Dark Treasury
- January 31, 2021
- Astralis Games
In "Dark Treasury," play as a nameless warrior on a dangerous journey to defeat an evil force that has escaped from another world. Navigate through 6 unique locations, battle various enemies, and unlock hidden abilities. Seal the portal and save the world in this old-school, action-packed adventure.
Reviews
- The game features charming pixel art and nostalgic graphics reminiscent of classic 16-bit games.
- Gameplay is simple yet addictive, providing a fun experience with unique bosses and a good soundtrack.
- The game is accessible with low system requirements, making it playable on a wide range of PCs.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic, relying on just two buttons, which some players find limiting and frustrating.
- There are significant bugs and issues, such as random crashes and poor controls, making the game difficult to enjoy.
- The game lacks depth in terms of content, with few weapons and levels, leading some to feel it should be free or priced much lower.
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are well-received, particularly the pixel art style, which many players find appealing and reminiscent of classic 16-bit games. However, some users noted issues with the quality of the pixel graphics, such as blurriness in GUI elements and scaling problems. Despite these criticisms, the game's visual presentation, including its variety of monsters and levels, contributes positively to the overall experience.
“I really liked the graphics (2D), gameplay.”
“Pixel graphics that delight the eye, simple controls, high-quality sounds.”
“The game stood out from other 2D platformers not only because of the fact that our character stands still, but also because of the excellent pixel graphics, a variety of enemies, the presence of a boss, etc.”
“The pixel graphics, which was the reason I even considered buying this, are poorly executed and scaled. The GUI elements are blurred in places, likely because I played in a resolution that isn't supported.”
“The pixel graphics are lackluster and feel hastily put together, detracting from the overall experience.”
“The pixel style graphics are inconsistent, and the menus do not enhance the visual appeal.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple yet addictive, making it well-suited for mobile devices. Players appreciate the interesting mechanics and engaging experience, despite the limited number of levels. The combination of straightforward menus and nostalgic wave defense elements adds to its appeal.
“Simple but addictive gameplay.”
“Interesting gameplay and gaming experience; I think I'll tell my friends about it.”
“The gameplay feels like it was made for mobile devices.”
“The game has a simple menu, simple gameplay, and musical accompaniment.”
“Wave defense gameplay made me remember (haha) old X-Hero Siege.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its cool and pleasing soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate how the music complements the simple gameplay and graphics, particularly highlighting its impact during boss encounters. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a standout feature that adds to the game's appeal.
“Unique bosses, cool music.”
“Soundtrack pleasing to the ears.”
“The game has a simple menu, simple gameplay, and musical accompaniment.”
“Also pleased with the final boss and music.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, featuring well-designed levels and appealing animations that enhance the overall experience.
“The game is very atmospheric, with great levels and nice animation. I recommend it.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in and keeps you engaged throughout the entire experience.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that enhances the storytelling.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and malfunctioning features that hinder gameplay.
“It's buggy and nothing works correctly.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and glitches that ruin the experience.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a war setting, where players embark on missions in a perilous and adventurous world filled with endless challenges.
“This game immerses you in a world filled with danger and adventure, centered around the theme of war.”
“The narrative takes you on a thrilling journey through an endless landscape of challenges and excitement.”
“The story captivates players with its rich themes of conflict and exploration in a vast, perilous world.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as being exploitative, with users labeling it a poorly designed cash grab that hinders gameplay progression right from the start.
“Spritework is decent, but good luck getting past the first level. Don't waste your time playing this game; it's clearly just a badly made cash grab.”
“The monetization is so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience. You feel pressured to spend money just to enjoy basic features.”
“It's frustrating to see a game that could be great, but instead, it's filled with paywalls and constant prompts to buy in-game currency.”