Endhall

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Endhall is a single player turn-based strategy game. It was developed by Heartbeast and was released on December 4, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Endhall is a single-player, turn-based roguelike game built with the Godot engine. As an artificial intelligence, navigate through a challenging hallway by utilizing tactical actions and strategic planning to defeat enemies. With its position-based mechanics and ingenious soundtrack, Endhall offers depth and enjoyment for fans of small, tactical games."

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 111 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

replayability5 negative mentions

Endhall offers engaging turn-based gameplay with strategic depth, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
The pixel art and soundtrack are well-crafted, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Despite its short length, the game provides a satisfying challenge and encourages players to optimize their strategies across multiple runs.

The game is very short, typically taking less than two hours to complete, which limits its replayability and overall value.
There is a lack of content, with only a few enemy types and abilities, making the gameplay feel repetitive after a few runs.
The difficulty level is relatively low, which may not satisfy players looking for a more challenging roguelike experience.

gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Endhall is characterized by its engaging turn-based mechanics, offering a blend of strategy and simplicity that appeals to players. While the game features enjoyable graphics and a catchy soundtrack, many reviewers noted its short length and lack of replay value due to minimal unlockables or new mechanics after the initial playthrough. Overall, the gameplay is well-received for its depth and fun, but players express a desire for more content to enhance the experience.
- “Endhall is a tiny turn-based tactical rogue-like with fun skill mechanics, cute pixel art, and a surprisingly great soundtrack.”
- “The gameplay loop is challenging yet rewarding to the point that it makes you feel good when you chain together some moves and attacks that clear the board; the music is soothing, catchy, and reminiscent of FTL, and the art is really cute.”
- “Endhall is a fun ride while it lasts, with fun, modular, turn-based gameplay that requires a good amount of strategy.”
- “My only complaints are that some of the UI elements and game mechanics were a little opaque, and the game is very, very short.”
- “There do not seem to be any unlockable actions, nor any new mechanics added to runs after completing the game.”
- “However, without any added incentives to replay the game, such as the aforementioned unlockables and new mechanics, consecutive runs lose their charm after having beaten the game a handful of times.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread praise for its immersive and relaxing qualities, often described as catchy and reminiscent of retro chiptune styles. Many players appreciate the original compositions that enhance the gameplay experience, although some express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack and additional boss themes. Overall, the music complements the cute pixel art and engaging mechanics, contributing significantly to the game's charm.
- “The pixel art is very appealing, and I really love the music, which has heavy Disasterpeace vibes but still feels very original!”
- “The music in this game is perfectly relaxing; you will almost forget that you must kill robots to survive!”
- “The gameplay loop is challenging yet rewarding, making you feel good when you chain together moves and attacks that clear the board. The music is soothing, catchy, and reminiscent of FTL, and the art is really cute.”
- “Given the length of the average run, it's vital that the music doesn't grate on the player.”
- “However, I was really enjoying its aesthetic, including a pretty decent soundtrack.”
- “I like the game a lot and I want more of it, but at 1-hour length with no achievements, they are really pushing that $5 price to its limits; although for me the soundtrack was worth the price by itself.”
replayability
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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17%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the random level generation and find it enjoyable enough to return for multiple playthroughs, many others criticize it for being too short and lacking in content, leading to low replay value. Despite some fun mechanics and potential for varied experiences, the consensus suggests that the game falls short of expectations for a roguelike, with several reviewers noting that it may not justify repeated plays after the initial completion.
- “It's short, but also very replayable; I keep coming back to it to play through all the levels yet one more time.”
- “Fun game for a few hours; random level generation makes it pretty replayable.”
- “The randomization in level/enemy spawning plus the additional actions to your overall repertoire per level means that the game has a good amount of replay value, despite it being a fairly short game.”
- “Works well from a gameplay perspective, even though the replay value is low once you have completed the game the first time.”
- “After about 1 hour you run out of content and the replay value is pretty low compared to other roguelikes.”
- “It may be pretty fun the first time through but the replayability, low difficulty, and lack of content makes this game a bit of a waste of money.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their charming pixel art style, reminiscent of the retro 16-bit era, which enhances the overall atmosphere and enjoyment. Players appreciate the clean visuals and easy-to-read text, contributing to a nostalgic experience that complements the game's sound design. However, some reviewers express a desire for more variety in the game's aesthetic and content to maintain long-term engagement.
- “The overall atmosphere, graphics, story, and sound design are really well put together, leading me to grow surprisingly attached to what is essentially a very bare-bones protagonist.”
- “The 2D graphics are really nice and enjoyable to see move on screen.”
- “Graphically, Endhall is a throwback to the retro 16-bit era.”
- “It's probably not that hard to change the aesthetic and add a few more worlds to the game (since they already have the mechanics down), so I definitely want to see more content in order to justify $5.”
- “The clean graphics and retro-synth soundtrack convinced me to play through one more time after that first victory, but there's not enough variety in the learned abilities to keep me coming back for many more runs down the hall.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as minimal and straightforward, with many players noting its brevity and lack of significant twists. While some appreciate the emotional connection fostered by the atmosphere and graphics, others feel the narrative is underdeveloped and could benefit from additional content or depth. Overall, the story serves as a simple backdrop to the gameplay rather than a central focus.
- “I loved the little story behind it.”
- “The story is okay; it doesn't stick out too much, but I do enjoy the idea that each death is immediately replaced with another generation.”
- “It has a nice story, short as it is, but it leaves room for future upgrades or added levels.”
- “The plot is exactly what it looks like, so don't expect a big twist at the end.”
- “You don't play this for the story.”
- “While it's fun to replay it over and over, I failed to notice any differences in the story other than counting AI generations.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Endhall is highly praised for its cohesive blend of retro graphics, chiptune-inspired music, and engaging sound design, which together create an immersive experience. Players appreciate the strategic, puzzle-like gameplay that enhances the overall ambiance, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a fun and atmospheric strategy game, despite its brevity.
- “The overall atmosphere, graphics, story, and sound design are really well put together, leading me to grow surprisingly attached to what is essentially a very bare-bones protagonist.”
- “The atmosphere and gameplay are great.”
- “Endhall is a turn-based roguelike puzzle game, with retro graphics and atmospheric chiptune-inspired music.”
- “The overall atmosphere, graphics, limited story, and sound design are really well put together, leading me to grow surprisingly attached to what is essentially a very bare-bones protagonist.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, leaving me feeling disconnected from the world and its characters.”
- “Despite the beautiful visuals, the atmosphere feels empty and lacks the depth needed to immerse players fully.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of Endhall has been criticized for lacking new content and improvements, which may hinder its ability to make a lasting impact on players.
- “The system info and performance report feature is incredibly helpful for understanding how well the game runs on my setup.”
- “The optimizations implemented have significantly improved the game's performance, making for a smoother experience overall.”
- “I appreciate the attention to optimization, as it has made a noticeable difference in loading times and frame rates.”
- “However, without any new content or optimizations, Endhall will struggle to leave a lasting impression on many players.”