Dungeon Vixens: A Tale of Temptation

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In "Dungeon Vixens: A Tale of Temptation," players explore a monster girl-filled labyrinth as they attempt to complete a quest and reclaim their love. The dungeon features 18 levels, over 20 unique monster girls, and multiple endings. Along the way, players can engage in mini-games and discover hidden secrets. Timing and strategy are crucial in this retro-style, rogue-like adventure. Will you resist the temptations of the vixens and emerge victorious, or become lost in the dungeon forever?

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Play Modes

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

Dungeon Vixens: A Tale of Temptation screenshot

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features charming retro art and enjoyable gameplay, making it a fun experience for fans of dungeon crawlers.
It offers a good amount of replayability with multiple endings and a skill-based combat system that rewards player mastery.
Players appreciate the option to turn off NSFW scenes, making it accessible for those who may be concerned about privacy.

The game lacks depth in its story and gameplay mechanics, leading to a repetitive experience that can feel boring over time.
Many players have reported technical issues, particularly on the Steam Deck, including broken controls and audio problems.
The NSFW scenes are often criticized for their quality, with some animations being underwhelming and lacking variety.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
72%
9%
The gameplay is primarily a roguelike dungeon crawler featuring 1v1 combat, with mechanics reminiscent of Undertale's battle system. While the pixel art is praised and the gameplay can be enjoyable, many players find it simplistic, repetitive, and lacking depth, particularly due to the absence of a leveling system and the ease of play even on harder difficulties. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for a short duration, but may not hold long-term appeal.
- “The art is amazing and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Step into the shadows, fellow adventurers, for Dungeon Vixens beckons with its dark allure and bewitching gameplay.”
- “This game has very beautifully done pixel art, and while the gameplay is simple and just a little bit repetitive, it isn't horrible or unbearable.”
- “Every single gameplay element is present at the most rudimentary level possible.”
- “Battle mechanic is simple but frustrating as the enemies get tougher and you don't.”
- “There is no leveling mechanic whatsoever.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
73%
14%
The game's story is generally perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it could benefit from a longer narrative or more engaging content. While the main plot can be completed in about two hours and is described as straightforward, the lore primarily focuses on the devil queen's background, leaving players wanting more. Overall, the storytelling is considered simple and underdeveloped, with limited exploration of the game's world.
- “About 2 hours to finish the main plot, which is satisfying.”
- “There is a story in this game; it's told through the cut scenes when you enter the dungeon and through signs/notes in the dungeon.”
- “I haven't made it far, but the story seems pretty straightforward.”
- “This game made little sense story-wise.”
- “Barely any story, and the lore seems to only explain why the devil queen is the way she is.”
- “It definitely could have been more, either with a longer story or have more going for it.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The game's graphics feature a retro art style reminiscent of classic titles like Wolfenstein 3D and Doom, which some players find aesthetically pleasing. However, recent changes to the art style have received mixed reviews, with some players expressing disappointment and a desire for the option to revert to the previous design. Overall, the graphics cater to those who appreciate a nostalgic look rather than modern, flashy visuals.
- “I love the art style of this game; it reminds me of Wolfenstein 3D.”
- “Plus, it has a comfy retro art style.”
- “This is not a game that will appeal to people who expect flashy graphics and all the modern quality of life features most games now have.”
- “Not a fan of the new art style at all.”
- “It's an aesthetically pleasing retro art style that's reminiscent of old Doom or Wolfenstein.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is praised for its high replayability, featuring multiple endings that encourage players to explore different outcomes. The appealing sprites and engaging narrative further enhance the desire to replay the game.
- “Amazing game with tons of replayability, sprites look awesome and led me to also check out Monster Girl's Labyrinth.”
- “A true tale of heartbreak, and multiple endings for replay value.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game lacks background music during gameplay, which some players find confusing, especially since there is music in the main menu. While the sound effects, like dripping water, are appreciated, many feel that a subtle background melody would enhance the overall experience and reduce the need for players to provide their own music.
- “The sound effects of dripping water are cool but feel unaccompanied; a low-pitched slow melody in the background would enhance the experience and allow me to play the game without needing to provide my own background music.”
- “There isn't any background music in the game, but there is for the main menu, which is a bit confusing.”
- “The sound effects of dripping water are cool but feel unaccompanied; a low-pitched slow melody in the background would let me play the game without the need of providing my own background music.”
- “The sound effects of dripping water are cool but feel unaccompanied; a low-pitched slow melody in the background would let me play the game without the need of providing my own background music.”