Demigod
- December 14, 2011
- Gas Powered Games
- 5h median play time
Demigod is fun and frantic and will keep you coming back for more, but there is the unavoidable feeling that you are only playing half a game. However it overcomes this feeling by truly being greater than the sum of its parts.
Get on Steam"Demigod is a real-time, tactical strategy game with action and RPG elements, where 2-player multiplayer and single-player options are available. In a horror-themed mystical world, Demigods battle for ascension to godhood, leading minions and leveling up to unleash new abilities. Sensational gameplay and good visuals make for a thrilling experience in this co-op and PvP arena combat."
PC
Reviews
- Demigod offers a unique blend of MOBA and RTS elements, allowing players to upgrade their minions and structures, which adds depth to the gameplay.
- The game features a variety of unique characters, each with distinct abilities, providing different playstyles and strategies.
- Despite its age, the graphics and art style are still impressive, making the game visually appealing.
- The online multiplayer community is nearly non-existent, making it difficult to find matches against other players.
- The game suffers from a frustrating login and registration process, which can hinder access to gameplay.
- Many players find the AI to be lacking, leading to repetitive gameplay when playing solo.
- gameplay55 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mix of traditional MOBA and RTS elements, featuring beautiful maps and a team-oriented structure that encourages strategic play. While some players appreciate the depth and unique mechanics, such as global upgrades and tactical control, others criticize the gameplay for being slow, repetitive, and lacking balance among characters. Overall, the experience is described as fun and engaging for casual play, but may not satisfy those seeking a more competitive or dynamic environment.
“The maps are beautiful and the gameplay is very interesting with a TF2 team style (medic, tank, sniper, assassin, turrets, etc.) if played correctly.”
“The gameplay is very skill-based and requires a good amount of playtime to really master.”
“The next part where Demigod leaves traditional MOBA-style gameplay behind is it focuses very heavily upon strategic assets and tactical control; holding onto flags is a game-changer, and you can upgrade or add to your army, with a remarkably large wealth of global upgrades for your whole team and even your minions.”
“For a game, you might only get 3-5 hours of gameplay (if you're lucky) before you get bored.”
“The gameplay is just... bland.”
“The combat mechanic is terrible, no chance of escape unless you are by a tower; even then, you still will probably die if you are outgunned.”
- graphics38 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and high quality, often described as stunning and above average for its genre. While some users noted that the graphics may appear dated compared to newer titles, many still find them impressive and enjoyable, contributing positively to the gameplay experience. The vibrant visuals, unique character designs, and detailed maps enhance the overall aesthetic, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The graphics are beautiful.”
“Pretty much everyone agrees that the graphics and animation are stunning, and they are.”
“The graphics are, even to this day, absolutely stunning.”
“Graphics and videos were extremely misleading in the previews.”
“Graphics looking old.”
“I hope a new version of the game is made with 2022 graphics.”
- story18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 28 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is a mixed bag, with many players noting the absence of a traditional campaign or structured narrative, despite the presence of rich lore and unique character backstories. While some find the lore engaging and the character designs thoughtful, others express disappointment over the lack of a cohesive story mode, leading to a gameplay experience that feels more like a MOBA than a story-driven RTS. Overall, the setting and character backgrounds are appreciated, but the absence of a dedicated story campaign leaves many wanting more.
“I'm not big on PvP, but the story mode is actually fun and engaging.”
“Each hero has a unique story, and they all seem to avoid the commonplace; it's quite easy to feel empathy for some characters (such as Rook - literally a moving castle).”
“The environments are beautifully realized in scale and really work well with the story, as various demigods are battling it out, and the victor will become a god and rule over the others.”
“It has no campaign, no story, just lore.”
“There is no explanation on how to play, no single player story or campaign and multiplayer is dead.”
“No story mode even though they give everything a backstory including the game itself.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its suitability and quality, contributing to a great atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, complementing the engaging gameplay and polished graphics. Even players unfamiliar with the genre appreciate the music's role in making the game enjoyable and accessible.
“The music is great, the characters are interesting and varied, and it's a challenge, albeit a fun one, to win.”
“It has great atmosphere, pace, music, characters and a nice balance of strategy and fighting.”
“All around a well polished game with great graphics and soundtrack.”
“Some musical skill sets and you can get the job done right despite the other nitpicks!”
“Even if you are not a fan of this genre, I would recommend this game based on its reasonable learning curve, visuals, and soundtrack along with playability.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, bugs, and glitches that render it unplayable. Many players experience issues such as the game freezing when moving the mouse or getting stuck on loading screens. While some community-created patches have improved the experience, the overall consensus is that significant stability issues remain that need to be addressed before the game can be recommended.
“The game can be okay, but there is a bug where when the mouse moves, the entire game freezes (Windows 10, AMD Threadripper with 64 GB RAM and NVMe). This bug needs to be fixed before it can be recommended.”
“I could never get this game to work; it's very buggy.”
“Can't even play the game; it freezes or stays on the loading screen.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its remarkable blend of engaging gameplay elements, including music, character design, and a balanced mix of strategy and combat. Players find it to be cool, fun, and immersive, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“The atmosphere within the gameplay is remarkable.”
“It has great atmosphere, pace, music, characters, and a nice balance of strategy and fighting.”
“It's cool, fun, and atmospheric.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it immensely fun and challenging, others feel it lacks sufficient content to maintain long-term interest, leading to eventual boredom. Overall, it receives a low to moderate replayability rating.
“It is immensely replayable and remains both fun and challenging.”
“Good replayability.”
“The replayability factor is a 1/10.”
“To summarize, although it is truly fun for a while, it eventually becomes boring, since there isn't enough replayable content.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization model has been criticized for its poor implementation at launch, lacking downloadable content (DLC) and resembling a cash grab typical of modern games. However, it is noted that the game avoids the pitfalls of many free-to-play titles that often feature excessive in-game transactions.
“Developers have screwed themselves with a poor launch and a poor monetization model.”
“There is also no DLC, which feels like another cash grab often seen in more modern games.”
“At the very least, it is not subject to the cash grab of many modern so-called 'free-to-play' games that are rife with in-game transactions that add up quickly.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from the clever design of the heroes, though players find it amusingly ironic that the roster is both limited and costly by contemporary standards.
“Each hero is very well thought out, but by modern standards, the roster is hilariously small.”
“Hilariously expensive.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively slow and tedious, often leading to frustration due to its unresponsive mechanics.
“The game is too slow, making the grinding feel tedious and unresponsive.”
“Grinding in this game is a monotonous chore that takes away from the overall experience.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel like a never-ending slog.”
Critic Reviews
Demigod Review
This competitive-only strategy action game has some good ideas that are hindered by its laggy, inconsistent online play.
60%Demigod Review
Demigod is fun and frantic and will keep you coming back for more, but there is the unavoidable feeling that you are only playing half a game. However it overcomes this feeling by truly being greater than the sum of its parts.
80%Demigod review
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