Dungeonborne

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Dungeonborne is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Mithril Interactive and was released on July 18, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

Dungeonborne is a first-person action RPG where you explore treacherous multi-level dungeons filled with priceless artifacts and deadly monsters. Choose from diverse classes like Fighter or Pyromancer, using unique weapons and spells to outmaneuver enemies and protect your party. Strategy and vertical combat combine for intense, tactical battles in immersive, labyrinthine environments.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10,029 reviews

gameplay284 positive mentions

optimization38 negative mentions

The game is free and features a fair cosmetic monetization model, allowing players to enjoy the experience without aggressive paywalls.
The gameplay is engaging and addictive, with smooth mechanics and a rewarding progression system that keeps players coming back.
The atmosphere is immersive, with stunning visuals and a dynamic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

The monetization strategy has been criticized as a 'cash grab,' with many players feeling that it prioritizes profit over genuine content and player experience.
The game suffers from significant performance issues, including lag, crashes, and poor optimization, making it unplayable for many users.
The lack of a compelling narrative and repetitive content leads to a shallow experience, leaving players dissatisfied with the overall depth of the game.

gameplay
788 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Dungeonborne has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging mechanics, smooth combat, and rewarding progression system. However, criticisms often focus on issues such as unbalanced classes, clunky movement, and frustrating PvP elements that can detract from the overall experience. While some players find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, others feel it lacks depth and suffers from repetitive mechanics, making it a polarizing title in the dungeon crawler genre.
- “Had a genuinely fun time, mechanics were sharp and the moment-to-moment action was great.”
- “Dungeonborne doesn’t just deliver on gameplay—it excels in creating an immersive world.”
- “The gameplay is addictive, with plenty of reasons to keep coming back for more.”
- “Fighting mechanics were poor, and game movement felt choppy and slow.”
- “The gameplay is where things really fall flat.”
- “The core gameplay is a huge pile of shit: extremely poor and boring combat system with nearly zero impact.”
graphics
364 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
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The graphics of the game have received a mixed reception, with many players praising the stunning visuals, detailed environments, and immersive atmosphere that enhance the overall experience. However, some users have criticized the graphics for being inconsistent, with reports of performance issues and a lack of polish in certain areas. Overall, while the game boasts impressive aesthetics and a unique art style, it still requires optimization and refinement to fully realize its potential.
- “The visuals are stunning, with detailed environments that perfectly set the tone for your dark and perilous adventure.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the combat system is refreshingly intuitive and reactive in regards to one's play style.”
- “The graphics and sound are on point, creating an immersive experience that enhances gameplay.”
- “Mediocre graphics.”
- “The transparency on the ghosts looks like PS1 graphics, and you have to choose between having cool, dark lighting, and being able to see your PvP opponents.”
- “Graphics are horrible.”
optimization
137 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players experiencing severe performance issues such as stuttering, lag, and inconsistent frame rates, even on high-end systems. While some users noted minor improvements and the potential for better performance with future updates, the overall consensus is that the game is currently unplayable for many due to its poor optimization. Players are hopeful for future patches to address these critical issues, but as it stands, the game's performance detracts significantly from the overall experience.
- “Updates are constant, improvements are constant, stability is great, there are next to no issues with servers and performance.”
- “The game has very nice features, it is not badly optimized, I run it on Ryzen 7 3700X with RTX 3060 12GB and 32GB RAM, I mixed the game settings quite a bit to stay above 100 FPS and I have to say it's still looks very good.”
- “I give it a solid bottom most upper tier (8.5/10); extremely solid, plays well and is fun, performance is great even on my old PC and it's currently the best price, $free.99, I see no reason not to give it a try.”
- “The devs didn't care about the player base and just wanted to put out a subpar performance that ruined a brilliant concept.”
- “The performance is horrible; you can't do a single attack without being locked in place for a solid second, and every interaction has a good second delay before it actually tries to do anything.”
- “The optimization is crap; it's laggy as hell.”
grinding
121 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring players to invest countless hours to achieve meaningful progress. Many reviews highlight the frustration of losing hard-earned gear to higher-level players or due to poor matchmaking, making the grind feel pointless. While some players find enjoyment in the grind and the loot mechanics, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a burdensome experience that detracts from the fun of gameplay.
- “Game is amazing, not grindy, and most importantly fun!”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Paywalls for cosmetics and grindy progression that pushes you to spend money are blatantly in your face.”
- “Getting items and gold until now for almost 90 hours has been tedious to say the least.”
- “The loot is the same standard loot you find in most games like this, 99% of it is worthless trash, the remaining 1% is split between 0.9999999% minor upgrades to what you have, and the final fraction being locked exclusively to the highest end content which is populated entirely by cheaters, hackers, exploit abusers, and the sweatiest tryhards you have ever seen, rendering it functionally nonexistent outside of said sweatlords either grinding it for weeks or just RMTing it and then rolling lobbies with it.”
monetization
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the heavy reliance on microtransactions, particularly for cosmetic items, and a perceived lack of genuine content or support from the developers. While some reviews note that the monetization is not overly aggressive and is primarily cosmetic, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment, suggesting that the game prioritizes profit over player experience and long-term development.
- “Overall the game is great, especially considering it's free and at no point has there been any pressure on microtransactions.”
- “Game is free with a great model of cosmetic monetization only.”
- “This fair approach to monetization, combined with the high-quality content, makes Dungeonborne exceptional value for any gamer.”
- “They pushed microtransactions in a game that didn’t even survive, leaving players with nothing but wasted money.”
- “It was a phenomenal scam to get people to shell out money for in-game purchases for cosmetics.”
- “The fact that there is a store page with microtransactions available before the actual game has any content or stability is disgusting.”
story
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it offers no compelling narrative or solo missions, making it feel shallow and repetitive. While some appreciate the quest system and the potential for character progression, the absence of a meaningful storyline or PvE content leaves many feeling unsatisfied and frustrated, particularly those who prefer cooperative gameplay over PvP. Overall, the consensus is that the game could greatly benefit from the addition of a dedicated story mode to enhance the experience.
- “Dungeonborne isn't just about the gameplay mechanics; it also boasts a rich lore and engaging storyline that draw you into its world.”
- “The narrative is well-crafted, with interesting characters and plot twists that keep you invested in your character's journey.”
- “Exploring the dungeons and uncovering the story behind each area adds a lot of depth to the game.”
- “No real decent story to follow, or puzzle to solve.”
- “The environment is dull, the characters are generic and forgettable, and the story is a jumbled mess of worn out clichés.”
- “Forced PvP trash with no storyline.”
stability
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and significant performance issues, even on high-end systems. Many users experience lag, hit registration problems, and bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some acknowledge occasional improvements and patches, the overall sentiment is that the game remains a "buggy mess" that hampers enjoyment.
- “Runs great, looks great, is a ton of fun, balance is pretty good and the devs are constantly patching any issues and making improvements.”
- “Game runs great and I can't wait to see what they do in the future.”
- “Runs great, looks great, gameplay is wildly fun.”
- “The game lags out so bad as if I am running at 5-10 fps and then freezes for 2 seconds every 5-10 seconds, so we both go from 100% HP to dead.”
- “But right now (for 2 days or so) I am having sudden complete screen freezes which make the game unplayable.”
- “This game is absolute garbage; the whole game is coded by a monkey using a base engine with purchased assets and generic/boggy third-party coding.”
atmosphere
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and captivating qualities, featuring detailed visuals, dynamic soundtracks, and a mix of dark and engaging environments that draw players in. While many reviewers highlight the game's ability to create a thrilling and moody ambiance, some express concerns about inconsistencies in audio design and map atmosphere. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay experience despite some critiques regarding its execution.
- “The game’s atmosphere pulls you in with its dark, detailed visuals and dynamic soundtrack, perfectly complementing the strategic chaos.”
- “Its beautiful graphics and engaging combat create an immersive atmosphere, drawing players into a world filled with danger and mystery.”
- “The detailed environments and character designs add a lot to the atmosphere, making every dungeon feel unique and alive.”
- “The atmosphere of the maps is also just not there.”
- “Environmental atmosphere aside, the rest of the game just feels incomplete and premature.”
- “A distinct lack of music or audio-based atmosphere in the delves stood out to me; besides weapons swinging, there is more or less no audio design at all.”
humor
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it both entertaining and frustrating; they highlight the amusing moments that arise from gameplay mishaps and character interactions. While some reviews praise the game's ability to generate funny experiences, others point out that the humor often stems from the game's flaws and imbalances, leading to a love-hate relationship among players. Overall, the humor is seen as a significant aspect that enhances the game's appeal, despite its many shortcomings.
- “I fell in absolute love with the gameplay when I first downloaded it and loved all the funny moments I had with my friends while playing.”
- “Easy to get into, funny, and addictive.”
- “It's funny, engaging, and challenging, the best trio that I look for in a multiplayer online game.”
- “Not relaxing and not funny.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the dynamic soundtrack and atmospheric sound design that enhances the gameplay experience, while others criticize the lack of music in certain areas and abrupt transitions. Overall, the soundtracks are noted for their quality, but inconsistencies in audio presence can detract from immersion. Players appreciate the blend of ambient music and combat sounds, though some feel improvements are needed for a more cohesive audio experience.
- “The game’s atmosphere pulls you in with its dark, detailed visuals and dynamic soundtrack, perfectly complementing the strategic chaos.”
- “The sound design is equally impressive, from the ominous ambient music to the satisfying sounds of combat.”
- “This game is a combination of skilled swordsplay with good graphics and effects, mechanics, and a mature audience with an inspiring, in-tune soundtrack that creates an eerie dungeon feeling.”
- “Music sucks and/or doesn't exist.”
- “At best it would load me in for a round and then go back to the insane purgatory that is the loading screen and the music that restarts abruptly the whole way through.”
- “A distinct lack of music or audio-based atmosphere in the delves stood out to me; besides weapons swinging, there is more or less no audio design at all.”
emotional
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of nostalgia and warmth, particularly in social interactions. However, frustrations with matchmaking and gear systems lead to significant emotional distress for some, causing them to abandon the game. Overall, while the game has the potential for deep emotional engagement, technical issues and balance changes can detract from the experience, leaving some players feeling disheartened.
- “One of those games that generates an emotional response for sure...”
- “Good game once you become desensitized to the heartbreaking, soul-shattering pain of losing a blue rarity dagger to a cockroach.”
- “I've played other games of this genre, Tarkov and Dark and Darker, and none have made me feel the way this game does.”
replayability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the depth and item trading system that enhances replay value, others criticize the limited content, repetitive dungeons, and lack of variety in gameplay. Positive reviews highlight the fun mechanics and high replay value, especially in comparison to similar titles, but many feel that without expansions or additional content, the replayability may diminish over time.
- “The item trading/purchasing system allows quick gearing, but collecting specific item bonuses and stats keeps replay value high.”
- “Overall, Dungeonborne is a game that you can keep coming back to, thanks to its depth, innovation, and replayability.”
- “Very high replay value; you're going to die, you're going to kill, and you're going to have fun.”
- “The game doesn't have enough content to keep the replayability; you see the same two dungeons over and over, the same bosses, the same mobs.”
- “It also seems to lack some replayability without an expansion of class abilities or features.”
- “Compared to other games, Dungeonborne offers significantly lower replay value.”
character development
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in this dungeon extraction game is praised for its variety and depth, featuring unique character designs and skills that enhance gameplay. Players appreciate the immersive environments and intricate histories that contribute to a rich experience, although some critiques mention a lack of depth in character progression. Overall, the game offers a smooth and engaging experience with well-designed characters and dynamic gameplay.
- “It offers interesting and dynamic gameplay with procedurally generated dungeons and a variety of character development options.”
- “The richly detailed landscapes, intricate histories, and the nuanced character development all combine to create an immersive experience that draws you in and never lets go.”
- “Smooth gameplay, great enemy character design, characters feel unique with fun abilities, PvE and PvP are enjoyable and not as punishing as other options in the field.”
- “The combat is clunky, the character development is non-existent, and the levels are dull and uninspired.”
- “If you wear a gold heirloom you are skyrocketing your gear score for very little balance in character development.”
- “Linear character development.”