Dungeons & Robots

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"Dungeons & Robots" is an online action shooter RPG where players team up to battle enemies, collect resources, and conquer territories. Features include fast-paced combat, customizable characters and equipment, and procedurally generated environments. Play solo or in co-op mode with up to 4 players for a unique and dynamic experience. 100 characters.

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41%

Audience ScoreBased on 252 reviews

graphics20 positive mentions

story12 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept with customizable robots and a variety of weapons, which can be enjoyable for players who appreciate character upgrades.
Some players find the game fun in co-op mode, suggesting that it could be a good experience with friends despite its flaws.
The developers have shown commitment to improving the game, responding to community feedback and fixing bugs relatively quickly.

The game is widely regarded as abandoned, with no updates since June 2018, leading to a lack of content and unresolved bugs.
Many players report severe gameplay issues, including poor controls, frustrating camera angles, and a lack of clear objectives, making it difficult to enjoy.
The overall experience is described as bland and repetitive, with limited enemy variety and missions that feel like a grind rather than engaging gameplay.

story
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
79%
16%
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many players noting a complete lack of narrative, lore, or context to engage with during missions. Reviewers express frustration over repetitive gameplay and mission structures that feel aimless, compounded by technical issues that hinder progression. Overall, the game is described as bland and uninviting, lacking the storytelling elements that could enhance the experience.
- “Story: 10/10 (still being worked on) but you can read it here.”
- “Explorer is a dungeon that you are thrown into where you have a main quest, and a challenge quest for extra experience at the end of the level.”
- “It would also be nice to see some more 'complicated' missions (why not some side missions too), in each dungeon with better rewards for completing them all.”
- “The game still lacks any kind of story or lore to drive the player in understanding what he or she is doing and why.”
- “No story or intro at all.”
- “The game is very bland at its current state - nothing is explained, no story at all and the graphics aren't very good as well.”
graphics
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
52%
14%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the colorful art style and well-designed dungeons, while others criticize the lack of graphical settings and overall poor visual quality. Many users report issues with motion blur and distortion, leading to frustration, although some appreciate the polished aesthetics and potential for improvement in future updates. Overall, the graphics are seen as below average for a modern title, with significant room for enhancement.
- “I really like the art style in this game.”
- “Graphics: amazing! I absolutely love every dungeon I have been in so far. With that said, there isn't a huge variation yet, but the devs are currently working on a big patch.”
- “Graphics are very polished and appealing.”
- “Far below average graphics.”
- “Barely playable, terrible audio, dreadful graphics.”
- “So I started the game, and I promise you, that graphics will burn your eyes, the ground is distorted and glowing, your character can run on any obstacles, you can even fall(!) from a great height!”
gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
46%
13%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the fast-paced, arcade-style twin-stick shooting mechanics, while others criticize it for being bland, buggy, and frustrating due to issues like erratic shooting and inventory management. The lock-on mechanic shows potential but feels underdeveloped, and many users express a desire for improved game modes and mechanics to enhance the overall experience. Despite the criticisms, there are commendations for the game's concept and the supportive development team.
- “Kudos to the whole game team for making an awesome game and a special thanks to Seikto for being easily the most friendly, active, and helpful dev I've had the pleasure of speaking with. Highly recommend this game both for the incredible, fast-paced, fun gameplay, as well as the incredible dev team.”
- “Gameplay: 10/10 (it's an excellent idea and plays very well)”
- “The gameplay of Dungeons & Robots is surprisingly fun.”
- “Gameplay isn't that great; missions are artificially made harder.”
- “Shooting mechanics are bugged, with random bullets firing in random directions upon starting to shoot.”
- “The gameplay is stiff and awkward.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the dynamic changes based on the dungeon environment, while others find it repetitive and poorly suited to the fast-paced gameplay. Many users express frustration over the lack of separate audio controls for music and sound effects, and some even choose to mute the game entirely. Overall, while there are moments of potential, the soundtrack often fails to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Music: amazing music that changes depending on the dungeon you are in, to really set the mood.”
- “The music feels a bit too quiet for this type of game, but it's good.”
- “The music it starts off with is nice.”
- “Gameplay is still the same as before, though; a twin-stick shooting game with a bunch of collect and kill missions in an arcade style, lack of storyline and background music, but that can be done later if the devs are willing to.”
- “The music is very repetitive and boring, not something to get you excited for killing hordes of monsters.”
- “I could not turn off/mute the in-game music; I had to turn down my own volume just to play this game.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
85%
The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, which is typical for an early access title. While players acknowledge the potential of the game, many express frustration with the stability issues, noting that updates have not consistently resolved these problems. Overall, the consensus is that while the game is playable, it remains a "buggy mess" that requires significant improvements.
- “Currently, the game is a buggy mess.”
- “The game has amazing potential but is full of glitches, as expected from an early access game that has just been released today.”
- “Buggy/glitchy dash; the first time I used it, it just warped me off the map entirely.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when using keyboard and mouse controls. However, many appreciate the rewarding nature of the grind, especially in the context of crafting gear and the overall experience typical of ARPGs. While the repetitive nature of grinding is acknowledged, it is often seen as a necessary part of the gameplay that enhances the sense of achievement.
- “I had to use keyboard and mouse which was pretty tedious.”
- “- tedious OST doesn't match the dynamic combat system.”
- “Crafting gear requires pure crystals which are obtained throughout the game (yes, there is a lot of grinding) but to me that is not an issue, since hard work in this game is rewarded.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it highly enjoyable, especially in cooperative modes and anticipate future updates to enhance single-player experiences, others criticize the lack of functioning multiplayer servers and view the game as a grind with minimal incentive to continue playing. Overall, opinions range from very high replayability to a significant lack thereof.
- “Lots of replayability, fun in co-op, and I got in contact with the team. They are saying that they will have some AI up and running in the next patch or so to boost the single-player action.”
- “Replayability: 10/10 (very, very, very, very high. Play it with friends, find a server to play on, play alone, grind to your heart's content.)”
- “Overall, this game is a crazy grindstone that has little to no replay value and no good reason to keep playing.”
- “First of all, the servers won't load multiplayer games, so I don't even know if my previous robots are playable.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of this indie title is criticized as a cash grab, leading users to advise against investing time, effort, or money into the game.
- “Don't waste your time, effort, or money on this shoddy indie cash grab title.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find humor in the game's quirky mechanics, particularly the amusing situation where creating a new profile with the same name allows players to start fresh while retaining their statistics, leading to a comical contradiction.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a distinct indie flair, creating a unique and engaging environment that resonates with players. This indie aesthetic contributes to a charming and immersive experience.
- “The indie atmosphere and flair create a unique and immersive experience.”
- “The indie atmosphere and flair enhance the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The indie atmosphere and flair.”
- “The indie atmosphere and flair.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The reviews highlight that the game features excellent character design, indicating a strong emphasis on well-crafted and visually appealing characters.
- “Excellent character design.”
- “Excellent character design.”
- “Excellent character design.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highly impactful, with players expressing that it evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears. Many reviewers emphasize the game's ability to create a deeply moving experience that resonates long after playing.
- “10/10 would cry again.”
- “10/10 would cry again.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a solid amount of content for early access and is praised for its smooth performance and appealing visuals.
- “Nice amount of content for early access, and it runs smoothly with nice visuals.”