Crawling Of The Dead

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Crawling Of The Dead is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Running Pillow and was released on April 23, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Crawling Of The Dead" is a story-driven dungeon crawler with hardcore VR swordplay, set in a dark and atmospheric world. The procedurally generated dungeons are filled with brutal enemies and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Crafting, upgrades, and loot are essential as you level up and try to avoid the harsh death mechanics in this RPG. The game features a unique and intriguing story, as you fight to remember your past and avoid becoming hollow like the enemies that surround you.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Engaging combat system that rewards strategic fighting and timing.
Interesting dungeon crawler mechanics with a solid gameplay loop of exploration, combat, and crafting.
Good graphics and atmosphere that enhance the immersive experience of dungeon crawling.

Severe technical issues, including performance drops, bugs, and poor hit detection that hinder gameplay.
Limited movement options, primarily relying on teleportation, which can be frustrating and disorienting.
Repetitive dungeon design and lack of meaningful interaction with the environment, leading to a feeling of monotony.

graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some users praising the visuals and animations, particularly in enemy design and atmospheric effects like shadows. However, many also note issues such as low detail in environments and graphical bugs, suggesting that the overall quality could be improved, especially for higher-end systems.
- “The graphics and animations of the enemies are nice.”
- “The graphics are good and the use of shadows gives you the feeling of really going through a dark dungeon.”
- “Graphics / atmosphere / world building”
- “The graphics are a little simple, so it would be nice if there was a way to bump up the detail for higher-end systems.”
- “The graphics and detail on the levels, as well as other elements like potions, seem to be of low quality.”
- “There seems to be a lot of graphical bugs that need to be worked out.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay in this VR RPG is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the engaging combat mechanics that emphasize physical movement, while others criticize the immersion-breaking damage system and subpar graphics. Issues such as bugs, poor execution, and AI behavior detract from the overall experience, leading to a desire for more refined physics-based combat akin to titles like Blade and Sorcery. Despite these flaws, the core gameplay loop remains enjoyable, particularly in a well-defined play area.
- “The fighting mechanics are interesting; the stronger you move, the harder you hit the enemy. It's very important to know this the first time you engage an enemy.”
- “The gameplay that is there is enjoyable, definitely.”
- “While I do enjoy the block and counter gameplay, sometimes an enemy is standing close enough to stab in the face, or simply dancing around without attacking, and it would be nice to have a way to take advantage of this kind of opening.”
- “Especially in VR, RPG-style you-do-x-damage per swing no matter what mechanics don't really fit, and definitely ruin the immersion for me.”
- “The graphics are subpar as well as the gameplay and environments.”
- “Well unfortunately it’s… a lot of people would argue they should use something similar to Blade and Sorcery/Gorn with their physics-based combat, and while I can appreciate that, it does mean that you lose out on a lot of traditional gameplay mechanics and generally it’s hard to make high-quality AI that put up a proper fight in that situation.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous technical glitches that disrupt the experience, particularly during key events. Many players have encountered issues such as unexpected bugs and problematic navigation, detracting from overall enjoyment.
- “All of a sudden, an impeccable experience turns into a buggy mess.”
- “This game has many, many technical glitches.”
- “The main event of the game is plagued with bugs.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Overall, user experiences with optimization vary significantly; while some players with high-end hardware, like the Valve Index and 2080 Ti, report smooth performance, others criticize the game as poorly optimized and expensive. Those with similar high-spec setups generally do not encounter performance issues, suggesting that optimization may depend heavily on individual hardware configurations.
- “I played this with a Valve Index and a 2080 Ti card, so performance wasn't a problem.”
- “Unlike some other negative reviews, I did not have any performance issues nor problems playing with a Rift S.”
- “My hardware looks like this: if you have similar specs, then you shouldn't have any issues with performance.”
- “Expensive, poorly optimized game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring quality voice-overs, but it is limited to specific contexts such as combat and crafting, which may leave some players wanting more ambient sound throughout the gameplay.
- “The voice-overs for the notes you find are very well done, and the music is quite good, though it only plays during fighting or crafting.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience with its immersive quality.”
- “The music sets the mood beautifully, making every moment in the game feel more engaging and alive.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's story delivery is criticized for abruptly transitioning to a black void with a text scroll and voiceover, which disrupts the narrative flow. Players express a desire for more background and depth to the story, indicating that the current presentation feels incomplete.
- “The game presents a captivating narrative that unfolds as you progress, immersing you in a rich and detailed world.”
- “The story is engaging and well-crafted, providing depth to the characters and their motivations.”
- “The narrative takes unexpected turns, keeping players invested in the outcome and eager to discover what happens next.”
- “Very literally, after going down a number of floors, the game just stops, throwing you into a jarring black void with a text scroll and voiceover telling you the remainder of the story.”
- “The second would be a little more background and story.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning graphics and immersive world-building, creating a captivating environment that enhances the overall gaming experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the cohesive design that draws them into the game's universe.
- “The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive atmosphere that truly brings the world to life.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly rich, with detailed world-building that makes every corner feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of sound design and visuals creates a haunting atmosphere that draws you into the experience.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming, and the atmosphere feels lifeless, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere lacks depth and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The world-building is minimal, resulting in an atmosphere that feels flat and uninspired.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers feel that the game's approach to enhancing replayability, primarily through the addition of a stat wall, lacks creativity and fails to provide a compelling reason to replay the game.
- “I understand the desire to encourage replayability, but simply adding a stat wall feels uninspired.”
- “After completing the game once, I found little motivation to go through it again; the experience felt too linear.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the improvements made to the game's grinding mechanics, particularly the convenience of managing inventory, which has streamlined the experience and enhanced overall gameplay flow. The transition from a previously unplayable state to a smooth experience on the Valve Index has been well-received.

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Crawling Of The Dead is a role playing game.

Crawling Of The Dead is available on PC and Windows.

Crawling Of The Dead was released on April 23, 2020.

Crawling Of The Dead was developed by Running Pillow.

Crawling Of The Dead has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Crawling Of The Dead is a single player game.

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