Ark's Wonder Dungeon

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"Ark's Wonder Dungeon" is a simplistic yet challenging dungeon crawling game with complex ATB battles similar to 90s JRPGs. Success relies on resource management and assessing equipment to assemble a strong team. With over 200 combat items, ever-growing events, and 35+ unique campfire stories, mastery of given resources is crucial. The narrative and characters evolve as progress is made, with chatty and strategic elements keeping players engaged.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics16 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Charming art style and engaging gameplay with a lot of content, providing great replayability.
The game features a good balance of strategy and decision-making, making each run feel unique and rewarding.
Snappy menus and a well-paced experience that doesn't waste players' time, perfect for a roguelike where dying is common.

Lacks native controller support, requiring some mouse usage for certain elements.
The game can be overwhelming for new players due to its complex mechanics and unclear iconography.
Some gameplay elements and enemy buffs are not well explained, leading to confusion during runs.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
21%
13%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming, hand-drawn art style that evokes a whimsical and simplistic aesthetic, reminiscent of MS Paint. While some players appreciate the unique and creative visuals, others find the story elements less polished, likening them to the work of a child. Overall, the art style effectively complements the game's atmosphere and contributes to its replayability, despite some critiques regarding its simplicity.
- “The graphics are very striking with that hand-drawn style, while the story part looks like it was drawn by a 6 year old.”
- “I personally enjoyed the art style and it ties nicely into the atmosphere of the story.”
- “Super cute RPG with a charming MS Paint art style.”
- “The graphics are very striking with that hand-drawn style, while the story part looks like it was drawn by a 6-year-old.”
- “I think there will be people who will hesitate to play it as well based on a simplistic store page and deceptive graphics.”
- “First things first: the art style.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
25%
15%
The game's story is described as intriguing and rewarding, featuring a dark narrative set in a dungeon with a unique atmosphere. While some players find the storytelling vague and simplistic, the creative characters and lore encourage exploration and replayability. Overall, the combination of a charming art style and a compelling, albeit strange, storyline enhances the gaming experience.
- “The story is very fun and rewarding.”
- “Also, I really enjoy the art style, and the story is strange and vague enough to keep me interested and looking through various flavor text for more lore.”
- “The story is interesting so far; this weird dungeon was built underneath a desert to experiment on a poor girl who has been trained to become a violent killing machine on random monsters.”
- “The graphics are very striking with that hand-drawn style, while the story part looks like it was drawn by a 6 year old.”
- “I really like the music, the atmosphere of this dungeon is very strange and it's got a crude but enjoyable art style, but I don't know too much about the story yet.”
- “But like I said, the story, artwork, dialogue, etc. are all pretty wholesome.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay is characterized as a chaotic yet structured JRPG roguelike, offering an interesting blend of strategy and luck. However, players have noted that certain mechanics, like the "agility" stat, can be overwhelming and lack clarity, suggesting that the game could benefit from further refinement to enhance the overall experience. Despite these issues, the creativity and passion of the indie developer shine through.
- “Gameplay: well it is a JRPG roguelike; that's what's on the tin and this is what it is.”
- “It's obvious that the game was made by a passionate indie developer who has a lot of ideas and creativity, so I think the gameplay needs just a little bit of polishing and clarity to really make the game shine.”
- “The gameplay is chaotic, but there is an order to it, which makes the gameplay interesting while not being entirely reliant on luck.”
- “Gameplay: well it is a JRPG roguelike, that's what's on the tin and this is what it is.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
Players find the game highly replayable, appreciating the value it offers despite having set bosses. The combination of a simplistic art style and a dark narrative enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable to revisit.
- “Great value for cost considering replayability.”
- “Boasting probably an equal amount of replayability and an equally simplistic art style, this game has a nice dark tinge to its story as well.”
- “The game and world are replayable even with set bosses.”
- “First - replayability.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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25%
The music and sound design in the game are well-received, with players noting that the soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the gameplay. Many find themselves fond of the tunes, particularly highlighting a standout area where the music is described as a "total jam." Overall, the combination of entertaining characters and engaging music contributes positively to the game's experience.
- “The music and sound design are good; you will grow fond of the things you hear.”
- “The characters are entertainingly written, the art is fun, the soundtrack is good, and oh man, the combat!”
- “I really like the music; the atmosphere of this dungeon is very strange, and it's got a crude but enjoyable art style.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a strange and immersive dungeon setting, enhanced by enjoyable music and a crude yet appealing art style. Players appreciate how the art complements the overall mood, contributing to a compelling experience that encourages further exploration.
- “I really like the music; the atmosphere of this dungeon is very strange, and it's got a crude but enjoyable art style. I don't know too much about the story yet, but it's definitely got a lot more playtime I want to get out of it for sure.”
- “I personally enjoyed the art style, and it ties nicely into the atmosphere of the story.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players appreciate the game's emphasis on optimization, as it encourages the creation of tailored builds to successfully defeat challenging secret bosses that demand specific conditions to be met. This aspect keeps the gameplay engaging and strategically rewarding.
- “The game stays interesting as you need to start making more optimized builds to beat the secret bosses, which require fulfilling certain conditions.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users highlight the emotional aspect of the game as being wholesome, with praise for its story, artwork, and dialogue, which collectively contribute to a positive and uplifting experience.
- “The story, artwork, and dialogue are all incredibly wholesome.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate that the game effectively addresses the often tedious grinding mechanics commonly found in roguelikes, enhancing their overall enjoyment and engagement.