Cruel Arena

About

Cruel Arena is a classic arena survival zombie game. Face endless hordes and survive as much as you can, Through The Doodles and The Frames!! Will you do the best record among your friends?

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

optimization1 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game is a fun little diversion for a short period, making it suitable for killing time.
Achievements are easy to obtain, making it appealing for players looking to increase their completion stats.
The controls are tight and responsive, and the combat mechanics work well.

Quality of life features are lacking, such as the absence of a pause button and limited options.
The game can become boring quickly, with gameplay lasting only about 10-15 minutes before it feels repetitive.
The graphics and overall presentation are subpar, resembling a low-quality art style.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics are characterized by a simplistic, hand-drawn style that some players find charming, though they also note that the visuals can be repetitive and reminiscent of MS Paint. While the art is legible and fits the game's format, technical issues detract from the overall experience.
- “The hand-drawn graphics are quaint and add a unique charm to the game.”
- “I really appreciate the hand-drawn artwork; it enhances the overall experience.”
- “The visuals are complemented by a fantastic music score, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “The doodle graphics, while subpar, are legible and work well within the game's format.”
- “It's buggy and barely works; the 'art style' looks like it was made in MS Paint.”
- “Hand-drawn graphics are quaint, but repetitive.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay is generally considered to be unengaging, with users reporting that it becomes boring after just a few minutes, often offering less than 15 minutes of interesting content.
- “Turns boring after 5 minutes of gameplay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players note that the game offers a substantial length and features elements that enhance its replay value, making it enjoyable to revisit.
- “The game is longer than a few minutes and has significant replay value.”
- “The game is longer than a few minutes, and on top of that, has some replay value.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The music in the game is highly praised, with original compositions being a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the score and find it complements the hand-drawn artwork effectively.
- “Decent sound; the original music is the standout aspect of the game.”
- “I really appreciate the hand-drawn artwork and I dig the music and score. The ideas are good, but purchasing and equipping could use one less click of the keyboard.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the original soundtrack has some good moments, it often feels out of place with the gameplay.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed, overshadowing the music and detracting from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally solid, but players have reported significant performance issues during moments when multiple enemies die simultaneously, likely related to the gore animation.
- “The performance is pretty good, aside from a significant issue when many enemies die simultaneously; it seems to be related to the gore animation.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs that hinder functionality. Additionally, the art style has been criticized for its low-quality appearance, reminiscent of basic MS Paint graphics.
- “It's buggy and barely works; the so-called 'art style' looks like it was made in MS Paint.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the overall experience.”