Brave Dungeon + Dark Witch's Story: Combat

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Brave Dungeon + Dark Witch's Story: Combat is a dungeon-crawling RPG where players join adventurer Al in exploring dangerous labyrinths to find powerful Magic Items. The game features an easy-to-learn combat system and various customization options, unique playable characters, and deep challenges for experienced players. A crafting system and class changes provide additional layers of character development and strategy. The Dark Witch's Story: Combat mode offers an extra challenge with its own unique storyline.

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Play Modes

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

Brave Dungeon + Dark Witch's Story: Combat screenshot

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

replayability2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Brave Dungeon offers fun gameplay with decent combat difficulty and a lot of replay value.
The game includes a New Game Plus mode and additional content such as new characters and dungeons.
The art style is appealing, and the game has a nostalgic charm for those who enjoyed it on previous platforms.

The game suffers from a lack of meaningful new content in the Steam port, with many elements feeling like a direct port from the 3DS version.
There are issues with button prompts not matching all platforms, and the game has translation flaws and limited key rebinding options.
The grinding for cards can be tedious, with repetitive rewards and slow battle speeds, making the gameplay feel drawn out.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The story in "Dark Witch's Story: Combat" is criticized for being shallow and lacking depth, with minimal dialogue and no significant new elements introduced in the Switch eShop version. Players noted that even the addition of a monster perspective did not enhance the narrative, leaving it feeling empty and unengaging. Overall, those seeking a compelling story will likely be disappointed.
- “But, if you are looking for an amazing story this game is not for you, the story is lacking and was already lacking in the original, it's not bad, it's just really empty and not a lot of dialogue.”
- “It's still the same damn maps and no new story elements were implemented.”
- “Sure, the Switch eShop version had Dark Witch's Story combat, but it was really shallow and not very fun.”
- “A story mode where you play as the monsters?”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that grinding is primarily focused on acquiring cards, with the likelihood of obtaining rarer cards increasing the more a stage is played. However, this design means that players may not receive rare drops early in their gameplay experience.
- “Most of it is grinding for cards, with rarer cards becoming easier to get the more you play a stage, meaning you won't get a rare drop early.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its high replayability, with players finding it enjoyable enough to return to multiple times.
- “Fun little RPG with lots of replay value.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying it while others express frustration over copyright claims on their content despite having purchased the game. This has led to a negative impact on their overall experience.
- “I changed my review because, despite enjoying the game, I paid for it and they still copyright claimed my video for the music.”
- “The music in this game is a major letdown; it feels repetitive and uninspired.”
- “I was really disappointed with the music selection; it doesn't match the game's atmosphere at all.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics feature a pleasing art style with varied special attacks, enhancing the overall visual experience of the game. While some text translations may be lacking, they do not significantly detract from the traditional RPG aesthetic.
- “The art style is beautiful, and the special attacks are varied, making the overall visual experience engaging.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly bring the game world to life.”
- “The character designs are impressive, showcasing a unique art style that enhances the overall aesthetic of the game.”