Courier of the Crypts

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Courier of the Crypts is a single player action adventure game with horror, fantasy and mystery themes. It was developed by Emberheart Games and was released on April 18, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Courier of the Crypts" , players survive as a courier delivering goods in ominous crypts, using a magic torch to illuminate paths, defend against darkness, and solve puzzles. The torch's flames react differently to various enemies and environmental elements, making it a crucial and limited resource for players to strategically conserve and manage. Alongside combat and puzzle-solving, players explore the crypts to discover hidden riddles and traps.

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Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

atmosphere22 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Gorgeous pixel art and atmospheric design create an immersive experience.
Challenging puzzles and resource management add depth to the gameplay, rewarding exploration and strategy.
Engaging story with plenty of secrets to discover, reminiscent of classic adventure games.

The gameplay can become repetitive and tedious over time, with some players finding it lacking in variety.
Limited visibility and torch management can lead to frustrating moments, especially during exploration.
Some players have reported bugs and issues with enemy placements, which can detract from the overall experience.

atmosphere
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
12%
The atmosphere in "Courier of the Crypts" is widely praised for its dark, immersive quality, enhanced by stunning pixel-art graphics and a fitting soundtrack. Players appreciate the eerie environments, clever level design, and the game's ability to evoke a sense of eldritch horror, making for a captivating and spooky experience. Overall, the combination of visuals, sound, and thematic elements creates a compelling atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
- “The atmosphere of the game is really good and the music really fitted without being over the top.”
- “Courier of the Crypts is a charming game with great atmosphere and a great feeling of eldritch horror lurking in the darkness, biding its time for you to come and become its dinner.”
- “Awesome yet creepy atmosphere - beautiful pixel art with unique colorful and immersive lighting, accompanied with immersive music and sound effects.”
- “I really enjoyed Courier of the Crypts, especially for the atmosphere and level design!”
- “The music and sound effects are really, I mean really well done and are a big part of the game and its atmosphere.”
- “I love the atmosphere.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
22%
14%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning pixel art and atmospheric presentation, effectively enhancing the overall experience with beautiful lighting effects and a moody aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the impressive visuals created by a solo developer, noting that the retro style is both distinct and immersive, contributing to the game's engaging atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, complementing the gameplay and thematic elements beautifully.
- “Impressive visuals for a solo dev.”
- “The retro pixel graphics are very nicely implemented and manage to remain distinct and clear amidst the dark level design - the shading and lighting effects really make the crypt's graphics shine through.”
- “Courier of the Crypts is a very atmospheric puzzle game with stunning lighting and beautiful 2D graphics.”
- “The graphics, music, mechanics, story line - all great and make it worth the buy.”
- “Overall it's a solid game for an early access, the important foundations are all there - gameplay, visuals, sound design, along with menus, gamepad support and other, smaller things.”
- “This game has similar graphics to Hammerwatch but is way more thought out with puzzles and having to think for a little while on what to do next.”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
57%
14%
The game's story is described as engaging and mysterious, with a retro charm that draws players in as they uncover a nefarious plot through hidden notes and collectibles. While the narrative is not overly complex and relies on exploration for depth, it effectively maintains curiosity and immersion, despite some critiques regarding its pacing and the protagonist's simplistic observations. Overall, the story enhances the atmospheric gameplay, making it a compelling aspect of the experience.
- “As you navigate the depths, a nefarious plot begins to unfold around you, one that you might just be in an opportune position to do something about.”
- “Everything is finely wrapped in a mysterious story that slowly unfolds, making everything even more creepy.”
- “The gameplay feels good, and its story is captivating from the start, albeit somewhat naive.”
- “The story is mysterious and keeps you going deeper and deeper into the crypt.”
- “Very little narrative is actually conveyed directly to the player, instead relying on hidden notes to flesh out the story and provide hints on where to find hidden treasures.”
- “The story isn't particularly complex, but it keeps you curious about what will happen next.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The gameplay is characterized by its retro style and charming narrative, offering a mix of exploration and puzzle-solving elements reminiscent of classic titles like The Legend of Zelda. While many players appreciate the unique mechanics, such as the magic torch and resource management, some find the gameplay repetitive and slow-paced, with limited variation over time. Overall, it is considered a solid experience with polished mechanics and engaging puzzles, though it may not hold everyone's interest for extended play sessions.
- “Challenging gameplay, but rewarding when completing areas!”
- “Parts of the gameplay are solid as well, namely the exploration and puzzling.”
- “I would highly recommend this to anyone who likes narrative game experiences combined with unique gameplay.”
- “Super well made and polished game, I just found the core gameplay to be a bit too repetitive and tedious after only an hour of playing.”
- “- not too much variation in the gameplay for what I've played so far.”
- “As far as gameplay is concerned, Courier of the Crypts would be best described as an exploration-puzzle game in a loosely similar vein to The Legend of Zelda (minus the combat).”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
16%
15%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, fitting seamlessly with the eerie and immersive environments. Reviewers highlight the superb soundtrack and sound effects, which contribute significantly to the overall experience, creating a captivating ambiance that complements the game's pixel-art graphics. The combination of atmospheric music and minimalistic sound design effectively heightens tension and engagement during gameplay.
- “The music is brilliant and the sound effects create goosebumps while rushing through the dungeons.”
- “It has fantastic pixel-art graphics and atmospheric music which just fits with the overall theme.”
- “And the music, the music is superb and a perfect fit at all times.”
- “For the most part, levels have no music, instead featuring a cold ominous ambiance which highlights the sound effects of the courier’s footsteps and the creaking of old wooden doors.”
- “The soundtrack fits.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring funny jokes, amusing puzzles, and humorous dialogues that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone, complemented by engaging art and a captivating atmosphere.
- “And funny jokes.”
- “And funny puzzles.”
- “Funny dialogues, inspiring art, full controller support and nice feeling to it, great soundtrack and best of all a really, really classy and immersive atmosphere!”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious and repetitive, particularly after extended playtime. While the game is well-made and polished, the combat system and certain gameplay mechanics, like pushing rocks, contribute to a sense of monotony, especially during post-story exploration.
- “Super well made and polished game, I just found the core gameplay to be a bit too repetitive and tedious after only an hour of playing.”
- “And while the time limit imposed on using the torch brought a nice touch of tension to the levels the first time around, exploring levels after beating them (or the entire main story of the game) felt rather tedious.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its impressive stability, being largely free of bugs, which is uncommon for titles in early access.
- “The game is pretty much bug-free, which is rare for an early access game.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or major glitches, making for a smooth experience.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; it runs seamlessly even during intense gameplay.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight that the thrill of uncovering well-hidden secrets significantly enhances the game's replayability, making the experience enjoyable and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “Searching for the well-hidden secrets is the real cherry on top of the cake, adding immense replay value to the levels and making it a lot of fun!”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take in each playthrough keeps the game fresh and encourages multiple runs.”
- “With different character builds and strategies to explore, every playthrough feels unique and rewarding.”

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Courier of the Crypts is a action adventure game with horror, fantasy and mystery themes.

Courier of the Crypts is available on PC, Windows and Xbox.

Courier of the Crypts was released on April 18, 2019.

Courier of the Crypts was developed by Emberheart Games.

Courier of the Crypts has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its grinding.

Courier of the Crypts is a single player game.

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