Salt and Sacrifice has a definite step up from its predecessor, Salt and Sanctuary. The newest release features an upgraded combat system, an array of classes and abilities, and some very polished visuals compared to the gritty look of the original. But that doesn't mean it's an entirely different game, at its core, Salt and Sacrifice very much feels like the Indie title that started the series, with a "general feel" that matches the tone of the first game. Because of this, players should be prepared when undertaking their journey through the latest side-scrolling adventure, as it's every bit as punishing as the title that inspired it, if not more so.