Few Nights More: Genesis
- December 20, 2023
- Aeterna Ludi
Please note: This is a free prologue and it includes act 1, and only 1 playable character and blood school is playable, The maximum heritage gained is limited to 50, and the maximum difficulty can be set to 2. As well only one castle will be available. Conquer castles and claim your birthright! The fight to reclaim your place in this world begins. Rebuild lost ruins, make them stronger and de…
Reviews
- The game features a captivating art style and engaging narrative that immerses players in a dark fantasy world.
- It combines strategic base building with tactical combat, offering depth and complexity that fans of the genre will appreciate.
- The demo provides a solid foundation for a fun and addictive roguelike experience, with potential for growth and improvement in the full version.
- The tutorial is poorly designed, overwhelming players with information and lacking clarity on essential mechanics.
- Gameplay can feel overly complicated and punishing, with significant difficulty spikes that may frustrate new players.
- The user interface is clunky and unresponsive, detracting from the overall experience and making navigation cumbersome.
- gameplay24 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of roguelike elements and strategic mechanics, offering a fun and engaging experience for fans of the genre. While the game features deep mechanics and smooth controls, some players noted a lack of intuitiveness and a need for improved tutorials and UI. Overall, it presents a challenging yet rewarding gameplay experience, particularly for those who enjoy complex systems and atmospheric design.
“The blend of mechanics felt smooth and there was more depth than I expected in this title.”
“With smooth gameplay, visually appealing design, and an atmospheric soundtrack, it immerses players in a dark and mysterious world.”
“It seamlessly combines strategic stronghold design, inventive trap mechanics, and a captivating narrative as you guide your vampire lord to conquer lost territories.”
“A weird take on several mechanics from Slay the Spire and Legend of Keepers, while presenting a bunch of questionable additions on top of it.”
“The controls and responses feel worse than a flash game from the early 2000s, and the mechanics aren't very well thought out.”
“There are so many mechanics in the game that I don't understand why it's free.”
- story10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as engaging and atmospheric, with a unique narrative that captivates players, particularly in its horror elements. However, some reviews note a lack of depth in storytelling and lore, especially in its early access state, which affects the overall immersion. While the art and music complement the theme well, the absence of more dynamic storytelling elements and animations is a point of critique.
“Whether you crave strategic planning, tactical combat, or immersive storytelling, this game promises an unforgettable journey to fulfill your vampire lord's destiny.”
“Few nights more genesis delivers a chilling and immersive horror experience that immediately captivates players with its atmospheric design and suspenseful storytelling.”
“The story keeps the player engaged and the missions keep the player interacting with the game even more.”
“Feels like 'Hades' with its beautiful art but mute heroes, no music, no singing, no story.”
“Still, it's an early access game and it lacks some animations, storytelling or lore, and adaptive background music needs some polish.”
“The art style choice, overall environment, and the music matches the theme and story very well.”
- music9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it generic and lacking in depth, while others praise its atmospheric quality and strong thematic alignment with the game's art and environment. Overall, the soundtrack is described as immersive and well-complemented by the game's visuals, enhancing the overall experience and gameplay.
“With smooth gameplay, visually appealing design, and an atmospheric soundtrack, it immerses players in a dark and mysterious world.”
“Visually pleasing and complemented by an atmospheric soundtrack, the game strikes a perfect balance between challenge and enjoyment.”
“The art style choice, overall environment, and the music matches the theme and story very well.”
“Generic sounds, generic music.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their unique art style, which features a vampire-themed aesthetic that enhances the overall ambiance. Players appreciate the impressive visuals and sound design, noting that they effectively create a dark and intriguing environment that complements the game's theme and story. While some may find the tile-based graphics less appealing, the overall artistic choices and animations have been well-received.
“I love the art style!”
“The game's dark and foreboding ambiance, complemented by impressive graphics and sound design, creates an unsettling yet intriguing environment.”
“I'm personally used to tile-based graphics, so that isn't really a bother to me, but I can see why someone would look at the castle screen and hate it, though.”
“The art style choice, overall environment, and the music matches the theme and story very well.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its dark and mysterious world, enhanced by visually appealing design and an immersive soundtrack. Players find it captivating and chilling, with a perfect balance of challenge and enjoyment, making it a compelling horror experience. Overall, the atmospheric elements contribute significantly to the unique storytelling and dynamic gameplay.
“With smooth gameplay, visually appealing design, and an atmospheric soundtrack, it immerses players in a dark and mysterious world.”
“Few nights more genesis delivers a chilling and immersive horror experience that immediately captivates players with its atmospheric design and suspenseful storytelling.”
“Visually pleasing and complemented by an atmospheric soundtrack, the game strikes a perfect balance between challenge and enjoyment.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and annoying, particularly in the context of its roguelike and basebuilding elements, which may deter those who prefer a more streamlined experience.
“Yet those parts that are here are actually grindy and annoying.”
“Feels immensely tedious.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is heavily emphasized, as players must consistently improve their performance to unlock heritage points, encouraging multiple playthroughs to achieve higher scores. This mechanic creates a unique challenge where players are motivated to refine their skills and strategies with each attempt.
“The replay value is significant, as the only way to unlock heritage points is by performing better than your previous attempts. This encourages players to continuously improve and strive for higher scores.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, as the game challenges you to beat your previous records, making every attempt a new opportunity for growth.”
“The game’s design promotes replayability by requiring players to refine their strategies and skills to unlock all the heritage points, ensuring that no two sessions are the same.”
“Replay value is enforced as the only way to unlock the heritage points is by doing 'better' than your prior defeat (do not forfeit). To maximize these points, you have to intentionally perform poorly and then improve by just 1 point.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices in replaying levels, making each run feel repetitive and uninspired.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there’s little incentive to replay the game, as the side content feels tacked on and unengaging.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the game engaging and enjoyable, but frequent freezing issues after victories significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and the need to restart the game. Many hope for a fix to improve stability.
“It's an interesting and time-consuming game that is very fun, but it frequently freezes after I get a victory, which drains my resolve to quit and reopen the game just to play. I hope they fix this.”
“The game crashes unexpectedly, making it frustrating to progress. Stability issues really detract from the overall experience.”
“I love the gameplay, but the constant lag and crashes make it hard to enjoy. Stability needs serious improvement.”