Eldritch Hunter
- January 27, 2017
- Joshua Missile
Get on Steam"Eldritch Hunter" is a challenging platforming shooter with swift level-based gameplay and puzzle-esque battles. Unlock 10 different weapons and 2 additional characters across 6 diverse worlds while competing on global leaderboards. With customizable controls and support for both mouse and keyboard, as well as gamepad, players can experience smooth 60fps gameplay and low graphics settings for broader accessibility.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming hand-painted art style and engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Eldritch Hunter offers a unique blend of action and puzzle elements, requiring strategic planning and reflexes to navigate its challenging levels.
- Despite its difficulty, the game provides a rewarding experience where players feel their deaths are due to their own mistakes rather than unfair mechanics.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including low framerate and unresponsive controls, which can hinder gameplay.
- Many players find the difficulty curve to be steep and frustrating, with some levels feeling unfair and overly punishing.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in terms of story and gameplay.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game features a stunning hand-brushed art style with a well-planned color palette, creating a visually appealing experience that evokes nostalgia for classic arcade games. While the graphics are praised for their cuteness and charm, some players noted that the option for lower graphics settings is ineffective. However, those seeking a true action-platformer may be disappointed, as the gameplay does not align with traditional platforming expectations.
“Overall, I love the gorgeous hand-brushed art style with a planned-out color palette, with the enemies being purplish and the instrumental soundtracks I can't help humming to.”
“I love the theme, the graphic style, and the one-screen arcade-style gameplay reminiscent of old classics such as Snow Bros.”
“Cute art style and story.”
“There is an option for lower graphics in the menu, but it does nothing.”
“For people looking for an action-platformer with original graphics (like this game seems to be)....look elsewhere, this is not what you get here.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with some players expressing disappointment over its simplicity and missed potential for a more engaging narrative. While the art style and soundtrack receive praise, the overall storyline feels underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more substance.
“Cute art style and story.”
“Good graphics, nice soundtrack, decent story, easy to understand controls.”
“Okay, now for the story.”
“The main game is simple and quite easy enough, but when it comes to the boss fight, or at least the first one for me, that's another story I and 90% of players would tell later.”
“The story is barely there; I mean, you could make a good parody of Lovecraft's stories and his monsters.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging and well-composed instrumental soundtracks that complement the gameplay and setting effectively. Reviewers appreciate the limited but well-suited tracks that avoid repetitiveness, enhancing the overall experience alongside the game's stunning visuals and level design.
“Overall, I love the gorgeous hand-brushed art style with a planned-out color palette, and the instrumental soundtracks I can't help humming to.”
“Excellent background music; there are only a couple of tracks, but they go really well with the game and don't feel too repetitive.”
“Music is very engaging and fits the setting well.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
“While the visuals are stunning, the soundtrack feels uninspired and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
“The music doesn't enhance the experience; instead, it often feels out of place and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a charming, arcade-style design that evokes nostalgia for classic games, with a gradual introduction of challenging mechanics that test both tactical planning and reflexes. However, some players find the difficulty spikes too steep, potentially leading to frustration early in the game. Overall, it effectively combines fundamental mechanics with engaging challenges, making it a worthwhile experience for its price.
“I love the theme, the graphic style, and the one-screen arcade-style gameplay reminiscent of old classics such as Snow Bros.”
“Fun little game, it presents you with some core mechanics and as you continue it comes with more challenge as you master the controls.”
“As far as $5 games go, Eldritch Hunter is everything I could ask for; a game that takes some very fundamental mechanics and executes them excellently, steadily introducing more and more challenging maps in the process that steadily test your approach to the game.”
“Unfortunately, there is also a problem with the gameplay that ramps up so fast that you'll probably quit as soon as you reach the second world area.”
“Add this one to my cute but devious category; this game has a cute, cupcakey hand-painted character look, but has some very tricky gameplay segments that test your tactical planning as much as your reflexes.”
“The gameplay presents some core mechanics, but as you continue, it becomes more challenging, which may frustrate players who are not ready for the steep learning curve.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its charming and humorous elements, combining cute Lovecraftian themes with engaging gameplay, making it a worthwhile purchase for players seeking both fun and aesthetic appeal.
“Nicely done, a pretty and funny game where you shoot cute Lovecraftian creatures to save humanity. Definitely worth the price.”
