Enoch: Underground
- March 22, 2018
- Unwhale Studio
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamEnoch – Underground is a roguelike action-RPG title set in an ancient city destroyed long time ago. The player takes control of the awakened – one of the few survivors left in the city. Lost and forgotten, he finds himself in catacombs. Without goal and without memories he starts his way through the ruins striving to find his place in this hostile world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a cool concept and engaging story, appealing to fans of action-RPGs.
- Unique fighting styles and a manageable inventory system enhance the gameplay experience.
- The graphics are decent, and the game offers a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic ARPGs.
- The game lacks essential features like a leveling system, mini-map, and manual save options, making it feel incomplete.
- Combat mechanics can be repetitive and tedious, with enemies respawning and no loot drops from defeated foes.
- The difficulty is unbalanced, often leading to frustrating gameplay where players must restart levels after dying.
- story7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story in the game is described as somewhat fragmented, with lore primarily found in scattered notes, though the intro cutscene is noted as a highlight. While some players found the narrative engaging and appreciated the character development, others struggled to connect with the story due to challenging gameplay mechanics. Overall, the story is considered unique but overshadowed by the game's difficulty and graphics.
“But this game has a great deal placed on storyline and graphics, while the story is truly one of a kind; the graphics are like most games today, overpowering and GPU intensive.”
“Enoch is a good action RPG with an engaging story, satisfying character development and individualization possibilities, and the music and immersion will most likely last you at least a few days, so I can recommend it for anyone liking action RPGs.”
“We couldn't get into the story enough to see if there was one, and the combat system is tough.”
“There’s some lore and story in the game available in scattered notes you find throughout the levels.”
“I can't progress past a certain point: a room with 3 enemy humans in it, since they are too quick and you run out of stamina/health before you can kill more than one. It's not a glitch or anything; it's just that the game is too difficult. I love ARPGs and consider myself a pro at them, with probably 1000+ hours between Grim Dawn, Path of Exile, and Titan Quest in total.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as decent and visually appealing, though they can be GPU-intensive, leading to performance issues for some players. While the visuals are considered good, they are not groundbreaking and are likened to those of many contemporary games. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, but optimization concerns have been noted.
“But this game has a great deal placed on storyline and graphics, while the story is truly one of a kind, the graphics are like most games today, overpowering and GPU intensive.”
“The game will give you replay value, great graphics (at a cost of your GPU) and surely the character advancements will help in this dark adventure.”
“Graphics are actually pretty nice and the level design is decent as well.”
“Had to dramatically reduce graphics to be able to not slideshow on stream.”
“The graphics are okay but nothing special.”
“That leads to questions in optimizing graphics and why it would cause issues.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its lack of depth and engaging mechanics, with players noting the absence of a mini-map and leveling system as significant drawbacks. While some appreciate the game's concept and find it distinct from similar titles, many feel that the repetitive combat and overall execution leave it feeling uninspired and lacking in excitement.
“Cool concept and realistic gameplay!”
“I think the game has nice gameplay and I didn't feel it was a Diablo clone.”
“Overall, the game has a good idea, but it lacks in quite a few areas. The absence of a mini-map is one of my major issues. The lack of a leveling system just does not feel right, and the mechanics are a bit boring. You just wait for enemies to make three attacks, then you hit them and back off until they're dead. The same goes for the other enemies; you hit them, back off, hit them again, and so on. Even if there is no mini-map, at least they could provide a manual save. The graphics are okay but nothing special. Overall, the game feels soulless, and I can't get over the missing mini-map.”
“It feels like some mechanics are missing, which would actually make it a good game.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replay value, though some players appreciate the character advancements and high-quality graphics, which may enhance the experience for a second playthrough. However, the overall consensus suggests that replayability is not a strong point.
“The game will give you replay value, great graphics (at a cost of your GPU), and surely the character advancements will help in this dark adventure.”
“Not much replay value.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have reported that while medium settings improved performance, lighting effects still caused noticeable stuttering, indicating that optimization remains an issue in the game.
“It was also noticed that even on medium settings (where slideshows stopped), the lighting caused stuttering in the game.”
“The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on lower settings.”
“Optimization seems to be an afterthought, as performance issues persist across various hardware configurations.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as defeating numerous enemies requires significant time investment, making level progression feel laborious.
“There are a lot of enemies in the game, and killing them takes a bit of time, making the process of clearing a level utterly tedious.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless, with repetitive tasks that drain the fun out of the experience.”
“Leveling up requires an excessive amount of time spent grinding, which can be frustrating and unfulfilling.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Enoch features satisfying character development and customization options, enhancing the engaging story and overall immersion of the game. Players appreciate the depth of character progression, making it a strong recommendation for action RPG enthusiasts.
“Enoch is a good action RPG with an engaging story, satisfying character development, and individualization possibilities. The music and immersion will most likely last you at least a few days, so I can recommend it for anyone who enjoys action RPGs.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in Enoch is praised for enhancing the game's immersive experience, contributing to its engaging story and character development. Players find it memorable, suggesting it will resonate with them long after gameplay, making it a strong recommendation for fans of action RPGs.
“Enoch is a good action RPG with an engaging story, satisfying character development, and individualization possibilities. The music and immersion will most likely last you at least a few days, so I can recommend it for anyone who enjoys action RPGs.”
