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Dwarf Journey

82%Game Brain Score
graphics, atmosphere
monetization, gameplay
82% User Score Based on 183 reviews

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In "Dwarf Journey," players explore randomly generated levels in this action roguelite platformer to find the relic of immortality while defeating enemies and bosses to unlock new routes and character upgrades. Collect ores and weapon blueprints to forge better equipment and customize your dwarf's abilities. Each playthrough offers a unique experience with the chance to grow and power up your character.

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 183 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
monetization13 negative mentions

  • The game features great graphics and solid mechanics, providing a fun and engaging experience.
  • Leveling up gear and attributes is rewarding, and the gameplay loop keeps players coming back for more.
  • The controls are generally smooth and responsive, especially when using a controller.
  • The game suffers from repetitive gameplay, requiring players to start from the beginning after each death, which can become tedious.
  • There are issues with controls, including unresponsive touch controls and problems with controller support.
  • Some players have reported forced ads appearing despite having paid for the game, leading to frustration.
  • monetization
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the presence of ads despite having purchased the full version. While some users appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and in-app purchases, others report experiencing forced ads between levels, leading to dissatisfaction with the overall value of the game. Overall, players feel misled about the ad-free experience promised with the purchase.

    • “Oh also no ads or in-app purchases, which is huge to me!”
    • “Great game, no ads.”
    • “I decided to start from the beginning and now it's got ads between every level even though I paid for the full version.”
    • “I paid for this game but I'm still seeing forced ads between levels.”
    • “Even if you paid for the game, you still see the ads.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of solid mechanics and satisfying combat, though some players find it repetitive and lacking depth. While the graphics and sound design receive praise, issues such as slow progress, inconsistent controls, and tedious mechanics detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of save options and health pickups has been noted as a drawback, leading to a varied reception among players.

    • “It's a classic game to me and I love the music, mechanics, the graphic atmosphere, and the weapons/armor and abilities to equip.”
    • “So far the pixelated retro style graphics, the crisp sound design, and gameplay loop has been superb!”
    • “Tight mechanics, satisfying combat that is very difficult but fair.”
    • “I enjoyed the game but the progress is a bit too slow and the game mechanics are not deep enough for me.”
    • “This looks great in the videos, but for me the actual gameplay lacks... something.”
    • “This game isn't worth any amount of money, the gameplay is repetitive, the controls don't work properly and basically the premise of the game is grind enough until you can one hit enemies, don't buy this, it's a half made game.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are praised for their pixelated retro style, which is described as crisp and atmospheric, contributing positively to the overall experience. While many users appreciate the art style and its nostalgic appeal, some critique the simplicity of the graphics, suggesting it may not reflect a high level of professional design. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point, enhancing the fun and engaging gameplay.

    • “Love the art style, pixelated but crisp.”
    • “So far the pixelated retro style graphics, the crisp sound design, and gameplay loop has been superb!”
    • “This is my preferred graphics and the game gimmicks and achievements are fun.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find it enjoyable and not overly tedious, others feel that starting from the beginning each time can become repetitive. Overall, the grinding mechanics are seen as a potential area for improvement, with hopes for future updates to streamline the experience.

    • “Not grindy at all.”
    • “Nice art, decent gameplay, tedious game mechanics.”
    • “It becomes tedious.”
    • “I really like this game, but I find it a little tedious to start right from the first level every time. I'm hoping for some sort of transport to skip the earlier parts as I progress.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its classic feel, complemented by engaging music, appealing graphics, and a variety of weapons, armor, and abilities that enhance the overall experience.

    • “It's a classic game to me, and I love the music, mechanics, graphic atmosphere, and the weapons, armor, and abilities to equip.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised by users, who consider it a classic element that enhances the overall experience alongside the mechanics, graphics, and equipment options.

    • “It's a classic game to me, and I love the music, mechanics, graphic atmosphere, and the weapons, armor, and abilities to equip.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a coherent storyline, leaving players without a narrative to engage with.

    • “There is no storyline.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players feel that the game's replayability could be significantly enhanced with additional perks, such as expanded level limits or new upgrade options, particularly for skills and weapons. These features would encourage players to revisit the game more frequently and explore different strategies.

    • “I just wish there was a perk for hearing the fourth boss, like expanding your level limit so you could upgrade skills more, engineer weapons, or add another rune slot. This would have increased replayability tenfold.”
    • “I just wish there was a perk for defeating the fourth boss, like expanding your level limit so you could upgrade skills more, engineer weapons, or add another rune slot. This would have significantly increased replayability.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage me to replay it. Once you've seen everything, there's little incentive to go back.”
    • “After completing the game, I found that there was no real reason to replay it. The story doesn't change, and the gameplay feels repetitive.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is characterized as a humorous action RPG, with players highlighting its comedic elements as a key feature that enhances the overall experience.

    • “This action RPG is filled with hilarious moments that keep you laughing throughout the adventure.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, making even the most serious quests entertaining.”
    • “I love how the witty dialogue and funny character interactions add a unique charm to the gameplay.”
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