Dreadlands

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"Dreadlands is a turn-based strategy game that offers both single and multiplayer options, including co-op and PvP. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where resources are scarce and control over them is key. Tactical combat and a morale system contribute to the game's depth, as players navigate through diverse regions, facing treacherous terrain and hostile inhabitants in their pursuit of the valuable resource, Glow."

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable turn-based combat with a unique apocalypse-punk setting and a variety of factions to choose from.
Many players appreciate the simplicity and flow of the combat, finding it engaging despite some repetitive elements.
The developers are responsive and frequently update the game, showing potential for improvement and growth.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, making it virtually unplayable for many users.
There is a lack of variety in gameplay mechanics and character customization, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness and boredom.
The balance of the game is poor, with many players finding the difficulty spikes frustrating and the RNG mechanics unbalanced.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
76%
10%
The story in the game features a variety of quests, factions, and a world map to explore, but it is often overshadowed by technical issues, such as mission crashes that hinder cooperative play. While the dialogue and atmosphere are generally well-received, many players feel that the narrative lacks depth compared to other titles, making it less of a focal point. Overall, the game offers a solid framework for storytelling, but it struggles to fully engage players due to its execution and stability problems.
- “The dialogue and story do a good enough job to facilitate the atmosphere.”
- “There's various towns, each offering side quests and relationship values, weapon upgrade mechanics, special dungeon areas, 3 factions, a storyline, multiplayer, etc. There's a lot to work with here, and it feels like more effort was put into this than in many other games I would otherwise say are better.”
- “Both gangs start in different locations and have different story missions that you can play through.”
- “There's various towns, each offering side quests and relationship values, there's weapon upgrade mechanics, special dungeon areas, 3 factions, a storyline, multiplayer, etc. There's a lot to work with here and it feels like more work was put into this than a lot of games I'd otherwise say are better, but something here just isn't clicking enough for me to recommend it.”
- “All of a sudden my main objective was out of left field and I realized I was starting another story.”
- “Story is not the appeal in here.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The gameplay in Mordheim is praised for its depth, featuring multiple towns, weapon upgrades, and a variety of mechanics, though some players feel it lacks a certain appeal despite its complexity. In contrast, other reviews criticize the gameplay for being slow-paced and reliant on frustrating RNG mechanics, with comparisons to simplified versions of XCOM. Overall, while the game offers solid mechanics and a fun world, it struggles to fully engage players due to issues with execution and pacing.
- “There's various towns, each offering side quests and relationship values, there's weapon upgrade mechanics, special dungeon areas, 3 factions, a storyline, multiplayer, etc. There's a lot to work with here, and it feels like more effort was put into this than in many other games I would otherwise say are better.”
- “There's also a cover system like in XCOM, with full cover and half cover. There's a flanking mechanic where you'll get a significant hit chance if you flank an enemy.”
- “Dreadlands includes many familiar features and mechanics from similar games of its genre and introduces lots of new ones.”
- “The sound of the game is terrible, the gameplay is also terrible.”
- “Poor graphics, jagged gameplay.”
- “- The combat mechanics resemble the simplified console style XCOM (newer versions [not a good thing]); low ammo counts (3-4 shots per reload), tactics aren't all that useful, RNG isn't 'random' (the AI will mostly hit you on 45-55%s, while you will mostly miss on 75-85%s).”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the exceptional art style and atmosphere, while others criticize the visuals as outdated or poorly executed. Players appreciate the color scheme and animations, but many express frustration over performance issues and a lack of polish in the overall presentation. Overall, the graphics evoke strong opinions, ranging from admiration to disappointment.
- “I played the demo before I bought the game and instantly fell in love with Dreadlands; I loved the gameplay and graphics.”
- “The graphics and animations are nice, as well as the color scheme.”
- “The graphics are exceptional with a good storyline behind the development of your skills.”
- “I had to put graphics to medium because the FPS is low (my PC is plenty powerful enough for this).”
- “Poor graphics, jagged gameplay.”
- “The art style is horrible and the dialogues are just complete garbage.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, significantly impacting stability, especially in multiplayer mode. While some players find charm in the setting and factions, the overall experience is marred by a flawed UI and combat system, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- “Buggy as hell.”
- “However, given how immensely buggy the game is (multiplayer doubly so).”
- “Game-breaking glitches.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users criticizing its poor mixing and volume levels, particularly noting that it is excessively loud in towns while being barely audible during combat. Overall, the sound quality detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The sound is mixed badly; the music is very loud inside towns while you can barely hear it in combat.”
- “The sound/music is just as bad, especially in the base or towns.”
- “The game could be so much better, but the music is unbearable.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, with some noting that it detracts from the overall experience due to weak narrative and lack of map variety. While the graphics and atmosphere are praised, the repetitive nature of grinding and the challenges of managing soldier losses and wounds can lead to frustration.
- “Weak narrative, lack of variety in maps coupled with superficial design, grinding, and poor optimization result in a mediocre gaming experience.”
- “Losing soldiers and gaining wounds can be tedious to deal with.”
- “Bit grindy but cool graphics and atmosphere, getting that mutant feeling.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is effectively enhanced by engaging dialogue and storytelling, creating a compelling mutant vibe, though some players note a grindy experience. The graphics contribute positively to this immersive environment.
- “The dialogue and story do a good job of enhancing the atmosphere.”
- “The graphics and atmosphere are cool, really capturing that mutant feeling.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues such as stuttering and low frame rates, even on capable hardware. Additionally, poor optimization is noted as a contributing factor to an overall mediocre gaming experience, alongside weak narrative and lack of variety in gameplay.
- “Won't stop stuttering at 3 fps, and I have a pretty good rig too.”
- “Weak narrative, lack of variety in maps coupled with superficial design, grinding, and poor optimization result in a mediocre gaming experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the witty dialogue and comedic interactions between characters, highlighting its potential to enhance the overall experience.
- “I really like this genre, and I see the potential; the dialogue between the characters is humorously written.”
- “The humor in this game is spot-on, making every interaction a delight.”
- “I can't stop laughing at the witty banter and clever jokes sprinkled throughout the gameplay.”