Angeldust

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Angeldust is a single player and multiplayer open world role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Metagaming B.V. and was released on December 21, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Angeldust is a Fantasy Open World game that offers both single-player and massively multiplayer experiences, with a focus on co-op play. Explore vast magical worlds, battle fearsome creatures, and craft beautiful buildings with over 450 materials. Join millions of players in this critically acclaimed game, with 275+ creatures to discover, 25+ landscapes to explore, and PvP 'Hero battle!'" – 263 characters.

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graphics44 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

The game has a unique 2D character design in a 3D world, which many players find charming and enjoyable.
The building mechanics are interesting, allowing for creative expression with a variety of blocks.
The developer is actively engaged with the community, hosting live streams and responding to player feedback.

The game lacks content and direction, leading to repetitive gameplay with little to do beyond exploring and building.
Movement is slow and clunky, which can detract from the overall experience.
There is no tutorial or guidance for new players, making it difficult to understand the game's mechanics and objectives.

graphics
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a unique blend of 2D and 3D elements, which some players find refreshing and visually appealing, while others criticize them as outdated or low-resolution. Despite mixed opinions on the overall quality, many appreciate the game's ability to run smoothly on lower-end hardware, and recent updates have improved the visual experience. The art style, described as cute and cartoonish, resonates with some players, although it may not appeal to everyone due to its simplicity and perceived lack of depth.
- “The graphics for this game are really next gen.”
- “Amazingly fun game, and even with the current lack of combat features, the world is amazingly designed, and the 2D graphics mixed with a 3D world is extremely appealing to the eye.”
- “Super fun game with exceptional graphics!”
- “The graphics may look outdated and cartoony, but that's the whole point.”
- “While the 2D art styles in this game do look cute and impressive, they feel out of place in the ugly and chunky environment that you'll be spending most of your time in.”
- “These graphics are so f*cking nasty.”
gameplay
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of building, exploration, and combat, with players collecting resources and fighting monsters, which can be enjoyable, especially in co-op mode. However, many reviewers noted a lack of depth and variety, with repetitive mechanics and insufficient challenges, leading to a sense of boredom after extended play. While the building mechanics and art style received praise, the overall gameplay experience is seen as needing more polish and engaging content to sustain long-term interest.
- “Also the fact that you can play and build with others definitely ups the value of gameplay.”
- “Its a pretty cool game, with interesting mechanics such as being able to claim any part of the world, a lot of things to discover, monsters, trees, blocks, and the ability to ride some monsters.”
- “Gameplay: 10/10 very good”
- “The gameplay is boring after 15.1 hours; there are no real progression systems or mechanics, and there's clunky movement and combat controls.”
- “The game appears very intriguing at first, but after 100 levels of repetition with increasing difficulty, there seems to be nothing new to unlock, resulting in a vicious cycle of gameplay.”
- “Most of the gameplay in this game is just a grind, simply put, it's a waste of your time.”
story
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and meaningful quests, with players noting that it feels more like a sandbox experience focused on building and resource gathering rather than a narrative-driven adventure. Many reviewers express frustration over the absence of a coherent plot or engaging objectives, suggesting that the game would benefit from a more structured quest system and better guidance for players. Overall, while the building mechanics are appreciated, the game is seen as lacking in story and direction.
- “In true sandbox fashion, Angeldust opens up its world for those who want to be builders or adventurers, with a building system that looks similar to Minecraft or even Trove, daily quests to take on, and world bosses to defeat.”
- “While the game is a bit barebones at the moment, as a suggestion to the developers, please add some sort of quest or achievement system outside of just discovering new things, which makes this unsettling like No Man's Sky.”
- “And a tutorial or cinematic before you log in explaining the basic story of the game (if there is any lore) and the basic controls because when I logged in I was pushing keys to see what happened because of no tutorial.”
- “For instance, there is no plot or goal of any sort.”
- “There is no such thing as a community here; there is no struggle. The game has no plot and no meaning. You explore, you kill different things, build a house, and that's the end. You can't even talk to anybody.”
- “If the game gets levels, actual adventure style mode, objectives, quests, and the like, it might be worth revisiting.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as enjoyable and atmospheric, enhancing the exploration experience and setting a fun tone. However, some reviewers find it to be standard for mobile games, with a few suggesting it could benefit from a more engaging rhythm game mechanic. Overall, while the soundtrack adds to the ambiance, it may not be enough to elevate the game's overall appeal.
- “The music is quite enjoyable as you explore the entire map.”
- “The music really adds to the atmosphere and always made me curious what new creature I would be up against.”
- “The quirky soundtrack sets a fun tone throughout your voyage through the amazing sights and creatures to be seen in the world of Angeldust!”
- “The music is ok, the concept is garbage.”
- “Music: 4/10 pretty standard for phone games.”
- “If the game was still free-to-play, I would totally recommend it as a relaxing game to play when you just want to sit down with some music in the background, but it's not really 'game enough' for the lack of a better term.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players praising the hilarious voice lines and amusing interactions, particularly the absurdity of killing pheasants. While some find the humor entertaining enough to enjoy the game with friends, others note that the novelty wears off quickly, leading to a mix of laughter and boredom. Overall, the game's comedic elements are appreciated, even if they can be hit-or-miss.
- “The voice lines are absolutely hilarious.”
- “I started off laughing at this game, but I played it for long enough and now I have an awesome time playing it with people, killing bosses, finding new enemies, and building great worlds.”
- “This is hilarious because of how bad it is; download it, play it for an hour, laugh your ass off, uninstall.”
- “You're not funny!”
- “You're not funny!”
- “You're not funny!”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often describing combat as boring and lacking depth, with poor movement controls that hinder enjoyment. While some appreciate the potential for social interaction and creating in-game experiences, many feel that the grind for gold, primarily used for vanity items, lacks meaningful rewards and can become frustratingly monotonous. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the game's initial appeal.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Cool concept, but it's implemented in a boring, grindy, and repetitive way.”
- “Smacking something 30 times with the same attack gets boring quickly; the gold is used for vanity options, block appearances, and some skills/weapons depending on class, but other than that, it has no use and gets quickly tedious to farm.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is a point of contention, with some users appreciating the absence of DLCs and microtransactions in a paid format, while others criticize the game itself, suggesting that the lack of additional content does not justify its cost. Overall, the game is described as completely free with no microtransactions, but opinions on its value vary significantly.
- “Completely free, 0 microtransactions.”
- “It is crucial that it is a paid game because there are no DLCs or in-app purchases.”
- “That's what my life is missing... a crappy t-shirt advertising what could only be described as the worst game known to man.”
- “- completely free, 0 microtransactions.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is criticized for being plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with the hotbar and overall gameplay. Players report a lack of engaging content and a sparse online community, contributing to a frustrating experience.
- “Although this game is not perfect, it has some visual and gameplay glitches.”
- “Hotbar glitches.”
- “Not enjoyable, buggy, nothing to do, and honestly nobody is online.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth performance that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate its ability to serve as a fun, casual time killer, despite some concerns about content depth. The development team is noted for being responsive to player feedback, which adds to the game's potential for growth.
- “This game is worth it, so performance friendly and a pretty good little time killer. It's fun enough just to adventure and build.”
- “I like this game very much; it has great potential. Although the current content is not mature and rich, the production team has been listening to the views of the players, which is very rare. The game characters are very interesting, and you can experience the thrill of building. This game is also very carefully optimized, making it worthy of long-term attention.”
- “The performance of the game is great.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its engaging music, which sparks curiosity about upcoming challenges, while the unique blend of 2D art in a 3D space and a cartoonish style contribute to its charm. However, some voice acting choices and technical issues, like overly sensitive mouse controls, detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the game's upbeat vibe creates a palpable and distinctive atmosphere that resonates with players.
- “The game has a certain charm to it that I haven't been able to find in Minecraft ever since Notch stepped out. It's palpable yet something that cannot be described with words; it might be the upbeat atmosphere of the game, the attempt to bring a 2D art form into a 3D space, or maybe it is just the cartoonish style of the game.”
- “The music really adds to the atmosphere and always made me curious what new creature I would be up against.”
- “Let it be said that there are no sliders in the game's options menu on preset buttons, the mouse sensitivity is speedrun levels of sensitive even on low with normal being borderline unplayable. The voice acting for the warrior/knight/fighter sounds like the development team found the edgiest sounding person living near them at the time and threw him into an audio booth saying, 'Yeah, you know what, just say these lines as if you are trying out to be the next Batman.' But the game has a certain charm to it that I haven't been able to find in Minecraft ever since Notch stepped out. It's palpable yet something that cannot be described with words; it might be the upbeat atmosphere of the game (except for the hurt noises), the attempt to bring a 2D art form into a 3D space, or maybe it is just the cartoonish style of the game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game has been overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing strong dissatisfaction and a desire to never engage with it again.