- January 14, 2022
- Untrustedlife
- 8h median play time
DR4X
Platforms
About
"DR4X is a fast-paced, turn-based 4X strategy game with assymetric factions and chaotic gameplay, offering a story-rich campaign with five endings and a customizable skirmish mode. The game features unique faction-specific goals, fully voiced briefings, and an original soundtrack. Pet a dog and explore endless strategic choices in this indie gem."











- The game offers a unique and refreshing take on the 4X strategy genre, with a variety of factions and gameplay mechanics that encourage exploration and creativity.
- The atmosphere and art style are engaging, providing a quirky and immersive experience that keeps players intrigued.
- Regular updates from the developer show a commitment to improving the game, and the tactical depth allows for enjoyable gameplay that can be both challenging and rewarding.
- The user interface and overall presentation are poorly designed, making it difficult for players to navigate and enjoy the game fully.
- The game suffers from balance issues and can feel overwhelming for new players due to its complexity and lack of clear instructions.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, including issues with saving and loading, as well as unclear mechanics.
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the complex artwork and atmospheric design that evoke a sense of vastness and nostalgia, particularly for fans of old-school aesthetics. However, criticisms arise regarding readability issues, graphical glitches, and simplistic 3D tokens that detract from the overall experience. While the artistic style is appreciated, it often borders on unplayable due to these presentation flaws.
“However, I found it surprisingly enjoyable to move my pieces into the fog of war, revealing tiles featuring nicely complex artwork that gives the space a real sense of vastness and variety.”
“Very interesting 4X game with an old-school aesthetic, dark Lovecraftian vibes, and tons of ever-growing game possibilities.”
“The design, graphic style, and this unique atmosphere need to be seen and appreciated.”
“It seems that you prioritized graphical style over readability.”
“I love your art style, but at this moment it is on the edge of unplayability.”
“There are graphical glitches happening all over the game; words become scrambled and unreadable, and there’s a feeling that someone’s messing with you.”