FELLCHASER

About

FELLCHASER is a Roguelike hack and slash game where you, Henric the alchemist, must escape Purgatory after stealing Death’s scythe. Brew combo-building potions with collected strange ingredients, explore interconnected islands, and reap the souls of bizarre creatures to aid in your quest. Your time in Purgatory will be filled with danger, intrigue, and the constant threat of running out of time.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The potion mixing system is incredibly deep and allows for a variety of effective builds, making gameplay engaging and satisfying.
The game is free and offers a solid experience with fun mechanics, catchy music, and a unique premise that keeps players coming back.
Each run feels different due to the variety of ingredients available, and the game successfully balances challenge and progression.

The game suffers from a lack of content, leading to repetitive gameplay and a feeling of emptiness after a few runs.
Graphics and control handling are not up to par, with some players experiencing performance issues and bugs that hinder the experience.
Despite being free, the game has not gained significant traction, with very low player counts indicating a lack of public interest.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The graphics of the game are generally considered passable and not award-winning, with some reviewers noting that they could be improved. While the visuals are stylized and detailed, they do not match the quality of the gameplay, which is seen as a crucial aspect of the overall experience. Despite the graphics not being top-tier, the game's low price and engaging gameplay make it a worthwhile option for players.
- “Overall: the game is somehow free, the graphics are stylized and detailed, the music is catchy, the gameplay is exciting, you have nothing to lose playing this!!!”
- “The graphics aren't award winning, but this is a really solid effort in game development, and the price is hard to argue with.”
- “And while it's vital for any game to have impressive visuals (gaming is a visual medium, after all), there's more to a game than just the graphics.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
- “The graphics aren't award winning, the gameplay and control handling isn't as tight as perhaps it should be.”
- “Overall: the game is somehow free, the graphics are stylized and detailed, but they could use improvement.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and dynamic, enhancing the overall experience with its fun and engaging quality. While some users note the simplicity of the sound effects, they appreciate the well-composed tracks and the artistic presentation that complements the gameplay. Overall, the audio elements contribute positively to the game's appeal.
- “I also want to say, the music and dynamic audio in this game are amazing!!!”
- “Overall: the game is somehow free, the graphics are stylized and detailed, the music is catchy, the gameplay is exciting, you have nothing to lose playing this!!!”
- “The sound is simple in terms of only one combat sound, but I like all the songs and sound effects.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The gameplay is generally solid but lacks the tight controls and high-quality graphics expected from top-tier games. However, the innovative potion mechanics and ingredient system stand out as a refreshing aspect, making the overall experience worthwhile, especially considering the game's price.
- “The potion mechanics and ingredients are amazing and really refreshing.”
- “This is a really solid effort in game development, and the price is hard to argue with.”
- “The graphics aren't award-winning, and the gameplay and control handling aren't as tight as they should be.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The game's story is appreciated for its engaging concept and the depth of the main character, but many users feel it suffers from a lack of content and narrative progression, often attributing this to the reliance on procedural generation typical of roguelikes. While the story is described as short and sweet, some players express a desire for more substantial storytelling elements.
- “I love the concept, I love the story behind the main character, I love how you can create many different potions, I just love the game as a whole.”
- “The problem I found mostly was the lack of content... 'roguelike' as we know is a developer code-word for 'I think samey procgen algorithms are the same as designing levels, storytelling and narrative progression. I don't understand why other developers waste time doing that when I can just procgen everything!'”
- “The game has a short and sweet story.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing premise, which adds an entertaining layer to the hack and slash gameplay. Players appreciate the comedic elements that enhance their overall experience.
- “A funny premise for a fun hack and slash game!”