DreadMoon

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DreadMoon is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by FatalFox Studios LLC and was released on December 12, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Enter the world of DreadMoon, where primal ferocity clashes with vampiric tyranny. Drawing inspiration from legendary titles like Quake and Halo, and enriched with modern enhancements, this first-person shooter plunges you into a relentless battle against the vampire lord Balthazar in a land stained with blood. Starting December 12, 2023, dive into Dreadmoon's Early Access Multiplayer release…

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Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arena shooters, providing fun gameplay with friends.
The maps are well-designed and visually appealing, offering a variety of movement options and engaging environments.
There is potential for the game to improve significantly with future updates, as it has a solid foundation and interesting mechanics.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, performance problems, and inconsistent hit detection.
Finding players for multiplayer matches is challenging, and the lack of AI bots for offline play is a major drawback.
The gameplay feels unpolished and lacks variety, with some weapons being ineffective and the overall experience being frustrating.

gameplay
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with players noting a blend of enjoyable mechanics and significant technical issues, such as lag and poor optimization. While some appreciate the diverse multiplayer modes and engaging features like the bloodlust mechanic, many criticize the slow movement, clunky controls, and inconsistent gunplay, suggesting that the game feels unfinished and not ready for release. Overall, while there are elements that can be fun and addictive, the gameplay experience is marred by frustrating design choices and performance problems.
- “I found the mechanics of the game really good because it's neither too complicated to be confusing nor too simple.”
- “It's basic mechanics and weapons make it so anyone can pick it up but few can master it.”
- “The multiplayer modes, including capture the flag, team deathmatch, and the unique alpha mode, offer diverse gameplay experiences.”
- “It has a lot of technical problems, and a few gameplay design problems.”
- “The gameplay right now is clunky and awkward if we're being nice, and a lot of the keyboard customization doesn't even work.”
- “Poor optimization, weak gunplay and odd gameplay decisions simply just make this a title worth not playing.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is significantly lacking, with users reporting severe performance issues, including wild FPS swings and laggy gameplay, even on high-end computers. Many players feel that the current state of optimization detracts from the overall experience, making it difficult to focus on gameplay. Addressing these concerns is seen as a critical priority to unlock the game's potential.
- “The basic things like having 60 fps, stable servers, and optimized gameplay in a competitive FPS game are mandatory; it was very hard to focus on the gameplay and overall game since it was so laggy and choppy on both game and server sides.”
- “I believe addressing these optimization concerns should be a top priority to enhance player enjoyment.”
- “I have been told before I got to it that many of those problems I experienced, such as performance, were fixed, but they were not.”
- “The basic things like having 60 fps, stable servers, and optimized gameplay in a competitive FPS game are mandatory. It was very hard to focus on the gameplay and overall game since it was so laggy and choppy on both game and server side.”
- “While the concept of the game is promising, the current state is hindered by optimization issues that impact the overall experience.”
graphics
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The game's graphics are praised for their visually stunning art style and immersive environments, particularly highlighted by the appealing aesthetics of maps like the derelict town. However, some users note that the low-poly aesthetic may hinder playability for those with less capable graphics hardware. Overall, the graphics reflect a strong passion project from the developer, blending primal landscapes with stylized elements.
- “I do like the art style, and it seems like a good passion project from the developer.”
- “Aesthetically, most of the maps are pleasing to look at; I particularly liked the derelict town's skybox and the lantern lighting.”
- “The game's graphics are visually stunning, creating an immersive experience by seamlessly combining primal landscapes and vampire strongholds.”
- “It doesn't help that this is barely playable without more than decent graphics, which most of the few people interested in this will probably not have.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the engaging sound effects and original soundtrack, others find the repetitive 10-second loop during gameplay to be grating and detracting from the overall experience.
- “I have found the weapon sound effects and music to be very engaging and satisfying.”
- “Bunny hopping, great meaty guns, classic look, good original soundtrack.”
- “The one repeating 10-second music loop during gameplay gets extremely grating on the ears.”
- “It's okay for a game to be competitive, but not like this. I would like to thank Steam for accepting my refund request for the co-op campaign and original soundtrack.”
story
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The story in the singleplayer mode is generally well-received, with players finding it engaging alongside interesting maps and enemies; however, technical bugs have detracted from the overall experience.
- “The singleplayer experience is actually pretty fun; the maps and enemies are interesting, and the story wasn't bad either.”
emotional
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Players express that the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, transporting them back to their teenage years and eliciting deep emotional connections to their past experiences.
- “Made me feel like I'm 16 again.”
humor
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Players find the "sticks and stones" gamemode to be highly entertaining, particularly due to the chaotic and humorous moments created by constant explosions and player launches. The potential for even more hilarity in a full 8-player server adds to the excitement.
- “The sticks and stones gamemode is insanely funny to play, with people getting launched constantly from explosions. I really want to experience the maximum chaos with a full 8-player server at some point.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in the multiplayer levels is highly praised for its impressive visual design and well-crafted map layouts, contributing to an engaging gaming experience.
- “The visual atmosphere of the multiplayer levels is great with excellent map design.”
- “The immersive sound design truly enhances the overall atmosphere, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and ambient sounds creates a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
stability
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Users have reported issues with stability, particularly noting that some achievements are buggy and fail to unlock as intended.
- “Some achievements seem buggy and don't unlock properly.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I've experienced several glitches that disrupt gameplay.”