The game's plot involves an archmage named Abraxis and his efforts in a secret underground tomb to practice magic far from civilization.

[3] The player takes on the role of various adventurers who have arrived at this strange, otherworldly Necropolis with unknown motivations—loot, glory, and exile all give way to the need for escape.

[3][5] As in most "rogue-lite" games, death results in a permanent loss of items and progress, and requires the player to begin a new save file.

Hardcore Gamer stated that Everist's score was "incredible", which providing several "haunting, orchestral yet minimalistic themes that perfectly fit the mood without ever overshadowing things".

[10] Destructoid took issue with the game's unengaging structure, crafting, and lack of content while finding the combat and multiplayer fun.

[24] PC Gamer gave the game 68 out of 100, saying, "Ghoulish creature design and fun combat are weakened by long boring stretches, clueless AI, and snickering obscurity.