Endless Dungeon

Endless Dungeon manages to create the perfect mix of tower defense, roguelikes, and twin-stick shooter to create a deep, yet accessible adventure for the ages. One of the best co-op games of 2023.

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"ENDLESS™ Dungeon is a roguelite tower defense game set in the award-winning ENDLESS™ Universe. Play solo or with friends, recruit heroes, and upgrade your gear as you navigate through an infested space station. The 'Last Wish' Edition includes exclusive skins, artbook, and soundtrack. Participate in the GAMES2GETHER community for in-game rewards and the chance to influence game content."

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,903 reviews

gameplay162 positive mentions

stability47 negative mentions

The game features great visuals and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is fun and engaging, especially in co-op mode, allowing for strategic planning and teamwork.
The character designs are unique and add personality to the game, making it enjoyable to explore their abilities.

The game lacks depth and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay and a feeling of sameness across runs.
Co-op progression issues prevent players from unlocking characters and upgrades unless they are the host, which can be frustrating.
Many players feel that the game is a step back from its predecessor, Dungeon of the Endless, with less strategic gameplay and fewer meaningful choices.

gameplay
547 mentions
30 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Endless Dungeon" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant departure from its predecessor, "Dungeon of the Endless." While some appreciate the new action-focused mechanics and twin-stick shooter elements, others criticize the gameplay as shallow, repetitive, and lacking the strategic depth that made the original game engaging. Overall, the game offers a fun co-op experience with vibrant graphics, but many feel it falls short in terms of depth and replayability compared to its predecessor.
- “The gameplay loop is enjoyable, and the characters are interesting enough to switch it up every now and then.”
- “Endless Dungeon is a fun, well-presented, and colorful roguelike game with similar mechanics to the previous game, Dungeon of the Endless. It features a variety of different turrets to play with to defend your crystal bot and cards that have powerful effects on how you play the game.”
- “The exploration gameplay loop of opening doors and leaving others closed to create long detours for the enemies, and then placing your turrets at intersections to conserve resources is really satisfying and something I haven't experienced anywhere else.”
- “Gameplay and tactics are a major step down from Dungeon of the Endless.”
- “The gameplay loop becomes very boring after the first and second game and the unlocks are both borderline useless and give little to broaden possible strategies.”
- “The original game's strategic and tactical depth was completely thrown out of the window and replaced with run and gun mechanics with the occasional setup of modules.”
story
215 mentions
14 % positive mentions
78 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally perceived as mediocre, with some players finding it interesting but lacking depth compared to its predecessor. While character quests and lore elements provide some engagement, many reviews highlight bugs and issues with quest progression that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative serves as a basic framework for gameplay rather than a compelling driving force, leaving players wanting more in terms of storytelling and character development.
- “The story is surprisingly really interesting as well, which was a pleasant surprise!”
- “The story is told in a great way, piece by piece, finding collectibles and achieving missions with the different characters. It is enjoyable and serves as a great excuse for the gameplay loop and the different areas that serve as stages.”
- “What makes up for this in my opinion is the narrative; every character and location has a personal and intertwined story leading us to want to learn more about the station and the endless universe in general.”
- “The story offers an excuse for the game to exist and is largely detached from the core gameplay.”
- “Dungeon of the Endless had some narrative depth to it, whereas this game's story/narrative/etc. is shallow and unamusing.”
- “The storytelling isn't on the level of Hades, but the world is worth your time!”
graphics
205 mentions
48 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant art style and improved visuals compared to its predecessor, while others criticize the reliance on generic, cartoonish aesthetics reminiscent of popular titles like Fortnite. Some players appreciate the smooth animations and overall presentation, but numerous reports of graphical glitches and a perceived loss of depth in character design and gameplay mechanics have dampened the experience for others. Overall, while the graphics are often described as beautiful and engaging, they are also seen as a trade-off for the strategic elements that defined the original game.
- “The art style is stunning, and the soundtrack?”
- “The graphics are quite good, they feel 'next gen' without requiring terribly demanding hardware and most of it is all style rather than sheer realism.”
- “Great game, challenging difficulty, stunning visuals, and a gameplay loop that will keep you coming back.”
- “Game has too many graphical glitches.”
- “They took Dungeon of the Endless, replaced the pixel art with generic graphics that have no personality and dumbed the game down so there's barely any strategy involved.”
- “This 'sequel' traded all strategic and gameplay depth for graphical depth, leaving in its wake nothing but a barren and sterilized wasteland of a subpar roguelike game.”
music
190 mentions
57 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its quality, atmosphere, and ability to enhance the overall experience. While some noted that it may not be as iconic or memorable as the original game's soundtrack, the remastered tracks and new compositions are still considered fantastic and fitting for the game's themes. Overall, the soundtrack is highlighted as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's immersive environment and enjoyment.
- “The in-game music is fantastic and really adds to the slightly creepy feel of the station.”
- “The music, visual style, and atmosphere are great.”
- “The soundtrack is amazing, especially if you played Dungeon of the Endless.”
- “The music, on the other hand, isn't as iconic as the original; they tried to make it more akin to background music, so obviously it doesn't hit as hard.”
- “Without the banger music, it feels like a drag and boring to play.”
- “The audio mixing is quite strange in this game, where it seems to feel like the music begins to overpower sound effects.”
replayability
70 mentions
19 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the variety of characters and co-op experiences, while others criticize its lack of depth, limited enemy and weapon variety, and repetitive gameplay. Many feel it falls short compared to its predecessor, "Dungeon of the Endless," which offered more engaging mechanics and endless replayability. Overall, while there are elements that provide some replay value, significant improvements are needed to enhance long-term engagement.
- “The bosses are a nice addition as well, though a few more in the rotation would add much to the randomness and replayability.”
- “Awesome co-op game with friends, plenty of characters and weapons with lots of replayability & challenging yet very enjoyable gameplay.”
- “There's also a lot more replayability compared to the original; while there are only 4 regions per run (each region has the equivalent of 2 floors), there are 9 total regions with different monster types and bosses, so you will discover new things between runs.”
- “After a few runs, the game loses its replay value.”
- “Unfortunately, the biggest issue is that it doesn't have much replayability, which is what the original did so well.”
- “Replayability on single player is low unless you're achievement hunting; the game gets same-y pretty quickly.”
stability
55 mentions
15 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
85 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a plethora of bugs and glitches, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users noted a relatively bug-free single-player experience, many others experienced significant issues, including softlocks, graphical glitches, and quest-related bugs that hindered gameplay. Overall, the game appears to be in a rough state, reminiscent of early access titles, with many players expressing hope for future patches to address these stability concerns.
- “Looks, sounds, and runs great.”
- “My single player experience has been fairly bug free and the core gameplay is fun but it needs a bit more variety.”
- “Amazing game, runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “There are still bugs and glitches that have been there since release day.”
- “The game is certainly not perfect as there are some bugs (had 2 occasions where I was unable to enter a room like an invisible wall was there, crash/freezes) as well as some annoying design choices.”
- “Too many softlock glitches (boss doesn't die with 0 hp, can't reach door unlocker because map glitched, suddenly gun doesn't work forever etc) and sometimes game crashes.”
grinding
37 mentions
5 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
84 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is largely viewed as tedious and unfulfilling, with many players expressing frustration over the repetitive nature of tasks and lack of meaningful rewards. While some find enjoyment in grinding with friends, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a chore, exacerbated by bugs and uninteresting character mechanics. Players suggest that the game could benefit from more engaging content and a more rewarding progression system to alleviate the grind.
- “There's no large skill tree that needs to be mastered, combined with the 0.0001% loot chance weaponry needed to progress, no grinding for resources, no 'how to keep 'em hooked'.”
- “Reduce the effectiveness of hero auto-attacks so that a hero's time is better spent running around repairing turrets (for those who haven't played, you just run up to a turret and melee it to repair it - one melee restores almost all of its health, the repair process isn't tedious at all).”
- “The rogue-lite elements are all currency based which in theory smooths progression, but in practice is dull and grindy.”
- “But sadly the leveling up and the guns, almost everything to do with grinding to get 'stronger' and progress in it just is so lackluster and unimaginably not fun or feeling like 'wow I got this upgrade'.”
- “It feels grindy and lacks the satisfaction of earning meaningful rewards.”
atmosphere
30 mentions
63 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its graphics, sound design, and music as stellar and immersive. However, some players feel that it lacks the dark, mysterious tone of its predecessor, opting instead for a more comical and lighthearted vibe that detracts from the overall experience. While the visuals and audio contribute positively to the atmosphere, the gameplay mechanics and pacing are often criticized for undermining the game's potential to create a truly engaging environment.
- “The atmosphere is great, the saloon theme I like, all the music in the game is really fantastic (I've listened to tracks casually on Spotify, which says a lot in my opinion).”
- “The graphics and the dark atmosphere and the lights are super cool.”
- “The atmosphere, the visuals, sound, music, etc. has been improved upon.”
- “The atmosphere is a little lacking; the original was very mysterious and dark, and music was the biggest emphasis of each stage.”
- “The oppressive atmosphere of the original has been replaced with a comical space-western theme.”
- “The strength of this game's predecessor is nearly non-existent in favor of an almost friendly comical atmosphere.”
character development
27 mentions
44 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the unique and visually appealing character designs, as well as the engaging atmosphere and soundtrack. However, criticisms focus on the lack of depth in character abilities and progression, leading to a feeling of limited variety and satisfaction in gameplay. Overall, while the aesthetic elements are strong, the gameplay mechanics and character development aspects seem to fall short of expectations.
- “What I think shines in this game is the character design and milestone system they use for unlocking and gaining more parts to their story.”
- “Balancing resources, making decisions on turrets, generators, research, healing, and character development all feels as seamless as ever.”
- “Character dialogue is good, character design is good, level design is good.”
- “Unfortunately this game was half-baked at launch with poor progression, limited character variety, and not a rewarding or fun gameplay loop for a roguelite.”
- “It also had absolutely none of the tension or character development of the first.”
- “I'd have expected way more focus on the character development aspect here, to be honest.”
optimization
26 mentions
38 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
Overall, player experiences with optimization in the game are mixed. While many users report smooth performance and minimal issues, some players, particularly those with high-end hardware, experience significant stuttering and frame drops. The game appears to have improved since its beta phase, with several reviewers praising its optimization, though concerns about co-op performance and the impact of DRM like Denuvo remain.
- “The game's performance has been remarkably smooth for me, denuvo or not.”
- “Endless dungeon with its engaging gameplay, modern visuals, and optimized performance kept me enjoying the fast-paced multi-tasking this game requires.”
- “After playing the beta, I'm pleased to find that it's well-optimized and runs really smoothly.”
- “Quite a bit of stuttering on my end as well.”
- “Performance is awful on 3080ti/ryzen 7 5800x, lowest settings 1080p, still dropping frames in every wave and freezing with every zone change.”
- “Though the game ain't all smoothly yet, as my friend and I have been having some serious performance issues, where my friend gets a lot of stutters and low frames, while my PC crashed after I closed the game.”
humor
25 mentions
92 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The humor in "Endless Dungeon" is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the colorful, quirky characters and witty dialogue, while others find the humor shallow and overly reliant on slapstick and fourth-wall-breaking gags. Many feel that the comedic elements detract from the game's lore and atmosphere, which previously had a more organic and bittersweet tone. Overall, while there are moments of genuine humor, the execution often feels forced and less fitting within the established universe.
- “Tons of characters, all with unique backstories and interactions with the other characters and funny quips.”
- “Fantastic game to play with friends, it's fun and just the right level of challenging while bringing interesting characters with a great sense of humor.”
- “Whether it's the cut scenes from the different areas you master or the personalities and chatter of the station's inhabitants, I'm left both laughing and with a strange eerie feeling.”
- “Unless it's a map out of here, I don't care. I get that it's supposed to be funny, but hearing it every time you encounter lore is like the game telling you not to bother reading it.”
- “Too shallow to be an interesting tower defense game, too bland for a frenetic twin-stick shooter, too smarmy for endearing sci-fi characters, and not funny enough to justify the many, many attempts at comedy. Nothing about Endless Dungeon actually works.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the game's grind and lack of meaningful progression, leading to a sense of emotional detachment. The impactful hero mods are overshadowed by the tediousness of gun upgrades, resulting in a feeling of aimlessness and disappointment in the end-game experience.