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Dungeons of the Obelisk

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60%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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About Dungeons of the Obelisk

Dungeons of the Obelisk is a single player tactical hack and slash game with fantasy, medieval and historical themes. It was developed by Knob Cat Games and was released on March 28, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Welcome to Topia! Create a customizable adventurer and explore the mysterious Obelisk and the dungeons that lie within. Add your friends and chat as you play. Engage in turn-based combat against a range of mobs but beware, the battles are deceptively simple but have a hidden layer of difficulty and strategy that will keep advanced players gripped. Collect rare and legendary items from unique…

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and addictive gameplay loop, allowing players to run dungeons, collect gear, and level up in a relaxing manner.
  • Customization options for characters are extensive, and the graphics, while simple, are not pixelated and have a charming aesthetic.
  • The developers are responsive and engaged with the community, actively seeking feedback to improve the game.
  • The game requires email registration instead of integrating with Steam, which may deter potential players.
  • Battles can become monotonous due to limited tactical options and the reliance on auto-combat, making gameplay feel dull over time.
  • Some features, like the character customization interface, are cumbersome and could benefit from a more user-friendly design.

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to the absence of a minimap, which complicates level exploration and prolongs the overall experience.

    • “The exploration of levels is tedious due to the lack of a minimap.”
    • “Grinding feels repetitive and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The time spent grinding for resources feels excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The graphics are described as simple 2D visuals that lack complexity, but they are clear and not pixelated or blurry. Players appreciate the character customization options and the overall aesthetic, which aligns with their expectations for the game.

    • “This game is good; at least it's not team-based, and you find a lot of gear in the dungeon. The graphics are not pixelated, and the scenes are clear. You get to create a boy or girl character any way you choose, so it's everything I was looking for in a game. Of course, it has legendary gear as well, and it also has pay options for those that want to, but you don't really need to.”
    • “The graphics are 2D and look overly simplistic.”
    • “The visuals lack detail and feel outdated.”
    • “The art style is unappealing and fails to impress.”

  • monetization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The monetization model includes microtransactions for pet and accessory slots, which are essential for gameplay but considered reasonable by users. While these purchases are necessary for the game's growth, they do not feel exploitative given the game's free-to-play nature.

    • “Yes, there are microtransactions, but none of them are completely unreasonable, and for a free game, they are necessary for its growth!”
    • “The two slots (pet and accessory) are for items that you can only get through microtransactions.”
    • “Yes, there are microtransactions, but they feel excessive for a free game.”
    • “The monetization model feels predatory, pushing players to spend more than they should.”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a satisfying loop of running dungeons, acquiring gear, and leveling up, which keeps players engaged. Many find it enjoyable and relaxing, with some even appreciating the ability to multitask, such as reading while using the autobattle feature to gather loot.

    • “A fun gameplay loop: run dungeons, get gear, level up/paragon, run higher level dungeons, get better gear... and so on.”
    • “Very good gameplay spiral.”
    • “Gameplay is quite relaxing, in my opinion. I've actually been enjoying more reading time while hitting the autobattle button and gathering loot.”

  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The story is perceived as simplistic and lacking depth, reminiscent of low-budget adventure games.

    • “The story feels like a cheap knockoff of better games, lacking originality and depth.”
    • “The plot is predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is minimal, leaving the narrative feeling flat and uninteresting.”
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Dungeons of the Obelisk is a tactical hack and slash game with fantasy, medieval and historical themes. Common tags for Dungeons of the Obelisk include turn-based, indie, magic, swordplay, dungeon crawler and others.

Dungeons of the Obelisk is available on PC and Windows.

Dungeons of the Obelisk was released on March 28, 2024.

Dungeons of the Obelisk was developed by Knob Cat Games.

Dungeons of the Obelisk has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Dungeons of the Obelisk for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Dungeons of the Obelisk is a single player game.

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