Descent from Arkov's Tower
- October 30, 2024
- Saturn91
Get on SteamUnexpected Encounters & Choices In Descend from Arkov’s Tower, every step is filled with decisions that could change your fate. You might face: Rolling a dice that could cost you your life. Wielding a unique healing sword that’s not just for show—it’s actually useful. Risking your hard-earned items or coins being stolen by a sneaky enemy. Consuming potions, smearin…
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- The game features charming pixel art and a unique aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
- It offers extensive modding support, allowing players to customize their gameplay and even create their own mods easily.
- The gameplay is entertaining with a good mix of strategy and action, complemented by enjoyable NPC interactions and a great soundtrack.
- The game has experienced crashes, particularly during critical fights, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
- Some achievements fail to trigger, leading to frustration for players aiming for completion.
- While the game starts off slow, it may not provide enough challenge until later stages, which could deter some players.
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a unique 8-bit aesthetic with dynamic elements, such as wall adornments that follow the player and visually appealing mob corpses. Reviewers suggest labeling the graphics as "12-bit" for their distinct style that surpasses traditional 8-bit and Amiga visuals, resulting in an overall impressive appearance.
“The graphics are 8-bit-ish but more: the wall adornments move to look at you, and the mob corpses are pretty cool.”
“Call the graphics 12-bit because it's not quite Amiga/ST-ish but looks great nevertheless.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and accessible, with NPCs offering short missions that enhance the experience. The easy mode allows players to quickly progress through the narrative, making it easy to grasp the overall plot.
“The NPCs have short missions for you that are a fun addition to the overall narrative.”
“The easy mode is really accessible, allowing players to quickly reach the end and grasp the story.”
“The story feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me disappointed by the end.”
“The narrative is disjointed and fails to engage, resulting in a lackluster experience overall.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and comfort, enhancing the overall experience alongside the art and engaging NPC conversations.
“The music is absolutely great, and so is the art.”
“I also enjoyed the conversations with the NPCs (I highly recommend listening to them), and the music in the background is just super comfortable.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, which is positively received, allowing for extensive exploration and the incorporation of clever mechanics and details.
“There is a lot to explore and some very ingenious mechanics and details.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its high replayability, attributed to its charming pixel art style and roguelike elements that encourage players to return for multiple playthroughs.
“A lovely pixel art roguelike game with lots of replay value.”
