Enshrouded

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In "Enshrouded" , you survival, craft, and engage in Action RPG combat across a voxel-based continent to uncover the story of a realm lost to pestilence. Starting with nothing, you'll scrape by, fending off beasts and searching for treasure in forests, caves, and dungeons. Your ultimate goal is to gain the strength to venture into the Shroud and fight the corrupted horrors within.

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Audience ScoreBased on 65,996 reviews

story1.9k positive mentions

optimization630 negative mentions

The game offers a rich and immersive atmosphere with stunning visuals and detailed environments, enhancing the overall experience.
Multiplayer gameplay is particularly enjoyable, with humorous moments arising from unexpected glitches and chaotic interactions.
The building mechanics are intuitive and satisfying, encouraging creativity and teamwork in both solo and cooperative play.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, including low frame rates and crashes, which detract from the overall enjoyment.
The storyline is often criticized for being thin and lacking depth, with quests feeling more like filler than engaging narratives.
Character customization options are limited, leading to a feeling of a lack of personal connection and engagement with the character development.

story
8,556 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Enshrouded" is primarily conveyed through environmental storytelling and collectible lore, with quests that often feel like fetch tasks rather than deeply engaging narratives. While the game offers a rich world filled with quests and crafting opportunities, many players find the storyline to be thin and lacking in depth, often overshadowed by the focus on exploration and building mechanics. Additionally, the shared quest progression in multiplayer can lead to frustration, as players may miss out on story elements if they are not present when a quest is completed.
- “The lore is deep and meticulously crafted, with ancient texts, cryptic NPCs, and environmental storytelling filling in the gaps.”
- “The story starts with a bang—or, rather, a fog—as your character awakens in a shrouded world where remnants of a great civilization lie in ruins.”
- “The environmental storytelling is stellar—each ruin or forgotten village tells a silent story of what came before, encouraging players to connect the dots.”
- “The story is extremely lacking.”
- “The quests are just fillers for you to stay playing and grinding.”
- “The main quest starts out relatively fast, allowing the player to complete the first few 'main quests' back to back without ever being roadblocked, and then the story comes to a grinding halt and forces you to start grinding for materials to improve your base by building shelters for NPCs that you find in dungeons and building their workstations that may or may not even be useful to your playstyle.”
gameplay
8,224 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Enshrouded" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its innovative building mechanics and engaging exploration elements. The game combines survival, crafting, and RPG elements, offering a rich experience that encourages creativity and teamwork, particularly in cooperative play. However, some players find the combat mechanics lacking depth and the shroud mechanic—while initially intriguing—can become tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay loop.
- “The gameplay is very reminiscent of the original Fable.”
- “The game's core mechanics revolve around exploration, crafting, and building, creating a rich experience that keeps players hooked.”
- “The building mechanics are intuitive and satisfying.”
- “The gameplay loop is boring, you never really understand what the fuck you're supposed to do as a new player.”
- “The core gameplay loop is valheim, with souls-flavored combat, and botw movement mechanics.”
- “The shroud mechanic is really neat, I love that the eating mechanic isn't necessary for survival, and the enemies and combat seem reasonably varied so far.”
graphics
4,629 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Enshrouded" have received a mixed reception from players. Many praise the stunning visuals, intricate landscapes, and vibrant art style, noting that the game creates an immersive environment reminiscent of titles like "Valheim" and "Breath of the Wild." However, some players report performance issues, including crashes and frame rate drops, particularly on mid-range systems, indicating that while the graphics are visually appealing, optimization remains a significant concern.
- “The graphics are stunning, with detailed landscapes that encourage exploration.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with intricate landscapes, dense forests, and towering mountains that create a truly immersive environment.”
- “Enshrouded is a stunning survival adventure with breathtaking visuals and a rich world to explore.”
- “This game doesn't run on my computer anymore and my computer is pretty alright :( I can run a lot more intense games than this really well on max graphics, but I can't even load the game anymore.”
- “The graphics are a mess.”
- “The graphics, while stylistically coherent, felt unfinished.”
optimization
2,892 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of "Enshrouded" has received significant criticism from players, with many reporting severe performance issues, including low frame rates, stuttering, and crashes, even on high-end systems. While some users have noted improvements with recent patches, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to enhance stability and performance, particularly in multiplayer scenarios. As it is still in early access, players express hope for future updates to address these concerns.
- “The performance has increased significantly with later patches of this game, so I'm giving it another shot.”
- “When I first started it I had a lot of lag issues (even on the lowest setting), but the latest optimization updates have made a world of difference.”
- “The dedication and passion of the developers are evident in every aspect of the game, from its seamless performance to its captivating gameplay mechanics.”
- “Performance is abysmal in this game, the optimization is just not there.”
- “Game looks absolutely terrible on lower settings so I'd rather not play it until if/when they sort out the performance problems.”
- “This game still has the absolute worst performance and optimization issues that the devs vehemently refuse to address.”
grinding
2,830 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of "Enshrouded" has received mixed feedback from players. While some appreciate the balance between crafting, farming, and exploration, noting that it doesn't feel excessively grindy compared to similar games like "Valheim," others find the resource gathering and crafting processes tedious and repetitive. Many players express a desire for quality-of-life improvements to streamline farming and crafting, as well as a more engaging progression system that doesn't rely heavily on grinding for materials. Overall, the game offers a blend of enjoyable mechanics but can become monotonous, especially in late-game content.
- “Great building system, satisfying combat, and exploring truly feels like you are actually exploring and not grinding through to get gear and items.”
- “Not too grindy, and most of the progression forces you to do some actual exploration and engage with the environment.”
- “The world is engaging and diverse, everything is relatively well balanced, the building system is simple enough and not tedious to the point of getting you tired.”
- “It's just all around frustrating, boring and tedious.”
- “Farming for hours to get/find the mats necessary to actually make the gear you need to survive the cold.”
- “The farming is tedious and the lack of water sources seriously hampers this part of the game.”
stability
924 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the stability of the game is mixed, with many players reporting minor bugs and glitches typical of early access titles. While some users have experienced significant issues, such as freezing and quest progression problems, others find the game largely playable and enjoyable, with only occasional visual glitches. The developers are actively addressing these issues, leading to a generally positive outlook on future stability improvements.
- “This game is lots of fun and surprisingly complete and bug free for an early release game.”
- “For early access, this game runs great and I rarely encounter any significant bugs.”
- “Stable and bug free in my experience.”
- “The worst part is that the game seems to keep inputs going while the game stops for seconds at a time so when the game unfreezes you are catapulted forward, whether it be along the ground, up a mountain, off a mountain, into the abyss, whatever.”
- “Really a shame since the game looks great but I cannot recommend a game when it's a broken buggy mess like this.”
- “Incredibly buggy and infuriating physics caused me to lose my loot multiple times, building system is decent, combat is alright.”
music
830 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its haunting melodies and orchestral swells, effectively enhancing the atmosphere during both exploration and combat. Players appreciate the immersive soundtrack, which complements the game's visuals and creates a cinematic experience, while also enjoying the interactive musical elements that allow for collaborative play. However, some users noted that certain tracks can become repetitive, and there are moments where the music feels out of place, particularly during base-building activities. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to its enchanting and engaging world.
- “The music transitions seamlessly between haunting melodies and rousing orchestral swells, perfectly setting the tone for both quiet exploration and high-stakes combat.”
- “Whether you’re roaming through misty woods or gearing up to face a hulking enemy, the soundtrack makes each moment feel cinematic and alive.”
- “The soundtrack is beautifully composed, setting the tone for everything from quiet exploration to heart-pounding battles.”
- “The music is this game sucks worst I ever listened in a game like this.”
- “The music here is boring and not memorable at all.”
- “The only downside I have is the limited ambient music which becomes repetitive after a while.”
atmosphere
626 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "Enshrouded" is widely praised for its immersive and captivating qualities, blending dark, gothic elements with stunning visuals and detailed environments. Players appreciate the atmospheric sound design, which enhances the sense of tension and discovery, making exploration feel meaningful and engaging. Overall, the game creates a rich, haunting world that draws players in, offering a unique experience that stands out in the survival genre.
- “The atmospheric sound design further enhances the experience, making every rustle in the bushes or distant howl feel significant.”
- “The atmosphere is dark and immersive—sometimes I just stop and take in the view.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive, with a mix of high-fantasy and gothic elements that create a unique and captivating experience.”
- “The atmosphere of Enshrouded is severely lacking.”
- “The atmosphere just feels too simple, predictable, and light, and it is so similar to Elden Ring down to the biomes, colors, and level design. I could see it being fun once some modders have done their thing, but for now, it just feels too stale to get into.”
- “Valheim has one thing going for it that this doesn't... atmosphere.”
replayability
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The replayability of "Enshrouded" is a mixed bag, with many players noting that the static, handcrafted world limits its long-term replay value compared to procedurally generated games like "Valheim." While some enjoy the game for its building mechanics and character diversity, others feel that once the main content is completed, there is little incentive to return. The potential for increased replayability exists if the developers introduce features like random map generation or varied quests, but as it stands, the game may not hold players' interest for extended periods.
- “Overall a great survival game with lots of replayability.”
- “This makes the game endlessly replayable and much easier to learn.”
- “Truly beautiful game and it has a lot to offer in terms of visuals, story, and most importantly replayability with the amount of classes you can choose to level up.”
- “The main downside is that the world is not randomly generated, so replayability isn't quite as high.”
- “It's seriously lacking in content and replayability unless you really like building nice looking houses just for the sake of building them.”
- “The game is set in a single hand-crafted world, which heavily hurts the replayability of this game. I'm a huge advocate of procedural generated worlds for PvE focused games; I think having a hand-crafted world is cool and new-player friendly, but once you've played the game long enough and learned everything the world has to offer, you pretty much are left with nothing to do.”
humor
220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny, especially when playing with friends, as they share laughs over unexpected glitches and chaotic moments. While some aspects, like character interactions and environmental destruction, elicit amusement, others can be frustrating, leading to a blend of hilarity and annoyance. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute to an engaging experience, particularly in multiplayer settings, despite some players feeling it lacks depth in humor.
- “This game is absolutely hilarious (getting killed by a lvl 3 wolf is humbling) and so much fun with friends.”
- “I died sooo many times in the first well it was not even funny.”
- “Im laughing because i was in a village type area and i was looting something and all of a sudden an enemy comes up next to me and i didn't realize I was standing next to an explosive pot and next thing I know he blew me and him both up and there's this big ass crater lol.”
- “I really tried to like this game but realized it's just an unfunny bag of nonsense programmed by 12-year-old kids.”
- “Not funny at all... just cut, build, cut, build.”
- “Being unable to zoom out on the skill tree is not funny.”
character development
104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highlighted by a rich and extensive skill tree, offering players significant freedom in how they build and progress their characters. However, many reviewers express dissatisfaction with the limited character design options and aesthetics, which detracts from the overall experience. While the depth of character development is appreciated, there is a consensus that more personalization options would enhance player engagement.
- “It's an early access game, and I haven't even talked about the skill tree in the game yet, which is unbelievably big, so there are plenty of opportunities for character development.”
- “The character development is another highlight, adding depth to the gameplay and creating a connection between the player and the virtual world.”
- “Great story, great mechanics, great graphics, incredible character development flexibility and balance.”
- “Character development is sorely lacking though, doesn't feel like you can make a style or class of your own, but mostly very much on rails.”
- “Character development is decent but I would like to see more options with the initial setup.”
- “I would like to see more options in the character design.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Enshrouded" is mixed; while the game excels in world-building and offers moments of immersion through its visuals and soundtrack, many players feel that character-driven interactions are limited, resulting in a lack of deep emotional connections. Some players appreciate the fleeting emotional moments and the compelling protagonist's journey, but overall, the focus on exploration and discovery often overshadows personal stakes and character development. Despite this, the game has the potential to evoke a range of emotions, from joy to nostalgia, particularly through its engaging environments and storytelling elements.
- “The protagonist's journey is compelling, and the interactions with other characters are meaningful, adding emotional weight to the overall experience.”
- “The world is immersive and truly makes you feel the despair of the people that came before you (if you read the lore bits and quest logs) and some of the places I found and logs I read genuinely made me feel for the characters mentioned!”
- “The sweeping orchestral score perfectly complements the on-screen action, creating an emotional resonance that enhances every moment of gameplay.”
monetization
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of microtransactions and paywalls, which they see as a refreshing change from other major studios. However, there are concerns about the introduction of Twitch drops, which some view as a cash grab that detracts from the core gameplay experience. Overall, while some players commend the developers for focusing on game quality rather than monetization, others feel the game may still be leaning towards exploitative practices.
- “No stupid microtransactions or paywall, just a great survival and adventure game.”
- “Has no microtransactions.”
- “When all the other guys are going for microtransactions and milking the customer with minimal features, these guys actually just focused on making a great game (and did) and you should support them for doing so.”
- “The recent addition of Twitch drops is a blatant cash grab that completely undermines the core experience.”
- “It's just another cash grab game that had potential, but was released in a way that it's been clear to me that the developers have no intent on changing.”
- “Feels like this game is made in 1 week and is just a cash grab, will never be developed further, except maybe the whole map, but everything else will stay and suck!”