Blade of Dawn

About

This is a third-person hack-and-slash roguelike game. You will play as a Knight of Light defending against the invasion of the Shadow Empire. Using the power of holy light, you can convert shadow-infected enemies into allies. Try to survive until dawn! Disclaimer"Blade of Dawn" is a demo we developed in 14 days as part of a game development event. We hope to showcase it on Steam to gath…

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a classic RPG experience with engaging character progression and dynamic combat mechanics.
The art style and world design create a unique atmosphere that enhances the overall enjoyment.
For a GameJam project, it shows solid potential and is worth checking out, especially for RPG fans.

The game lacks content such as stages, bosses, and permanent upgrades, which limits gameplay time.
There are issues with high spawn rates and noticeable lag during gameplay, affecting the overall experience.
The story could use more depth, and some players would appreciate options to adjust graphics settings to improve performance.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
50%
38%
The gameplay in "Blade of Dawn" is praised for its classic RPG elements, featuring deep combat mechanics and exploration that enhance the experience. However, players have noted issues such as high enemy spawn rates and noticeable lag, suggesting that improvements could further extend and refine the gameplay. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging, there are areas that could benefit from optimization.
- “Blade of Dawn offers a classic RPG experience with a mix of deep combat mechanics and exploration.”
- “The spawn rate feels a bit too high, and there's noticeable lag during gameplay.”
- “If you can add these things in the game, it will be so much better, you know... just to extend a little bit of the gameplay time.”
- “Although the story could use more depth, the gameplay more than makes up for it.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The graphics are praised for their unique art style and world design, contributing to an immersive atmosphere. However, players express a desire for options to disable shadows and adjust the field of view (FOV) to alleviate lag and enhance comfort during gameplay.
- “The art style and world design stand out, creating a unique atmosphere.”
- “The game is good, but there are too many spawns, there is lag. I really like the graphics, but it would be good if I could remove the shadows so I could get rid of the lag and at least change the FOV.”
- “I really like the graphics, but it would be nice to have the option to remove the shadows to reduce the lag, and it would also be great to change the FOV for a more comfortable experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Overall, users report that the game is stable, with no significant bugs, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- “The game feels good, not buggy, and it's enjoyable.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major issues, making for a pleasant experience.”
- “I appreciate the stability; it allows me to immerse myself in the gameplay without interruptions.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's art style and world design are consistently praised for their distinctiveness, contributing to a captivating and immersive atmosphere.
- “The art style and world design stand out, creating a unique atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is noted to lack depth, but many players feel that the engaging gameplay compensates for this shortcoming.