DinoBlits
- September 23, 2023
- Taba Marton
- 4h median play time
"Dinoblits" is a single-player Role Playing game with about 4 hours of playtime, where you lead a tribe of dinosaurs in a world 65 million years ago. Create and customize your dino chief, explore and populate islands, build and expand your tribe, and defend against enemies. The game features meaningful choices, respects player time with no long grinds or tutorials, and allows you to care for your dinos' feelings and needs.
Reviews
- Charming graphics and incredibly addictive gameplay with adorable dinosaurs.
- Engaging gameplay loop that offers strategic depth in building and combat.
- Great for casual play, allowing for short bursts of fun while still providing a challenge.
- Controls and gameplay mechanics can be unintuitive and lack clear explanations.
- The game can become repetitive after a few hours, with limited replayability.
- Some combat mechanics feel shallow, and the game may mislead players regarding enemy attack triggers.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by charming graphics and addictive mechanics, though its minimalist design may frustrate some players due to limited unit control and a lack of detailed explanations for its mechanics. While the strategic element of upgrading land adds depth, many combat mechanics feel somewhat shallow, requiring players to figure out certain aspects on their own. Overall, the game offers an enjoyable experience, albeit with some potential drawbacks.
“Charming graphics and incredibly addictive gameplay.”
“Upgrading your acquired land and making the land quality change the possible rewards was a great idea; I really like this particular mechanic, since it rewards strategy.”
“Many combat mechanics seem interesting but a bit shallow.”
“I enjoyed the game overall, but the minimalism might be a sticking point for some people: you have very limited control over your units, and the game doesn't explain its mechanics in a lot of detail, so be ready to puzzle some mechanics out for yourself.”
“I enjoyed the game overall, but the minimalism might be a sticking point for some people: you have very limited control over your units, and the game doesn't explain its mechanics in a lot of detail, so be ready to puzzle some mechanics out for yourself.”
“I enjoyed the game overall, but the minimalism might be a sticking point for some people: you have very limited control over your units, and the game doesn't explain its mechanics in a lot of detail, so be ready to puzzle some mechanics out for yourself.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are widely praised for their charm and appealing aesthetic, complemented by a vibrant color palette that enhances the overall experience. Players find the visuals to be a significant factor in the game's addictive gameplay.
“Charming graphics and incredibly addictive gameplay.”
“I love the game's aesthetic and the color palette.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, especially for a roguelike, as it fails to introduce significant changes or new experiences between playthroughs. While it is not expected to match the replay value of titles like "The Binding of Isaac" or "Slay the Spire," players note that the lack of variation makes subsequent runs feel repetitive.
“The game doesn't add much replayability for being categorized as a roguelike. It's not expected to add as much replayability as The Binding of Isaac, Enter the Gungeon, Slay the Spire, or other big roguelikes, but in its current state, it barely changes anything from the first to the second playthrough.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is centered around creating personalized scenes using stickers, allowing players to craft unique narratives about their chief dinosaur. This interactive storytelling element enhances player engagement and creativity.
“I love the little scenes you create by adding and editing stickers to tell a small story about your chief dino.”
“The ability to craft unique narratives through sticker scenes adds a delightful layer to the gameplay.”