Dungeon Boss: Respawned

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"Dungeon Boss: Respawned" is a single-player Role Playing game where you become the boss of your own dungeon. Prepare to grind as you strengthen your defenses, strategize against incoming adventurers, and expand your dungeon's labyrinth. The game's motto "It's good to be the boss!" encourages players to feel empowered in this unique role-reversal experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 382 reviews

monetization5 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

The game is now free to play with no microtransactions, making it fair for all players.
The removal of the energy system allows for endless gameplay without waiting.
The graphics and overall design have improved, providing a nostalgic feel for returning players.

Players have lost all progress and purchases from the original game due to the transition to Netflix.
The requirement of a Netflix subscription to play the game has frustrated many long-time fans.
Many beloved characters and game mechanics, such as runes and quick loot, have been removed, leading to a less engaging experience.

monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
53%
18%
The monetization model of Netflix mobile games is largely praised for its absence of ads and in-app purchases, creating a seamless gaming experience. While some players appreciate the lack of pay-to-win mechanics and the requirement of a Netflix subscription, others express frustration over the loss of previous features that allowed for optional purchases and account flexibility. Overall, the consensus leans towards favoring a subscription-based model without microtransactions, despite some nostalgia for the old system.
- “Having no ads and in-game purchases is my favorite part of playing Netflix mobile games. It helps that I have always had a Netflix subscription, and I don't see it as a subscription to just play mobile games.”
- “Yes, you need a Netflix subscription, but in doing so, this game gets away with zero, and I mean zero in-app purchases.”
- “Love the game and the no pay-to-play, so there are no whales in the game that can spend credit card money, and no ads. Love it.”
- “I used to play the game a long time ago before Netflix brought it back, but now, with the promise of being able to play again without all the hassle of ads and microtransactions all but getting ripped away because the game won't start, it's highly frustrating.”
- “Requires you to have a Netflix account to log in, which requires you to pay at least $4 a month. The old app at least let you play for free and log in with Google or your own email. This feels like a very greedy way to remaster a game for monetization. Sorry, I wish I could have put 0 stars and wish I didn't require a Netflix account.”
- “Well, there it goes—years of gameplay and in-app purchases gone like that. I missed the redemption code dates too, so I don't really want to play this game anymore. You guys should at least give an option to bind old accounts into the new ones. I paid for this game, and now it's all gone. This is frustrating.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which can be both a point of enjoyment and frustration for players. While some appreciate the grind for the rewards it offers and the absence of microtransactions, others find it tedious and overwhelming, suggesting that the game's appeal may vary widely depending on individual preferences for grinding mechanics.
- “Too much grinding.”
- “Game seems polished in terms of graphics but seems very grindy.”
- “Obviously though, since not everyone is into grinding, this game is not for everyone.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
The gameplay of the game has been significantly altered following Netflix's acquisition, leading to the removal of many unique characters and mechanics that previously enhanced the experience. While some players appreciate the classic turn-based style and hero variety, the overall sentiment is that the game feels bland and lacks engaging progression, with lingering pay-to-win elements and a frustrating loss of previous content. Additionally, technical issues have affected the initial experience for some users, further detracting from the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Good hero variety, classic turn-based gameplay.”
- “Some of the characters are very well built and game mechanics allow a lot of hero combinations.”
- “It seems really fun, but they removed most of the mechanics that made this game fun.”
- “Netflix's purchase of this game, however, has removed a majority of the characters, mechanics, and variety that made this game unique.”
- “I like that energy/raid tickets and other game mechanics which prevented playing the game were removed, but the game feels so bland it makes me sad.”
- “Like other Netflix adaptations, the pay-to-win adaptation is done poorly, and there are still mechanics in place to slow progression, which makes it difficult to play the game without a significant time investment.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being overly grindy, requiring players to complete a significant number of matches to progress, with many maps being recycled from the original game. While the removal of the energy system allows for endless play, players report frustrating glitches that hinder story completion, such as a kill count cap and issues with daily quests not resetting. Overall, the narrative experience feels repetitive and lacks polish.
- “Speaking from a post-Netflix version first-time player, this game is basically all grind (e.g., you need to play 200 matches to upgrade a hero on the last storyline).”
- “Overall, the maps of the game are exact copies from the original game, but the only differences are the one or two new heroes and the new story path.”
- “Storyline 5 cannot be finished because the kill count stops at 248 or 249 and cannot reach 250.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics are noted for their unique and polished style, particularly in the context of a mobile game, though some users feel that certain features are missing. While the visuals are appreciated, the overall experience is described as grindy, which may detract from the enjoyment of the beautiful graphics in this turn-based squad strategy RPG.
- “Beautiful graphic turn-based squad strategy RPG game.”
- “Actually, I prefer this type of graphic from the game.”
- “The graphics are weirder in this, and so many features are gone.”
- “That is ridiculously oversized for a mobile game with this level of graphics.”
- “Game seems polished in terms of graphics but seems very grindy.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and freezing, which detract from the overall experience. Users express frustration over the need for a Netflix account to play and the lack of a reliable save feature, leading to a generally negative perception of its stability.
- “It can be buggy, hence the four stars.”
- “The game freezes, and you now need a Netflix account to play. The game is too free-to-play now.”
- “Full of bugs and glitches; don't waste your time.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players report that the game has seen notable quality of life and performance improvements, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “It feels really good to be playing again, and it seems to have some quality of life and performance improvements.”
- “The optimization updates have made a noticeable difference in gameplay smoothness.”
- “I appreciate the attention to detail in the optimization; it really enhances the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with Netflix's handling of emotionally impactful content, suggesting that while the platform tackles significant themes, its execution often undermines the emotional depth and resonance of the original material.