Bladequest

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Bladequest is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Phodex Games and was released on August 10, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Bladequest: The First Chapter Gold is a short, but highly atmospheric first person game experience, inspired by games like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim or the Gothic Series.

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Single-Player

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game has a unique art style and atmosphere, with good graphics and quality.
The developer is responsive and friendly, showing commitment to improving the game and engaging with the community.
There is potential for future content and features, which could enhance the gameplay experience.

The combat system is frustrating and feels repetitive, with issues like hitbox problems and lack of depth in mechanics.
Gameplay is very short, with many players finishing it in under 30 minutes, leading to a lack of motivation for replay.
There are technical issues such as poor frame rates and resolution problems, which detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay is brief, lasting only about four minutes, and while it features an endless mode, players feel it lacks motivation and depth, comparing its mechanics to those of a simple jam game. Despite some enjoyment, many find the price of 13 euros too high for the limited content offered.
- “I enjoyed the gameplay.”
- “It is literally like 4 minutes of gameplay, but it is neat and has an endless mode. However, I am not interested, given there would be zero motivation.”
- “At this point, 13 euros is way too expensive for this, since the mechanics are about as complex as a jam game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its unique style and quality, complementing the overall aesthetic and enhancing the gaming experience.
- “The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is beautifully composed, adding depth and emotion to every moment.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, with an appealing art style and decent animations that enhance the overall experience. While the visuals are considered nice, the game's success hinges more on the effectiveness of its combat mechanics.
- “It looks amazing due to its own style; the graphics and overall quality are nice, and the music and voice acting are also impressive.”
- “The art style and animations are visually appealing, contributing positively to the overall experience.”
- “Granted, the art style and animations look okay, but this is the kind of game that only works if the combat works.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive design and intricate level of detail, creating an engaging environment. However, some users noted that the AI could be improved, detracting slightly from the overall experience.
- “I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the levels; however, the AI wasn't very smart.”
- “I mostly liked the overall atmosphere, the amazing design, and the high level of detail the dungeon had.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted as both amusing and challenging, particularly highlighted by a funny moment involving climbing a large statue in one of the rooms, making the short experience enjoyable.
- “Even though this is a short experience, it is also a funny and challenging one (especially if you try to climb up the big statue in the second room ;)).”