Flamebreak

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 306 reviews
  • gameplay
  • replayability
  • graphics
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Programmed well-enough, designed well-enough. Other than its nice cinematics, Flamebreak is what you'd expect.
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Flamebreak is a single-player Hack and Slash roguelite action RPG with a good story and ingenious gameplay. It offers over 100 hours of gameplay with procedurally generated worlds, unique heroes, weapons, skills, enemies, and items. Daily challenges allow you to compete with friends and globally for the best run, and it has gamepad-friendly fluid controls.

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 306 reviews
gameplay30 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Flamebreak combines classic RPG elements with smooth rogue-lite gameplay, offering a wealth of impactful decisions and build variety.
  • The game features a unique overworld map that adds strategic depth to each run, making it engaging and replayable.
  • Players appreciate the responsive controls and satisfying combat mechanics, which contribute to a rewarding experience.
  • Some players find the game too difficult, especially in the later stages, which can lead to frustration.
  • The graphics and presentation may come off as dated or unpolished, which could deter some potential players.
  • There are concerns about balance, as certain character abilities and weapons feel significantly stronger than others, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
  • gameplay71 mentions

    The gameplay is a standout feature, combining classic RPG elements with smooth rogue-lite mechanics that offer depth and variety through diverse skills, items, and character classes. While the graphics may not impress, the engaging combat, strategic movement, and unique mechanics provide a fun and replayable experience, appealing to both casual and hardcore players. Overall, the game excels in delivering a polished and satisfying gameplay loop that encourages exploration and mastery.

    • “Combines classic RPG elements (making your stats like attack damage, attack speed, skill power as high as possible) with consistently smooth rogue-lite gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is tight, and you feel like you are never cheated in regards to damage as all enemies have their reads so you can see what they will do before they do it.”
    • “This interesting blend of game mechanics, not to mention the procedurally generated heroes, makes this game a real joy to play and leaves plenty of room for skill, both strategic and twitch/perfect execution while keeping things interesting by randomizing everything.”
    • “The narrative itself is quite endearing, both story-wise and artistically, but the actual game and gameplay is a weird in between of an unfinished mobile game and a 90s flash game.”
    • “After all, there's no dodge or guard mechanic in this game, so I can see surviving as a melee hero to be really difficult.”
    • “But the gameplay at its core is the most important feature.”
  • replayability37 mentions

    The game boasts exceptional replayability, driven by a diverse array of character builds, weapons, skills, and item combinations that ensure each playthrough feels unique. Players appreciate the game's roguelite mechanics, which introduce new challenges and environments with every run, making it highly engaging and difficult to put down. Overall, the combination of fun gameplay and extensive customization options contributes to its immense replay value.

    • “Great rogue-lite with plenty of replayability through various combinations of starting builds and item sets available.”
    • “The constant change of heroes, and the long list of different weapons and skills keeps this game's replayability very high.”
    • “There are a ton of different possible combinations between races, weapons, skills, and items that make for an almost unlimited replayability value.”
    • “It has about the same amount of content and replayability as 'Risk of Rain', I'd say.”
    • “The variety of weapons, races, and skills provides the game with a ton of replayability.”
    • “Also, thanks to this game being a roguelite, a new world will spawn each time you start a new playthrough, giving this game immense replay value.”
  • graphics30 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them unrefined and reminiscent of cheap mobile games, while others appreciate the art style and overall aesthetic. Many agree that despite the lackluster visuals, the gameplay mechanics and enjoyment outweigh the graphical shortcomings. Overall, while some players are disappointed by the graphics, others find them charming and fitting for the game's style.

    • “I like the art style and overall feel of the game.”
    • “The graphics are pleasant and combined with an amazing soundtrack help to immerse you in the world - the switch from the overworld's music to combat music upon entering a new level helps to get your adrenaline flowing.”
    • “True rogue-like with fun combat, weapons, deep mechanics, and nice graphics.”
    • “Some of the graphics might give the wrong impression of a cheap mobile game at first glance.”
    • “I had to quit the game because I couldn't handle looking at the fugly aesthetics anymore.”
    • “The worst thing about this game is the graphics.”
  • story24 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its charming and well-narrated presentation, featuring beautiful poems and art that enhance the narrative experience. While some players find the story simple and more of a backdrop for gameplay, others appreciate the world-building and voice acting, noting that it adds depth to the roguelite experience. Overall, the storytelling is considered a strong aspect, contributing to the game's appeal despite some critiques regarding its execution and depth.

    • “The story interludes (poems and art) are well done and enjoyable.”
    • “The story is told through beautiful and well narrated poems.”
    • “The story is very interesting - the world building is fantastic - and the voice acting is surprisingly good.”
    • “The narrative itself is quite endearing, both story-wise and artistically, but the actual game and gameplay is a weird in between of an unfinished mobile game and a 90s flash game.”
    • “There's a story in this game, but it's just an excuse to give some context as to why the player should do multiple playthroughs.”
    • “There were some cutscenes, but I never got a sense of story within the game.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players appreciate that the game minimizes grinding, making it suitable for those who enjoy hack and slash gameplay without extensive time investment. The roguelike elements and random rolls contribute to a fresh experience, reducing the grindy feel often associated with the genre, while still offering a variety of unlocks that are not overly tedious to obtain.

    • “There are quite a few unlocks that are not too grindy to get, and every run is different from the other.”
    • “If you like hack n' slash games but don't want to grind for hours on end to fully develop your build, then this game is perfect for you.”
    • “I don't feel like grinding all the unlocks.”
    • “The roguelike nature keeps things fresh, at least up to this point, and the random rolls you get on each run seem like they will help with the grindy feel of other roguelikes.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the immersive folk soundtrack and the effective transition from overworld to combat music, others find it dull and lacking in variety. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the atmosphere, enhancing the gaming experience for many.

    • “But after a while, I have grown to like them a lot, and the folk music adds to the atmosphere.”
    • “+good soundtrack”
    • “The graphics are pleasant, and combined with an amazing soundtrack, help to immerse you in the world - the switch from the overworld music to combat music upon entering a new level helps to get your adrenaline flowing.”
    • “The soundtrack is really dull.”
    • “The flash when a fight starts hurts my eyes.”
    • “The game could have more content.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its folk music and fitting voice acting in cutscenes, which together create an engaging and immersive experience, despite the simplicity of the story.

    • “But after a while, I have grown to like them a lot, and the folk music adds to the atmosphere.”
    • “The story is very simple, but I like the voice acting in the little cutscenes; it's fitting and gives a lot of atmosphere.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Users generally find the humor in the game to be effective and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.

  • optimization1 mentions

    Players have praised the game's optimization, particularly on Ubuntu with gamepad support, highlighting it as a smooth and enjoyable experience.

    • “I play on Ubuntu with a gamepad, and I must say the game is extremely well optimized and is simply a joy to play.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The game features a blend of arcade-style gameplay and dungeon exploration, offering light character development that enhances the overall experience without overshadowing the action.

    • “The game has a nice arcade feel and balances dungeon running with some light character development.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
    • “I was disappointed by how little the characters evolve throughout the game.”
    • “The game offers minimal character development, making it hard to feel invested in the story.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a strong emotional response to certain gameplay elements, particularly feeling frustration or sadness when encountering repetitive or uninspired character builds, such as the sword pixie with whirlwind. This highlights the impact of creativity and originality on player enjoyment and emotional engagement.

    • “I'm all for trying creative new builds, but every time I see a sword pixie with whirlwind, I want to cry a little.”
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Critic Reviews

55% average critic score

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Play time

73hMedian play time
55hAverage play time
20-90hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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