Forgotten Mines

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 117 reviews
  • gameplay
  • replayability
  • graphics
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Forgotten Mines is a fantasy tactical roguelite RPG where you lead the dwarven clans to reclaim your lost mines from monsters. With limited turns and over 50 enemy types, each run through the vast mine network is unpredictable, requiring smart thinking and strategic planning. Unlock and customize diverse warrior classes to assemble your ideal team for the brutal underworld.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 117 reviews
gameplay17 positive mentions
stability13 negative mentions
  • Challenging and rewarding gameplay with a steep learning curve that encourages strategic planning and experimentation.
  • High replayability due to randomized dungeons, diverse character classes, and extensive gear options.
  • Engaging retro art style and solid mechanics that create a fun and immersive tactical experience.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, including game-breaking issues that can corrupt saves and disrupt gameplay.
  • Lack of clarity in UI and information about character stats and abilities, making it difficult to make informed decisions during runs.
  • Meta progression can feel grindy and unbalanced, requiring significant investment to unlock viable classes and upgrades.
  • gameplay28 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by engaging turn-based combat and dynamic mechanics that require players to adapt to evolving challenges, offering a rewarding experience with a strong emphasis on strategy and risk-reward balance. While the game features a compelling narrative and extensive customization options, it is marred by occasional bugs and a steep difficulty curve, particularly in the early stages. Overall, players find the gameplay loop enjoyable and replayable, despite some technical issues and a need for further refinement.

    • “⚙️ Dynamic gameplay: adapt to changing challenges with every run, balancing risk and reward as you progress deeper into the mines.”
    • “With turn-based combat, extensive customization, and challenging gameplay, it offers a rewarding experience for fans of the genre.”
    • “Incredibly fun tactical gameplay.”
    • “I think this one needs more work - gameplay feels janky and unresponsive, and the tutorial was half-baked.”
    • “There are a ton of bugs - I had two hard crashes in my first hour of gameplay, the second of which corrupted my save and forced me to start a fresh save file.”
    • “The entire gameplay was trying to obtain as much of that blue crystal so you can push through the dungeons.”
  • replayability17 mentions

    The game offers high replayability, particularly appealing to fans of tactical RPG roguelites, thanks to its randomized dungeons, enemies, and gear that ensure each run feels unique. Players can enjoy a variety of character builds and strategic combat, although some reviewers suggest that additional content could further enhance the replay experience. Overall, the combination of intricate mechanics and a risk-reward system contributes to its satisfying replay value.

    • “Highly recommended for fans of tactical RPG roguelites, offering deep strategy, high replayability, and intense battles.”
    • “Randomized dungeons, enemies, and gear ensure that no two runs feel the same.”
    • “With its intricate mechanics and endless variety, Forgotten Mines offers a satisfying and replayable dungeon crawling experience.”
    • “There's undoubtedly a fun and interesting turn-based tactics game hiding among all the bugs and errors, but if you value your time, I suggest you wait until the game is in a more playable state.”
    • “Expanded content: more enemy types, events, and scenarios would enhance replayability.”
    • “Game seems to have a lot of replayability based on the random monsters and hero traits.”
  • graphics15 mentions

    The graphics feature a stylish retro art style that pays homage to classic RPGs, enhancing the dungeon crawling experience with clear and thematic visuals. While the pixel-perfect visuals and atmospheric environments amplify immersion, some users noted that character avatars could benefit from more polish. Overall, the aesthetics are appreciated, though there are occasional bugs affecting visual performance.

    • “The retro pixel art style and atmospheric dungeon environments amplify the immersion, making each run feel both nostalgic and fresh.”
    • “Stylish retro art style that pays homage to classic RPGs, providing clear, thematic visuals that enhance the dungeon crawling experience.”
    • “Incredible despite how the graphics might look.”
    • “The character avatars could be more polished and stylish, similar to the ones showcased in the presentation.”
    • “Ran into a good number of bugs both gameplay and visual, ranging from a graphic being incorrect to a character getting stuck and unable to act, but the game is otherwise fun enough to where I can enjoy it anyway.”
    • “Despite the simple graphics, you do see the impact of equipment swap-outs.”
  • stability13 mentions

    The game's stability has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting a range of bugs from minor annoyances to game-breaking issues that hinder gameplay. While some players note improvements over time and appreciate the game's potential, the overall consensus is that the current level of bugs prevents them from recommending it, despite its enjoyable mechanics and low price.

    • “Despite how surprisingly fun the game is, I won't recommend it due to how ridiculously buggy everything is. Bugs range from mild annoyance (unable to attack/move but fixable by quitting and reentering) to game-ending bugs (lowered stats for the rest of that run from restarting after death).”
    • “I wrote an initial (reluctantly) negative review for this game on account of it being excessively buggy to the point that I encountered nearly game-breaking bugs during each of my first two runs.”
    • “It's a fine game, but it is currently too buggy to recommend.”
  • story8 mentions

    The story of "Forgotten Mines" is set in the dwarven kingdom of Dorvgrad, focusing on themes of redemption and exploration, with lore and artifacts that enrich the narrative as players progress. While some players find the story engaging and well-integrated with gameplay, others feel it lacks depth, suggesting it may not be the primary draw of the game.

    • “A compelling narrative tied to gameplay progression.”
    • “Set in the once-prosperous mines of Dorvgrad, Forgotten Mines tells the story of a dwarven kingdom seeking redemption.”
    • “The narrative unfolds through gameplay, rewarding exploration and progression with lore and powerful artifacts that reveal the story of Dorvgrad's fall.”
    • “Side note, your very first mission you're supposed to die; it's a tutorial.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it enjoyable and a perfect fit for the game's tone, others criticize it as horrible and prefer to mute it in favor of their own playlists. Overall, the music is seen as a highlight by some, but not universally appreciated.

    • “The music, by far, is the best part to me; I think it is a perfect fit for the game's tone.”
    • “A fun game with good music.”
    • “The music is horrible, to be honest.”
    • “I just mute it and play something better on Amazon Music while playing.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some appreciate the balance of progression through unlocking classes and perks, others find it excessively time-consuming, requiring extensive farming of resources like gems and diamonds, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.

    • “It's not too grindy, and I'm always feeling like I'm unlocking classes or perks that can help in future runs.”
    • “The grinding feels rewarding, as each session brings new skills and abilities that enhance my gameplay.”
    • “I appreciate how the grind is balanced; it keeps me engaged without feeling like a chore.”
    • “You'd have to spend countless hours farming gems to unlock the passive stuff, and it's really weak.”
    • “Otherwise, you basically can't progress without doing grinding runs, and the runs have to focus on farming diamonds instead of actually playing the game and killing enemies.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The retro pixel art style and immersive dungeon environments create a nostalgic yet fresh atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of each run.

    • “The retro pixel art style and atmospheric dungeon environments amplify the immersion, making each run feel both nostalgic and fresh.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players find the humor in the game to be situational and often derived from unexpected challenges, such as the frustratingly timed appearance of mimics when a healer interacts with chests. This creates a comedic tension that adds to the overall experience, as players resort to chaotic strategies to avoid surprises.

    • “The game decided it would be funny to have mimics that only occur when my healer opens the chest, so I just started shooting and bashing all the chests in the rooms.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, especially with the unexpected surprises that keep you on your toes.”
    • “I love how the game uses clever puns and witty dialogue to keep the atmosphere light and entertaining.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users feeling that it lacks originality and relies heavily on exploiting players for profit.

    • “It's just another repainted cash grab game.”
    • “The monetization system feels exploitative and heavily favors players who spend money.”
    • “I can't enjoy the game without being constantly bombarded by ads and in-game purchases.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Players are eager to experience the game further, particularly anticipating improvements in optimization for the Steam Deck.

    • “The optimization in this game makes it run smoothly on a variety of systems.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization, ensuring a great experience even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “Looking forward to playing more, especially once it's optimized for Steam Deck.”
    • “The game runs poorly on lower-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “There are significant performance issues that need to be addressed for a smoother experience.”
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