Demon Hunter 5: Ascendance
- April 4, 2019
- Brave Giant LTD
- 4h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Demon Hunter 5: Ascendance," you are a skilled demon hunter tasked with saving the world from a powerful demon lord. Use your arsenal of weapons, spells, and wits to battle through hordes of monsters and uncover the ancient secrets needed to defeat the looming evil. With its immersive storyline and challenging gameplay, this action-packed RPG will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and engaging voice acting, enhancing the overall experience.
- Puzzles and hidden object scenes are enjoyable, with a good variety that keeps gameplay interesting.
- The new male protagonist adds a fresh perspective to the series, and the campy storyline provides a fun, light-hearted experience.
- The story lacks depth and connection to previous installments, leaving players confused about character backgrounds and plot continuity.
- Gameplay can feel linear and repetitive, with some puzzles being overly simplistic or relying on luck rather than skill.
- The game is relatively short, with many players wishing for a longer experience to fully enjoy the content.
- story63 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story in this game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its campy and engaging elements, while others criticize it for being disjointed and lacking depth compared to previous installments. Many noted the absence of connections to earlier narratives in the series, though the introduction of a new protagonist and a tragic backstory added some intrigue. Overall, while the story offers moments of charm and excitement, it often feels underdeveloped and disconnected from the series' roots.
“The story this time, thankfully, is comprehensive, interesting, throws a few curve balls your way and as always this series doesn't shy away from death.”
“A fun, campy story with colorful characters and smooth-as-butter gameplay.”
“I found myself actually caring for the story and main character, and I even took the bait of a story hook of a potential sequel (in the bonus game) even though that alluded to a typical storyline of a hidden object game.”
“The story-line made no sense, though much of it is told to you by the villain, so one can assume that he's an unreliable narrator of what's going on.”
“The story is dumb but that does not really matter.”
“Very easy hidden object game with beautiful graphics but the story is lacking and challenge is not there.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and detail, with many reviewers highlighting the crisp, clean aesthetic and rich backgrounds that enhance the overall experience. While some noted inconsistencies in design, the visuals are generally considered a standout feature, contributing to the game's eerie atmosphere and engaging storyline. Overall, the graphics receive high marks, with many players appreciating the artistic quality and visual appeal.
“A really crisp, clean, but rich aesthetic to the game and the backgrounds.”
“What fantastically beautiful and eerie graphics.”
“The graphics are terrific, and though the English translation is awkward at times, the voice actors do a great job in bringing it to life.”
“The different settings, the background artworks, the cutscenes - totally off-putting inconsistent design.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the quality of the background music and voice-overs, which enhance the overall experience. While most sound effects are praised, some specific sounds, like the "ding" when hovering over cards, can be annoying. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game, earning a solid rating of 4 out of 5.
“The voice acting and music were great as well.”
“The background music and voice-overs are really well done.”
“I love it when games have music and background effects playing.”
“There are extra features in the game: bonus chapter, bonus hidden object scenes, bonus puzzles, soundtracks, concept art, and wallpapers.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring classic hidden object and puzzle mechanics that remain consistent with previous entries, though some players note a reduction in puzzle complexity and variety. While the game offers a fun and colorful experience with smooth mechanics, it is criticized for its weaker story and limited settings. Overall, it provides a decent playtime of around four hours, including a bonus chapter.
“A fun, campy story with colorful characters and smooth-as-butter gameplay.”
“Wonderful artwork and gameplay with a scary twist.”
“However, even gameplay takes a hit this time around, with most puzzles confined to only two screens.”
“This is the weakest of the demon hunter games in terms of story, setting, and personality, but still mostly delivers on basic hidden object and breezy puzzle gameplay.”
“It is around 4 hours of gameplay (not like recent 2-hour titles) including the bonus chapter.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its spooky and immersive theme, making it an ideal choice for players seeking a chilling experience.
“If you are looking for an atmospheric spooky theme, this is just right.”
“The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that keeps you on edge.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.
“The replay value for the game is low.”
“There isn't much incentive to play through the game again after finishing it.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little reason to return.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is generally well-optimized, running smoothly and incorporating familiar elements from the Artifex Mundi series. However, players note that it feels more linear and lacks the freshness of previous titles, which may detract from the overall experience.
“The game runs smoothly and incorporates all the usual Artifex Mundi elements, making for a solid experience.”
“I appreciate the optimization in this game; it allows for seamless gameplay without any noticeable lag.”
“The performance is impressive, ensuring that even during intense moments, the game maintains a steady frame rate.”
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