CrossOver: Roll For Initiative

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CrossOver: Roll For Initiative is a multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by MicroProse Software and was released on July 23, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

CrossOver: Roll For Initiative is a frantic action puzzle game blending Match 3, Tower Defense, RPG, and strategy elements. Set in a nostalgic 80’s bedroom, players defend their character sheet from pixelated creatures emerging through dark portals. With over 100 levels, unique co-op modes, and hectic gameplay, it challenges both mind and reflexes in imaginative fantasy and sci-fi worlds.

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gameplay4 positive mentions

Innovative blend of D&D mechanics, tower defense, and match-3 gameplay that keeps it engaging and fun.
Great audio with an upbeat soundtrack that complements the chaotic gameplay.
Offers a variety of content including multiple campaigns, endless runs, and local co-op options.

RNG can negatively impact gameplay, as players cannot purchase weapons or spells, leading to frustrating experiences.
The game can feel overwhelming and frantic, making it difficult to manage resources and actions effectively.
Limited replay value due to a lack of unlockables and a shallow narrative, which may deter long-term engagement.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Croi combines match-3 mechanics with tower defense elements, creating a unique and intense experience reminiscent of Slay the Spire, but without card play. Players appreciate the game's faithful adaptation of D&D mechanics and its fast-paced, strategic nature, making it enjoyable for fans of tabletop RPGs, despite some concerns about the match-3 format typically associated with mobile games. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of action RPG and strategic gameplay, appealing to those who value both depth and fun.
- “There are 2 main mechanics here - match board and tower defense.”
- “An wonderfully intense blend of action RPG and match-3 gameplay, this title is crazy, hectic, and chaotic in all the right ways.”
- “You can truly see that the devs are passionate about D&D and aside from some mechanics that had to be changed to work in a tower defense environment, the vast majority of the game is very faithful to D&D.”
- “Croi almost feels like a Slay the Spire gameplay loop, but with no cards and a tower defense game.”
- “The designers want me to see this deal with a demon, and I see that with my eyes, but God has given me the holy spirit, and spiritually speaking, I'm here for the gameplay, not really the story, so all I really see is trading one stat for another, and that's what I treat it like.”
- “I usually associate match-3 mechanics with mobile gacha games.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The story combines elements of tabletop Dungeons and Dragons with a futuristic setting, offering a decent narrative that some players feel could benefit from additional text. While the thematic elements of magic and morality are engaging, the focus for many players leans more towards gameplay mechanics than the story itself. Overall, the narrative serves as a backdrop to the match-3 gameplay rather than a central feature.
- “Tabletop Dungeons and Dragons meets match 3, also featuring a futuristic story setting.”
- “It's themed around Dungeons and Dragons tabletop games, borrowing many story elements from it, including magic, sorcery, necromancy, witchcraft, divination, alchemy, strange deities, pacts, and possibilities for immoral behavior.”
- “In the context of Dungeons and Dragons, thematically speaking, all such things are purely fictional events meant to serve as elements of a game and fantastical storytelling.”
- “The story is a bit lacking in terms of the amount of text; I wish they added another paragraph or two to it, but what is there, I found to be decent and enjoyable to read.”
- “So far, my 1.8 hours I've clocked in is after having done the tutorial and the first campaign story, and that's with fiddling with the controls and a bit of idle time while looking for certain pieces of info.”
- “The designers want me to see this deal with a demon, and I see that with my eyes, but God has given me the holy spirit, and spiritually speaking, I'm here for the gameplay, not really the story, so all I really see is trading one stat for another, and that's what I treat it like.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging and charming quality, featuring an enjoyable "Irish jig"-style that evokes nostalgia for classic 8-bit games. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout element, contributing to the game's replayability and overall appeal.
- “I loved the 'Irish jig'-style music.”
- “Old school from 8-bit games - amazing sound and music.”
- “This is a really charming game that challenges your multitasking ability, and has a surprisingly great soundtrack, too!”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers decent replayability through its various campaigns and additional modes like endless and dice tower, which can provide some enjoyment after completing the main content. However, concerns about the longevity and repetitiveness of these modes, along with a lack of long-term unlockables, may limit overall replay value for some players.
- “Replayability is 5/5 and the game music is also engaging.”
- “The other modes, endless and dice tower, provide some good replay value and seem to be the main draw after you finish campaigns.”
- “I’d say the most impactful negative is a lack of unlockables and replay value in the long term.”
- “Not a bad game, and for its price, it has some decent replay value through the various campaigns you can go through.”
graphics
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The graphics are characterized by an old-school RPG style, which many users appreciate for its aesthetic appeal, though the overall quality is rated as average at 6/10.
- “The old-school RPG style is a great aesthetic.”

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CrossOver: Roll For Initiative is a casual role playing game.

CrossOver: Roll For Initiative is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 11 hours playing CrossOver: Roll For Initiative.

CrossOver: Roll For Initiative was released on July 23, 2024.

CrossOver: Roll For Initiative was developed by MicroProse Software.

CrossOver: Roll For Initiative has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

CrossOver: Roll For Initiative is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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