Decay of Logos

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"Decay of Logos is a third-person action/adventure RPG, where you embark on a quest for revenge after your village is destroyed by Crimson Knights. Accompanied by a mystical elk, explore ancient ruins, battle unforgiving foes, and uncover the truth behind the attack, while facing a dark and treacherous force. With its vast world and intricate systems, it's hard to believe it was created by a small team."

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Play Modes

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

+13

38%

Audience ScoreBased on 157 reviews

story11 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game features a beautiful art style and interesting environments that encourage exploration.
There are some decent ideas in the gameplay mechanics, such as the unique inventory system and the lore scattered throughout the world.
The combat has moments of fun, particularly with the parrying and dodging mechanics, despite its clunky execution.

The controls are janky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Combat feels clunky and slow, with many players reporting issues with hit registration and enemy tracking.
The elk companion is poorly designed, often getting stuck and adding little to the gameplay experience.

story
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
78%
5%
The game's story is a mix of intriguing elements and vague execution, often leaving players confused about the plot and character motivations. While some appreciate the atmospheric world and the quest for revenge, others find the narrative underdeveloped and difficult to follow, with a lack of clear direction and world-building. Overall, the story has potential but feels rushed and could benefit from further elaboration and refinement.
- “The game's story and atmosphere, while not terribly original, have a lot of heart.”
- “I really enjoyed the story and setting; it's well realized and the developers made some fantastic environments and present them very well.”
- “The story begins when Ada's village is attacked and destroyed by suddenly appearing monsters, the young woman finds herself with no information about who or what is responsible for the attack, in unknown forests - only to be woken up by a mysterious moose.”
- “There isn't much of a story or world-building in the beginning of the game.”
- “The story is both obtuse and simplistic.”
- “As far as the story goes, I have no idea what's going on.”
gameplay
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its clunky controls, sluggish character movement, and numerous bugs that detract from the experience. Players report frustrating mechanics, such as delayed attacks, punishing fall damage, and ineffective enemy AI, which lead to a lack of enjoyment and engagement. While the game has potential with its aesthetic and concept, it requires significant improvements to its core mechanics to provide a satisfying experience.
- “Pretty cool game if you like tight fighting mechanics and a good challenge.”
- “Ended up playing it mostly on the Switch and I recommend it if mastering challenging mechanics is what makes you tick.”
- “There's a reason Souls is notorious for having wall bouncing, and it's because most games in their right mind would not commit to the design work that would go into backing it up as a hazard that actually enriches the gameplay.”
- “This initial hour of gameplay made me feel like the game was actively fighting back to not let me have any fun whatsoever and shatter any remnants of enjoyment.”
- “The actual gameplay is just bad.”
- “The art style and gameplay mechanics (in concept) are solid, but sadly almost everything to do with controlling the character feels sluggish and unresponsive.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
50%
10%
The graphics of the game are often described as magical and visually striking, with a cartoon-like art style that enhances the overall aesthetic. While many players appreciate the vibrant environments and character designs, some criticize the graphics as lacking polish for its release year, and the gameplay mechanics can feel sluggish, detracting from the visual experience. Overall, the art style is a highlight, but technical issues and gameplay responsiveness may hinder full enjoyment.
- “The art style can only be described as magical and fabulous, like something out of a fairy tale.”
- “The visuals are striking!”
- “The positive of this game is the great and strong graphical lead; it gives a vibrant and beautiful world.”
- “Crappy graphics for the year it came out.”
- “Feels like a student's project work, and while I am using an Xbox controller which is a supported controller, I can't access my menu to set up graphics and LB and RB just are not responding at all.”
- “The art style & gameplay mechanics (in concept) are solid but sadly almost everything to do with controlling the character feels sluggish & unresponsive.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly hinder gameplay. While some reviewers acknowledge the developers' efforts and potential for improvement, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from severe stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “It is a buggy mess of a fantasy stag taming simulator!”
- “Decay of Logos has a few good ideas which are completely swamped in the terrible performance, glitches, and bad design which make up the rest of the game.”
- “[buggy controls, buggy pause functionality, buggy map rendering, did I mention there were bugs?, poor combat design, vague storytelling, the game just isn't functional]”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Character development is praised for its depth and interactivity, enhancing the overall storytelling experience. The character and mount designs are noted for their charm, while the well-executed cinematics contribute positively to the narrative engagement.
- “Good character development and interactive story.”
- “The mount and character design are also cute and fun - and the cinematics feel very well done when there are few and are talkative.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the absurdity of mismatched boss fights, such as an 80 lb elf girl battling a massive steampunk creature, which leads to comical moments. Additionally, players find amusement in the game's intentionally small inventory system, adding to the overall lighthearted tone.
- “Boss fights are so undertuned that most of the time I just stood in front of them trading punches; it's hilarious when it's an 80 lb elf girl trading punches with a hulking steampunk monstrosity.”
- “Hilariously small inventory.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with many mechanics feeling ineffective. However, the presence of weapon pickups helps alleviate some of the monotony during combat.
- “In addition, the game offers tedious, non-working mechanics all over the place.”
- “The grinding feels excessively repetitive and lacks meaningful rewards.”
- “Progression is painfully slow, making the grinding experience feel like a chore.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some users finding it bland and uninspiring, while others describe it as a decent soundtrack. Overall, it appears to lack the impact and memorability that players desire.
- “Music is bland and uninspiring.”
- “Music is bland and uninspiring.”
- “[decent soundtrack]”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong negative emotional response during the initial hour of gameplay, feeling as though the game is deliberately obstructing their enjoyment and creating a frustrating experience.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a heartfelt narrative, though it lacks originality. Overall, it successfully creates an engaging emotional experience for players.
- “The game's story and atmosphere, while not terribly original, have a lot of heart.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of "Decay of Logos" is heavily criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, glitches, and poor design that overshadow its few positive elements. The game's visuals are deemed subpar, and its frustrating gameplay mechanics contribute to an overall negative experience.
- “Decay of Logos has a few good ideas that are completely overshadowed by the terrible performance, glitches, and poor design that dominate the rest of the game.”
- “It looks bad, has crippling performance issues, and is filled with nonsensical and overly punitive gameplay systems that make every minute you spend with it feel like a slog.”