tomb, with new content, fixes, cross-play, and more.
Salt and Sacrifice Release Information |
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| Initial Release Date | May 10, 2022 |
| Platforms | PC (Epic Games, Steam), macOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, and PlayStation®4 |
| Developer/s | Devoured Studios, Ska Studios |
| Publisher/s | Ska Studios |
Salt and Sacrifice System Requirements
Recommended Requirements
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2
- RAM: 6 GB
- OS: Windows 10 64bit
- Graphics: NVIDIA® 9600GT or ATI Radeon™ HD 5000+ or better
- DirectX: Version 10
Minimum Requirements
Windows:
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8 GHz or equivalent
- RAM: 4 GB
- OS: Windows 10 64bit
- Graphics: DirectX 10 compatible video card with shader model 3.0 support
- DirectX: Version 10
macOS:
- CPU: Apple M1 or Intel Core i5
- RAM: 4 GB
- OS: macOS 10.12+ (64-bit)
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Gamepad recommended
What is Salt and Sacrifice?
Inquisitors come to the veil to seek purpose in their punishment
What is Salt and Sacrifice?
Salt and Sacrifice is a 2D action platformer with precise, technical combat and a strong narrative. Salt and Sacrifice is the sequel to the popular title, Salt and Sanctuary. Salt and Sacrifice expands on the realm of Salt and Sanctuary, where players will get to discover a new period of time, a new world, as well as taking on a new responsibility. Specifically, as a Marked Inquisitor.
What is a Marked Inquisitor? He/She is known to be a condemned criminal who was spared by the hand of justice with the condition of serving in the unending war against Mages: twisted, hopeless creatures of elemental malice for a lifetime. In other words, you are tasked with hunting down large threats such as the Mages that roam the world.
Developer and Publisher Ska Studios introduces a familiar yet refreshing take to the sequel by adding new mechanics, additional game features such as a Co-Op mode for both local and online play, improvements to certain aspects of the game such as inventory management, combat, characters, and many more.
Salt and Sacrifice Game Features
- Salt and Sacrifice is a hardcore 2D action RPG, featuring over a large number of unique items.
- Features an extensive character customization system, complex, stylized combat, rewarding exploration, and challenging enemies.
- Discover many types of equipment, from various sets of armor and different kinds of weapons, from spears, swords, knives, bows, and many more.
- Expand and strengthen your character by allocating points to your preferred stats and attributes, as well as unlocking or learning new skills. Create a build that will suit your playstyle or that can easily adapt in different situations you face.
- Explore brand new hand-drawn art style lent to the characters and environments. Discover a new era and a new world that follows Salt and Sanctuary.
- Fight and hunt down exquisite yet dangerous and challenging Mages which poses a threat to the society you are in.
- Journey through multiple areas alone or travel with a friend or a random player who calls you through Co-Op, local or online play.
- Drawing inspiration from the Souls series, Salt and Sanctuary features a Summon mechanic where players can summon a random ally or join a random host to embark on a treacherous journey.
The Story of Salt and Sacrifice
Salt and Sacrifice expands the world of the first game, Salt and Sanctuary. In Salt and Sacrifice, you play as a Marked Inquisitor who is tasked for a lifetime to kill Mages who roam the world and pose a threat to society. Salt and Sacrifice is set in a new period and new setting, within a kingdom known to be Alterstone.
Here, you will need to prepare for each excursion at Pardoner’s Vale, a hub filled with friendly Inquisitors. Set out and roam eerie villages, tomb temples, and swamp kingdoms, to pillage the remains of Mages to craft new equipment with Runic Arts, granting Inquisitors unprecedented new abilities, as well as to search every decrepit corner across multiple maps for powerful melee weapons, deadly ranged weapons, and protective armor and charms.
Combat and Gameplay Mechanics in Salt and Sacrifice
Fools, in the Shroud Alliance we cull the Inquisition with righteous steel
Classes in Salt and Sacrifice
In a written article during one of Ska Studios' interviews, they have mentioned 8 starting Classes that features the Highblade, Paladin, Assassin, Cleric, Dualist, Fighter, Ranger, or Sage. It also looks to it that these classes only indicated a set of equipment such as Weapons, Armor, Accessories, and Items, as well as Skills that you will be starting with when you start the game and after Character Creation. As you progress, it is still up to you on how you mold your character by creating your own build that features a set of equipment, skills, and stats. Or by improving your character's stats.
Death Penalties in Salt and Sacrifice
Upon the death of a player, players will respawn at the last Sanctuary or a candlelit saferoom they previously rested at. Players will lose their salt as well as a portion of their gold, though salt can be regained if returned to the place where they died to recollect it.
To collect the salt, it will not be on the ground for easy recollection. However, it will either be inside an enemy that will illuminate a white glow or in the form of a saltbat. Players will have to defeat either of those to recollect the players' salt, the enemies will be slightly stronger so players will have to be wary of their attacks.
Sometimes Bosses can steal the player's salt and players will need to deal a certain amount of damage to the boss for the salt to return to players. On that note, bosses do not get stronger when they steal players' salts, unlike regular enemies.
Character Creation in Salt and Sacrifice
Salt and Sacrifice gives players a various list of features to choose from during its Character Creation portion. The menu allows players to choose something as simple as a name or hair color to something that gives more story to your character such as Crimes or Ancestry.
Class in Salt and Sacrifice
Picking a class helps determine how players play the game and display the kind of fighting style they wish to show, the starting equipment of the player's character such as Weapons, Armor, Accessories and starting Skills also varies depending on the class chosen. The following are the classes that players can choose upon reaching the Character Creation section. To learn more information on the individual classes, head over to the Classes page.
What are Crimes in Salt and Sacrifice
You can choose a crime you committed against the kingdom in the Character Creation menu. Choosing a Crime determines a portion of the backstory of the player's character, and provides a different starting gift and skills that benefit the player in different aspects. The following are the chrimes that players can choose upon reaching the Character Creation section. To learn more information on the individual crime, head over to the Crimes page.
- Alchemy
- Arson
- Blasphemy
- Brigandry
- Drunkenness
- Forgery
- Heresy
- Lasciviousness
- Smuggling
- Sumptuousness
- Usury
- Vagrancy
What is Ancestry in Salt and Sacrifice?
Choosing an Ancestry is the equivalent of Origins in Salt and Sanctuary, and is an option in the Character Creation portion that determines some overall physical characteristics of the character. Choosing an Ancestry does not affect the story or the gameplay whatsoever and is purely for cosmetic reasons and provides additional customization of player characters. These are the following Ancestry options players can choose from. To learn more information on the different Ancestries, head over to the Ancestry page.
- Dusk
- Highlander
- Mountain
- Oasis
- Sun
- Wood
- Valley
Multiplayer Mechanics in Salt and Sacrifice
Some of the following multiplayer mechanics were from the previous game, Salt and Sanctuary. However given that this is the sequel the multiplayer mechanics could transfer over to this game as well. Players may be able to encounter the following while in multiplayer in Salt and Sacrifice.
Candelabras
Seen on the golden candelabras before a boss arena, players will see a few lit and unlit candles on the candelabra. This actually displays the win-to-loss ratio of other players when fighting the upcoming boss. This will give players the idea on how easy or difficult the boss is to defeat.
Jurney Bottles
Players can find several Jurney Bottles around different areas, open them up to read notes left by other online players. Keep in mind some of these messages not be helpful, while some will help guide players to secret areas or hidden walls.
Hung or Impaled Bodies
Occasionally, players will find bodies that are hung or impaled, these are a display of other players that have died around the area. Interacting with the body will show their builds, such as armor and their character models.
Gravestones
While players explore various areas, gravestones can be seen. Players can smash and break the gravestones to find a ghost of another player will emerge from the broken gravestone and it will show how that character died in this area. This helps players figure out how to get through the coming area if they are having difficulties.
Here are some more multiplayer mechanics players need to keep in mind when getting into multiplayer mode with other party members. This affects the Host's world while other party members are present in the host's world.
- Enemies get an increase in health and damage.
- Healing or resurrection prayers will aid other players if they are within the vicinity of the prayer caster.
- Some items and salt are shared with the party members. Key Items and some upgrade materials are not shared.
- Gold that is dropped by enemies are not shared with the party.
Co-Op in Salt and Sacrifice
Salt and Sacrifice revealed in the announcement trailer that there is a co-op feature that allows you to invite and play with a friend online or via local play. Apart from that, Ska Studios showcased in a written article during one of their interviews that they have added a Summoning feature where players can use a summon item to call and ask for aid from random players who are online. If Salt and Sacrifice follows a similar feature to games like Dark Souls or Demon's Souls, it is possible that summoned players can either assist the player or turn against them and kill them.
Factions in Salt and Sacrifice
Players can join Factions in Salt and Sacrifice which allows players to join special groups and engage in roleplay and online co-op or pvp. Six Factions will be available for players to unlock by fully completing a multiplayer session under a faction, a token will then be awarded to players to be used to purchase special equipment from that certain faction. For more information on the individual Factions, head over to the Factions page.
The following are the six factions that players can join:
- Dawnlight Cooperators
- Oathbound Watchers
- Sheriff Inquisitors
- Shroud alliance
- Blueheart Runners
- Chaos Hunter
Multiplayer Items
There are specific items that players will find or come across through exploration or game progression in multiplayer mode with other party members. these items benefit players or party members, some of these items can only be used in PvE mode while some can be used in PvP mode, some may be accessible through PvE or PvP. Below are some of the Multiplayer Items that are in game. To learn more about the Multiplayer mode, or the Multiplayer Items of Salt and Sacrifice, head over to our Multiplayer page.
What to Expect in Combat?
Back in June of 2021, Ska Studios has shared and released a 10-minute gameplay footage showcasing what to expect for Salt and Sacrifice. And there are interesting features that need to be highlighted.
Grappling Hook
As seen on the gameplay footage, you'll be able to acquire a Grappling Hook which allows you to reach branches and targets to swing and get onto high ground and areas that are high to set foot on.
Wall Jump
Another movement maneuver is being able to wall jump. This can help with movement and even combat as well, especially in cases if you are caught up against a wall by enemies.
Crafting
Crafting plays an important role for Salt and Sacrifice. You will need to collect Materials in ordert to craft items such as a Potion that recovers your health.
Summoning
Apart from playing with a friend online or locally, you can now use a summon item that will allow you to randomly call a player and have them join your game. But as always, this feature requires both players to be online.
Weapons
Familiar weapons return to Salt and Sacrifice such as Daggers, Swords, Staves, Axes, Hammers, Shields, and Bows. More types of weapons are expected to be available and revealed as we reach the game's full release.
Equipment
Equipment plays an important role when it comes to combat. Armor pieces and/or sets still comes with a certain amount of weight, and equipping heavy gear will affect some combat moves such as rolling. It was showcased as well in the gameplay footage that "fat rolls" are prominently seen when the character is wearing heavy armor and when it is unequipped, the character is able to execute a fast and smooth roll.
Basic Controls in Salt and Sacrifice
A set of basic controls that players use throughout the entirety of the game for game progression and exploration. To know the specific button for the controls for either keyboard and mouse controls or joystick controls, head over to our Controls page.
Light/ Heavy Attack
Performing either one of the attack options with the equipped weapon will either deal a higher or lower amount of damage to Enemies.
Jump
Performing the jump mechanics is used to dodge Enemies, get to higher platforms to be able to grab or drop from ledges or get across gaps in between platforms.
Use/ Use Item
Performing either one of the use options will allow players to interact with various objects in their inventory or interact with their surrounding environment.
Roll
Players can choose a direction to dodge and the players' character will perform a roll. Performing a roll also allows players to evade an enemy's attack or to get past the Enemies.
Switch Loadout
Players may switch loadouts to change the players' equipment to a new set of equipment. The weight of the loadout also affects the player's speed if the equipment in said loadout has heavier equipment.
Block/ Parry
Players can perform a block with either their weapon or their shields, blocking will take up some stamina and may cause chip damage if the defense of the equipped item is low. Players can perform a parry by performing a light attack while blocking. If this action is timed perfectly when the enemy attacks, the player will perform a parry.
Everything we know about Salt and Sacrifice: The Traitor's Tomb
What to Expect in The Traitor's Tomb?
It was announced by Ska Studios that Salt and Sacrifice will be released on Steam and Nintendo Switch along with the major update Patch 2.0.0.0 The Traitor's Tomb on all platforms. You can expect a new area to explore as well as several new NPCs and enemies,
New Content in The Traitor's Tomb
New Area to Explore
The Traitor's Tomb will feature an all-new area where you can head to and explore. Descend into the mysterious Heart of Altarstone, an expansive new dungeon hiding the Marked Inquisition's darkest secrets.
To do so, players will need to head to Bol Gerahn and look for the merchant in the Unclean Oasis. Once you find him, speak to him and he will give you a bottle of Altarstone Vintage to start you off on your journey. Head back to Pardoner's Vale and head down to speak with Runereader Diedela and give her the bottle of Altarstone Vintage and she will give you the runes to Heart of Altarstone.
With new areas and secrets to explore, are new NPCs, Enemies and Bosses for players to encounter. New enemies such as smaller cloaked enemies carrying daggers, swords, or dual swords to larger enemies that resemble mummies or rats that carry giant sabers. New Bosses with different fighting techniques such as The Keeper and the kin, Shirenna, True Herbalist, and the Four Divines to name a few.
PvP and PvE Content
The PvE allows players to cooperate with fellow Inquisitors to defeat waves of monsters and can be accessed through the pillars under the tab "Trials of the Brave". Players may obtain a PvE boss gauntlet through participating in PvE arenas. As for the PvP arena, players can engage in a battle among up to six inquisitors under the tab "Inquisitors' Tribute". A variety of range, timing, and visual effects are added to all weapon buffs and a new beacon type has been added to zones that allow fast traveling within the zone. Cross-play multiplayer has been added between all platforms.
Fixes and Improvements
- Skill tree window improvements - larger window and colors.
- Buy/Sell count wraps to easily go from 1 to max.
- Preventing camera zooming on remote players during some sequences.
- Rings and amulet items properly show if they've been crafted before.
- Plunge attack no longer completely drains stamina with scythe weapons.
- Fixed displaying some negative values in the UI.
- Mundane weapons will generate rage for offhand weapons.
- Tokens from fated hunts are guaranteed.
- Made a particularly hard jump in the swamp a bit easier.
- Dying from damage over time on a ladder is handled better.
- Added a hazeburnt commoner in Nowhere for off-line bestiary unlock.
- Fixed infinite "Obliterated" screen in some coop instances.
- Fixed some weapons swapping causing characters to lock up.
- Additional fixes.
Salt and Sacrifice The Traitor's Tomb |
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| Initial Release Date | November 7, 2023 |
| Platforms | PC (Epic Games, Steam), macOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, and PlayStation®4 |
| Developer/s | Devoured Studios, Ska Studios |
| Publisher/s | Ska Studios |
How to Access The Traidor's Tomb in Salt and Sacrifice
To access the new zone, Heart of Altarstone in the DLC The Traitors Tomb, first head to Bol Gerahn and look for the merchant by the bridges in the Unclean Oasis. When you reach Desolate Plain, make your way down to the Creeping Caves, continue down after the first zipline, and continue down the right. Jump onto the platform and walk through the secret wall to reach Unclear Oasis. Head down the stairs and make your way across the platforms and on the other side, you'll find an NPC. Speak to him to gain a bottle of Altarstone Vintage.
Head back to camp and speak with Runereader Diedela and give her the bottle of Altarstone Vintage, and you will obtain the runes for the Heart of Altarstone.
Salt and Sacrifice FAQs
Do I Need to play Salt and Sanctuary in order to play Salt and Sacrifice?
Salt and Sacrifice can be played without having to play Salt and Sanctuary. Although there is a change in art style for the sequel, the setting of the game sets in a different realm and time period, so there is no major connection between the two games in terms of storyline. This allows the game to played on its own.
Can I Customize my Character in Salt and Sacrifice?
Yes, there is Character Customization at the beginning of the game, there are various options players can choose to enhance the look of the character as well as giving them Classes, and Crimes. While the other options allow players to change the appearance of the character, Class and Crime impact the players' gameplay.
Is Salt and Sacrifice Recommended if I liked Dark Souls?
Definitely, Salt and Sacrifice was inspired by the Dark Souls games. The Salt franchise is a 2D Soulslike/ Metroidvania and share similarities from Dark Souls such as its dark fantasy theme of the environment.
Does Salt and Sacrifice have Multiplayer?
Yes! With the new free major update, crossplay is now available for players on different platforms to play with each other.
What Platforms is Salt and Sacrifice available on?
As of November 7, 2023, Salt and Sacrifice can be played on PC through Epic Games or Steam, on Nintendo Switch, Playstation®4, and PlayStation®5.
When is Salt and Sacrifice Released?
Salt and Sacrifice has been released on May 10, 2022 on PC on the Epic Games Store, Playstation®4, and PlayStation®5. On November 7, 2023 it was released on Steam, as well as the Nintendo Switch.
Can i Play Salt and Sacrifice on a macOS?
Yes, players are able to play Salt and Sacrifice on a macOS, given that it has the minimum requirements to play the game.
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Imho the game is extremely inferior compared to the last game, and not just the annoying mage hunts and maze-like locations, and not even the same gameplay flaws of the last game, where the only strategy is just ditching as much damage as possible in shortest time, but the story line is complete ****. Now compare it to the mysterious and freaky story the last game's island had :/ All in all, pretty bummed out about the whole thing, never replaying it again, had to suffer through just because of the love for the first game
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I already have withdrawal symptoms from this game and it's not even released yet.
I have a problem, some time into the game, for some reason, every "flippable" items on characters (long hair, mantles, hanging weapons etc) will randomly flip upward, as if gravity was suddenly reversed. If it wasn't for this annoying problem, I'd be happy to try this game throughly
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