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Dragon Sinker

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60%Game Brain Score
humor, optimization
story, graphics
79% User Score Based on 28 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

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Dragon Sinker is a single player casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Exe Create Inc. and was released on December 19, 2017. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"Dragon Sinker" is a free-to-play retro-style RPG with 8-bit graphics and sound, taking players on a journey to slay the evil dragon Wyrmvarg. The game features multiple parties of up to 12 members, which can be swapped during battles, and includes subquests, secret dungeons, and a chiptune score by renowned composer Ryuji Sasai.

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
humor1 positive mentions
grinding7 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and open-ended job system that allows for interesting party-based mechanics and customization.
  • Combat is enjoyable, with the ability to deal significant damage and a nostalgic 8-bit aesthetic that appeals to fans of classic RPGs.
  • The game offers a large world to explore, with engaging side quests and a variety of characters to recruit.
  • The story is predictable and lacks depth, with repetitive quests and a formulaic structure that can become tedious.
  • Many characters feel underpowered and the game encourages focusing on a single leader, making other party members feel useless.
  • The graphics and music are outdated, and the game suffers from issues typical of mobile ports, such as lack of full-screen support and a reliance on microtransactions.
  • story
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is a classic RPG trope, revolving around a quest to defeat an evil dragon, Wyrmvarg, with a party of diverse characters including humans, elves, and dwarves. While the narrative features some humorous dialogue and side quests, it is criticized for being predictable and lacking depth, with little progression beyond the main quest. Overall, the storyline is seen as a nostalgic homage to retro RPGs, but fails to offer engaging twists or substantial character development.

    • “This is a really good game, it's a good take on the old Dragon Quest NES games with a simple story, fun job system, and some pretty funny writing.”
    • “You step into the greaves of the human prince Abram as he challenges Wyrmvarg, only to escape with his life and embark on a grand quest to gain the strength and allies needed to vanquish the tyrant once and for all.”
    • “The storyline of this game is extremely engaging and not dull at all.”
    • “The story is the usual evil comes back to claim the world.”
    • “What kills Dragon Sinker is that the story never progresses past that single quest to defeat your nemesis.”
    • “There are no twists or surprises, despite numerous side quests and optional dungeons.”
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are predominantly 8-bit inspired, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic NES titles, though opinions are mixed. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and its charm, others criticize the low-resolution visuals, repetitive designs, and inconsistent quality, leading to a perception of blandness and a lack of innovation. Overall, the graphics cater to fans of retro JRPGs but may not satisfy those seeking modern visual standards.

    • “Combat is fun, a huge world is there to explore and the music and graphics are sweet too!”
    • “Graphics are amazing, has controller support.”
    • “+ mostly nailed the 8-bit aesthetic.”
    • “No fullscreen, ugly retro pixel graphics, terrible writing, terrible 'artwork', fixed controls, fixed (low) resolution.”
    • “This game suffers by having outdated 8-bit pixel visuals throughout the game, monsters that are of the cookie-cutter variety, very repetitive background music, and have very bland and generic party members.”
    • “The graphics are 8-bit inspired but commit the cardinal sin of mixing resolutions, making everything look like a cut-and-pasted mess.”
  • grinding
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is characterized by repetitive battles and a reliance on level grinding for optional content, such as bosses and dungeons. While normal mode requires minimal grinding, players may find the experience tedious due to unimaginative gameplay and simple graphics. Overall, the game appeals primarily to fans of retro-style JRPGs who are willing to endure grinding for rewards, but it may not hold the interest of a broader audience.

    • “The game is simple, and if you don't explore the extra dungeons, you won't need to grind.”
    • “Grinding in this game feels rewarding, as each level up brings a sense of accomplishment.”
    • “I love how grinding allows me to customize my character's abilities and playstyle.”
    • “The game has a lottery system that allows you to obtain pets and powerful items, but both of these require a large amount of level grinding.”
    • “Given that this game was released on mobile and console platforms before being released on Steam, the simple graphics, bland characters, and repetitive music and grinding means this game falls short of keeping PC users interested.”
    • “By the third hour, average battles were getting hard enough to require some extra grinding, which I was not about to put up with without a solid story to chase.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is reminiscent of classic RPGs, featuring an open-ended job system and party-based mechanics that allow for diverse tactics and formations. However, some players feel the battle mechanics lack sophistication and the overall experience is hindered by a focus on mechanics over story, making it less engaging. While it serves as a solid introduction to traditional RPG gameplay, it may not fully satisfy those seeking depth and innovation.

    • “Open-ended job system, all sorts of interesting party-based mechanics, a bunch of followers to use in whatever formations or tactics you want, with each providing unique bonuses and options.”
    • “It’s well-trod ground for the genre, and serves as a perfect introduction to the classic gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay: you have 3 different parties.”
    • “Anyone familiar with the classic approach of town to dungeon in traditional RPGs will feel like this is just one of many interesting traditional RPGs with kind of wonky mechanics.”
    • “- Missed opportunity to make the battle mechanics more sophisticated (think FF4 or FF6).”
    • “The story and pacing take a backseat to mechanics and economics, and the result just isn’t engaging or gratifying enough to merit your time.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy in these games has drawn significant criticism, with users expressing frustration over the prevalence of microtransactions, particularly in the Vita version. Many feel that the actual value of the games is far lower than their asking price, suggesting that they should be free or priced much lower, as the reliance on in-app purchases detracts from the overall experience. Overall, players are disappointed that the focus seems to be on profit rather than delivering a quality gaming experience.

    • “On console and PC, you no longer need to make microtransactions; just enjoy the game!”
    • “Considering how much I loved FFV, I had to play this after seeing it, but if they had actually spent time making this game good rather than just filling it with in-app purchases, it could have been something better.”
    • “Games that should cost about $0.99 cost you $10 and more; at this point, they literally should be free. That would be their real value, and that's a fact.”
    • “And let's not forget that some (if not all) of them have microtransactions (on the Vita version at least).”
    • “Games that should cost about $0.99 cost you $10 and more. At this point, they literally should be free; that would be their real value. I don't care if the developer or a fanboy agrees or not, it's a fact. You got a badly made game which is the same as all their games plus it has microtransactions; it is plain thieving at this point.”
    • “The fact that each of their games are in reality worth $0.99 (if you remove the microtransactions entirely and remake the system so it doesn't feel like a mobile game or a game that had microtransactions) is also a fact. So no matter what people or the developer tells you, stay away from their games.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has been criticized for being repetitive and bland, contributing to an overall lack of engagement for players. While some appreciate the game's fun combat and expansive world, the outdated audio elements detract from the experience, especially for PC users.

    • “Combat is fun, a huge world is there to explore, and the music and graphics are sweet too!”
    • “This game suffers by having outdated 8-bit pixel visuals throughout the game, monsters that are of the cookie-cutter variety, very repetitive background music, and have very bland and generic party members.”
    • “Given that this game was released on mobile and console platforms before being released on Steam, the simple graphics, bland characters, and repetitive music and grinding means this game falls short to keep PC users interested.”
    • “The only thing that I will gripe on is the music.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its witty writing and comedic elements that enhance the overall experience, reminiscent of classic Dragon Quest titles.

    • “This is a really good game; it's a great take on the old Dragon Quest NES games with a simple story, a fun job system, and some pretty funny writing.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its strong optimization, providing a smooth experience alongside a variety of customization options.

    • “Definitely a nice JRPG with a variety of customization and very well optimized.”
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Dragon Sinker is a casual role playing game with fantasy theme.

Dragon Sinker is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

Dragon Sinker was released on December 19, 2017.

Dragon Sinker was developed by Exe Create Inc..

Dragon Sinker has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Dragon Sinker is a single player game.

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