Dreamslayer

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Dreamslayer is a single player arcade hack and slash game with fantasy and dark fantasy themes. It was developed by Swinburne VE - ICT and was released on February 15, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Dreamslayer is a student project developed in Unreal Engine 5 as a part of the year-long Diploma of Information Technology: Game Art and Design, Game Programming at Swinburne University of Technology. Each class group becomes a development team working on a single game project, from conception all the way to public release.Slay Your Demons Dreamslayer is an epic fantasy first-person hack’n’zap swa…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable combat mechanics with a variety of spells and weapons that provide unique gameplay experiences.
Movement is smooth and well-designed, allowing for engaging gameplay, including wall running and spell casting.
The peaceful hub area offers a relaxing environment, with fun activities like fishing that add to the overall experience.

The game suffers from technical issues, including freezing and frame drops during combat, which can disrupt gameplay.
There is a lack of depth in the missions, with limited content beyond highscore arenas, making the gameplay feel repetitive.
The tutorial is inadequate, failing to cover essential gameplay mechanics and leading to confusion for new players.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Dreamslayer is engaging and enjoyable, characterized by solid beat 'em up and hack-and-slash mechanics. While the lore is minimal, the fun and straightforward gameplay loop, along with great movement, compensates for it, making it a worthwhile experience despite some minor challenges with specific mechanics.
- “This game, known as Dreamslayer, is a fun beat 'em up/hack and slash with very good mechanics.”
- “The game doesn't have super in-depth lore, but the gameplay surely makes up for that.”
- “Fun little game with a simple gameplay loop that does its job!”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their unique art style and fluid movement, making it a standout feature for many players. However, some users have experienced potential issues with graphics settings, particularly related to the performance of blood effects during gameplay. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, especially considering its origins as a university project.
- “I really enjoy the movement of this game; it's definitely my favorite part. The art and graphics are so unique, I love it! This is definitely one of the best underrated games I've played. As a university project, you guys smashed it! I'll be waiting patiently for another game by you.”
- “Could just be an issue with the graphics settings, but I'm guessing the amount of blood effects happening at once could also be the cause.”
story
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth, with players noting that the missions are limited to three highscore arenas, offering little engagement or narrative development.
- “Not much to do in the actual missions as far as I can tell, just three high-score arenas.”