DIG - Deep In Galaxies

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 80 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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In "DIG - Deep In Galaxies" , you're warned to abide by the Overlord's laws for a peaceful galaxy. Despite the allure of forbidden weapons, items, and skills, the game discourages rebellion and destruction. Although a galactic journey with friends, filled with chaos and enemy annihilation, might be tantalizing, it's strongly advised against. Straying off course into galaxy exploration is also discouraged, emphasizing the importance of staying within the set boundaries.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews
story4 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and addictive gameplay loop with a variety of characters, skills, and builds that keep each run feeling unique.
  • The mechanics, including digging and grappling, provide great mobility and exploration, reminiscent of games like Terraria and Broforce.
  • The game is well-designed with a good balance of challenge and accessibility, making it enjoyable for both solo and multiplayer experiences.
  • The controls can feel awkward, especially for new players, and some players have reported issues with the grappling mechanics being buggy.
  • The game lacks true online multiplayer options, which can limit the co-op experience for some players.
  • There are concerns about repetitive mission structures and a lack of permanent progression, making some runs feel less rewarding.
  • story22 mentions

    The game's story is light and humorous, centered around an overarching plot to overthrow an evil overlord, but it doesn't take itself too seriously. Players can explore randomly generated planets with a variety of missions, including main quests and funny side quests, though the mission structure may become repetitive over time. Overall, the narrative serves as a backdrop for engaging gameplay, with a focus on humor and diverse mission types that enhance the roguelike experience.

    • “The main quests are here to lead your way and you can choose to venture into multiple funny side quests and challenges.”
    • “Exploring the randomly generated galaxy is great, the missions are diverse, bosses are challenging, there's random events that are actually pretty interesting, challenge levels, people to talk to, interactions to discover, etc. Death can come quickly, but it just makes you want to start another run with what you've learned in the last one.”
    • “There is an over-arcing plot about overthrowing an evil overlord, but it's really not taken terribly seriously.”
    • “The mission structure could get old after repetition sets in.”
    • “The story is simple but efficient.”
  • gameplay18 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by a fun and addictive loop that combines elements from various genres, including roguelikes and action games. Players appreciate the fluid mechanics, diverse environments, and the depth of skill and item synergies, which allow for creative builds and strategies. While some feel the game could better deliver on its core digging premise, the overall experience is engaging and encourages repeated play.

    • “It's a very nice game actually, fun gameplay loop.”
    • “The gameplay is easy to pick up, but there's a surprising amount of depth.”
    • “I absolutely love the planet and galaxy exploration, the item and skill synergies, you can get crazy powerful builds, and the gameplay loop is just really fun, and it really keeps me wanting just one more game every time.”
    • “They undermine the premise (mole men/digging) and so make it feel like the game can't deliver on its core gameplay in a meaningful and liberating way.”
    • “Its gameplay needs practice first, but when mastered, it gives the player the feeling of accomplishment as they will kill groups of enemies without taking damage and will successfully avoid lava by using the rope.”
    • “The mechanics are okay, the gameplay is okay, the items are okay.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the variety and chiptune elements, while others feel it lacks the intensity needed for certain gameplay moments. While the soundtrack is noted for its good quality and fitting the game's aesthetic, there are criticisms regarding its occasional mismatch with the environment and the overall excitement level.

    • “Gameplay, sound design (love the old school vibe), and the music are incredible.”
    • “Lastly, I wanted to mention that the game has some really cool chiptune music.”
    • “Very good soundtrack with a variety of styles from epic fights to the quiet of space.”
    • “After 4 hours, I turned the music off mostly because the game really needed a heavier soundtrack (like Doom Eternal on repeat).”
    • “Music is pretty boring.”
    • “Sometimes the music doesn't match the location well, and some sound effects are a bit too loud, but overall it fits well.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its self-parodic tone and clever mechanics, making each run feel unique and entertaining. Players appreciate the variety of funny skills, weapons combos, and missions that contribute to a light-hearted experience, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, the game successfully balances humor with engaging gameplay, encouraging repeated playthroughs.

    • “Very cool mechanics, varied but consistent, a good variety of scenarios and environments and the kind of light story you can expect from a roguelike like this, more based on giving a basic setting and laughing at itself (which it does masterfully) than looking for the epic.”
    • “The game offers a well-balanced tradeoff between the risk you feel like taking facing enemies and dangers and the rewards you get, and the variety of missions and its humor with a strong self-parodic component, which I love, round out a fresh and enjoyable experience, which you feel like coming back again and again, as it should be in a roguelike whose developers understand and love the genre.”
    • “The main quests are here to lead your way and you can choose to venture into multiple funny side quests and challenges.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers excellent replayability, featuring quick gameplay that can be enjoyed solo or with friends, alongside a well-designed system of unlockable characters and a vast skill tree that encourages varied playstyles. Players appreciate the challenge and depth, making each run feel unique and engaging, which significantly enhances its long-term appeal.

    • “Personally, if what you are looking for is to enjoy quick games, alone or with friends, this game is replayable and offers a challenge in action and platforming. You can enjoy it for many hours, and for the current price, it seems to me a must-have in the library.”
    • “Very polished, fun to play, and has good replay value.”
    • “The unlockable characters are well thought out and balanced, allowing you to choose a playstyle that suits you. The skill, item, and weapon tree, with their buffs and debuffs, is huge and greatly enhances replayability, as it's difficult to have two identical runs.”
    • “The unlockable characters seem well thought out and balanced, allowing players to choose a playstyle that suits them. The skill tree, items, and weapons, along with their buffs and debuffs, are extensive and greatly enhance replayability, making it difficult to have two identical runs.”
    • “Personally, if you're looking for quick games, whether alone or with friends, that are replayable yet still provide a challenge in action and platforming, this game is a must-have for your library at the current price.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their spot-on pixel art style, capturing a fun old-school aesthetic that enhances the experience of exploring the galaxy. Users appreciate the variety of builds and gear available, contributing to the overall visual appeal.

    • “Graphics and sound are spot on.”
    • “Pixel graphics, a variety of builds and gear!”
    • “Fun old-school aesthetic, flying around the galaxy.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized for frequent crashes, particularly during 4-player remote play and when using the grapple mechanic, which remains buggy. While players enjoy the game overall, these stability issues detract from the experience.

    • “Tried playing 4-player remote play - still super buggy - kept crashing.”
    • “It's a good game, but the grapple is still a bit buggy and may crash your game.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding in the game to be less tedious compared to other titles, especially when experiencing a successful run that can extend gameplay for hours, despite some dislike for the roguelike elements.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find the grind to be repetitive and unfulfilling, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
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Play time

12hMedian play time
87hAverage play time
11-238hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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