Demon's Rise - War for the Deep
- April 28, 2018
- Wave Light Games Inc.
- 20h median play time
Get on Steam"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.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a wide variety of characters and classes, allowing for diverse party compositions and play styles.
- It provides enjoyable, low-stress turn-based gameplay that can be played in short sessions.
- The developer is responsive and actively works on patches to improve the game, enhancing the overall experience.
- The graphics are rudimentary and feel more suited for mobile platforms, lacking polish compared to other titles.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with minimal story and basic combat mechanics.
- The user interface is poorly designed, with numerous bugs and limitations that hinder the overall experience.
- story29 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story in "Demon's Rise" is generally regarded as minimal and simplistic, serving primarily as a backdrop for the tactical combat rather than a driving force of the game. While some players find the missions immersive and engaging enough to keep playing, the overall narrative lacks depth and character development, often feeling like a series of repetitive combat scenarios. Despite its shortcomings, the light story is seen as sufficient for those primarily interested in gameplay mechanics.
“The story is simple but yet immersive and the combat is smooth.”
“The story is light but serves its purpose without getting in the way.”
“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.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as crude, rudimentary, and reminiscent of 90s style visuals, often compared to playdough-like aesthetics. While some players find them acceptable for the gameplay experience, many criticize them as outdated and lacking detail, with a few noting that they detract from the overall enjoyment of the game. Despite the graphical shortcomings, some users appreciate the character designs and skills, suggesting that the gameplay can still be engaging if one can overlook the visuals.
“I like the graphics, the characters, their skills and abilities.”
“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.”
“In some ways it is similar to Warhammer Quest, and although it does not have the travel and slightly worse graphics, it does have a better equipment selection and numerous interesting playable characters.”
“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.”
“The graphics are rudimentary, the AI is very basic, the story is almost non-existent.”
“If you get past the freezing/crashing bugs, you will be blinded by the horrendous graphics.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Demon's Rise is characterized by straightforward mechanics that can become repetitive over time, with some players noting a lack of depth and a frustrating user interface. While the game offers a substantial amount of content, the simplistic design and occasional coding errors detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its execution. Despite these issues, some players still find enjoyment in the gameplay, appreciating its solid foundation.
“I am not sure if it's for everyone and the graphics are nothing to cry home about, but I do think the gameplay is great.”
“Solid gameplay.”
“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 50 hours the same over and over again.”
“Straightforward game mechanics that are somewhat soured by user interface flaws.”
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the quality of the voice acting and sound, others find the music repetitive with awkward looping glitches and insufficient volume control options. Overall, it serves its purpose but may not be memorable for all players.
“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 the sound effects.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its diverse character classes, turn-based combat, and an expanding list of quick battles that resemble side quests. Players appreciate the variety in gear, monsters, and characters, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging. Overall, it provides great value for its price with ample opportunities for repeated gameplay.
“Short but decent with dozens of character classes to choose from, making it very replayable.”
“For the price, you can't go wrong. Turn-based hex combat, tons of replay value, gear, monsters, and characters to choose from.”
“Pick a quick battle from a list that expands as you progress (think replayable side quests/adventures).”
“The game offers a variety of character classes, but the overall experience feels short, limiting its replayability.”
“You can pick a quick battle from a list that expands as you progress, but it lacks depth, making it less engaging for repeated playthroughs.”
- stability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
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.
“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.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development is perceived as somewhat lacking, with designs described as average and somewhat generic, failing to stand out or evoke strong emotional connections.
“The character designs are alright, but they feel a bit stock.”
“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 to no growth throughout the game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 you make has emotional weight, leading to moments that leave you reflecting long after the game is over.”
“The soundtrack and visuals combine to create an atmosphere that enhances the emotional impact of the story, making each scene unforgettable.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
