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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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game offers a wide variety of characters and customization options, allowing players to experiment with different team compositions and strategies.
Gameplay is engaging with smooth turn-based combat mechanics, providing a satisfying experience for fans of the genre.
The game is affordable and offers good value for the amount of content, including a campaign and quick battles for grinding.

The user interface is clunky and poorly designed, making navigation and understanding game mechanics frustrating.
The story is weak and lacks depth, with many players feeling it is just a series of battles without meaningful progression.
The game suffers from balance issues, with some characters being significantly stronger than others, leading to a lack of strategic depth.

story
64 mentions
11 % positive mentions
84 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered weak and uninspired, with many reviewers noting that it feels secondary to gameplay mechanics. While some players appreciate the light narrative and the unique premise of playing as a team of "bad guys," the overall consensus is that the story lacks depth and engagement, making it less appealing for those seeking a compelling narrative experience. The game is better suited for players who prioritize tactical gameplay over a rich storyline.
- “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 DMs I've had.”
- “With an unattractive user interface, flavorless story, and unpredictable fluctuations in difficulty, the player consensus would certainly declare that this video game is unfit for general consumption.”
- “The devs put a lot of time into stats and very little into story and actual gameplay.”
- “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
24 mentions
46 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the decent quality and optimization that keeps loading times manageable, while others criticize them as dated or rough. Many note that while the visuals may not be top-tier, they are still aesthetically competitive and well-designed, contributing positively to the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are considered adequate for the gameplay, though they may not impress everyone.
- “It's just about the only thing that's come out recently that is perfectly optimized with just enough graphics to keep you interested.”
- “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.”
- “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
20 mentions
35 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this sequel is characterized by satisfying turn-based mechanics that offer a variety of strategic options and character abilities, although it suffers from recycled assets and bugs from its predecessor. Players can expect around 20 hours of engaging gameplay, with systems that encourage active participation rather than turtling, despite some initial confusion due to a learning curve. While the isometric perspective may feel outdated to some, fans of the genre will appreciate the depth and fluidity of the gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is turn-based and satisfying.”
- “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.”
- “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
50 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
83 % negative mentions
The game exhibits significant stability issues, with frequent bugs affecting gameplay, such as glitches with enemy health bars and abilities not functioning as intended. While some players find the game enjoyable and running smoothly overall, the persistent bugs can lead to frustration.
- “The game is fun to play and runs great.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I rarely encounter any crashes.”
- “The performance is smooth, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “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
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
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 for new missions contributes to a frustratingly grind-heavy gameplay experience.
- “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; XP is 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
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability through various hero classes and team combinations, allowing players to experiment with different party setups despite a consistent story and side missions. Additionally, the inclusion of quick battles that expand as players progress enhances the replay value, making it engaging for fans of turn-based tactical combat.
- “Replayability is not out of the question because different classes of heroes allow for diverse party compositions, despite the same story and side missions.”
- “This is great for replayability, as you can try different teams.”
- “Replayability is not out of the question because different classes of heroes allow for varied party compositions, despite the same story and side missions.”
- “Decent replayability coupled with a multitude of team combinations makes Demon's Rise: Lords of Chaos an engaging game for fans of turn-based tactical combat.”
- “You can pick a quick battle from a list that expands as you progress, offering replayable side quests and adventures.”
music
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are well-received, enhancing the overall atmosphere and excitement, particularly during grander battles. Reviewers note that the improved musical score complements the gameplay effectively, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “Battles are on a much grander scale in some maps than they are in the previous game, and this, along with the improved atmospheric music, makes a big difference to the overall feel of excitement while playing.”
- “The music is pretty good.”
- “The sound effects and music fit the game perfectly.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short time.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the music fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack feels uninspired and doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky, nostalgic charm reminiscent of early 2000s gaming, providing a lighthearted and amusing experience through its tactical turn-based mechanics. Players appreciate the comedic elements that enhance the overall enjoyment of the medieval fantasy setting.
- “A funny little tactical turn-based medieval fantasy game.”
- “This game is very, very funny because it captures the essence of the 2000s.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is significantly enhanced by grander-scale battles and improved atmospheric music, contributing to a heightened sense of excitement during gameplay.
- “Battles are on a much grander scale in some maps than they are in the previous game, and this, along with the improved atmospheric music, makes a big difference to the overall feel of excitement while playing.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The character development is praised for its appealing design, complemented by a supportive and engaging developer, which enhances the overall player experience.
- “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
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
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, leading to frequent crashes and long loading times.”
- “Despite having a high-end PC, I still experience significant frame drops and stuttering.”
- “The optimization is lacking, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end hardware.”