FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS

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Fairy Tail: Dungeons is a deck-building rogue-lite game based on the popular Fairy Tail series. Build your own unique deck of Magic Cards, featuring moves from the series, to defeat powerful monsters in dungeon depths. With a variety of characters to choose from, each with their own abilities, prepare for a challenging and engaging adventure.

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 484 reviews

gameplay52 positive mentions

grinding14 negative mentions

The game features engaging and dynamic combat mechanics that allow for strategic gameplay and satisfying combos.
The pixel art and animations are visually stunning, capturing the essence of the Fairy Tail characters and their abilities.
The game offers a good amount of replayability with different characters and builds, making it enjoyable for fans of deck-building roguelikes.

The card mechanics are somewhat shallow, with limited options for meaningful deck interaction and reliance on RNG for card selection.
The story is short and lacks depth, with minimal character development and interactions, which may disappoint fans looking for a narrative experience.
There are balancing issues among characters, with some feeling underpowered compared to others, leading to frustration in gameplay.

gameplay
124 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
56%
2%
The gameplay of this roguelike deckbuilder is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics and some limitations; while it offers a smooth and addictive experience with varied character abilities and a refreshing spin on card interactions, many players find the deckbuilding and combat mechanics to be somewhat shallow and lacking in depth. The game is praised for its beautiful pixel art and animations, as well as its easy-to-learn yet challenging gameplay loop, but some reviewers express a desire for more strategic options and less randomness in deck management. Overall, it provides a fun and visually appealing experience, particularly for fans of the genre, though it may not fully satisfy those seeking deeper mechanics.
- “The gameplay is really nice and smooth to understand.”
- “Great game with a simple premise and an endless challenging gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay feels fresh and exciting, and it keeps you engaged with each battle.”
- “For starters, the card mechanics are fairly shallow.”
- “It helps to be mindful about cards that are left in your deck, but there are no mechanics that enable meaningful deck interaction, like card draw or selection. You have to hope to draw the right piece for the most part (you can't even keep a card to play it next turn).”
- “The only real deckbuilding mechanic here is the deck bloat - by taking too many cards, you decrease the chance to draw the right pair, but again, all available play around that is rather primitive.”
story
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
78%
3%
The game's story is generally considered short and simplistic, with many players noting that it can be completed in about 4-10 hours. While it captures the essence of the Fairy Tail universe and features enjoyable character interactions, it lacks depth and character development, making it accessible even for those unfamiliar with the franchise. Overall, the narrative serves its purpose but leaves players wanting more substantial content.
- “The story is very fairy tale; they completely nailed the dialogue between everyone. You could practically hear them talking to each other!”
- “The graphics are well done, the story is short and fits quite well thematically with the series, and it's enjoyable to play.”
- “The story is interesting, interactions for some characters are unique; it's not too deep, but it definitely adds a flavor to the gameplay.”
- “I didn't know anything about the Fairy Tail universe, and I still don't after completing the game, because there is no storytelling or character development here.”
- “The story is pretty thin, so you don't really need to know anything about Fairy Tail to get something out of the game.”
- “Overall: decent game, short story that could've been better; detail and love for the franchise and characters is great, but the story lacks substance.”
replayability
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
54%
8%
Overall, the game exhibits a mixed reception regarding replayability. While many players appreciate the variety of modes, character builds, and the roguelike elements that encourage multiple playthroughs, some express concerns about its short length and uneven pacing, which may limit long-term engagement. Suggestions for additional content, such as new characters and levels, are common, indicating a desire for enhanced replay value.
- “Tons of replayability and a good paced advancement system!”
- “Don't want to spoil too much, but there are several modes you unlock with plenty of replayability even after completing all the Steam achievements.”
- “The replayability is also great since you can fix and match all different cards.”
- “It is the lack of replayability that warrants the negative review.”
- “The pacing can sometimes feel uneven, which may limit the game’s long-term replayability.”
- “-zero replayability”
music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
40%
7%
The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic and fitting style, complementing the dynamic battles and pixel art visuals. However, many players express disappointment over the repetitive nature of the soundtrack, with only a few tracks playing on loop, and some feel it lacks the distinct "fairy tale" essence they expected. While the music is enjoyable and captures the anime's spirit, the limited variety detracts from the overall experience for some players.
- “The visuals are great with the use of pixel art with some nice effects, plus all of it accompanying with music that, although it's not directly taken from the show, still fits perfectly with the game.”
- “Good gameplay, nice pixel art, fitting music.”
- “The music is good too; it does a good job of feeling like the anime.”
- “There was only one soundtrack that plays in the background of the story as well as battle phases.”
- “The game's only downsides are repetitive music (which I personally don't mind), some questionable balance choices and a few bugs here and there.”
- “-same music over and over and over (you will get sick of it)”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics of the game have received high praise for their beautiful pixel art style and animations, which effectively highlight the game's elemental effects and character abilities. Reviewers appreciate the charming visuals that complement the gameplay and story, noting that the graphics are a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Many consider it a prime example of how indie games can deliver impressive visuals without needing AAA-level graphics.
- “Every attack and ability is accentuated by these fantastic visuals, which is definitely one of the game’s standout features.”
- “I love the many references, the simple gameplay, and the beautiful pixel graphics.”
- “The visuals are great with the use of pixel art with some nice effects, plus all of it accompanied by music that, although it's not directly taken from the show, fits perfectly with the game.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is frequently criticized for requiring players to repeatedly tackle the starting dungeon and labyrinth to obtain desirable card combinations and abilities, which can feel tedious and overly random. While some players find the grind manageable and enjoyable due to the game's fun mechanics and replayability, others feel it detracts from strategic deckbuilding. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant but not entirely detrimental part of the experience.
- “I don't see myself grinding the starting dungeon 10 times, hoping that a right combination of cards would pop up.”
- “It's very grindy to unlock anything and everything, including abilities.”
- “It's extra, extra grindy: the expectation is you keep running the labyrinth (first half of the game) for each character multiple times until you can RNG a good skill compendium, which you can then use for the second half of the game.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of this anime deckbuilder RPG is praised for its integrity, as it avoids the typical cash grab approach often seen in the genre. Instead, the developers demonstrate a commitment to quality and ongoing support, enhancing the game's value and player experience. Overall, the game is recognized for its passion and attention to detail, making it a standout title in a market often filled with superficial offerings.
- “It is rather unexpected that one of the best anime video games (which are usually just soulless cash grabs) to come out would be a deckbuilder RPG, but here we are.”
- “There's plenty of stuff to like, and I'm honest: I never thought this game would be so good since I thought it would be a short cash grab - but it's definitely not!”
- “It could have been a simple cash grab, but the attention to detail makes this game an easy recommend, especially with other developers forgetting what makes games fun anymore.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game lacks meaningful character development and storytelling, leaving players unfamiliar with the Fairy Tail universe even after completion. While the character designs and visual effects are impressive, interactions between characters are minimal and fail to enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “I didn't know anything about the Fairy Tail universe, and I still don't after completing the game, because there is no storytelling or character development here.”
- “The interactions between characters as well as character development were non-existent.”
- “The character designs, animations, and visual effects are stunning and feel like they leap off the screen.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where users report smooth performance and reliability during gameplay.
- “The game runs great on the Steam Deck!”
- “Playing on the Steam Deck, it runs flawlessly!”
- “Fantastic game performance on the Steam Deck!”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong sense of nostalgia while engaging with the game, as it revisits beloved characters from the "Fairy Tail" manga, evoking fond memories and emotional connections to their early experiences with the series.
- “Fairy Tail is one of the first mangas that I read, and playing this game and seeing these characters again made me feel pretty nostalgic.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The optimization of the game is generally praised, with users reporting good performance throughout their experience.
- “The optimization in this game leads to excellent performance.”
- “The game runs smoothly thanks to its impressive optimization.”
- “I appreciate the good performance achieved through effective optimization.”