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"Deathtrap Dungeon" is a historical action game with a single-player mode, offering around 5 hours of playtime. As Red Lotus or Chaindog, players must navigate through a deadly dungeon filled with monsters, traps, and magic to defeat the great dragon, Melkor. With a variety of weapons and integrated puzzles, players must use strategy and combat skills to survive and claim the riches.

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43%
Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews
atmosphere2 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions

  • The game has a great atmosphere and level design, reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers.
  • There is a good variety of enemies, weapons, and spells, which adds depth to the gameplay.
  • The character's appearance changes when damaged, adding a unique visual element to the experience.
  • The controls and camera angles are extremely poor, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
  • The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including crashes, bugs, and a lack of proper audio support.
  • The resolution is limited to 800x600, which detracts from the overall visual experience on modern systems.
  • graphics
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they feel outdated and lack polish, especially when compared to modern standards. While some appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of the PS1 era, others criticize the artwork as subpar and suggest that even enhancements through addons have not significantly improved the experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a drawback that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “The aesthetics and atmosphere are manifestly inspired by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, whose drawings of ruins fascinated Livingstone so much that we now have a game based upon them.”
    • “Graphically not the best, but it was good for its time; maybe not the premium class.”
    • “Recommended changing keyboard layout and graphics options to cinematic.”
    • “Every now and then I come back and try different addons and tweaks to play with the graphics and 3D hardware settings, hoping to make it a bit smoother, but so far I haven't been able to get any improvement.”
    • “It does work on Windows 10 and is playable (just), but without improvements to the graphics, it isn't as fun to play as it should be.”
    • “Worst game I have seen in years in graphics, controls, and gameplay.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music aspect of the game is largely criticized due to the absence of a proper soundtrack, with users reporting that the music tracks are bugged and often repeat the same song across levels. Players recommend applying fan-made patches to fix these issues, as the game does not function correctly without them. Overall, the music experience is considered subpar unless patched.

    • “Overlooked game from yesteryear, very fun and not so challenging once you get a grip of the game's controls which aren't too bad. Remember to browse local files once installed and look for nglide settings in the game's directory to bump the resolution to 1080p and download the ddmusicpatch as the game does have issues, but once installed, the game should run fine.”
    • “Music tracks are bugged, but there is a fix you can apply.”
    • “The music tracks are broken without some patching.”
    • “Music doesn't work right unless patched with a user patch.”
    • “The worst part is the soundtrack is bugged and plays the same song on all the levels.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this older game is noted for its surprising depth in movement and combat, offering a rewarding experience for players who master its mechanics. However, it suffers from issues like jerky movement, low frame rates, and a frustrating camera system, leading to mixed reviews regarding its overall execution and technical performance. Despite these drawbacks, some players appreciate the game's challenging nature and improved compatibility over time.

    • “For such an old game, it has surprising depth to its movement and combat system and can be very rewarding once you learn how to dominate the levels and gameplay.”
    • “Not only that, I was really surprised that I didn't stumble upon poor compatibility or other kinds of issues, so not only gameplay-wise but even technically this game really stands out.”
    • “This unforgiving experience of a game didn't even have a single gameplay that actually finished it; this until just a couple of years ago, where it was finally presented in its full length.”
    • “Movement is jerky and gameplay can be slow at times.”
    • “Worst camera and gameplay I've ever played.”
    • “Worst game I have seen in years in graphics, controls, and gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating aesthetics, drawing inspiration from the works of Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, which enhances the overall experience. Despite some technical flaws and a clunky design, the atmosphere remains a standout feature, creating an engaging and often cryptic environment that resonates with players.

    • “Great atmosphere, unforgiving and often cryptic; it's clunky, but hey, this was 1998, give it a break.”
    • “The atmosphere is really good though, what a waste.”
    • “The aesthetics and atmosphere are manifestly inspired by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, whose drawings of ruins fascinated Livingstone so much that we now have a game based upon them.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is considered average, with some players finding it lacking depth, while the level design and challenging riddles receive praise. However, the game's difficulty and flaws can hinder the overall experience, making it feel nearly unplayable for some.

  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous audio glitches, lag issues, and missing content such as the intro scene. Many feel that the port lacks the polish expected from Square Enix, leading to a perception that it is not a "real game" in its current state.

    • “I will give it a 'real review' when Square Enix decides to make it a 'real game', and by that I mean fixing the audio glitches, fixing the cinematics, fixing the lag, and adding controller support.”
    • “This port is a joke compared to the original game. It doesn't even have the intro scene and is full of weird glitches and sound bugs.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users highlight that the game offers significant replayability, akin to modern classics like Dark Souls, due to its challenging gameplay that encourages repeated attempts. While the original version may have inferior graphics, its playability enhances the overall experience, making players eager to return for more.

    • “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple endings and hidden secrets, you'll find yourself coming back for more to uncover everything the game has to offer.”
    • “For comparison, I started the original on ePSXe and it looked a little worse, but it was infinitely more playable right out of the box.”
    • “Sometimes it's seemingly impossible, but it has that trademark replay value like the modern classic Dark Souls, which keeps you playing again and again.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the difficulty in managing camera angles effectively.

    • “Getting the camera angles right is tedious.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is perceived as underwhelming, with players noting that despite heavy advertising in the 90s, the game's overall quality did not meet expectations.

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5h Median play time
5h Average play time
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