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Break the Loop

86%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
replayability, story
86% User Score Based on 74 reviews

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"Break the Loop" is a turn-based strategy game where players form a team of four heroes from a selection of 12 and travel through time to defeat an abyssal monster threatening humanity. Create a personalized timeline by choosing from various random events, including treasures, merchants, and multiple-choice dialogues, to gain power and prepare for the final battle. Strengthen your heroes by utilizing their unique skills and passives.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique spin on the roguelite genre with fun mechanics and a charming art style that evokes nostalgia.
  • Combat is engaging and allows for creative team compositions, with a variety of characters and abilities that encourage experimentation.
  • The developers are responsive to feedback and have created a visually appealing game with smooth animations and humorous elements.
  • The game suffers from balance issues, particularly with certain bosses that can feel unfair and punishing, detracting from the overall experience.
  • There is a lack of variety in the gameplay loop, with limited routes and events that can lead to repetitive playthroughs.
  • Some players have noted that the game feels too easy and lacks long-term replay value, with concerns about the depth of character customization and strategic options.
  • gameplay
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by unique mechanics that blend elements from various roguelites, creating an engaging and addictive experience, though only 18.9% of players have completed the game on normal difficulty. Players appreciate the depth and variety in combat, with each character offering distinct mechanics and upgrade paths, allowing for diverse tactical strategies. While some mechanics may require adjustment, the overall gameplay loop is praised for its smooth integration and enjoyable complexity.

    • “Very unique mechanics and pretty fun; if you play a lot of roguelites, you'll enjoy this one.”
    • “You might think you have, but the combination of sub-elements from other games with its own unique mechanics tying it all together makes this game absolutely a one-of-a-kind experience you shouldn’t pass up.”
    • “Every character has their own mechanics and available upgrades, which make the game very diverse and allows you to fine-tune your team to your own playstyle.”
    • “If you look at the global gameplay stats, you can see that (on 14.09.2024) only 18.9% of the players beat the game. So basically, only 1 in 5 Steam players managed to finish this game on normal difficulty. I wonder why?”
    • “I wonder if my low HP team can handle another battle or if I should heal up instead? This aspect is mostly missing, which is the secret sauce of the roguelite gameplay loop.”
    • “I'm not sure what other modifications they make to the gameplay yet - perhaps they will address some of these problems.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for their cute, 90's cartoon-inspired art style and smooth animations, contributing to the game's whimsical and quirky atmosphere. While some reviewers note that the visuals are not groundbreaking, they are effective and well-executed, enhancing the overall experience. The combination of solid graphics and engaging animations ties the game together, despite some concerns about gameplay balance.

    • “I really like the art style.”
    • “+ the graphics are awesome and the animations both idle and active are very well done.”
    • “Plus, don't even get me started on the art style, which is so cute, and the animations are really smooth!”
    • “Don't let the graphics put you off or fool you; this is a tactically crunchy game with some whimsy, sure, but also a lot of dark humor to it.”
    • “The graphics, animations, and sound design really serve to tie the whole game together.”
    • “Visuals are simple but effective, with some great looking pre-fight artwork and cool action animations.”
  • humor
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a unique blend of quirky and dark humor, complemented by a comic book art style that enhances its whimsical charm. Players appreciate the subtle slapstick elements in character and enemy designs, as well as amusing in-game events, which add depth to the tactical gameplay. Overall, the humor is seen as a delightful addition that enriches the gaming experience.

    • “The way battles start, the character and enemy design, the death animations... every visual aspect is basically 10/10 amazing, original, and funny in a subtle, thoughtful slapstick way.”
    • “Don't let the graphics put you off or fool you; this is a tactically crunchy game with some whimsy, sure, but also a lot of dark humor to it.”
    • “Although the mechanics are quite simple, there's a lot of depth to the game since it provides a whole lot of possible combinations on tactics as well as all sorts of funny in-game events (the PTW vending machine really gave me a chuckle), which I am still exploring.”
  • replayability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game offers enjoyable experiences for the first few playthroughs, thanks to diverse characters that add variety. However, many users express concerns about its long-term replay value, suggesting that while it is fun initially, it may not sustain interest over time.

    • “The characters are all different enough to bring variety and replayability to the run.”
    • “I enjoyed my time with it; enjoyable for a few runs, though I worry about replay value.”
    • “While not a problem for the first few run-throughs, it does not bode well for longer-term replay value.”
    • “I enjoyed my time with it, enjoyable for a few runs, though I worry about replay value.”
    • “Just don’t expect longer term replay value.”
    • “While not a problem for the first few run-throughs, it does not bode well for longer term replay value.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally considered minimal and not a primary focus of the game, with players more drawn to its quirky characters and cute 90's cartoon art style. However, some find that the lack of clarity in item and ability effects can disrupt immersion, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The characters are quirky, the art style is super cute with its 90's cartoon aspect. The story may not be the main focus, but it complements the overall experience.”
    • “Sometimes this makes the effects of an item or ability hard to decipher, but mostly it's just jarring and takes you out of the game story, which is annoying because it's pretty consistent across the game.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report significant challenges with optimization, particularly in the second zombie world, where they experience prolonged attempts to progress despite experimenting with various team compositions and strategies. This suggests that the game's difficulty may not be well-balanced, leading to frustration in achieving optimal gameplay.

    • “I spent 1 hour to clear the first world and almost six hours trying the second zombie world, dying again and again while experimenting with several team mixes and timeline optimizations.”
    • “I spent 1 hour to clear the first world and almost six hours trying the second zombie world, dying again and again while experimenting with several team mixes and timeline optimizations.”

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