Evertried

Evertried is a 2D isometric roguelike strategy game that challenges your brain every step of the way. It can definitely get frustrating, but you get a great sense of accomplishment when you make progress and reach a new floor.

71%Game Brain Score

gameplay, music

graphics, grinding

76% User Score Based on 45 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 8 reviews

Platforms

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About

"Evertried" is a single-player fantasy turn-based strategy game where every move matters. The player's actions dictate enemy movement, allowing for fast or methodical gameplay. Increase your Focus Level by hitting enemies in succession to unlock special powers and outsmart enemies using dashes and skills. With only an hour required to beat, players can test their strategic might and follow their path to ascension.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is easy to pick up, rewarding strategic thinking and quick decision-making, making it engaging for players.
The roguelite elements and skill progression provide a sense of accomplishment and encourage experimentation with different strategies.

The controls can feel clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustration during gameplay, especially with the lack of proper controller support.
Boss fights are often tedious and repetitive, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The game lacks sufficient variety in enemies and levels, which can lead to a feeling of monotony after a few runs.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
58%
13%
The gameplay is described as simple and easy to learn, with a blend of mechanics that can be both rewarding and satisfying to master. However, some players find the enemy movement mechanics random and unclear, leading to a conflict between gameplay and mechanics. While the game features a beautiful presentation and enjoyable core gameplay, it lacks polish and can feel slow-paced at times, particularly in tactical scenarios.
- “This is a super simple game that is mechanically easy to learn and fun to play.”
- “The gameplay is tricky, but satisfying to master.”
- “Fantastic presentation and really fun core gameplay!”
- “The mechanics of enemy movement are random and unclear.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay doesn't better substantiate these quality songs.”
- “Plus, waiting for the enemies slows down the sort of gameplay tempo you'd expect for a game wanting you to go fast.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ethereal and mystical qualities, enhancing the overall experience with memorable compositions. While the soundtrack is generally considered excellent, some players feel it can become repetitive over time and may not always align perfectly with the game's visuals. Overall, the music is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere.
- “You're supposed to be in an ethereal plane, fighting for the fate of your soul, and the songs have a mystical nature to them.”
- “Evertried is a wonderfully crafted and beautiful game; from its design to animation, soundtrack and the refreshing gameplay.”
- “The sprite work and music are top notch too.”
- “I just honestly feel like after a couple of runs, the music started to feel a little too same throughout.”
- “Yet, the soundtracks and the graphics feel like they clash just a teensy bit.”
- “The soundtracks that play are not ugly, by any means.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and exceptional design, with some users noting a gorgeous aesthetic that varies across different worlds. However, there are criticisms regarding a lack of contrast, leading to objects blending into the environment, which can affect gameplay. Overall, while the visuals are striking, some elements could benefit from improved clarity and cohesion with the audio.
- “Exceptional graphics.”
- “There is little that needs to be said about the graphical design, because it is blatantly gorgeous.”
- “Visuals are beautiful as seen in the screenshots, but unfortunately some objects blend into the environment which has resulted in me getting hit multiple times.”
- “It needs more contrast in the visuals.”
- “Yet, the soundtracks and the graphics feel like they clash just a teensy bit.”
- “Although the aesthetic will vary world to world, you'll always be positioned on a grid with items and enemies scattered around the arena.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The story is described as interesting and captivating, centering on a dead warrior's quest to reach the afterlife while grappling with memory loss. However, some players feel that certain story beats are pointless and disrupt gameplay, and they wish for more frequent interactions and dialogue with side characters.
- “The story follows you, a dead warrior who doesn't remember anything of their life, attempting to climb the tower to reach the afterlife.”
- “I found the story to be very interesting, but I wish visiting side characters in this game were more frequent and had more dialogue.”
- “An interesting, captivating story.”
- “There are pointless and awful story beats that sometimes interrupt the game.”
- “The story follows you, a dead warrior who doesn't remember anything about their life, attempting to climb the tower to reach the afterlife.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find grinding to be a double-edged sword; while it is perceived as easy and necessary for progression, it can also become tedious and monotonous over time.
- “My only real qualm is that grinding feels both super easy and super essential.”
- “But the next two I've found are also tedious.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, particularly during the tutorial phase, where selecting control preferences leads to screen glitches and overlapping text boxes. This suggests that the game may have unresolved bugs affecting its overall performance.
- “Everything is fine for the first few bits of dialogue in the tutorial, but as soon as I pick whether I want normal or inverted controls, the screen glitches and I get a bunch of text boxes overlapping each other.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is praised for its subtlety and effectiveness, enhancing the overall experience without being distracting. Each environment features a distinct musical track that complements its mood, contributing to a well-crafted immersive experience.
- “It's not overbearing or distracting, and suits the mood and atmosphere well, with each environment having a unique track.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich setting, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion or tension.”
- “The environments are visually appealing, but the overall atmosphere is lifeless and doesn't engage the player.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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300%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making every frame count and enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The game's optimization is impressive; it runs seamlessly and efficiently, providing a fluid experience without any noticeable lag.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
- “The optimization is so bad that loading times are excessively long, making it hard to stay engaged.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Reviewers highlight that the character designs play a significant role in character development, showcasing unique traits and backgrounds that enhance the storytelling. The visual aesthetics contribute to a deeper understanding of each character's personality and motivations, making them more relatable and engaging. Overall, the thoughtful design choices enrich the player's connection to the characters throughout the game.
- “The character designs are incredibly detailed and unique, making each character feel distinct and memorable.”
- “I love how the character development allows for deep emotional connections, making the story feel more immersive.”
- “The progression of each character's story arc is well-crafted, providing a satisfying sense of growth and transformation.”
- “The character designs are uninspired and lack depth.”
- “I found the character development to be shallow and predictable.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game.”