FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS

95%
Game Brain Score Based on 162 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • replayability
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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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  • Windows
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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 162 reviews
gameplay positive mentions
grinding negative mentions
  • Engaging gameplay with a solid deck-building mechanic that offers depth and strategy.
  • Captures the essence of the Fairy Tail characters and provides nostalgic references for fans.
  • Good replayability with multiple characters and difficulty levels, making each run feel fresh.
  • The game can feel unbalanced, particularly with certain characters like Lucy and Erza being underpowered.
  • Endgame content is lacking, with some players finding the endless mode frustrating and unrewarding.
  • RNG elements can lead to frustrating experiences, as players may struggle to build effective decks due to random card availability.
  • gameplay29 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its engaging deck-building mechanics, offering depth and strategic variety, with unique character abilities that enhance replayability. While some players appreciate the game's fun and accessible nature, others find it can be overly random and grindy, potentially limiting serious strategic play. Overall, the combination of interesting story elements, character interactions, and a roguelike structure contributes to a satisfying experience, though some players desire more challenge and expansion options.

    • “The deck-building mechanic is good, offering a lot of depth and strategy that keeps things engaging.”
    • “A super fun roguelike deckbuilder, each run is pretty short (solo runs go for around 20 minutes and trio runs go around 50 minutes) and yet, it delivers on satisfaction for both the gameplay and the character references. I am loving having the opportunity to try and create multiple builds for all the characters and would honestly buy a DLC or a continuation with pleasure.”
    • “Really fun roguelike deckbuilder with a good variety and selection of characters from the Fairy Tail main cast, in which all of them have quite different gameplay styles and strategies to build towards as you advance through the dungeon.”
    • “Games are pretty fun, but I wish they hadn't pigeonholed the labyrinth mechanic so that there could be expansions down the line.”
    • “I would have preferred having more of a challenge for the first 3 hours of gameplay.”
    • “The mechanics are limited.”
  • story28 mentions

    The game's story is generally considered short but enjoyable, fitting well within the context of the gameplay and the Fairy Tail universe. While it lacks depth, it features unique character interactions and is accessible even to those unfamiliar with the franchise. Overall, players appreciate the thematic elements and pixel art, though many express a desire for more substantial story content and character inclusion.

    • “The story is interesting, interactions for some characters are unique; it's not too deep, but it definitely adds flavor to the gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are well done, the story is short and fits quite well thematically with the series, and it's enjoyable to play.”
    • “Even if you're not into the series but into deckbuilders, you'll easily grasp the basic story and love the battles as well as the progression.”
    • “There isn’t much of a story, but the pixel art animations are really well done.”
    • “Overall: decent game, short story that could've been better; detail and love for the franchise and characters is great.”
    • “Fun little game... not amazing either, but still recommended, but barely; only the cheap price keeps it in the recommendeds as well as me liking the characters, not that there is much story, interactions, or anything at all of any substance going on.”
  • replayability15 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability through various character combinations, card deck customization, and different builds, encouraging players to experiment with strategies and aim for achievements. While some players find the gameplay repetitive, many appreciate the challenge and fun of replaying dungeons, especially on higher difficulties. Overall, the game's roguelike elements and potential for future content enhance its replay value.

    • “The replayability is also great since you can mix and match all different cards.”
    • “There was a lot of replay value, and I experimented further with different builds, amulets, and party compositions for the later labyrinths.”
    • “Even if you aren't a Fairy Tail fan, the gameplay is great fun, and there's definitely replayable value in its roguelike nature.”
    • “There is some replay value if you want to aim for the achievements.”
    • “The game length is short, yet the replay value is long.”
    • “-zero replayability”
  • music13 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its chill and bouncy style that aligns with the anime's essence, others feel it lacks the fairy tale theme and becomes repetitive over time. Custom music options were suggested by users to enhance the experience, but overall, the soundtrack is considered decent and fitting for the game's atmosphere.

    • “The visuals are great with the use of pixel art and some nice effects, plus all of it is accompanied by music that, although it's not directly taken from the show, is still in the same style and vein that fits perfectly with the game (think of uilleann bagpipes).”
    • “It's more chill than the anime OST but still pretty bouncy.”
    • “The music is good too; it does a great job of feeling like the anime.”
    • “Would be nice if they let us use custom music.”
    • “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.”
    • “Other than the music, which I think is not very 'Fairy Tail', the game is really fun.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received high praise for their charming pixel art style, which effectively captures the essence of the anime while incorporating appealing visual effects. Reviewers appreciate the game's artistic direction, noting that it enhances the overall experience and complements the music, making it a visually enjoyable roguelite that respects the source material. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The visuals are great with the use of pixel art and some nice effects, plus all of it accompanied by music that, although not directly taken from the show, fits perfectly with the game's style.”
    • “Really enjoyable roguelite with beautiful visuals and loads of things to collect.”
    • “I really only have praise for a release like this, with a reasonable price, faithful pixel art style, and a fair difficulty and amount of content.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is noted to be somewhat excessive, requiring players to repeatedly navigate the labyrinth to optimize their character loadouts and unlock essential rewards. While this can be tedious, many players find the overall gameplay enjoyable enough to tolerate the grind, as it offers significant replayability through various modes. However, the randomness involved can detract from strategic deckbuilding, making it feel overly grindy for some.

    • “It looks nice and has some unusual gameplay ideas for a roguelite deckbuilder, but it's way too random and grindy for serious deckbuilding thought or strategy for me.”
    • “Very grindy to unlock anything and everything, including abilities.”
    • “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.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization of this anime video game is surprisingly well-executed, as it avoids the typical cash grab approach often seen in the genre. Instead, the developers demonstrate a genuine passion for the source material, providing regular updates and a rich gaming experience that justifies its value. Overall, players appreciate the attention to detail and the game's quality, making it a standout in a market often filled with less thoughtful offerings.

    • “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.”
    • “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 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.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where users report smooth performance and no significant issues.

    • “The game runs great on the Steam Deck!”
    • “Playing on the Steam Deck, it performs flawlessly.”
    • “Fantastic game stability on the Steam Deck!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a strong sense of nostalgia when revisiting characters from "Fairy Tail," highlighting the emotional connection fostered by the game's ability to evoke fond memories of their initial experiences with the manga.

    • “Fairy Tail is one of the first mangas I read, and playing this game and seeing these characters again made me feel pretty nostalgic.”
    • “The emotional depth of the story really resonated with me, making me reflect on my own experiences.”
    • “I was genuinely moved by the character arcs; their struggles and triumphs felt so real and relatable.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is noted for its good performance, indicating effective optimization that allows for smooth gameplay.

    • “The game runs smoothly with excellent performance.”
    • “I am impressed by the optimization; it really enhances the gameplay experience.”
    • “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
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