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Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos is a single player role playing game with a violence theme. It was developed by Wave Light Games Inc. and was released on April 24, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Demon's Rise: Lords of Chaos is a turn-based tactical RPG set in a dark, brutal fantasy world. As a champion of dark gods, command legions of barbarians, beastmen, and demons to bring ruin to civilized realms. Victory requires strategic use of terrain, morale, formations, and magic. Build a powerful war band, command demonic allies, and crush those who stand against you.

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game offers a high level of customization, allowing players to tailor their teams to their preferred play style.
It features enjoyable turn-based combat with a variety of characters and abilities, making for engaging gameplay.
The game is a great value for its price, providing hours of entertainment and replayability through different character combinations.

The game suffers from bugs and unpolished mechanics, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Campaign progression can feel grindy, with difficulty spikes that may disrupt the flow of the game.
The story is weak and lacks depth, making it feel more like a series of battles rather than a cohesive narrative.

story
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
82%
5%
The game's story is generally considered weak and uninspired, with many reviewers noting that it feels secondary to the gameplay mechanics. While some players appreciate the light narrative and the ability to play as a team of "bad guys," the overall consensus is that the story lacks depth and fails to engage, making it less appealing for those seeking a compelling narrative experience. The gameplay is praised, but the story is often described as basic and lacking in creativity.
- “I initially supported the game as it has a decent story plus, how many tactical games are out there that let you play as a whole crew of 'bad guys'?”
- “The story is simple, but still interesting.”
- “This game plays like a labor of love, the storyline and writing are on par with some of the better DM's I've had.”
- “The devs put a lot of time into stats and very little into story and actual gameplay.”
- “There's a minor bit of story and the battles get progressively harder and more epic, but that's about it really.”
- “I'd recommend the game to those seeking a nice turn-based tactical game where you can do a mission or quick battle in 10-15 minutes, but if you seek a compelling story or an RPG, I'd look elsewhere.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the decent models and overall presentation, while others criticize them as dated or rough. Many players appreciate the optimization that allows for smooth gameplay despite the graphics not being top-notch. Overall, while the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they are often deemed sufficient for an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The graphics and overall presentation are better than what I was expecting.”
- “The models in the game are well designed, so it's still aesthetically competitive against other new games.”
- “This is a game where a powerful quality engine would make it magnificent, but it has wonderful graphics.”
- “Little tactical depth, dated graphics, and a clunky UI.”
- “The graphics are rough and movements clunky as hell.”
- “The graphics are meh; it was ported from mobile and currently costs $4.19, so temper your expectations appropriately.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
52%
16%
The gameplay in this sequel retains the low production values of its predecessor while introducing some interesting mechanics and strategic variants that enhance the experience. Players can expect fluid, straightforward turn-based RPG mechanics with a variety of skills and systems, including a moral and cover system, which contribute to engaging battles and a solid 20 hours of gameplay. However, the isometric perspective may feel outdated to some, and while the gameplay is praised, the plot remains secondary.
- “Interesting mechanics and the developers thoroughly explore the gameplay potential of the design space of the mechanics through the various characters.”
- “Pros: fluid gameplay and interesting strategy variants, with many skills to choose.”
- “The gameplay is very straightforward and should be easy to pick up if you've played a turn-based party RPG.”
- “This sequel keeps the same cheap production values from the first game, copy-pasting many of its assets (and bugs) but adds nothing substantial to the gameplay.”
- “The mechanics are extremely like other games and they do not hide it.”
- “Sooner or later developers will advance from the isometric gameplay that has become tiresome.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
The game exhibits significant stability issues, including frequent bugs such as glitches with enemy health bars and inconsistent gameplay mechanics. While some players find it enjoyable and well-performing overall, the presence of frustrating bugs detracts from the experience.
- “The game is fun to play and runs great.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I rarely experience any crashes.”
- “The performance is solid, and I can enjoy long gaming sessions without any issues.”
- “The game can also be frustratingly buggy.”
- “Tentaclid stun glitches occur about half the time; it says it works, but seems to do nothing.”
- “Very buggy game; one character dies each time I reload, and the difficulty is not managed properly.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, with campaign progression feeling slow and enemies becoming overly resilient early on. Many report spending significant time grinding for experience and resources, often feeling that combat lacks depth and rewards, leading to a tedious experience. Overall, the need to level up characters extensively to progress further contributes to a frustrating grind.
- “Even worse, the campaign progression pacing is much more grindy with enemies becoming damage sponges much earlier than in the first game, way before you have enough money to build a couple of overpowered characters to carry your team through waves of overtuned yet stupid enemies.”
- “Mostly grinding for stuff; experience points are too slow. After 8 hours, I'm still level 5 and can't grind my way through those damn spiders.”
- “The game gets extremely grindy, as you have to level up characters to take on new missions.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game offers excellent replayability, allowing players to experiment with different teams and parties. Additionally, the inclusion of quick battles that expand as players progress provides a variety of replayable side quests and adventures.
- “This is great for replayability, as you can try different teams.”
- “Great replayability by trying out different parties.”
- “You can pick a quick battle from a list that expands as you progress, offering replayable side quests and adventures.”
- “The game offers a limited selection of quick battles that feel repetitive after a while, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While there are side quests available, they don't really expand or change much, leading to a lack of true replayability.”
- “The quick battles become monotonous, and without significant variation, I found myself losing interest quickly.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development is praised for its appealing design, complemented by a supportive and engaging developer.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of the characters add so much depth to the overall narrative.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game is noted for its responsiveness and effective optimization, even running smoothly on a laptop that falls below the minimum system requirements.
- “The game is responsive and optimized; I'm running it on a laptop that is below the minimum requirements.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; it feels polished and efficient, making it accessible for a wider range of systems.”
- “The game is poorly optimized, causing frequent frame drops even on high-end systems.”
- “I experienced significant lag and stuttering, which makes gameplay frustrating.”
- “Despite having a powerful PC, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky, nostalgic charm reminiscent of the early 2000s, blending tactical gameplay with comedic elements that enhance the overall experience. Players find it amusing and entertaining, contributing to its appeal in the tactical turn-based genre.
- “A funny little tactical turn-based medieval fantasy game.”
- “This game is very, very funny because it captures the essence of the 2000s.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting that it is enjoyable and complements the sound effects effectively, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The music is pretty good.”
- “The sound effects and music fit the game perfectly.”

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Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos is a role playing game with violence theme.

Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 35 hours playing Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos.

Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos was released on April 24, 2018.

Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos was developed by Wave Light Games Inc..

Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos is a single player game.

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