- December 13, 2022
- Old Oak Den
Dungeon: Faster & Deadlier
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In "Dungeon: Faster & Deadlier," lead your hero through a deadly dungeon, using strategy, chance, and deck-building to defeat enemies and save the kingdom. Every action is connected, with no tutorial, and the map is dynamic, allowing for teleportation and exploration. Cards have multiple uses, and you can reassemble your deck on the fly to prepare for specific challenges.
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- The game offers a unique blend of mechanics, combining elements of minesweeper, autobattler, and deck building, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.
- The persistent overworld map and rewarding exploration add a unique twist to the roguelike experience, encouraging players to discover new strategies and combos.
- The graphics are charming, and the game is priced reasonably, making it accessible for players looking for a casual gaming experience.
- The game lacks a tutorial or any instructional material, leaving players confused about the mechanics, goals, and how to effectively play.
- There is excessive clicking required to interact with the game, which can feel tedious and detracts from the overall experience.
- The game suffers from balance issues, with some characters and strategies being significantly more effective than others, leading to a one-dimensional gameplay experience.
- gameplay14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay is described as mechanically unique with innovative twists on common mechanics, but it suffers from a lack of clear explanations for key concepts, which can hinder player understanding and enjoyment. While some players appreciate the creativity and effort put into the game, others find the gameplay loop unengaging and lacking substance, leading to mixed feelings about overall enjoyment. Players may need to invest time in learning the mechanics to fully appreciate the experience.
“A mechanically unique game, which earns my recommendation.”
“This game flips many common mechanics on their head by adding a twist.”
“Also, this game is filled with many unique takes on generic mechanics and it doesn't explain some of them, that actually help you trivialize the effects of RNG.”
“To beat the game, you'll need to understand some of the mechanics that the game doesn't explain very well (like sacrificing, item combos, attack order, deckbuilding, card upgrades, and much more).”
“I'd put this one at 50/50 that you'll like it; a lot of love obviously went into this game, but there's not a ton of substance to the gameplay itself.”
“Also, this game is filled with many unique takes on generic mechanics, and it doesn't explain some of them, which actually help you trivialize the effects of RNG.”
