Dungeon Maker

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"Dungeon Maker" is a role-playing, rogue-like dungeon building game with a splendid story and good mechanics. Its wonderful graphics, humor, and high replayability are hindered only by its very grinding gameplay. Perfect for those looking for a challenging and immersive experience.

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,353 reviews

gameplay130 positive mentions

grinding115 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a unique blend of dungeon building and rogue-like mechanics.
High replayability with a variety of characters, traps, and strategies to explore.
No pay-to-win mechanics; everything can be unlocked through gameplay.

Steep learning curve with minimal explanations for game mechanics.
Heavy grind required to unlock content, which can lead to frustration.
Some translation issues and bugs that affect gameplay experience.

gameplay
272 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
48%
4%
The gameplay is generally praised for its depth, addictive nature, and variety, offering a mix of mechanics that keep players engaged. However, many users note a steep learning curve due to a lack of clear explanations for mechanics, leading to confusion and frustration. While the game provides endless replayability and enjoyable strategic elements, some players find the progression slow and the gameplay can become repetitive over time.
- “The perfect time killer, gameplay is really good and there's so much depth to it.”
- “Gameplay is simple, but has tons of layers allowing for lots of replayability despite being repetitive.”
- “The gameplay is nice and because you constantly unlock stuff it won't get boring.”
- “However, I do have some issues with it: 1) the mechanics of the game don't really have explanations, which leads to steep learning curves, especially between modes.”
- “None of the mechanics are explained, and there is no tutorial of any sort.”
- “The game fails to explain many points about its mechanics, and although everything can be earned without in-app purchases, you'll have to grind a lot (and I mean a lot) to get the unlockables.”
grinding
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, often requiring extensive time investment to unlock content, which can lead to a repetitive and tedious experience. While some players find the grind rewarding and enjoyable, others express frustration over the slow progression and the pressure to spend money to expedite unlocking features. Overall, the grinding aspect is a double-edged sword, appealing to dedicated players but potentially deterring those who prefer a more streamlined experience.
- “You're just not going to see most of it unless you spend a thousand hours grinding or fork over hundreds of dollars.”
- “It takes way too long to unlock content, so if you enjoy the game, be prepared to drop hundreds of dollars unless you have hundreds of hours of grinding ahead of you.”
- “The problem came when I realized that the remainder of the game was hidden behind tedious grinding, or an awful paywall the developers made certain to let you know wasn't 'absolutely necessary'.”
story
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
72%
3%
The story mode of the game is noted for its engaging narrative and multiple endings, but it suffers from significant difficulty spikes and a lack of clarity in gameplay mechanics, leading to frustration among players. Many reviewers express a desire for better tutorials and balance, as the mode often requires repetitive grinding and punishes mistakes harshly, making it feel tedious rather than enjoyable. Despite these issues, the overall story is appreciated, with some players finding it a compelling aspect of the game that enhances replayability.
- “The story is also pretty good, but it's best to unlock stuff through progression.”
- “This truly is the game of all time; it has a story that follows, characters written to the point where they feel real, and it has music.”
- “I enjoyed the story mode quite a bit, though I wish I had played normal mode earlier.”
- “I knocked a star off because the story mode is convoluted and an absolute mess.”
- “The story mode is damn near impossible.”
- “I loathe how story mode dialogue takes in-game days so you can lose after finishing the route by not having enough days to read the story.”
graphics
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
46%
3%
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many players praising the charming pixel art and cute animations that enhance the overall aesthetic. While some users noted that the visuals are not groundbreaking, they are deemed fitting for the game's style and contribute to its addictive gameplay. Overall, the art style, particularly appealing to fans of anime and retro graphics, is highlighted as a significant aspect of the game's appeal.
- “Genius game design, great graphics, really addictive and fun.”
- “Graphics are amazing in my opinion, they are not mind-blowing, however they are fitting for the type of game.”
- “The pixel graphics must have taken a lot of work, the gameplay is extremely addictive.”
- “The pixel graphics are cute, but they don't save this game from ultimately being what it is -- a chore.”
- “Recent update made the game start performing horribly but no visuals were updated.”
- “I absolutely love this game but I wish it was in 3D with better graphics.”
monetization
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
62%
14%
The monetization model of the game is primarily based on optional cosmetic microtransactions, with no intrusive ads, making it a refreshing experience for players. While all essential content can be unlocked through gameplay, some users express concerns about the high prices of in-app purchases and the grind required for progression. Overall, the game is praised for its ethical approach to monetization, allowing players to enjoy the full experience without mandatory purchases.
- “Yes, there are microtransactions, but they are solely cosmetic.”
- “To be fair, this is a premium game in which microtransactions are truly optional, as all upgrades can be found in-game.”
- “Most importantly the game doesn't attempt to drain your wallet and no in-app purchases are necessary to fully enjoy the game.”
- “The game is fun until you realize how much of a grindfest it is, full of microtransactions coupled with slow progression even if you paid for the game; it's also repetitive and depends a lot more on luck than on strategy.”
- “In order to get the newly added good stuff and DLC like extra events, you have to purchase it with in-app purchases and it's very expensive.”
- “If I had one complaint, it would be the fairly high price of the in-game purchases - you have the ability to unlock most everything, but the prices range from $8 to over $30 and there's no way to reduce that based on what you've already unlocked through gameplay.”
replayability
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
21%
4%
The game boasts exceptional replayability, with users highlighting its depth, variety of content, and frequent updates that keep the experience fresh. Players appreciate the numerous modes, customization options, and strategic elements that encourage repeated playthroughs, making it a highly addictive and enjoyable experience. Overall, it is regarded as one of the best mobile games in terms of replay value, offering endless strategies and challenges.
- “This game has amazing depth, incredible amounts of replayability, and lots of content to unlock.”
- “The replayability is simply amazing and you can get so much value from this game.”
- “It's probably one of the few games that stays on my phone at all times, partially due to its small size, partially due to replayability, and partially due to the sheer enjoyment.”
- “There is endless replayability since there are endless strategies to try.”
- “The replay value is ridiculous as it is, and there is supposed to be more.”
- “For how simple it looks at first glance, this game has lots of depth and replayability.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
47%
26%
The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy and upbeat, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, many users find the soundtrack repetitive, especially as it restarts on every menu, leading to a desire for more variety. While the sound design is considered a weaker aspect, the music's fusion style and engaging nature still enhance the game's appeal.
- “The music is catchy and upbeat.”
- “Gameplay, graphics, sound effects, and music are all top-notch.”
- “Amazing pixel graphics and exciting music.”
- “While I love the music, the fact that it changes and restarts on every menu is annoying.”
- “There are plenty of times that the game feels repetitive, which I blame on the music.”
- “The music loop gets really, really repetitive after a while, and the monster and adventurer noises become absolutely annoying really fast.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
Overall, users report significant stability issues with the game, including frequent crashes, freezes, and bugs, particularly after recent updates. While some players appreciate the gameplay and artwork, the technical problems detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and interruptions during play.
- “For the time being, I find this app to be a fun time. There are no glitches, a fair play system, and very nice artwork.”
- “The art is great, the cards are fun, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “Bug report: when playing rogue mode and using Rebecca's deck, there's a chance that the game bugs out and freezes on the boss phase.”
- “I like the game but it turns buggy after the recent update.”
- “Crashes and freezes on the first mission; I didn't even have time to understand what this game is about.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as quirky and enjoyable, often enhanced by its unique 8-bit art style and engaging gameplay mechanics. Players appreciate the strategic elements and find the interactions, such as battles with regenerating characters, to be particularly amusing. Overall, the game is recommended for its fun and humorous experience, especially appealing to anime and manga fans.
- “I think everyone will enjoy the cool Japanese art style and humor in this game, but this is a must buy for anime and manga fans.”
- “Very fun strategy, nice challenge and fun graphics with some nice humor.”
- “Strategic, fun, and hilarious.”
character development
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
Overall, the character development in the game is highly praised for its engaging and diverse designs, particularly the pixel art style. While the gameplay is described as fun and straightforward, some users feel that there is room for improvement in certain aspects of character progression. Regular updates and a variety of characters contribute to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Great art, fun gameplay, an interesting gacha mechanic, interesting character designs, and a lot of them, along with regular updates.”
- “The character designs are amazing, and the sprites are very well designed.”
- “Fun and detailed; I like the character designs.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Reviews on optimization are mixed; while some players express frustration over performance drops following a recent patch, others commend the game's overall quality and performance. This inconsistency suggests that optimization may vary significantly between updates and individual experiences.
- “I was overall really surprised at the amazing quality and performance of the game.”
- “The performance decrease sucks the fun out of this game.”
- “With the new patch that just launched, the performance has dropped significantly.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, noting that returning after a long hiatus evokes nostalgia and appreciation for its polished improvements. This emotional resonance highlights the game's ability to create lasting memories and a sense of attachment over time.