FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS

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FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS is a single player role playing game. It was developed by ginolabo and was released on August 26, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

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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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 412 reviews

gameplay39 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a fun roguelike deckbuilding mechanic that offers strategic depth.
Beautiful pixel art and animations that capture the essence of the Fairy Tail series.
High replayability with multiple characters and the ability to save and build decks across runs.

Balancing issues among characters, with some being significantly weaker than others.
The game can feel repetitive due to limited enemy variety and a short main story.
RNG elements can lead to frustrating experiences, especially in terms of skill upgrades and card draws.

gameplay
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging roguelike deckbuilding mechanics, offering a blend of simplicity and depth that makes it easy to pick up yet challenging to master. Players appreciate the variety of unique characters, each with distinct gameplay styles, and the satisfying progression system that rewards repeated playthroughs. While some feel the game could benefit from additional challenges and less randomness, the overall experience is described as fun, visually appealing, and addictive.
- “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/strategies to build towards as you advance through the dungeon. Plus, you also find other members from the guild, even if it's just to generate some basic interactions/side-story details and sometimes give you some items or cards that you can call upon during battle for an attack or special skill.”
- “The gameplay feels fresh and exciting, and it keeps you engaged with each battle. The game's battle mechanic is best described as easy to learn, and hard to master.”
- “Last thing about gameplay is the camp event after you reach a new floor should be buffed to allow players to choose two things or gain something from reaching the new floor at least.”
- “I have unlocked an extra difficulty that I've yet to try out, but I would have preferred having more of a challenge for the first 3 hours of gameplay.”
- “Combos were kind of underwhelming (just pure +x damage, no cross-character combo, animation, etc. There's untapped gameplay potential here in my opinion).”
story
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally considered short and simple, taking around 4 to 10 hours to complete, but it effectively captures the essence of the "Fairy Tail" franchise, enhancing the gameplay experience for fans. While players can enjoy the game without prior knowledge of the series, familiarity with the characters adds depth to the interactions and overall enjoyment. Despite its brevity, the story is engaging enough to complement the roguelike deckbuilding mechanics, though some players wish for more substantial content and character inclusion.
- “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.”
- “The story is very Fairy Tail; they completely nailed the dialogue between everyone, you could practically hear them talking to each other.”
- “Overall: decent game, short story that could've been better; detail and love for the franchise and characters is great, but the story lacks depth.”
- “Fun little game... not amazing either, but still recommended, but barely; there is not much story, interactions, or anything of substance going on.”
- “The story was a decent one but entirely too short.”
replayability
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, primarily due to its roguelike elements, various character builds, and unlockable challenges that encourage experimentation. Players appreciate the ability to try different strategies and compositions, although some feel that the game could benefit from additional content, such as more playable characters and dungeons. Overall, the replay value is considered high, with many players enjoying the challenge and variety it provides.
- “The game length is short, yet the replay value is long.”
- “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.”
- “-zero replayability”
- “The pacing can sometimes feel uneven, which may limit the game’s long-term replayability.”
- “Also the game offers replay value, aka repetitiveness.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and how it captures the anime's essence, many criticize its repetitiveness and lack of iconic "Fairy Tail" themes. Several users noted that the limited soundtrack can become tiresome, with only a few tracks playing on loop, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the music is generally described as fitting and enjoyable, though a desire for more variety and customization options is evident.
- “The music is good too, it does a good job of feeling like the anime.”
- “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, 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 game's only downsides are repetitive music (which I personally don't mind), some questionable balance choices and a few bugs here and there.”
- “There was only one soundtrack that plays in the background of the story as well as battle phases.”
- “Other than the music which I think is not very 'fairy tail', the game is really fun.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, particularly for their beautiful pixel art style and effective visual effects that enhance gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail and the thematic consistency with the source material, noting that the visuals contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game. Many highlight the graphics as a standout feature, praising their quality and the heart put into the design, making it a prime example of the potential of indie games.
- “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, is still in the same style and vein that fits perfectly with the game.”
- “Every attack and ability is accentuated by these fantastic visuals, which is definitely one of the game’s standout features.”
- “This is a great example of how amazing indie games can be, great gameplay, perfect pixel graphics, and easy to pick up.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is frequently noted as excessive, requiring players to repeatedly navigate the labyrinth to unlock abilities and optimize their character decks. While this grind can be frustrating, many players find the game enjoyable enough to tolerate the repetition, appreciating the replayability and unique gameplay elements despite the randomness involved. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant but manageable part of the experience.
- “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.”
- “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.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is praised for avoiding the typical cash grab approach, showcasing a strong commitment to quality and player experience. Reviewers commend the developers for their attention to detail and ongoing updates, which enhance the game's value and enjoyment, particularly in a genre often criticized for lacking depth. Overall, the game is recognized as a passionate and well-executed use of its IP, defying expectations in the anime gaming market.
- “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.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly and performs well on the Steam Deck, indicating a high level of stability across this platform.
- “Playing on the Steam Deck and it runs great!”
- “Fab game runs great on the Steam Deck too”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is generally praised, with users reporting good performance throughout their experience.
- “The game runs smoothly with excellent performance.”
- “I am impressed by the optimization; everything feels responsive and fluid.”
- “The optimization really enhances the overall experience, making gameplay seamless.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong sense of nostalgia while engaging with the game, as it reconnects them with beloved characters from the original Fairy Tail manga. This emotional resonance highlights the game's ability to evoke fond memories and a deep attachment to the source material.
- “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.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is largely criticized for being non-existent, with little to no meaningful interactions between characters. However, the visual presentation, including character designs and animations, is praised for its stunning quality and immersive effects.
- “The character designs, animations, and visual effects are stunning and feel like they leap off the screen.”
- “The depth of character development is impressive, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
- “Each character's backstory is intricately woven into the gameplay, making their growth feel meaningful and impactful.”
- “The interactions between characters as well as character development were non-existent.”