Devil's Dive
- July 7, 2023
- 1984pxls
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Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful pixel art and a charming retro style, complemented by an engaging chiptune soundtrack.
- Gameplay is addictive and fun, with a unique combo system that encourages fast-paced play and progression through upgrades.
- The game is challenging yet rewarding, with well-designed bosses and a satisfying gameplay loop that keeps players coming back for more.
- The difficulty can be frustrating, with unclear hitboxes and environmental hazards that hinder gameplay experience.
- Lack of a difficulty setting may alienate some players, as the game is designed with a high level of challenge that may not be enjoyable for everyone.
- Control scheme changes, such as using a shoulder button for jumping, can feel awkward and detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its charm and challenge, featuring a unique vertical dungeon crawler mechanic that emphasizes rapid movement and combo-based progression. While some controls, like the 360-degree aiming, may feel awkward on a gamepad, the overall experience is smooth and engaging, with an entertaining gameplay loop that encourages skillful play. Players appreciate the combination of fun mechanics, character design, and a well-executed difficulty curve.
“The gameplay is amazing, the difficulty is great, and the style is very charming.”
“It's like a vertical dungeon crawler, and the main gliding mechanic is pretty fun.”
“Very entertaining gameplay loop, simple in presentation but very challenging.”
“The 360-degree aiming doesn't really add anything to the gameplay, but it does necessitate more awkward controls on a gamepad.”
“From that, you can see the gameplay loop becomes trying to rapidly move downward through the level, sniping kills to keep up a combo and thus become stronger.”
“It's a neat 'win more' mechanic, and also allows for more mistakes later as the game gets harder.”
- music9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its catchy chiptune soundtrack and nostalgic 80s/90s vibe, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the creativity and quality of the music, which complements the game's appealing pixel art and engaging gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as fantastic and a significant highlight of the game.
“The pixel art style is awesome and the music is a bop!”
“The soundtrack has an awesome 80/90s vibe to it.”
“Extremely satisfying and fun to play, amazing art and music!”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their killer pixel art style, appealing to both nostalgic gamers and newcomers alike. Reviewers highlight the top-notch animation and sprites, contributing to an overall satisfying visual experience that complements the engaging gameplay and music.
“The pixel art style is awesome and the music is a bop!”
“The art style, pixel art sprites, and animation are all top notch.”
“Killer graphics appealing to an old gamer like me :) and love the chiptune soundtrack.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is characterized by a challenging, old-school difficulty that may not appeal to all players, potentially leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.
“Dd looks and sounds great, but unless you enjoy a very specific kind of old-school, teeth-grinding difficulty, you will not find this game fun.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found myself spending hours on repetitive tasks that offered little reward, which really dampened my enjoyment.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character design is praised for its quality, the reviews do not provide specific insights into character development, focusing instead on the visual appeal and gameplay challenge.
