Folk Hero

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Folk Hero is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game. It was developed by Chudo-Yudo Games and was released on October 19, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Folk Hero" , immerse yourself in a world where folklore is reality. Sail to the mysterious Island of Buyan to investigate unusual events, using a Souls-like combat system to face unique enemies and powerful bosses. Mix character classes, weapons, artifacts, and runes to create powerful builds and unravel the island's secrets. No information available on release date or developer.

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Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Folk Hero features excellent level generation, providing fresh and engaging exploration with unique environments and challenges in each run.
The combat system is well-designed, offering a satisfying mix of action and strategy, with a variety of in-run upgrade systems that enhance gameplay.
The game has a charming aesthetic with beautiful pixel art and high-quality narration, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps players engaged.

The game suffers from various bugs and technical issues that can disrupt gameplay, including problems with rune pickups and laggy controls on certain platforms.
Some mechanics are poorly explained, leading to frustrating deaths and a steep learning curve, particularly for players unfamiliar with the genre.
There are imbalances in the progression systems, with certain upgrades feeling significantly weaker than others, which can affect overall gameplay experience.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in this title is generally praised for its fast-paced, action-oriented combat that diverges from traditional soulslike mechanics, making it accessible even to those who typically don't enjoy the genre. While the core gameplay is engaging and features interesting mechanics, some players find the metaprogression too slow and certain mechanics poorly explained, leading to frustrating moments. Overall, the active gameplay experience is highlighted as enjoyable, despite some interface issues in multiplayer.
- “Of course, though, gameplay is paramount, and Folk Hero nails this, too.”
- “Adding the aforementioned progression systems on top of this great gameplay chassis makes for constantly exciting gameplay.”
- “Dev's are active and the game's balance, features, and mechanics feel spot on. Even though I die a lot, never has dying been so much fun.”
- “- the metaprogression is way too slow for the gameplay offered”
- “- some of the mechanics are poorly explained, making some deaths feel very unfair (e.g. the fear effect in the bear boss)”
- “I really tried to like the gameplay but it's a no in the end.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their unique and fitting designs across different biomes, complemented by great visuals and atmospheric music. The pixelated art style adds a quirky charm to the action-roguelite experience, enhancing the overall aesthetic.
- “Those affectations (traps, etc.) are also unique and fitting for each different biome, which, in tandem with pensive music and great visuals, creates a wealth of atmosphere.”
- “Quirky yet entertaining action-roguelite with soulslike gameplay and pixelated graphics.”
- “The pixelated graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “While the gameplay is engaging, the graphics are a major letdown, making it hard to immerse myself in the experience.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, and the graphics often appear blurry and poorly defined.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its pensive quality, enhancing the atmosphere alongside unique sound effects that correspond to each biome. This combination of auditory elements and visuals contributes to a rich and immersive experience.
- “The unique and fitting affectations (traps, etc.) for each different biome, combined with the pensive music and stunning visuals, create a rich atmosphere.”
- “The music perfectly complements the game's diverse biomes, enhancing the overall immersive experience.”
- “Each biome's distinct music adds depth and emotion, making exploration feel even more engaging.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a sense of emotional impact from the game, though they struggle to pinpoint specific elements that evoke these feelings. The emotional resonance seems to be subtle and not tied to any standout features.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is richly enhanced by unique biome-specific elements, complemented by evocative music and impressive visuals, resulting in an immersive experience.
- “The unique traps and elements are perfectly suited to each biome, and combined with the thoughtful music and stunning visuals, they create a rich atmosphere.”
- “The unique traps and elements are perfectly suited to each biome, and combined with the thoughtful music and stunning visuals, they create a rich atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its poorly functioning quests, which often lack clear instructions, leading to a frustrating and aimless experience for players.
- “Almost none of the quests work, and if they do, a lot of them barely tell you what to do, so you aimlessly wander around.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game generally performs well, though players have reported minor technical issues, such as occasional stuttering. Overall, the optimization is considered solid despite these small hiccups.
- “Minor technical issues on deck (occasional stutter), but generally performance is solid.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant issue, with frequent glitches occurring when players attempt to pick up runes, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “This game could be really fun, but it glitches out while trying to pick up runes constantly.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is praised for its well-designed replay-progression system, which avoids the tedium often associated with similar titles, making it an enjoyable experience worth trying.