A Legend of Luca

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A Legend of Luca is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Legend Studio and was released on April 5, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

"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.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 350 reviews

music44 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a unique VR experience that combines elements of classic dungeon crawlers like Zelda with roguelike mechanics, providing a fun and engaging gameplay loop.
The developer is responsive to feedback and has made significant improvements to the game over time, enhancing the overall experience and addressing player concerns.
The art style and music are well-received, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that many players enjoy.

The control scheme is unintuitive, with issues such as having to physically turn to navigate and a lack of clear instructions for using items and abilities.
Gameplay can feel repetitive due to limited enemy variety and a lack of depth in combat mechanics, leading to a less engaging experience over time.
The game suffers from usability issues, such as getting stuck on walls and objects, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.

music
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 cliche. Some highlight the immersive atmosphere created by the music, especially during boss fights, while a few express a desire for more variety or a different style. Overall, the soundtrack is generally considered a strong point, contributing positively to the gameplay experience.
- “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!”
- “The soundtrack is amazing.”
- “The music is not good for it (the dev said he is trying to change that), so shut it off and play your own.”
- “The 8-bit graphics and chiptune music are out of place among the smooth 3D models and realistic sound effects.”
- “One of the issues that plagued the game was a lack of music, except when fighting bosses, which has been fixed.”
gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of immersive experiences and significant challenges, with some players feeling overwhelmed by the lack of clear explanations for mechanics. While the VR implementation and mechanics are praised, many find the core gameplay simplistic and lacking excitement, with specific criticisms regarding the sword mechanics and shop relevance. Overall, the game offers a decent experience for its price, but players recommend a larger play area for optimal enjoyment.
- “Immersion is good, gameplay is good.”
- “The music, art, and other gameplay aspects were very neat and immersive.”
- “It has really great and spot-on game mechanics.”
- “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.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and aesthetic appeal, describing it as neat, cartoony, and solid. However, some users note inconsistencies in asset quality and a mismatch in art styles among enemies, suggesting that while the graphics are generally good, they could benefit from further refinement. Overall, the visuals are considered a strength of the game, but there are calls for updates to address certain issues.
- “The graphics are simple and look top notch on the Vive.”
- “The graphics and music are spot on; the only thing I feel is missing is a save feature in case you have to come off quickly.”
- “The graphics have a real 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.”
replayability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability due to its rogue-like elements and procedurally generated dungeons, offering a fresh experience with each playthrough. While some players noted a lack of weapon and upgrade diversity, the overall value and engaging gameplay make it a standout in the VR genre. Many reviewers emphasize its challenge and the addictive "one more try" appeal, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking replay value.
- “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.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth, featuring only minimal narration and a few lines of dialogue, which leaves players desiring a more substantial campaign experience. Many users express a preference for a more goal-oriented narrative, similar to other titles like "Vanishing Realms," and feel that the game's promotional materials suggested a richer plot than what is delivered. Overall, while the story may not be a strong point, it is not seen as a major drawback for players focused on gameplay.
- “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, 10/10 for listening to the players!”
- “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.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting superb performance and reliability, including no crashes or frame rate dips. Players have successfully increased their settings significantly without issues, highlighting the game's strong graphics and sound as key strengths. However, despite its technical merits, the overall gameplay experience is considered lacking in depth and difficulty.
- “Performance on this game is superb.”
- “It's an okay dungeon crawler and is also very optimized; I managed to up my settings 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.”
- “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.”
- “It's an okay dungeon crawler, and it is optimized enough that I managed to increase my settings up to 2.3 with a 980 Ti.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional engagement, feeling a sense of power and vulnerability as they navigate the game world, likening the experience to being a giant observing from above while evading monsters. The innovative locomotion system enhances this emotional connection, allowing for immersive movement and aiming simultaneously.
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the pleasant ambiance created primarily by the new, atmospheric music. This musical element significantly enhances the overall experience, contributing to a positive and immersive environment.
- “The new music is really nice and atmospheric too.”
- “The atmosphere is pleasant, mostly due to the music.”