Deepest Sword
- June 9, 2021
- Cosmic Adventure Squad
- 4h median play time
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Reviews
- gameplay282 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its simple yet challenging mechanics, primarily revolving around using a sword for movement, which can be both engaging and frustrating. While many players appreciate the unique concept and humor, they also note issues with inconsistent physics and a steep difficulty curve, particularly in later levels, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a short but intriguing gameplay loop that is well-suited for speedrunning, though it may not appeal to everyone due to its trial-and-error nature.
“As a platformer, it shines with its challenging gameplay, quirky mechanics, and charming pixel art.”
“The game revolves around a simple mechanic but increases difficulty slowly and ingeniously.”
“The sword mechanics change from run to run because the bigger the sword gets, the heavier it is, so it’s not just the same gameplay five times in a row; you have to adapt to how the sword feels.”
“I felt like I spent most of the time trying to figure out why things were happening the way they were, rather than focusing on the execution of the mechanics and controls.”
“The first few stages are fun, but the last stage completely ruined it for me - I was being soft-locked and spent a good 30 minutes on that one little hole in the rocks because the platforming mechanic is just not properly made.”
“The gameplay is terrible, but the dragon is hot and you get to have hot interspecies intercourse with it.”
- humor223 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is predominantly characterized by crude and sexual innuendos, which many players find amusing, especially in the context of its gameplay mechanics. While some appreciate the humor as entertaining and lighthearted, others feel it becomes repetitive or frustrating as the game progresses. Overall, the game is described as funny and charming, appealing particularly to those with a taste for immature or edgy humor.
“A charming little game, with simple yet challenging mechanics and a very vibrant art style, along with some crude humor and innuendos to add to its enjoyable theme.”
“This game is hilarious and adorable and I love it!”
“Funny game that I speedrun.”
“The game is so bad that it's not even funny.”
“The humor relies on unfunny sex jokes, and the physics are quite poor.”
- graphics123 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming pixel art style, vibrant colors, and overall aesthetic appeal. Many players appreciate the cute and engaging visuals, which enhance the gameplay experience, although some note that the graphics may feel outdated in comparison to modern titles. Overall, the art style is considered a highlight, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
“The graphics in the game are very nice; I personally liked it very much.”
“Its art style is simply magnificent, featuring vivid colors and intricate designs that bring the game's world to life.”
“Deepest sword is an extraordinary video game that left me awestruck with its breathtaking visuals, captivating gameplay, and immersive narrative.”
“Outdated graphics: as a game originally released in 2003, Day of Defeat's graphics have aged considerably.”
“While its historical accuracy compensates for this to some extent, newcomers may find it hard to overlook the dated visuals.”
“The technical implementation is fairly bare bones, with blocky 2D retro pixel 'art' graphics.”
- story112 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its depth and humor, particularly in quests involving dragons and knights, while others find it simplistic or lacking substance. Many reviews highlight a blend of comedic and serious elements, with some describing it as engaging and relatable, while others criticize it for being shallow or poorly developed. Overall, the narrative seems to resonate differently with players, ranging from heartfelt and profound to trivial and forgettable.
“Such a wholesome experience with a cute story, recommend to play with kids!”
“Furthermore, Deepest Sword boasts a profound and thought-provoking storyline.”
“The interesting story and intense boss fight make this game a holiday homewrecker for anyone looking to fall into a deep gaming hole.”
“It is a shame that the devs did not really take the time to put more effort into the actual story because if they took the effort they had from the 18+ scenes and put it into the normal scenes, then this game would be so much better than what it currently is now.”
“The audio is fine, albeit nothing special, and the story is simple, but alas feels empty with virtually no context.”
“This is the worst game created, controls are awful, story is boring, and is overall just a really disappointing game.”
- music61 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its catchy 8-bit soundtrack that complements the cute pixel art and gameplay. While some find the music enjoyable and fitting, a few critiques mention it can become repetitive over longer play sessions. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the game's charm, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The pixel art is endearing, and the soundtrack complements the gameplay perfectly.”
“The 8-bit soundtrack really slaps and helps bring this energy to life!”
“Nice little game with a catchy soundtrack that will awaken the speedrunner in you!”
“The music in the game is only decent, and the sound effects, what little there are, are also just okay.”
“The music is a bit too repetitive to listen to for half an hour straight, though.”
“Music is a pile of shit, drilling through your head.”
- emotional48 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players' experiences of deep feelings, ranging from joy and wholesomeness to sadness and frustration. Many reviewers noted that the game elicited strong emotional responses, including tears, particularly during poignant moments in the story, while others appreciated its cute and relatable narrative. Overall, the game is described as a touching journey that resonates with players on multiple emotional levels.
“An emotional and philosophical journey, please play this game.”
“No spoilers, but I cried so much at the end.”
“The ending is truly emotional.”
- replayability36 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is largely dependent on the player's interest in speedrunning, with many reviews noting that while the initial playthrough is short and enjoyable, the main incentive for replaying comes from attempting to beat personal best times or achieve specific milestones. Overall, it offers decent replay value for those who appreciate the challenge of improving their performance, but may not appeal to players seeking a more extensive gameplay experience.
“It's very replayable, especially considering how there are achievements for reaching certain times.”
“Overall, a fantastic, creative and challenging platformer game with great replayability, 9.5/10!”
“Deepest Sword is an underrated masterpiece that perfectly manages to create a fun, replayable (and speedrunable) game with clever innuendos throughout the short journey.”
“Very little replay value unless you're going for the speedruns, but it's good enough on a first playthrough.”
“Its a pretty short game though and if you're not into speedrunning/repeating the same content to get a better time there's not a ton of replayability.”
“First playthrough takes only about 12 minutes and there isn't a ton of replay value.”
- grinding30 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game's grinding aspect is largely viewed as tedious and frustrating, particularly in the later levels where precision is required, leading to repetitive trial and error. While some players find enjoyment in the challenges and speedrun potential, many express that the grind can feel excessive and detracts from the overall fun, with a few suggesting it may require an unrealistic time investment to fully complete. Overall, the grinding experience is a mixed bag, with some appreciating the challenge while others find it overly tedious.
“Pretty good game, a little frustrating, but since it's pretty short, it's not tedious to complete it.”
“Grindy (60 - 100 hours)”
“One long, tedious grind”
“Grinding out the speedrun was obnoxious, but the game is a lot of fun if you aren't compulsively trying to 100% it.”
“It was so incredibly tedious and I failed at it 100 times before finally getting it.”
“Literally just not a fun game; it's a tedious grindfest.”
- stability11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- -18 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, while a few players experienced no issues at all. Some players expressed frustration over the game's performance, calling it a "buggy mess," while others noted occasional audio problems and visual glitches. Overall, the game's stability appears to be inconsistent, affecting the experience for a substantial number of users.
“The game runs smoothly without any bugs.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues during my gameplay.”
“The performance is consistent, making for a seamless experience.”
“Way too buggy; needs to be more polished.”
“Buggy mess; the game doesn't even work. Total worthless trash. I want a refund on my time from these worthless devs who should never make video games.”
“This game has the most ridiculous physics and glitches for no reason, making it almost impossible to get the 'finish game in 3 minutes 30 seconds or less' achievement.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "Day of Defeat" is highly praised for its immersive recreation of the gritty and chaotic environment of World War II battles. Additionally, the game's pixel art features a chunky style that adds a light yet atmospheric detail, enhancing the overall experience.
“Immersive WWII atmosphere: Day of Defeat excels in recreating the gritty and chaotic atmosphere of World War II battles.”
“The pixel art is pleasantly chunky with light yet atmospheric detail.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight that while the character designs are praised for their uniqueness and cuteness, the overall character development is perceived as lacking depth, with some players expressing a preference for specific characters, like the old man at the start.
“Rich character development.”
“The character design is really cute and it's a unique mechanic.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report experiencing performance anxiety due to suboptimal optimization, indicating that the game's performance issues can lead to frustration and hinder the overall gaming experience.
“I always have performance anxiety.”
“The game runs poorly on my system, even with the lowest settings.”
“Frequent frame drops make it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy may not align with the expectations set by advertising, suggesting a disconnect between promotional content and the actual gameplay experience.
