Garshasp: The Monster Slayer

51%
Game Brain Score Based on 150 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Garshasp: The Monster Slayer is an action-packed game set in ancient Persia. As the legendary hero Garshasp, players battle against formidable mythical creatures using powerful weapons and combos. Explore vast environments, solve puzzles, and upgrade abilities to vanquish the forces of darkness.

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Reviews

51%
Audience ScoreBased on 150 reviews
story8 positive mentions
stability9 negative mentions
  • The game has a decent combat system with satisfying finishers and a fun hack-and-slash experience.
  • The art design and environments are visually appealing, showcasing a unique Persian mythology theme.
  • Despite its flaws, the game can be enjoyable for those who appreciate indie titles and are looking for a budget alternative to God of War.
  • The controls are unresponsive and clunky, making gameplay frustrating, especially during platforming sections.
  • The camera angles are poorly designed, often leading to disorientation and difficulty in navigating the environment.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, significantly detracting from the overall experience.
  • story26 mentions

    The story of Garshasp is generally considered weak and unengaging, with many reviewers noting its lack of clarity and depth. While some appreciate the mythological elements and simple plot, the execution is marred by poor voice acting, clumsy cutscenes, and minimal character development. Overall, the narrative fails to leave a lasting impression, often overshadowed by the game's gameplay and graphics.

    • “The story is simple but good enough, and the gameplay and graphics are also good enough.”
    • “The graphics are okay and the sound is great; the story is also good, though it could be a little more than just a story about a hero seeking revenge on an evil dude who wants to rule the world, but it is still good.”
    • “This is a story of an Iranian mythological god.”
    • “I couldn’t even begin to tell you what the story of Garshasp is about.”
    • “The narrator pops in sometimes, but he sounds boring and you can just forget the story.”
    • “The story is told via poor cutscenes and clumsy infodumps.”
  • graphics26 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are outdated and reminiscent of PlayStation 1 titles, despite some appealing art styles and monster designs. While some appreciate the visuals for their age, others criticize them for being unpolished, basic, and plagued by glitches and frame drops. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but ultimately fall short of modern standards, leaving a sense of disappointment compared to the game's promotional materials.

    • “The graphics are decent for its age, but the game is very basic and lacks polishing and depth.”
    • “The story is simple but good enough and the gameplay and graphics are also good enough.”
    • “Graphics are surprisingly good too!!”
    • “The game is full of bugs, unpolished, and the graphics look old enough to be a PlayStation One game.”
    • “The first thing gamers will find is that the graphics are nowhere near the level of the screenshots.”
    • “Outdated graphics even for a 2011 game.”
  • gameplay20 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its easy-to-learn mechanics and enjoyable combat reminiscent of "God of War," while others criticize it for being sluggish, repetitive, and plagued by control issues. Players noted that the fixed camera and platforming elements can hinder the experience, and despite some appealing graphics, the overall execution feels lacking due to bugs and a forgettable story.

    • “The gameplay is fun and involves slashing and dicing your enemy.”
    • “The gameplay is easy to learn: you get light and heavy attacks, which you combine with your blocking, jumping, and grabbing moves.”
    • “Picture a capable God of War clone with an amazingly beautiful atmosphere, great graphics, and overall fun gameplay.”
    • “What lazy gameplay design forgets to assign a button to the dodge move?”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay is sluggish and clumsy, graphics glitches aplenty, and on top of that too many bugs that cause the game to be impassable in places.”
    • “Awful controls, terrible voice acting, boring gameplay.”
  • stability9 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting significant bugs, unresponsive controls, and problematic camera angles that hinder gameplay. Many reviewers noted that these issues lead to frustrating experiences, including graphical glitches and impassable sections, ultimately detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. Despite some improvements since launch, the consensus remains that the game is still plagued by stability issues.

    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay is sluggish and clumsy, graphics glitches aplenty, and on top of that too many bugs that are causing the game to be impassable in places.”
    • “It could have been good but it is buggy as hell, with unresponsive controls and camera.”
    • “No, not because I suck (yeah, I heard that), but because it's buggy (enemies spawning on the main character) and it has a terrible camera that spins at the worst moments... and don't get me started on the hit detection.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The game's humor is characterized by its unintentionally funny script and quirky elements, such as a low-budget charm and amusing character interactions. Players find enjoyment in the comedic aspects of gameplay, including humorous narration and absurd situations, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience.

    • “Watch a speedrun of the game, and then blast through it with the fun skips you've learned, while enjoying the great narration of its unintentionally hilarious script.”
    • “Hilariously low budget, but honestly, it's not that bad.”
    • “Funny thing is, the game will not let me start it up because it itself is a monster (I guess?) and I cannot slay it.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered decent, with a few standout tracks that players particularly enjoyed, such as one in the third part of the game. While it may not be groundbreaking, it complements the overall experience without detracting from it.

    • “Music is okay; there were 1-2 cool tracks, especially I loved that one at the beginning of the 3rd part of the game. That was truly awesome.”
    • “It has a unique visual style and some decent music and voice-over work.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development in the game is notably lacking, with users criticizing the simplistic character design and minimal storytelling. The short length of the game further contributes to a shallow experience, suggesting that players seeking rich character arcs may want to consider other RPG options.

    • “The game offers a unique approach to character development, allowing players to see their characters evolve in meaningful ways.”
    • “Character development is a standout feature, providing depth and complexity to the narrative.”
    • “The progression of characters throughout the game adds a rich layer to the overall experience.”
    • “The game is also relatively short with little character development and story.”
    • “Character design is pretty sad, too, and you'll spend each facial closeup of cinematic scenes wondering how Garshasp's forehead creates a frown that would shame a Klingon.”
    • “So if character development and story are very important to you, an RPG might be a better option.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its stunning graphics and beauty, creating an engaging environment. However, it falls short in delivering a memorable experience, lacking the intense satisfaction and immersive qualities found in similar titles like God of War. Overall, while visually appealing, the atmosphere does not compensate for the forgettable story and poor voice acting.

    • “Picture a capable God of War clone with an amazingly beautiful atmosphere, great graphics, and overall fun gameplay.”
    • “The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing you into the world and enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The game's environment is rich and detailed, creating a unique atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “It feels like it's trying to be God of War but without any of the brutal satisfaction or atmosphere.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be dull and tedious, leading to a lack of engagement in combat.

    • “Combat feels dull and tedious.”
    • “Grinding is a lousy and tedious experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has been criticized for notable performance issues, which detract from the overall experience. Players have reported lag and frame rate drops, indicating that the game may require further refinement to enhance stability and smoothness.

    • “The game suffers from significant performance issues that hinder the overall experience.”
    • “Optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, poor optimization results in long loading times and crashes.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story, characters, narrator, and action to be unengaging and lacking depth, resulting in a dull overall experience.

    • “The story lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or feel any emotional impact.”
    • “The characters are one-dimensional, which makes it difficult to invest emotionally in their journeys.”
    • “The narration fails to evoke any feelings, leaving the overall experience flat and uninspiring.”
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