Battlerite

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Battlerite is a team-based, action-packed MOBA game where players engage in fast-paced and intense battles. Choose from a diverse roster of champions, each with unique abilities and playstyles, and outmaneuver your opponents in beautifully designed arenas. The game features multiple game modes, including a ranked system for competitive play, and allows for both solo and team play, making it a great choice for players looking for a challenging and engaging experience.

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+16

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,876 reviews

gameplay518 positive mentions

grinding379 negative mentions

Fast-paced, skill-based gameplay that focuses on team fights without the need for farming or items.
Diverse roster of champions, each with unique abilities and playstyles, allowing for a variety of strategies.
The game is free-to-play, making it accessible to a wider audience while maintaining a fair monetization model.

The player base has significantly dwindled, leading to long queue times and unbalanced matchmaking.
Developers have shifted focus to a separate Battle Royale game, leaving the original game feeling abandoned.
The introduction of items and changes to core mechanics have frustrated long-time players and altered the game's original appeal.

gameplay
1,250 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
56%
3%
The gameplay of Battlerite is widely praised for its fast-paced, skill-based mechanics that emphasize player reflexes and strategic decision-making. Players appreciate the absence of traditional MOBA elements like farming and objectives, allowing for quick, intense matches focused solely on combat. While the game offers a high skill ceiling and engaging mechanics, some users express concerns about the declining player base and matchmaking issues, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is fast, fluid, and has an incredibly high skill ceiling that rewards practice, hero/ability knowledge, and mechanical ability.”
- “Battlerite delivers on the promise every moba makes when you first look into them: non-stop action, fluid gameplay, and a competitive environment.”
- “The gameplay is extremely polished (blizzard-esque), though there is basically nothing else, no frills.”
- “The devs tried going for the cash grab and tried turning it into a battle royale during that era, but they failed to bring much to the table considering the core gameplay mechanics didn't work around their expectations.”
- “This game has become shit after that 'gameplay rework patch'.”
- “Sad to see such a promising game that shifted focus on loot boxes and microtransactions instead of actual gameplay improvements.”
grinding
515 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
19%
74%
The reviews highlight that the game effectively eliminates the tedious grinding and farming aspects commonly found in traditional MOBAs, allowing players to dive straight into fast-paced, skill-based combat. Players appreciate the focus on team fights without the lengthy setup of farming minions or managing items, making it ideal for those who prefer immediate action and competitive gameplay. Overall, it is described as a refreshing alternative for fans of the genre who are tired of the grindy elements typical of games like League of Legends or Dota 2.
- “Great gameplay, high adrenaline intense matches, no farming or creeps, just the business.”
- “No farming, no RNG, just skill.”
- “It's a game of pure skill, no luck, no farming, just positioning, timing, and whether or not yours is better than your opponents.”
- “It's super disappointing that this game never really got to shine, because it took what was good about mobas and distilled it to the best parts, cutting all the needless complexity and hours of soul-crushing grinding.”
- “I wish the game had more stages or things to do; as fun as it was to play the game when it came out, I got tired fast and more and more frustrated because I was stuck in platinum, with little to no distraction from the fact that I was grinding the game.”
- “In the end, I want to address the price of the game, as it is free-to-play you will have a lot of grinding to do to unlock every champion.”
graphics
281 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
46%
3%
The graphics of Battlerite have received generally positive feedback, with many players praising the high-quality visuals, smooth animations, and vibrant art style that enhances gameplay clarity. While some critiques mention a cartoonish aesthetic and occasional graphical glitches, the overall consensus highlights the game's polished graphics and effective design that cater to both casual and competitive players. Many reviewers appreciate the game's ability to run well on lower-end systems without sacrificing visual quality, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- “The graphics and performance are great.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, download is just 1GB.”
- “Fast matches, easy to use controls, graphics are pretty to look at.”
- “This source of historical sceneries incorporates and adjoins segments and communities to access a monotonous virulently landscape in a poly-cultural metonymical graphics.”
- “Connection to games is garbage, visuals suck wet misty balls and soundtrack might as well not be there because it sounds like 1 note being played on some garbage instrument.”
- “Very disappointing, was excited for something that would be a revival of Bloodline Champions but was instead some watered down garbage with a cancerous League of Legends art style and spammier gameplay.”
story
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
82%
4%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and character development, with many players noting that characters do not have significant backstories or personalities. While there are daily and weekly quests that provide some engagement, they are often seen as generic and uninspired, failing to enhance the overall narrative experience. Despite these shortcomings, some players appreciate the recent updates that have introduced a more rewarding quest system, though they still desire a more compelling storyline and character lore.
- “Fun and exciting community, champions, and story.”
- “Very good gameplay & story.”
- “After you finish the tutorial, the game will reward you with other daily quests, and I can state that it really has a well-thought-out rewarding system for the player.”
- “Characters don't have much of a personality or backstory.”
- “Amazing game, unfortunately abandoned by its studio; the Bloodline Champions story repeats itself, a shame!”
- “I might be speaking nonsense, but Battlerite's story can't convince me otherwise; it's very likely that this will be another failed experimental mode, a waste of time and resources.”
monetization
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
44%
48%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the heavy reliance on microtransactions and loot boxes, which detract from the core gameplay experience. While some players appreciate that all in-game purchases are cosmetic and do not affect gameplay, the overall sentiment reflects frustration over the lack of meaningful development and advertising, leading to a dwindling player base. The shift towards monetization over player engagement has left many feeling abandoned and disillusioned with the game's direction.
- “Fair in-game purchase.”
- “The fact that there are no pay-to-win features and all microtransactions are purely cosmetic also gives it a pass as an ethical game.”
- “Great fun arena game - quick, intense, skill-based matches - plenty of cool characters - ethical microtransactions.”
- “The game's monetization scheme has become abhorrent to the point where it enraged me so much that I had to punch a wall just to vent the utter rage that it has given me.”
- “They stripped this game of its unique style/theme and competitive nature down to what looks like a cosmetic cash grab game with little to no care or love put into it.”
- “What used to be a good game has become an absolute garbage cash grab game overnight.”
music
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
40%
5%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, while others find it mediocre and forgettable. Many appreciate the soundtrack's fit with the game's atmosphere, though some express a desire for more variety and improvement. Overall, opinions range from enthusiastic admiration to disappointment, highlighting a divide in player preferences regarding the music's impact.
- “I absolutely love the music in this game, it's crazy good.”
- “The music is really well done, and all the sounds in the game make the entire thing feel alive.”
- “This soundtrack is one of the best that I've ever heard.”
- “Connection to games is garbage, visuals suck wet misty balls and the soundtrack might as well not be there because it sounds like one note being played on some garbage instrument.”
- “The soundtrack is a bit lackluster and the diversity of the characters is less than stellar, not to mention the balance.”
- “Bland music.”
optimization
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
42%
14%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its ability to run smoothly on a variety of systems, including low-end PCs. However, some users report persistent performance issues such as stuttering and lag, particularly on higher-end setups, indicating that while the game is generally well-optimized, there are still areas that require improvement. Overall, the game's optimization is seen as a strong point, but it is not without its flaws.
- “I really commend the dev team for how well optimized this game is, a rarity in an age of high-end gaming systems that can compensate for bad optimization.”
- “It's extremely well optimized and runs smoothly with the team passionately working on the game.”
- “Very polished and optimized, so far I have yet to encounter a bug or a problem.”
- “Very good and innovative game, well balanced, optimized like shit.”
- “- badly optimized (running EVGA GTX 1080 FTW, i7 9700K 5.2GHz OC, 3200MHz 16GB RAM and still lag)”
- “It's unoptimized, it's full of bugs and it lacks content.”
humor
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
7%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the funny interactions and character designs, especially when playing with friends. Many find the matchmaking system and gameplay dynamics to be a source of humor, leading to unexpected and amusing situations. However, some players feel that the humor can become repetitive or overshadowed by frustrations in gameplay, particularly with team dynamics and character balance.
- “Quick and dynamic games, funny gameplay, really intense.”
- “The characters are well-designed, have their own personalities and funny sayings.”
- “This game is really awesome, smooth playstyle, nice playable characters and funny abilities.”
- “The humor in this game often falls flat, relying too much on funny bugs rather than clever writing.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes mostly missed the mark and felt forced.”
- “The attempts at humor were overshadowed by awkward moments that just weren't funny.”
replayability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
44%
9%
The game is widely praised for its high replayability, attributed to its diverse character roster, skill-based mechanics, and engaging gameplay. While some players express concerns about a limited number of champions currently affecting variety, many anticipate that future updates will enhance the experience further. Overall, it is considered a fun and competitive title with significant staying power, especially for those who enjoy experimenting with different strategies and champion combinations.
- “It's a game with incredible replay value and you don't get super mad even when you lose.”
- “Experimenting with different champion combos and battlerites increases the replayability of the game.”
- “This is an extremely replayable, balanced and exciting arena style PvP game.”
- “I wish there were more champions available though, because you see a lot of the same characters right now, and it is currently hurting the replayability of the game.”
- “Only con I can find is it loses its replayability due to lack of progress indicator; ranked update might fix this, but either way it's a nice buy to get especially with a discount.”
- “To be honest, I'm not sure if this game will hold up in replayability like other games such as Heroes of the Storm or League of Legends, but it feels fun right now and I feel I am getting more invested into the game than less.”
character development
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
36%
11%
Character development in this game is highlighted by its unique and diverse character designs, which enhance gameplay and appeal to a wide audience. While many reviews praise the quality and creativity of the character aesthetics and abilities, some critiques mention a few designs as simplistic or unoriginal. Overall, the character design is considered a significant strength, contributing to the game's fun and competitive nature.
- “Unique character designs – choose from various champions, such as an assassin or a pyro-loving creature, each with differing playstyles and unique designs.”
- “The animations and colors are beautiful, character design and voice actors are great which is supported by the variety of unique maps in-game.”
- “Great character design, complex and engaging gameplay, what more could we ask for.”
- “On top of that, the character design is unoriginal and the voice acting is cringy.”
- “The only downside I can think of is character design.”
- “Some of the character designs are slightly lackluster in terms of aesthetics as they have simplistic designs, but the particle effects of each character are bright and colorful.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
4%
61%
Overall, Battlerite demonstrates solid stability, running well even on low-spec PCs and exhibiting minimal in-game bugs. However, users have reported various issues with the user interface and matchmaking system, which are currently buggy and unbalanced. While some players have experienced minor graphical glitches and server problems, many find the game to be polished and enjoyable despite its early access status.
- “With new character releases and patches, the game stays fresh and bug-free.”
- “Remarkably polished and bug-free despite its early access status.”
- “It runs great and is extremely well made, yet still in early access.”
- “Game is unbalanced and buggy; don't buy it, it's not worth 20€.”
- “Very buggy at the moment.”
- “The game freezes when quitting, making me have to force quit it through task manager.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, with some experiencing vivid and overwhelming feelings that can bring them to tears. However, frustrations with community dynamics and the game's longevity have led to a sense of emotional fatigue, particularly as quick, action-packed rounds lack the deeper investment found in longer games. Overall, while the game can evoke powerful emotions, its shortcomings have left some players feeling scarred and disillusioned.
- “These dreams are so vivid and powerful that they often overwhelm me emotionally and nearly bring tears to my eyes.”
- “The community is also one of the most wholesome I've ever seen for a competitive MOBA, but of course no community is perfect and you get your toxic oddballs.”
- “We've been scarred emotionally by Funcom for letting BLC die a slow, painful death.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its excitement and dynamic battles, reminiscent of Bloodline Champions, contributing to a thrilling experience. However, some players note that the arena map orientation can lead to repetitiveness, and it may feel somewhat generic within the multiplayer/MOBA genre. Overall, it strikes a balance between engaging gameplay and familiar tropes.
- “Great atmosphere, combat is incredibly smooth, but the only downside is that it's arena map oriented; it can get a bit repetitive after a while.”
- “Overall reminiscent of Bloodline Champions, but with its dynamic battles and an incredibly exciting atmosphere, this game stands out as one of the best in its genre this year and next.”
- “Not terrible, but it really just adds to the cookie-cutter multiplayer/MOBA atmosphere.”