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Dransik

67%Game Brain Score
grinding, story
67% User Score Based on 92 reviews

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Dransik is a retro fantasy MMORPG that offers a variety of different ways to develop your character as you explore the world of Dransik.

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67%
Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews
grinding7 negative mentions
  • The game has a nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic MMORPGs, with engaging pixel art and a variety of skills to explore.
  • The developers are active and responsive, regularly updating the game and addressing bugs, which enhances the overall experience.
  • The community is supportive and active, providing assistance to new players and fostering a fun environment for both PvE and PvP gameplay.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and issues, including frustrating crafting mechanics and a lack of meaningful updates, leading to a convoluted experience.
  • There are significant pay-to-win elements, such as item caps that require payment to bypass, which can deter new players.
  • The player base is small and can be toxic, making it difficult for newcomers to integrate and enjoy the game fully.
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players appreciate the extensive opportunities for leveling and skill development through various tradeskills, others find the experience tedious and overly repetitive. Those who enjoy grinding for experience and loot may find satisfaction, but it may not appeal to players seeking a more diverse gameplay experience. Overall, the grinding is considered excessive by some, making it a defining feature of the game.

    • “The developers know how to make the game experience more and more tedious.”
    • “If you like grinding out experience and drops, this game is for you, but it doesn't offer much else than that.”
    • “The grinding is the worst out of any RPG, I think.”
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is enriched by a variety of quests and a detailed quest guide that aids new players in navigating the challenges. However, the quest mechanics can be cumbersome, requiring repetitive actions that may detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the small player base can make certain cooperative quests more difficult to complete, impacting the game's social dynamics.

    • “As a new player, there is a very well-explained quest guide to help you get started.”
    • “Plenty of quests and weapon/build styles, and in my opinion, it's a sleeper game with a lot of potential.”
    • “Do quests in the starter zone for a quick experience boost and spend that experience pool into skills.”
    • “Instead of having a nice interface that lets you select which food you want to cook, you get to left click the water well onto the empty bucket, then click the bucket into the measuring cup, then the measuring cup onto the mixing bowl, then click the flour bag onto the measuring cup which is empty after having put the water into the mixing bowl before putting the measured flour into the mixing bowl and then finally click on the stirring stick and take the flour out of the bowl and then realize that there's no going back to adding the grapes to the dough so you can actually finish the quest giver's requirements...”
    • “Then after the quest is done, do it 100,000 more times if you want to stop failing at it.”
    • “- it currently has a small player base, which makes a few of the areas and quests more challenging than would be ideal (like the guild quest which needs ideally 8 people working together to complete, and you need to complete it to start a guild)”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming old-school pixel art style that appeals to some players, reminiscent of classic titles like Ultima. However, others criticize the low-quality visuals, feeling they detract from the game's potential and likening it to a clone of more modern games. Overall, while the retro aesthetic has its fans, it may not satisfy those seeking contemporary graphics.

    • “Love Dransik! From the movement to the graphics to the combat, archery, and magic, it's amazing. Keep it up!”
    • “The graphics, while old-school, are charming in their own way.”
    • “It's an addicting MMO with retro graphics.”
    • “There was a lot of potential for this game, but the devs took it in the completely wrong direction by making it a low-graphics clone of Ashen Empires.”
    • “It uses old-school pixel art graphics which are charming but definitely not modern.”
    • “The game window is painfully small (had to use Windows magnifier to play) and the gameplay is as retro as its graphics.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that cater to casual players, making it enjoyable for those seeking nostalgia and exploration in a retro setting. Players appreciate the variety offered by different zones and elemental attributes, although some find the small game window a drawback. Overall, it provides a blend of casual dragon-slaying and engaging mechanics reminiscent of earlier gaming eras.

    • “Simple mechanics, good for casual play.”
    • “This and World of Warcraft have been the only two I revisit periodically, and I like this one for its casual gameplay.”
    • “The world has zones, sometimes with elemental environments and monster/weapon/armor attributes/resistances (winter, hell, disease, etc.) which add to the variety of gameplay choices.”
    • “The game window is painfully small (had to use Windows magnifier to play) and the gameplay is as retro as its graphics.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have reported optimization issues, particularly on Linux Mint, where enabling Steam Play may lead to stuttering during combat, potentially due to a memory leak or server strain when multiple enemies are hit.

    • “I played on Linux Mint using the Steam menu settings with 'Enable Steam Play for all other titles' enabled, and I encountered a possible memory leak or server strain that caused stuttering during combat when enemies were hit.”
    • “The optimization is terrible; I frequently experience frame drops and lag, especially in crowded areas.”
    • “Despite having a high-end PC, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it frustrating to play.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is reported to have significant stability issues, with users describing it as "very buggy."

    • “The game is very buggy.”
    • “I encountered numerous crashes that made it unplayable.”
    • “Frequent glitches disrupt the overall experience.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization in the game is primarily focused on optional in-game purchases that enhance convenience, but these purchases are not necessary for gameplay and do not significantly affect player power levels.

    • “The monetization model is fair and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
    • “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases that enhance the experience without being intrusive.”
    • “In-game purchases are generally helpful convenience features, but in no way required and do not have a significant impact on the overall power level.”
    • “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend more than they should to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “While some items can be obtained through gameplay, the constant reminders to purchase them make the experience feel more like a cash grab than a fair game.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have reported that the music in the game is prone to causing crashes, significantly impacting gameplay. This issue suggests a lack of thorough testing prior to release, as players expected a more stable experience.

    • “Test your game before releasing; you had several months. Macro checks crash your game, and the music crashes your game.”

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63h Median play time
63h Average play time
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