Avernus

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Avernus is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by WaveCraft Audio and was released on January 20, 2023. It received neutral reviews from players.

Avernus is an atmospheric action-adventure game set in an ancient, mysterious tomb of a dead god. Delve into its labyrinthine halls, uncover its secrets and save the the last dregs of life from destruction.

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Single-Player

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a well-designed art style, creating an immersive atmosphere.
Combat is solid and engaging, with a good mix of melee and ranged options that require different strategies against various enemies.
The game offers a fair but challenging difficulty level, rewarding players for mastering its mechanics and providing a sense of accomplishment.

The game suffers from frustrating mechanics, such as losing experience points upon death and a clunky dodge system that disrupts gameplay flow.
Level design includes long stages with only one respawn point, making progress tedious and often requiring players to navigate through hordes of enemies repeatedly.
Controls can be laggy and unresponsive, leading to frustrating moments where players may fall off ledges or struggle with character movement.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
44%
25%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the implementation of Souls-like mechanics, which they find frustrating and penalizing, particularly due to issues like dash lag and lack of a shield or parry system. However, some players appreciate the unique blend of mechanics reminiscent of Bloodborne and Hollow Knight, as well as the bestiary mechanic that allows for character upgrades. Overall, while the game has potential, significant adjustments are needed to enhance the flow and enjoyment of gameplay.
- “Sounds cool, like mixing the mechanics of Bloodborne and Hollow Knight.”
- “There’s a mechanic that gives the player extra heals based on how much experience they absorb from defeated enemies, which is an interesting system.”
- “Maybe it gets upgraded as you progress, but as it is now, it's too short and it kills the flow. There is this little pause after the dash that just feels bad and is only there to penalize the player for using the mechanic that is supposed to make the game more fun and offer strategic options for defense.”
- “Game is souls-like with bullet hell aspects added, but no shield or parry mechanic.”
- “I don't know if the devs are still working on new content or balancing, but if they add a shield/parry mechanic, fix the dash lag, get rid of the forced two steps on the sling action (everything does not have to have such an immersion-wrecking penalty), and ease up on the falling off ledges and forced platforming aspect that doesn't add any quality to the game at all, I might change my recommendation to yes.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful visuals and unique enemy designs, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive art style and overall performance. However, some players feel that the stunning graphics can be overshadowed by the game's difficulty and balance issues. Overall, the graphics are rated positively, averaging around 8.5.
- “The art style looks awesome.”
- “Enemies have unique visuals.”
- “This game looks (and runs) great.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game is praised for its variety, featuring a mix of dark ambient melodies and energetic techno tracks for boss battles, contributing to an engaging auditory experience.
- “It varies from dark ambient melodies to faster techno boss battle music.”
- “The music varies from dark ambient melodies to faster techno boss battle music.”
- “I also want to give credit to the music.”
- “Sound and music: 7”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally considered decent, with a well-developed world that enhances the overall experience.
- “The story is engaging and the world is richly developed.”
- “The narrative is captivating, drawing you into the characters' journeys.”
- “The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, making for an unforgettable experience.”
- “The story feels underdeveloped and lacks depth.”
- “Character motivations are unclear, making it hard to connect with them.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While the game is well-polished and offers substantial content for its price, players find the grinding aspect tedious and unfulfilling, lacking the motivation to achieve goals or feel rewarded.
- “The full price of $14.99 seems fair because the game is well polished and has plenty of content, but it's not fun. It doesn't make you want to accomplish anything and doesn't feel rewarding; it just feels tedious.”
- “Grinding in this game is a chore rather than an engaging experience. It feels like a never-ending loop with no real sense of achievement.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a job than a source of entertainment. I found myself losing interest quickly.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a Greek-inspired sci-fi temple setting, featuring intricate level designs and menacing enemies that contribute to a tense and dark ambiance.
- “Everything from level designs to enemies has a Greek-inspired sci-fi temple setting with a tense, dark atmosphere.”