Dicefolk

93%
Game Brain Score Based on 381 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • replayability
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Dicefolk is a wonderful Roguelike monster fighting game, with inventive and engaging combat and shed loads of content to dive into.
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"Dicefolk is a single-player turn-based strategy game with sensational graphics, good soundtrack, and high replayability. As a Chimera Summoner, build a team of unique, hand-drawn creatures to fight back against evil forces and save humanity. Customize your dice and strategize your playstyle with over 100 Chimeras to choose from, each offering unique abilities to aid you in battle."

  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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Reviews

93%
Audience ScoreBased on 381 reviews
gameplay49 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Innovative combat system that allows players to control both their own and the enemy's actions, adding a unique strategic layer to gameplay.
  • High replayability with a wide variety of chimeras and equipment, allowing for diverse builds and strategies in each run.
  • Charming art style and engaging creature designs that enhance the overall experience.
  • Lacks depth and variety in gameplay, leading to repetitive runs and limited impactful choices.
  • Difficulty can be inconsistent, with many players finding the game too easy, especially after unlocking all content.
  • Some chimeras and items feel underpowered or situational, reducing the overall effectiveness of certain strategies.
  • gameplay130 mentions

    The gameplay of Dicefolk is praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the ability to control both your and your opponent's actions through dice, creating a strategic depth that enhances replayability. While many players appreciate the unique blend of roguelike, deckbuilding, and creature-collecting elements, some note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time. Overall, the game offers a satisfying and engaging experience with a variety of strategies and synergies to explore.

    • “Great dice-builder roguelike with novel mechanics that feel hugely rewarding when a build clicks, much like Slay the Spire, but without the massive run lengths.”
    • “The gameplay is surprisingly deep, and the ability to modify the available sides to your dice is a mechanic that really resonates with me.”
    • “The primary mechanic that sets it apart from its competitors is that you control the actions of both your team and the enemy team through partially randomized dice - therefore, the strategy mainly revolves around trying to execute all of the actions in a way that minimizes your damage taken and maximizes your damage dealt.”
    • “All choices are not that impactful or interesting, which results in pretty boring gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay variety is severely lacking; there's a very small pool of builds you can actually do, and rather quickly the game becomes dull.”
    • “First of all, the combat gameplay is rather simplistic - most of the actions you and your enemies perform are rotations and attacks, which means that most of the combos you can make will be different on paper, but will not play that much differently.”
  • graphics40 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming and vibrant art style, particularly the creative designs of the chimeras and secondary characters. While some users noted inconsistencies in the quality of certain designs, the overall aesthetic is considered engaging and well-integrated with the gameplay mechanics. The visuals, combined with a pleasant soundtrack, contribute to a memorable and enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “The art style is one I personally enjoy, and I think the designs are all really solid.”
    • “The graphics are not just nice; they are really good, showcasing a great care and artistic design.”
    • “The graphics are inconsistent; some designs are really neat (secondary characters like the grandma) but on the other hand creatures are a bit all over the place.”
    • “The art style, the well thought out abilities, and the powerful yet a bit repetitive soundtracks are only overshadowed by one huge flaw.”
    • “While the creature designs and 'monster catcher' aesthetic may make people assume the combat is like Pokémon, its combat is more similar in vibe to Fossil Fighters (the leader mechanic and position swapping).”
  • replayability28 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players enjoying the variety of gameplay options, customization, and engaging roguelike elements that ensure no two runs are the same. While some reviewers note that it may not offer the same level of challenge or replay value as other titles in the genre, the unique mechanics and diverse strategies available keep players coming back for more. Recent updates have further enhanced the replayability, making it a solid choice for fans of turn-based strategy and roguelikes.

    • “This element of surprise forces you to constantly adapt your strategies, adding a layer of depth and replayability that sets it apart from other games in the genre.”
    • “Really fun little game so far, really intrigued by the replayability systems; unlocking new 'decks' by beating the game with the previous one, unlocking new 'chimeras' as you do more runs, and being able to use a whole new team each time to mix things up, to name a few.”
    • “The art style is pleasant and vibrant, the gameplay is gripping, and the replayability value is insane!”
    • “But for people that are searching for a replayable and challenging roguelike to put a lot of hours in, there might be better options out there.”
    • “Which, of course, brings us to the drawbacks, of which there is one - the game does not seem to have too much replay value.”
    • “Cons: not a true con, per se, but has relatively low difficulty and replayability.”
  • music21 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and engaging nature, with many reviewers noting its catchy tracks and how well it complements the overall experience. However, some mention that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time. Overall, the combination of captivating music and art contributes significantly to the game's charm and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The art and music are captivating and really engaging.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing~”
    • “The art style, the well thought out abilities, and the powerful yet a bit repetitive soundtracks are only overshadowed by one huge flaw.”
    • “Dd has better music (in my opinion), but Dicefolk is way less RNG-dependent at higher difficulties.”
    • “The tracks are catchy, but the way the music continues between screens with modifications to volume is way more engaging than it has any right to be.”
  • story11 mentions

    The story in the game is generally considered minimal and not particularly deep, with many players noting that it doesn't detract from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. While some appreciate the lore and animation, others find the narrative elements to be somewhat out of place or lacking in significance. Overall, the focus remains on the fun and engaging gameplay rather than a compelling story.

    • “Fun story and gameplay!”
    • “It's not super deep, but there's definitely a story there.”
    • “It provides me with fun items to collect, story to explore, and the ability to play something unique without dedicating my entire weekend for a payoff.”
    • “The story of this game is also pretty bare bones, with little to it despite the decent layout for lore and good animation.”
    • “Not much of a story, so I'm not even going to cover it.”
    • “It's not a genre where I really expect to have story in my face, and what they showed me felt... I don't want to say 'bland' exactly, but it didn't feel like it really meaningfully contributed to the overall quality of the game at all to me.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when completing the equipment compendium, which can take over 20 hours, with a significant portion dedicated to repetitive tasks. However, many appreciate that the grind is rewarding, as progressing to higher difficulties offers additional perks and faction-specific items, making the experience feel less monotonous overall.

    • “Completing the equipment compendium was tedious.”
    • “For a completionist like me, the current state would be over 20 hours, but 12-13 of those are only grinding what you already did before.”
    • “Most games I don't want to push for harder difficulties because it feels tedious, but in this one you gain additional perks as you progress higher and higher, including a faction-specific item to give to one of your chimeras.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the character development in the game is enhanced by its remarkable art direction and cute character designs, contributing to an engaging visual experience. The straightforward user interface complements the overall charm, making the characters memorable and appealing.

    • “It's essential that these games have remarkable art direction and indelible character design.”
    • “Character designs are very cute all around, and the UI is pretty straightforward.”
    • “Fun game, cute art, interesting character design, clean UI.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Players generally feel that the game is well-optimized, allowing for smooth gameplay and the ability to progress easily. Additionally, there are opportunities for significant enhancements through random number generation (RNG), adding an element of excitement to the optimization process.

    • “Everything feels like it’s kind of optimized already, so you can steamroll through quite a bit.”
    • “You can get some impressive optimizations from RNG.”
    • “Everything feels like it's already optimized, making it easy to steamroll through quite a bit.”
    • “You can achieve some impressive optimizations through RNG.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, the game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on various platforms, including the Steam Deck and older machines with Linux using Proton. Users report a seamless experience with high-quality visuals and sound.

    • “Runs great, plays great on the deck, looks great in 4K, soundtrack is great.”
    • “Runs great with Proton under Linux, even on older machines.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with comparisons made to the engaging and immersive environment of "Slay the Spire," suggesting a captivating and well-crafted ambiance that enhances the overall gaming experience.

    • “The atmosphere in this game is truly captivating, reminiscent of the best in the genre.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in and keeps you engaged throughout.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a rich and enchanting atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth that would draw players in.”
    • “I expected a rich and immersive environment, but instead, it feels lifeless and dull.”
    • “The game's atmosphere fails to create any sense of tension or excitement, making it hard to stay engaged.”
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Critic Reviews

83% average critic score

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Play time

23hMedian play time
32hAverage play time
10-63hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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