Chrysalis

About

"Chrysalis" is a Tower Defense Roguelike hybrid where you play as a Wisp, defending your land against dark magic and disease. Explore levels to find creatures, resources, and build defenses for upcoming enemy waves. Items found during exploration have synergistic effects, adding depth to the strategic gameplay.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Chrysalis offers a unique blend of tower defense, roguelike, and creature collection mechanics, providing a fresh and engaging gameplay experience.
The game features randomly generated levels, ensuring that each run feels different and encourages strategic planning and resource management.
The art style and music are well-received, contributing to a charming and immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.

Progression is tied to Steam achievements, which can feel unfair and limits the ability to unlock new content through regular gameplay.
The controls can be clunky, particularly in managing followers and navigating the map, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There are balance issues with enemy difficulty and resource management, making it challenging for players to strategize effectively during runs.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The gameplay is characterized as a polished yet simplistic rogue-like experience with no progression, featuring a slow-paced loop that some players find enjoyable despite its lack of intensity. While the mechanics are unique and the overall concept is appealing, the gameplay may not satisfy those seeking a more complex challenge. Players appreciate the effective gameplay loop but express concerns about its simplicity and unexpected difficulty spikes.
- “The game itself is very fun, though, with interesting mechanics I haven't ever seen combined in this way before.”
- “Do not buy unless you are willing to play a roguelike (absolutely no progression) that is gameplay unintensive; you have binds that matter and are constantly running around, but it is extremely slow.”
- “The gameplay loop is simple yet effective.”
- “The UI and gameplay loop are very polished.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, featuring distinct tracks for planning and battle stages that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the soft, well-crafted sounds that complement the pixel art aesthetic, making the music one of the standout elements of the game.
- “And the music and sound in this game is amazing, my ears deeply appreciate the soft music and subtle, but clearly well thought out sounds in this game.”
- “It's a lovely little pixel art game with some great music and an interesting concept.”
- “One of the things that I love the most is the music.”
- “The music in the game is repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't fit the game's atmosphere, making it feel disjointed.”
- “The battle music is too intense and overshadows the gameplay experience.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The graphics are characterized by a simple and clean art style, featuring vibrant colors and nostalgic pixel art that many players appreciate. While some users express enthusiasm for the aesthetics, others feel that the graphics do not evoke strong excitement, despite a general fondness for retro styles. Overall, the art style is a highlight for most reviewers.
- “First off, I love the art style; it is really simple and clean, and the colors and pixel art style are really cool and nostalgic.”
- “The aesthetics were on point as well.”
- “Love the art style.”
- “The graphics don't excite me, even though I don't normally dislike retro style stuff.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting its challenging nature and extensive customization options that enhance the overall experience. Many find it enjoyable enough to return to multiple times, reinforcing its quality and fun factor.
- “The amount of customization and replayability is amazing.”
- “Although it's challenging at times when you first start, it's a good quality game that's fun and very replayable.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players feel that the grinding aspect of the game can be tedious, particularly in the early stages, and suggest that incorporating meta progression could enhance the experience by reducing the monotony.
- “It could use some meta progression to make the early game less tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often discouraging, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Repetitive tasks without meaningful rewards make the grind feel like a chore.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the comedic portrayal of rabbits as a standout element.
- “Rabbits are so funny.”