Balantica
- December 16, 2024
- Team Hanzan
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamBalancing Hope Managing the Hope of Two Souls Assigning cards to the twins adds hope to each side of the scale. If the difference in their hope grows too large, the scale will tip, and its balance will begin to falter. When the scale tips completely and balance cannot be restored, its health decreases. Additionally, failing to accumulate enough hope to surpass the set despair value for each tri…
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Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is engaging and fun, with interesting mechanics that provide a fresh take on the roguelike genre.
- It's free to play, making it an excellent opportunity for players to try out a well-crafted game without any cost.
- The game suffers from a lack of difficulty, making it too easy for players to progress without much challenge.
- The story is underdeveloped and could benefit from more focus and depth to enhance the overall narrative experience.
- Limited playtime and replayability may leave some players wanting more content after a few runs.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by beautiful art direction and unique mechanics that set it apart from other deckbuilders, despite some similarities to titles like "Don't Starve" and "Slay the Spire." While the mechanics are engaging and offer a fun challenge through the "trials" aspect, the overall replayability is limited, with most players finding around two hours of enjoyment before it feels repetitive.
“Beautiful art direction and interesting game mechanics.”
“The main gameplay mechanics are great and engaging.”
“It has a little replayability but probably not enough for more than 2 hours of gameplay currently.”
“Despite being almost identical mechanically, this still feels like an entirely new concept and makes use of very similar art and themes as Don't Starve.”
“These are unique mechanics that you would not experience with any other deckbuilder.”
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story in this strategy game is described as familiar yet new, with good writing that complements the overall feel, though it lacks a significant "wow" factor. While the narrative is engaging, it is limited by a single storyline route, which diminishes replay value. However, the unique deck-building mechanics and well-executed artwork contribute to a compelling experience, with some tragic events adding depth to the short narrative.
“This strategy game feels both familiar while telling a new story.”
“One of the most unique deck builders I've ever played; the artwork and story throughout are well done. Some of the events are absolutely tragic. It's short but has a ton of replayability for a free-to-play game.”
“The writing itself is good, but it does not focus too much on the story. I personally think it has much more potential in this regard, so I would recommend the developer to work on it a bit more, as I like the overall concept.”
“The main negative point would be that there is only one route for the story, which restricts the replay value.”
“There is no wow effect when you experience it, but it fits well with the story and overall feel of the game.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in this unique deck builder are praised for their well-executed artwork and storytelling, enhancing the game's emotional depth. Despite its brevity, the visuals contribute to a high replayability factor, making it a standout in the free-to-play genre.
“The artwork and story throughout are well done, making it one of the most unique deck builders I've ever played.”
“Some of the events are absolutely tragic, showcasing the depth of the graphics and narrative.”
“It's short but has a ton of replayability for a free-to-play game.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to its single story route, which may only sustain interest for a couple of hours. However, it is praised for its unique deck-building mechanics and engaging artwork, with some players finding significant replay value in its free-to-play model despite its brevity.
“One of the most unique deck builders I've ever played. The artwork and story throughout are well done, and some of the events are absolutely tragic. It's short but has a ton of replayability for a free-to-play game.”
“It has a little replayability but probably not enough for more than 2 hours of gameplay currently.”
“The main negative point would be that there is only one route for the story, which restricts the replay value.”
“It's short but has a ton of replayability for a free to play.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many users noting that the soundtrack complements the gameplay effectively. Some players highlighted specific tracks that stood out, contributing to memorable moments within the game. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, adding depth and emotional resonance to the gaming experience.
