Damascus

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Damascus is a multiplayer economy role playing game with a economy theme. It was developed by Team Teal and was released on May 15, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Damascus is a pixel-art MMORPG created by two guys. Create a unique character and explore the strange and fantastic world that is before you. Train any of your 19 different skills. Chat and trade with other players. Make friends and slay all sorts of Dragons!

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77%Audience ScoreBased on 223 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

Active and communicative developers who engage with the community and regularly provide updates and new content.
Friendly, helpful, and tight-knit community creating a welcoming social environment for players.
Addictive and enjoyable gameplay with a variety of skills to level up, offering a chill and nostalgic MMO experience reminiscent of classic Runescape.

Heavy reliance on membership paywalls restricting access to large portions of the game, which frustrates free-to-play users and feels consumer hostile.
The game is in an early or incomplete state with limited content, slow progression, and some gameplay bugs and awkward mechanics like slow movement.
A dead or very low player base making multiplayer content unviable and resulting in abandoned servers and lack of meaningful multiplayer interactions.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics receive mixed reactions, with many criticizing the pixel art as simplistic, bland, or poorly executed, likening it to a low-effort RuneScape copy. However, some players appreciate the retro, pixelated aesthetic for its charm, nostalgic appeal, and contribution to faster content updates and a relaxed gameplay experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a deliberate stylistic choice that appeals mainly to fans of classic pixel art rather than those seeking high-end graphics.
- “Damascus is a fresh but old-school looking MMORPG with simple but yet beautiful graphics.”
- “Simple game mechanics, smooth graphics, and an idyllic score make for a relaxing in-game experience and a wonderful breath of fresh air in what has become a slightly over-complicated genre in recent times.”
- “Loving the aesthetic of the game, so glad to see more pixel art!”
- “This features really godawful pixelcrap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “No where is safe in this game, high level characters will kill you and it doesn't help these pixelated graphics look absolutely horrible!”
- “The art style is incredibly simple, most being able to be created within a very short time period.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its fitting retro and chill ambiance, creating a relaxing and charming atmosphere that complements the gameplay and art style. Many users highlight the soundtrack as a strong point, enhancing the overall experience and evoking nostalgia similar to classic games like RuneScape and Stardew Valley.
- “This is an amazing MMO with a clean fanbase, the gameplay is good, the music really fits the retro environment.”
- “The art is good to look at and the music creates a relaxing ambience reminding me of Stardew Valley.”
- “Music is super chill and relaxing.”
- “It's Runescape, but with different graphics and music.”
- “You should just go play Runescape, and play your own music in the background.”
- “Ur kind of music bra”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is largely reminiscent of classic RuneScape, offering a relaxed and enjoyable experience with simple, easy-to-understand mechanics and engaging skill systems. While some find the quests and enemies generic or boring, others appreciate the smooth graphics, fitting music, and active, friendly community that enhance the overall vintage MMO feel. The game balances nostalgia with subtle improvements, appealing especially to fans of retro-style RPGs.
- “Pretty good game, good music, solid gameplay and hardware requirements are non existent.”
- “This is an amazing MMO with a clean fanbase, the gameplay is good, the music really fits the retro environment.”
- “Simple game mechanics, smooth graphics, and an idyllic score make for a relaxing in-game experience and a wonderful breath of fresh air in what has become a slightly over-complicated genre in recent times.”
- “The gameplay is generic and so are all the enemies, the quests are really annoying and really boring”
- “This game rips a lot of its gameplay loops directly from there but builds off of it in a few ways.”
- “Relaxed gameplay”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story and quests in the game are currently limited and unbalanced, with few missions and some tedious or unrewarding tasks, leading to mixed player experiences. However, the game’s post-apocalyptic setting, subtle humor, and community engagement offer appeal, with players hopeful for more content and quests in future updates.
- “I've been loving the subtle humour, friendly game community, post-apocalyptic storyline and overall the game is simple enough to be relaxing, yet with more than enough to keep me busy for hours on end.”
- “This game is an amazing 2D RuneScape-styled game that's in development. It may only have one quest as of now, but it is a definite download if you're looking for a RuneScape-styled game.”
- “You truly feel like you as a player are shaping the game and that the developers live up to their mission in building a game that they themselves love to play!”
- “The quests are majorly unbalanced, with no clear indication of levels and a lot of the rewards being useless. For instance, one quest has you grind your mining and smelting to make a guy some copper armor, and the reward for this quest is disappointing.”
- “Not many quests or direction.”
- “I mean, just the fact that in the 5 years this game has been out only a few quests have been made is just ridiculous.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in this game is a core, time-intensive aspect, often compared to Old School RuneScape, with some skills requiring hundreds of hours to max out. While the grind can be extensive, it is considered rewarding and relaxing, supported by helpful community and developers. Players seeking a classic, slow-paced skill-grinding experience will likely enjoy the game's depth and steady progression.
- “There is much grinding to be done and I would say the average time to max a single skill is anywhere from 100 to 1,000+ hours depending on how you decide to do it.”
- “Play something else that won't delete your in-game items after hours of grinding.”
- “This game isn't fast-paced and hard grinding is really important, but it made it easier that the game is quite relaxing.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization is heavily criticized for aggressive microtransactions resembling mobile app practices, creating a perception of a cash grab. Some users suggest a straightforward subscription model, like RuneScape's original $5/month fee, as a preferable alternative to the current free-to-play with recurring purchases approach.
- “This game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “You are thrown into an immediate double transaction, which comes off as a cash grab.”
- “I would recommend a $5/month subscription price, similar to what RuneScape was when it launched, if you are going to adopt the 'free to play with recurring subscription' monetization model.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is praised for being refreshing and adds a unique, enjoyable twist reminiscent of classic MMOs, enhancing the overall experience with its witty and lively tone.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect is highlighted by a friendly and wholesome community, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for players.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The dynamic day/night cycle greatly enhances the game's atmosphere, creating a captivating and unpredictable environment that keeps players engaged and curious about what they'll encounter next.
- “The day/night cycle does wonders for the atmosphere and keeps you guessing what you'll see next!”