Core Defense: Prelude

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Core Defense: Prelude is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by ehmprah and was released on March 20, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Wishlist my new game About the Game This is the demo for Core Defense, which takes the best out of the tower defense genre and infuses it with roguelike mechanics and adds a dash of deckbuilding to create a simple, yet enticing gameplay experience which will have you craving for just one more wave, one more reward and just one ... more ... run! Enjoy hundreds of hours of challenging gameplay…

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 131 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique blend of tower defense mechanics and deck-building elements, providing a fresh and engaging experience.
Players appreciate the simple graphics and enjoyable music, making it easy to understand and fun to play.
The game has a lot of potential with interesting upgrade systems and randomization, which increases replayability.

The demo is very short, only allowing players to progress through 20 waves, leaving many feeling unsatisfied.
Some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in dynamic challenges, leading to a sense of boredom.
There are concerns about the game's balance and design, with some players feeling that it is unpolished and needs more content.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and a blend of traditional tower defense with innovative card mechanics and unique seeds, creating a relaxed yet engaging experience. While it successfully captures the essence of classic tower defense games, some players desire a broader selection of towers and additional gameplay elements to enhance strategy. Overall, it offers a well-rounded atmosphere complemented by enjoyable background music.
- “Absolutely solid mechanics, the refined, no frills tower defense.”
- “I love the card mechanic and unique seeds.”
- “Core defense has a super nice mix of tower defense mechanics and deck building game.”
- “This is both, but not in a way that detracts from gameplay.”
- “Maybe we can perform a side task, e.g., assemble mechanical parts to hasten our spells, or to randomly boost a tower.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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60%
The graphics of the game are generally considered simple and lacking in detail, with some reviewers describing them as "terrible." While the art style is deemed acceptable, there is a consensus that more attention to graphical quality could enhance the overall experience. The game's visuals are complemented by an impressive soundtrack, but improvements in graphics are recommended for a better presentation.
- “Good difficulty, okay art style.”
- “Graphically speaking, it's terrible.”
- “Overall, I would say more attention to graphics, tweak some audio, add some changes to the level mobs (e.g., wall destruction) and you have a good budget tower defense game.”
- “It is a graphically simple tower defense game with a pleasant difference that you can invest in shielding towers as well as attack towers, and win without destroying any enemies.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its amazing quality and ability to create a chill atmosphere, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the background music for contributing to a relaxed environment, making it stand out among typical tower defense games. However, some suggest that a wider selection of music tracks could further improve the experience.
- “Graphics are very simple to understand, and the music is amazing.”
- “The music you hear when you get your wave bonus is just way too good.”
- “Compared to most tower defense games, this one brings out the original classic aspect of them. It provides a great atmosphere with its background music.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be extremely tedious and unengaging, often describing it as "super boring."
- “The grinding is super boring.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel tedious.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be incredibly dull and unengaging.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its classic tower defense feel, offering a relaxed and enjoyable experience enhanced by engaging background music. While it successfully creates a pleasant ambiance, some players feel that it could be improved with a broader selection of towers and effects. Overall, it is rated positively, with an 8/10 for its atmospheric qualities.
- “This game provides a great atmosphere with its background music, making it a relaxing experience compared to most tower defense games.”
- “The atmosphere is enhanced by the original classic elements of tower defense, creating a more enjoyable and easy-going gameplay experience.”
- “I appreciate how the game focuses on a stress-free atmosphere, allowing players to enjoy the strategic elements without feeling overwhelmed.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as light-hearted and amusing, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. Players appreciate its comedic elements, even if they don't take the game too seriously.
- “A funny little game that doesn't take itself too seriously!”
- “Hilarious moments throughout the gameplay!”
- “The humor is spot-on and keeps you laughing!”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the game significantly enhances replayability, showcasing both depth and promising potential for multiple playthroughs.
- “Increases replayability immensely.”
- “Seems ultra promising in both depth and replayability!”