A Legend of Luca
- April 5, 2016
- Legend Studio
- 9h median play time
Get on Steam"A Legend of Luca" is a VR rogue-like game where players explore procedurally generated dungeons to defeat bosses and claim the corrupted Weapons of Virtue. With seven unique weapons, each having their own strengths, weaknesses, and lore, players must upgrade and utilize them to restore prosperity and defeat the treacherous god, Vulcan. The Isaac-style room exploration adds an element of surprise, making each playthrough a new experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique art style and immersive VR experience that captures the feel of classic dungeon crawlers.
- The developer is responsive to feedback and has made significant improvements to gameplay mechanics, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game offers good replayability with procedurally generated levels and a variety of weapons and upgrades.
- The control scheme is unintuitive, making navigation and combat awkward, especially with the lack of turning controls.
- The enemy AI is simplistic, often resulting in a lack of challenge and engagement during combat.
- The game suffers from usability issues, such as unclear item mechanics and a confusing inventory system.
- music41 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the catchy soundtracks and chiptune influences, while others find them out of place or lacking in variety. Some highlight the engaging boss fight music and atmospheric tunes that enhance the gameplay experience, though a few users express a desire for improvements or alternatives. Overall, the music is generally seen as a positive aspect, contributing to the game's immersive and enjoyable atmosphere.
“The music, art, and other gameplay aspects were very neat and immersive.”
“Dropped into the middle of a medieval fantasy dungeon, gaining upgrades and weapons, fighting bosses that tower over you, and a kickass soundtrack!”
“There's definitely room for improvement but man, that soundtrack alone is worth a purchase.”
“The music is not good for it (the dev said he is trying to change that), so shut it off and play your own.”
“One of the issues that plagued the game was a lack of music, except when fighting bosses, which has been fixed.”
“The 8-bit graphics and chiptune music are out of place among the smooth 3D models and realistic sound effects.”
- gameplay31 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of immersive experiences and challenges, with some players appreciating the unique mechanics and VR capabilities, while others criticize the lack of clarity in game mechanics and overly simplistic core gameplay. The game offers a variety of mechanics, but some feel that certain elements, like the sword combat, are inconsistent and vague. Overall, while the game has potential and is enjoyable for its price, it may not meet the expectations of those seeking deeper gameplay complexity.
“Immersion is good, gameplay is good.”
“The music, art, and other gameplay aspects were very neat and immersive.”
“This is Binding of Isaac VR, and the dev has done a good job of translating Isaac's gameplay to VR.”
“Presenting me with too many things all at once that are important to gameplay without explaining what any of them are.”
“Core gameplay is too simplistic and somehow just not exciting.”
“However, my gameplay experience was very different from the trailers and screenshots.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and aesthetics as visually appealing and well-executed, particularly in VR settings. However, some users note inconsistencies in asset quality and suggest that certain elements, like the 8-bit graphics, feel out of place compared to the overall design. While the graphics are generally considered a strength, there are calls for further refinement to enhance the overall experience.
“The aesthetics of this game are good.”
“The graphics are simple and look top notch on the Vive.”
“The graphics have a really nice comicy look to them.”
“The 8-bit graphics and chiptune music are out of place among the smooth 3D models and realistic sound effects.”
“Just a personal pet peeve here, I mentioned earlier that some of the enemies do not match each other's art styles... well that is an issue throughout the game; if you go through the screenshots you may notice this, but many of the assets have wildly varying quality.”
“The graphics and the amount of work the developer has put into the game is there; it just needs a tiny bit of extra work before I can give it my seal of approval.”
- replayability16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its rogue-like elements and procedurally generated dungeons, providing a fresh experience with each playthrough. While some players noted a lack of weapon and upgrade diversity, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a compelling and challenging experience that encourages repeated play, making it a standout in the VR genre. Its reasonable pricing further enhances its value for players seeking longevity in gameplay.
“The rogue-like aspect and the randomly generated dungeons bring a lot of replay value.”
“Super high replayability in the randomly generated dungeons and many different items and weapons to find.”
“Sure there are a few flaws here and there in terms of diversity, replayability, or quality of life, but mark my words those factors will all be improved upon in time.”
“The replay value is almost comparable to endless arcade games, but it also has the sense of progression that comes with RPGs.”
“It's really cool to see a VR rogue-like like this, and it has a lot of replay value and that 'let me try one more time' vibe.”
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing a desire for a more developed campaign narrative and deeper plot elements beyond the minimal dialogue provided. While the lack of a substantial story is noted, it doesn't significantly detract from the overall experience for some users, who are more focused on gameplay mechanics and multiplayer features. Overall, the potential for a richer narrative is acknowledged, but current offerings are seen as limited.
“For me personally, I prefer more of a 'campaign' story in which you have a goal, and looking at that, I prefer Vanishing Realms since they have a similar look and vibe.”
“Can't wait for the serious dungeon crawlers to come - first person multiplayer, lots of gear, rare drops, quests, quests, quests... VR future looking bright... keep up the good work!”
“For me personally, I prefer more of a campaign story in which you have a goal, and looking at that, I prefer Vanishing Realms since they have a similar look and vibe.”
“Also, the description of this game implied that there would be a lot more plot than only a few lines of dialogue at the very beginning.”
“There isn't really any story to speak of, other than some short narration, but hardly a deal breaker in my book.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its superb optimization, allowing for consistent performance and reliability without crashes or frame rate dips, even on older hardware like the 980ti. While the graphics and sound are considered strengths, the overall gameplay experience is seen as lacking depth and difficulty, making it more suitable for a one-time playthrough.
“Performance in this game is superb.”
“It's an okay dungeon crawler and is also very optimized; I managed to boost my settings up to 2.3 with a 980 Ti.”
“What Luca has going for it is the 'World of Warcraft' feeling assets, good music that fits the game (by the way, Bryan, much better than the shred metal), great weapon design, and consistent performance and reliability (no crashes or FPS dips) and an excellent GUI.”
“It's an okay dungeon crawler, and it is optimized well enough that I managed to get my settings up to 2.3 with a 980 Ti.”
“If I were to give a score, it would be 6/10, where graphics, sound, and performance are its strengths, but the lack of depth and difficulty makes it a one-time playthrough after completing it.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game evokes a strong sense of emotional immersion, allowing players to feel like powerful giants navigating a space filled with threats. The intuitive locomotion system enhances this experience, enabling players to move freely while maintaining focus on their surroundings and interactions.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the new music as a key element that creates a pleasant and immersive experience.
“The new music is really nice and atmospheric too.”
“The atmosphere is pleasant, mostly due to the music.”
