Demon's Rise - War for the Deep

When I started playing Demon’s Rise – War for the Deep, I really wanted to like the game. Unfortunately, there are too many little bad things stacked up to really get into this one.

71%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

replayability, music

76% User Score Based on 85 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 5 reviews

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Demon's Rise - War for the Deep is a single player role playing game with a violence theme. It was developed by Wave Light Games Inc. and was released on April 28, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Demon's Rise - War for the Deep" is a turn-based strategy game that transports players to a dark fantasy world. Lead a party of up to 10 heroes through various quests, fighting against demons and other monstrous creatures. The game features a variety of character classes and customization options, as well as challenging tactical combat that will test your strategic skills.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 85 reviews

story5 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game offers a wide variety of character classes and abilities, allowing for diverse party compositions and strategies.
It provides engaging turn-based tactical gameplay that can be enjoyed in short sessions, making it a good casual experience.
The developer is responsive to feedback and has released patches to improve the game, showing commitment to quality.

The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs that can cause crashes and unresponsive gameplay during battles.
Graphics and overall presentation are low quality, resembling a mobile port rather than a polished PC game.
The lack of a compelling narrative and repetitive gameplay can make the experience feel dull and uninspired over time.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
78%
8%
The story in "Demon's Rise" is described as minimal and lacking depth, primarily serving as a vehicle for the game's combat mechanics rather than offering engaging narrative elements or character development. Players note that while the missions follow a simple storyline, they often feel repetitive and uninspired, with many preferring the straightforward gameplay over a complex plot. Overall, the story is considered the weakest aspect of the game, with many reviewers expressing a desire for a more substantial narrative to enhance the experience.
- “The story is light but serves its purpose without getting in the way.”
- “Whilst the story elements don't exactly have a great deal going for them, they do their job well enough as a vehicle to push you along with the superb combat engine.”
- “The story will not carry you along with its fantastic developments or interesting character growth, but I stayed up later than I planned more than once for 'one more run' in the patrol missions that accompany the campaign.”
- “The graphics are rudimentary, the AI is very basic, the story is almost non-existent.”
- “The weakest point here is the story.”
- “It's like an iPad game, just a series of turn-based tactical battles with very little story.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
37%
19%
The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many users describing them as rudimentary, outdated, and reminiscent of 90s style visuals. While some appreciate the bright and fun aesthetic, others criticize the lack of resolution options and graphical tweaks, suggesting that the visuals are basic and not suitable for everyone. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose but fall short of modern standards, leaving players wanting more in terms of quality and depth.
- “Sometimes it's just fun to move a party around and figure out how to kill monsters without getting killed yourself, with level ups and the option to improve equipment, along with fun graphics and character choices.”
- “The graphics aren't bad, bright and breezy in keeping with the not too serious nature of the game.”
- “I like the graphics, the characters, their skills and abilities.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “Playdough-like graphics, torpid gameplay, and an interface that only an asset-flipper could love; Demon's Rise should have never left the mobile platform.”
- “If you get past the freezing/crashing bugs, you will be blinded by the horrendous graphics.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by straightforward mechanics and a turn-based system that some players find satisfying, though it can become repetitive over time. While the game offers a substantial amount of content, with over 50 hours of play, issues such as a flawed user interface and occasional coding errors detract from the experience. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and provides depth through replayable battles and character customization, but it lacks polish and visual appeal.
- “The gameplay is turn-based and satisfying.”
- “Gameplay is fun, fight your way through each level in the campaign or quick battles, and all are replayable with your teams for gaining loot or the gold to buy more, which is really good and adds nice depth and build surplus.”
- “The price is laughable really especially when you consider that the combat mechanics put almost every AAA turn-based strategy to shame.”
- “Playdough-like graphics, torpid gameplay, and an interface that only an asset-flipper could love; Demon's Rise should have never left the mobile platform.”
- “50+ hours of gameplay means doing the same thing over and over again.”
- “Straightforward game mechanics that are somewhat soured by user interface flaws.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game offers significant replayability due to its diverse hero classes and customizable party builds, allowing players to experience the same story and missions in varied ways. With engaging turn-based combat and the option to tackle quick battles for loot and upgrades, players find ample opportunities to revisit the game. Overall, the combination of character variety and gameplay depth contributes to its strong replay value.
- “The variety of character types and the ability to tinker with party builds gives this game excellent replay value.”
- “For the price, you can't go wrong; turn-based hex combat, tons of replay value, gear, monsters, and characters to choose from.”
- “Lots of variety with tons of replayability!”
- “Replayability is not out of the question because different classes of heroes can make a party, despite the same story and same side missions.”
- “Short but decent, with dozens of character classes to choose from, making it very replayable.”
- “Gameplay is fun; you can fight your way through each level in the campaign or quick battles, all of which are replayable with your teams for gaining loot or gold to buy more, adding nice depth and build surplus.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some users praising its quality and voice acting, while others criticize its short loops and occasional glitches. Some players found the music to be effective but opted to turn it off due to volume control issues. Overall, the soundtrack is considered decent, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Music and sound effects are good and also the graphics.”
- “Amazing voices, music, and sound.”
- “Buck for buck, great game, okay English grammar, and a decent soundtrack.”
- “The music does its job, but it's too short before looping, and I noticed some awkward looping glitches.”
- “It also doesn't lower the music volume at all if I use the loudness slider, so I had to turn it off completely.”
- “Same goes for the music (which I turned off) and sound effects.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some find the game fun and largely bug-free, others encounter issues such as awkward music looping and buggy tiles that can lead to character softlocks during battles. These glitches may necessitate a restart, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- “For the price, it's got a bunch of interesting decisions, and if you can put up with the old-school graphics, it's fun and bug-free for me so far.”
- “Some maps have buggy tiles that lock the character in a movement animation, resulting in a softlock during battles (a battle restart is necessary).”
- “The music does its job, but it's too short before looping, and I noticed some awkward looping glitches.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization of "Demon's Rise - War for the Deep" is criticized as a cash grab, with a price of around $7 USD deemed unrealistic given the game's defects and the availability of superior free alternatives on Steam.
- “Demon's Rise - War for the Deep has a completely unrealistic cash grab price of around $7 USD. It's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings of the product, especially considering the sheer number of completely free, much higher quality games on Steam.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend money on features that should be included in the base game.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many essential items and upgrades are locked behind a paywall, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable, but it can become tedious over time, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.
- “The game is fun, but the grinding is excessive and tedious.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay, but the amount of grinding required to progress is frustrating.”
- “While the mechanics are solid, the constant grinding takes away from the overall experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is perceived as somewhat lacking, with designs described as average and feeling somewhat generic or stock-like, which may detract from the overall engagement with the characters.
- “The character designs are alright, but they feel a bit stock, like a hydra.”
- “The character development is shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “I found the characters to be one-dimensional, with little growth or change throughout the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with users noting that it focuses more on quick, workmanlike scenarios rather than fostering a strong emotional connection through its campaign.
- “The game masterfully weaves a narrative that pulls at your heartstrings, making you feel deeply connected to the characters and their struggles.”
- “Every choice I made felt significant, and the emotional weight of the story lingered long after I finished playing.”
- “The moments of joy and sorrow were beautifully balanced, creating an emotional rollercoaster that left me reflecting on my own life.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is noted for its responsiveness and effective optimization, ensuring a smooth gameplay experience.
- “The game is highly responsive and well-optimized, providing a smooth experience.”
- “I appreciate how optimized the game feels; everything runs seamlessly.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, making for a fluid and enjoyable gameplay experience.”

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Demon's Rise - War for the Deep is a role playing game with violence theme.

Demon's Rise - War for the Deep is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Demon's Rise - War for the Deep.

Demon's Rise - War for the Deep was released on April 28, 2018.

Demon's Rise - War for the Deep was developed by Wave Light Games Inc..

Demon's Rise - War for the Deep has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Demon's Rise - War for the Deep is a single player game.

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