Ember Strike

Fast head-to-head fighting like you’ve never seen. Welcome to Ember Strike. Join the first PVP fighter of its kind! Ember Strike is the perfect mix of speed and action with live, competitive, head-to-head battles. Collect and upgrade a team of unique fighters and strike down your opponents in a totally unique mix of hardcore fighting, mini-games, and puzzle action. Steal moves, throw Strikes, reig…

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Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 393 reviews

graphics23 positive mentions

grinding8 negative mentions

The game features fast-paced gameplay that combines match-3 mechanics with real-time PvP battles, making it exciting and engaging.
The graphics and art style are visually appealing, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
It is free to play and not pay-to-win, allowing players to progress without spending money, which is a refreshing change in the genre.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, rendering it unplayable and stuck on a loading screen, which frustrates players.
There are significant issues with the Steam inventory, as items cannot be deleted, leaving players with broken links and clutter.
The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, especially in single-player mode, leading to a lack of motivation to continue playing.

graphics
34 mentions
68 % positive mentions
24 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive positive feedback, with many users praising the vibrant visuals, detailed character designs, and appealing art style. While some mention that animations could feel less lively, the graphics are generally described as strong and engaging, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Users appreciate the balance between aesthetics and gameplay, making it a visually appealing choice for casual gamers.
- “Strong, fast graphics make this an exciting game to play.”
- “Nice visuals and the characters they have look pretty damn cool.”
- “The game has really cool graphics with the snowman being one of my favorites.”
- “These free games/paid games that are coming out are literally all the same but with different graphics.”
- “Most of these are aesthetic dislikes about the game.”
- “Overall, I should recommend this game, due to the art style it offers and the gameplay is balanced.”
gameplay
33 mentions
33 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced mechanics and a simple interface that many players find enjoyable and addictive. However, interruptions from cinematic attacks can disrupt the flow, leading to frustration, especially in multiplayer modes where network lag may also be an issue. While the game offers a balanced experience with fun mechanics, some players feel that it can become repetitive over time and may require significant time investment for progression.
- “Definitely enjoying the fast gameplay immensely and the simplicity of the interface!”
- “Fun and fast gameplay... I'm totally enjoying it.”
- “Great gameplay, nice graphics, exciting PvP battle.”
- “As far as gameplay goes, there is some illusion of fast-paced gameplay, but it is all too easily shattered by the number of interruptions players suffer through whenever a cinematic attack from either side is used. During this time, the game stops altogether just so both sides can 'enjoy' seconds of an attack animation that they will see many more times throughout their time spent on the game.”
- “Not much of match-3 gameplay itself in all this mess.”
- “Yes, you play with others, but no one plays, and the AI in duels is really frustrating. Every time you do something, it steals from you. You need blue, but not blue on screen, and they steal it from you! For the campaign, you must play in this duel mechanic to get money to raise your character, but when you're just a bit advanced, you must spend like an hour in duels to hope to win some games to get a small amount of money. To raise your character from level 24 to 25 is like 12k, and your team has 5 characters! You must spend too much time for nearly nothing in the end! Maybe wait for some updates because now it's more annoying to play and really frustrating!”
story
21 mentions
14 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The story mode in this elemental icon matching game offers a mix of engaging gameplay and progression challenges, with players noting its addictive nature and decent graphics. However, some users find the pacing slow, requiring numerous wins to advance, and express a desire for more creativity and variety in the narrative. Recent updates have introduced options to progress in story mode without relying solely on PvP matches, which has been positively received.
- “This is a somewhat addicting fast-paced elemental icon matching game that has a bit of a story to it and gives you some free gift-type steam items.”
- “It has awesome graphics, a whole lot of 100 levels to play in story mode, many bosses, and many minions to play with or against!”
- “The new changes to the story mode give more options to play story mode without PvP matches to progress.”
- “The story mode from one point on moves very slow (30+ wins to move one step).”
- “Also, I was playing in story mode and it suddenly was not available anymore and the map completely changed.”
- “The story mode seems repeatable and needs more creativity.”
humor
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised by users, who describe it as funny, addictive, and relaxing. Many appreciate its ability to transform a typically mundane genre into an entertaining experience, making it suitable for casual play even in a work environment. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal and enjoyment.
- “I like this game because it is very funny and you have a lot of stages :p”
- “It's fast, funny and 100% relaxing - I mean it can be played even at your workplace whenever you feel without getting fired, if you own the business of course.”
- “Cool game.. they made such a hated type of game so funny and interesting for me :d”
grinding
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, especially after a recent update that increased the grind required for character progression. While some players may enjoy grinding, many reviewers feel it detracts from the overall experience, leading to boredom and a lack of motivation to continue playing.
- “It was entertaining at first until I reached the frustration I've encountered in previous games... grinding.”
- “Since one update that changed many things, it got much more grindy and boring.”
- “After a while, you will get tired of PvE as you need to grind lower-level monsters to reach higher levels or spend cash to buy gems.”
monetization
7 mentions
29 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The game's monetization model includes optional in-game purchases for mythical minions, which can also be obtained through the Steam community market, but it does not feature intrusive ads or aggressive prompts to buy currency. While players can enjoy the game without spending money, many feel that the limited in-game currency makes progression difficult, leading to a reliance on microtransactions that some users find frustrating. Overall, the presence of microtransactions is a common concern among players, reflecting a broader trend in free-to-play and AAA games.
- “While microtransactions are a bummer, like pretty much any free-to-play and current AAA games have, you can pretty much enjoy the game without them.”
- “Over 300 games in my library and I'm playing a free mobile port that has microtransactions...”
- “You might have noticed some mythical minions on the Steam Community Market for this game; however, you should know that you can only acquire these types of minions by financially supporting the game with in-game purchases or buying them through the Steam Community Market.”
- “It doesn't give you enough gold to level characters to support microtransactions, and a lot of the time now I feel the game cheats itself.”
- “The only way to progress at this point seems to be to boost through microtransactions, something I'm not willing to do.”
music
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and thematic richness, complementing the fast-paced gameplay and well-executed animations and graphics. Reviewers appreciate how the music enhances the overall experience without detracting from the game's balance and fairness.
- “The attack moves that each character uses are really well done, and the music works too.”
- “Rich themed music!”
- “Apart from that, the music, animations, and graphics are all perfectly done.”
stability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with users reporting minimal bugs and smooth performance. However, some players have noted specific issues, such as prolonged dark screens during alerts, which can hinder gameplay.
- “This game runs great!”
- “The performance is incredibly stable, with no crashes or glitches.”
- “I've experienced consistent frame rates throughout my gameplay.”
- “Some parts are still buggy - for example, the screen seems to stay dark longer than it should when it alerts you that a strike is available, making it harder to locate matches.”
optimization
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is rated as average, with users noting that the user interface needs to be better tailored for mobile devices to enhance the overall experience.
- “The game UI is perfectly optimized for mobile devices, enhancing the overall user experience.”
- “Optimization is key; it ensures smooth gameplay and responsive controls.”
- “The attention to optimization really shines through, making the game accessible and enjoyable on various platforms.”
- “The game UI needs to be optimized for mobile devices to enhance the overall experience.”
- “Optimization is lacking, leading to frustrating gameplay and performance issues.”
- “The game's performance suffers due to poor optimization, making it difficult to enjoy.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally rated as average, with a score of 6, indicating that while it has some engaging elements, it may lack the depth or immersion that players seek for a more captivating experience.