Dungeon Marathon

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Dungeon Marathon is a single player action game. It was developed by Retro Army Limited and was released on October 3, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dungeon Marathon is a new style of game where you must run through Dungeons, no fighting allowed!

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Single-Player

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The simple 'run, dodge, and collect' gameplay creates an enjoyable rhythm, enhanced by smooth controls and expressive animations.
The twist involving the poisonous apples adds a thrilling layer to the gameplay, motivating players to strategize and try again after failures.
The game offers a solid challenge curve and is fun for quick play sessions, making it a good distraction for casual gamers.

There are issues with level repetition and some levels skipping to the next one after completion, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
The inventory system and item descriptions are not well explained, leading to confusion during play.
The game lacks significant replayability, as completing it wipes your save, and the hard mode does not present much of a challenge.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its simple mechanics of "run, dodge, and collect," which create a rhythmic experience enhanced by smooth controls and expressive animations. However, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, with some noting that the absence of a jump mechanic limits the gameplay's dynamism. Overall, while the game offers a straightforward and enjoyable experience for some, it may feel monotonous and underdeveloped for others.
- “I wasn’t expecting much, but its simple 'run, dodge, and collect' gameplay got me into a nice rhythm, with the expressive animation on the player characters combined with the smooth controls taking me on a nice ride through these classic isometric dungeons.”
- “I get my good brand of juvenile humor I expect from retro army, but like any retro army game, I also get the seeping dark undertones that add a twist to the gameplay.”
- “Dungeon marathon is not a bad little game, considering you are always on the run, which is quite a rare game mechanic.”
- “Ugly retro pixel graphics, terrible gameplay.”
- “Boring gameplay (sorry but that’s being honest).”
- “It could have used more mechanics to make the play more lively; for example, if there were hazards that could only be avoided by jumping (there is no jump mechanic in the game, which does make the decision-making process when running a lot simpler than it otherwise could have been).”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are polarizing, with some players appreciating the classic pixel art style while others criticize it as ugly and outdated compared to modern 3D graphics. Despite the mixed opinions, there is a niche audience that enjoys the retro aesthetic, particularly in the context of dungeon crawlers. Overall, the visuals seem to cater to a specific taste, with a clear divide between fans of pixelated graphics and those preferring contemporary designs.
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “Pixelated graphics are always welcome.”
- “Ugly retro pixel graphics, terrible gameplay.”
- “You can play free MMOs like Rift or Guild Wars 2 with 3D graphics, or you can pay $4.50 for this junk.”
- “I recommend this game to gamers that are mostly into classic pixel graphics dungeon crawlers that basically don't mind the twist in the gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game blends juvenile elements typical of retro army titles with darker undertones that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the self-aware humor, which acknowledges its own shortcomings, adding a layer of depth to the comedic aspects.
- “I get my good brand of juvenile humor I expect from Retro Army, but like any Retro Army game, I also get the seeping dark undertones that add a twist to the gameplay.”
- “It's able to realize its own inadequacies (at least I hope it was self-aware humor).”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers limited replayability, as completing it results in the loss of your save data, leaving little incentive to replay or explore further.
- “After that, there isn't much in the way of replayability or completion, since beating the game wipes your save.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The lack of different endings or choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game allows players to take a moment to strategize and plan their next moves, providing a sense of control and immersion in the narrative. This feature enhances the overall experience by enabling players to engage with the plot at their own pace.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The sound effect design, particularly the sounds associated with picking up apples, received positive feedback; however, the overall music was largely considered forgettable by users.
- “I liked the sound effect design, especially the sounds when picking up apples, but most of the music is very forgettable.”