Crisol: Theater of Idols is the Horror Distraction We Needed! | The GamePlay Corner

Welcome back to another video, this time we are here with Vermila Studios and Blumhouse Games “Crisol: Theater of Idols”!

This is a unique first-person shoot based on folklore and religion out of Spain! This was for sure one of our top games of Summer Game Fest 2025 and we had the amazing opportunity to review the game!

Check back soon for our in-depth review, but for now enjoy this thrilling gameplay from s0leb!

CRISOL: THEATER OF IDOLS

Dive into a unique first-person horror adventure where folklore and religion intertwine in a nightmarish version of Spain. Players will navigate a world steeped in eerie legends and sacred rituals, facing terrifying statues of saints that come to life. In a desperate fight for survival, players must sacrifice their own blood to use as ammunition against the horrors that lurk around every corner.

Gameplay and Mechanics

Blood as ammo: Your health is your ammunition; shooting drains your life, forcing strategic combat and resource management.

Resource management: You can extract blood from fallen enemies to replenish your reserves, but every shot is a calculated risk.

Upgrades: Improve your blood-based powers and weapons as you progress.

Exploration: Navigate eerie landscapes, ruins, and streets on the island of Tormentosa, uncovering lore and secrets.

Setting and Story

World: A twisted, apocalyptic vision of Spain inspired by folklore, religious iconography, and historical elements.

Enemies: Face terrifying, animated statues of saints and other horrors.

Narrative: A soldier accepts a divine mission from a Sun God, which becomes a curse, blurring the lines between faith and madness.

Available Now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam).

Caleb Gayle
Caleb Gayle
Media Editor via Cinelinx.com | Co-Founder 2nd Opinion Pro | Married @Dara_Potato | @Poplco Ambassador | Writer @Palestine Herald Press | #GameIndustry Vet 17+

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