CRUX

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CRUX is a single player action game. It was developed by Blackout Softworks sh.p.k. and was released on March 5, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

CRUX is a single-player arena shooter roguelike where you fight as a cultist warrior against hordes of demons across 13 arenas in 5 worlds. Each arena offers unique boss fights and the blood gods grant you magic abilities to customize your gameplay, with over 100 abilities to choose from. Surviving the hordes and defeating the bosses allows you to progress through the trials of the CRUX.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

CRUX offers a thrilling and fast-paced experience with dynamic gameplay and responsive controls, making each playthrough exciting and unpredictable.
The game features a diverse set of perks and a wide variety of enemies and maps, enhancing replayability and allowing for creative combinations during runs.
The developer has shown dedication by actively listening to player feedback and implementing changes, contributing to a fun and engaging gaming experience.

The graphics and level design are criticized for being inconsistent and lacking cohesion, which detracts from the overall visual experience.
There are issues with mouse sensitivity that can disrupt gameplay, particularly during intense moments, which may be game-breaking for some players.
Some enemies spawn out of sight and exhibit poor pathing, especially in levels with verticality, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its dynamic and fast-paced nature, featuring responsive controls and a seamless integration of rogue-like elements that keep each playthrough exciting and unpredictable. Players appreciate the diversity of levels and enemies, noting that the gameplay excels even in comparison to other titles in the genre. While some areas may be lacking, the overall mechanics and engaging gameplay experience are considered brilliant and a strong focus of the game.
- “The game's dynamic gameplay, responsive controls, and seamless blend of rogue-like elements make each playthrough exciting and unpredictable.”
- “Recently picked up the game, and its fast-paced gameplay is amazing to see in indie games.”
- “Overall, the gameplay rivals many games of this genre, and will undoubtedly continue to get better as time goes on!”
- “Although the game is lacking in some areas, I think that the gameplay more than makes up for everything.”
- “Mechanically, the game is solid; I think it's fair to even say it is above average.”
- “The music fits really well with the tempo of the gameplay, with each arena having its own track.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with each arena featuring its own unique track that perfectly matches the tempo. Players frequently find themselves humming the catchy soundtrack and even attempting to play it on their instruments, highlighting its memorable and engaging quality. Overall, the background music effectively sets the mood and contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere.
- “The sound effects in Crux are pretty good, but the music, on the other hand, is an absolute banger.”
- “I can't tell you how many times I've caught myself humming this game soundtrack or trying to play parts of it on my guitar.”
- “The music fits really well with the tempo of the gameplay, with each arena having its own track.”
- “I can't tell you how many times I've caught myself humming this game soundtrack, or trying to play parts of it on my guitar.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Crux are generally considered subpar, with several reviewers noting that they do not stand out in any significant way. However, many emphasize that the game's strength lies in its gameplay rather than its visuals, encouraging players not to be deterred by the graphics when considering the overall experience.
- “Do not let graphics stop you from trying this game!”
- “Crux's graphics are not the best in any way, shape, or form, and I have critiqued them on many occasions.”
- “In my honest opinion, the game's focus is not on the graphics but rather on the gameplay.”
- “Next on the list are the visuals.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently highlight the game's high replayability, noting it as a significant advantage.
- “It looks to be very replayable, which is a big plus.”