Coreborn

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Coreborn is a single player and multiplayer survival role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Blankhans and was released on June 19, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

A social survival sandbox game set in the world of Ultracore, the game combines three major pillars: a survival sandbox (the world of Tormentosia), a social hub (Coreheim, the location of the Ultracore) and adventures (diverse action experiences).

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 416 reviews

gameplay26 positive mentions

grinding46 negative mentions

The game has a beautiful art style and a cozy atmosphere, making it enjoyable to explore.
There is a lot of potential for future updates, with a strong community and developer engagement.
The crafting and building systems offer a good level of freedom and creativity.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, including lag and crashes.
Combat mechanics are clunky and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating.
There is a lack of content, with minimal quests and a sparse player population, leading to a feeling of emptiness in the game world.

gameplay
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
70%
3%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of potential and frustration, with many players finding the mechanics shallow and clunky, particularly in movement and combat. While some appreciate the cooperative elements and the world design, others criticize the limited crafting options and the need for excessive resource gathering, leading to a lack of engaging gameplay. Overall, the game shows promise but requires significant improvements and polish to enhance the player experience.
- “Gameplay is fun and the learning curve for combat and skill progression wasn't extreme.”
- “First, the game seemed very promising, the world is a nice place to explore and the gameplay loop in the beginning is very satisfying.”
- “You can clearly see game design has put a lot of thought into the world and mechanics already to expand upon later.”
- “Pretty bland gameplay and you run far more than you do things.”
- “There's nothing to support because all of the game mechanics are so broken.”
- “The whole mechanics behind movement is very clunky and 'heavy' compared to other games.”
graphics
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
46%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful art style and smooth visuals, creating a pleasant and cozy atmosphere reminiscent of beloved old MMOs. While not AAA quality, the graphics are considered sufficient and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some players noted a lack of detailed graphics settings and occasional visual glitches that can hinder gameplay.
- “It's fantastic to see a survival game like this that isn't so oppressive and brutal - the art style, the world, the audio, the controls, all of those elements come together for a very pleasant experience.”
- “The art style is neat and feels calm and fun.”
- “The game is awesome, graphics are beautiful and the music is good.”
- “Why are there no detailed graphics settings?”
- “So I ran back to get my loot, only to find that the visuals of the vines were preventing me from looting my bag.”
- “Well, about this game graphics and building mechanics, let's say Fortnite level. It says MMO but I really didn't meet any player. Inventory is small and it's horrible on managing items. Crafting could be good if there was a decent guide, like I still have no clue what I need to get stone blocks for example.”
grinding
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, particularly for solo players who find the resource farming tedious and time-consuming, often requiring excessive effort for minimal rewards. While multiplayer experiences may alleviate some of the grind due to collaborative farming, many players feel that the overall mechanics are unbalanced and lead to a lack of meaningful progress, making the game feel more like a grind simulator than an engaging experience. Despite some enjoyment in the building and crafting elements, the overwhelming focus on grinding detracts from the game's potential.
- “If you play solo, it'll for sure feel very tedious, but that may in fact be why it advertises itself as a social game.”
- “Game is nothing but grinding done badly, and there are currently no positives about the game, sadly.”
- “As the game stands now, it's just an extreme farming simulator with bad loot drops and nothing that even explains where the items are other than the mobs you can kill. Even then, you will spend way too much time (2+ hours) trying to get a better quality drop, if they even drop. I've spent 2+ days farming just to get one drop.”
story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
79%
12%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with minimal quests and a feeling of emptiness in the world. Players note that after completing initial quests, there is little to no content available, leading to a sense of stagnation. While some appreciate the potential for future development, many express frustration over the current state of the quest system and the overall narrative experience.
- “The idea behind the project was ambitious, driven by a love for the story and the genre.”
- “In the game, you keep discovering NPCs that tell you snippets of a background story, and some areas of the map are still blocked so that you can't enter them.”
- “[b]Quests[/b]: Starting quests were well designed and taught all the features of the game.”
- “It has no story, minimal content to almost no quests, nothing in the game feels alive or has any personality.”
- “Update: after finishing the beginning quests, there are no more quests to do or find.”
- “Most things feel yet in a prototype state (animations, balancing, UI, no real quests apart from a tutorial, empty areas).”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The music in Coreborn is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, with many players noting its chill vibes and fitting soundscapes. The soundtrack complements the art style and world-building, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. Players consistently highlight the music as a standout feature, adding to the game's charm.
- “It is chill with good vibes and the music is awesome!”
- “The music and sounds are well made and fit the game.”
- “The soundtrack nails the mood, making the whole experience even better.”
- “I also really love the art and the chill music in this game.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
25%
8%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its charming music, art style, and cozy world-building, creating a relaxed and inviting environment. Players appreciate the handcrafted elements and the friendly NPCs, which contribute to a dense and enjoyable atmosphere, setting it apart from typical multiplayer survival games. Overall, the atmosphere enhances the crafting and combat experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The first thing that jumped at me was the music and art style, from world building to the friendly NPC look and great atmosphere.”
- “I honestly love the hand-crafted world and the dense atmosphere.”
- “It is a nice atmospheric indie game; crafting and combat are fun, and the world is cozy and quite relaxed.”
- “First and foremost, my hope for this game, given the general atmosphere, is that unlike all other multiplayer survival games, the endgame will not be: 'now kill each other'.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting various bugs, including issues that can lead to data loss, such as map file deletions. While players acknowledge that it is an early access title and expect some instability, the overall sentiment indicates that the game is currently quite buggy and in need of substantial quality-of-life improvements.
- “A buggy mess.”
- “First of all, you have to understand that this is an early access game, so it's gonna be buggy or laggy and you might find some things are missing.”
- “The building system sometimes is a little buggy and there are definitely some quality of life changes that need to be done.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is currently poor, with users experiencing significant lag, stuttering, and frame drops even on capable hardware like the RTX 3070 and i7 11700k. While players acknowledge that the game is in early access and has potential for improvement, the user interface and overall performance require substantial refinement to enhance the gaming experience.
- “It's still in early access, so there's a bit of roughness around the edges with the UI and optimization, but all in all, Coreborn is a solid game with tons of potential for future updates.”
- “Bad performance, you start lagging randomly when you open the map, crafting stations, etc. (RTX 3070, i7 11700K).”
- “Crashing, disconnecting, stuttering, and frame drops like crazy, and I'm not playing on a potato.”
- “- UI: item selection, assigning items to slots, buttons to click for 'use', etc. needs optimization.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mix of amusing moments, such as quirky animations and the absurdity of deer confronting bears, which elicits both laughter and frustration from players. While some find the comedic elements entertaining, others may feel they border on the ridiculous. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
- “I'm writing this review with a laughing and a crying eye at once.”
- “The little funny videos at first join are a great touch.”
- “The town defending aspect is kind of funny.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with developers seemingly prioritizing their own interests over the support of their players. Many users feel that the focus on profit undermines the game's potential and overall experience.
- “Turned out to be just another cash grab from a team of developers that wanted to play games and listen to themselves talk about how great the game could be and all the great things they have in the works, all at the expense of their supporters.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users consistently highlight the game's high replayability, with many stating it is "100% replayable," indicating that players find significant value in revisiting the game multiple times.
- “The game offers endless replayability with its dynamic choices and multiple endings.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh thanks to the variety of paths and strategies available.”
- “I keep coming back for more because each run reveals new secrets and challenges.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and inclusive nature, aiming to create a positive and uplifting experience for players. Users appreciate the game's ability to evoke feelings of warmth and connection, contributing to an overall sense of community.