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Gift of Parthax

Overall, Gift of Parthax is a serviceable, if dime-a-dozen arena-brawler. Foundationally-speaking, there is a title here that desperately wants to differentiate itself from its peers, yet the lack of polish, short-sighted design choices, and general lack of scope scuppers all potential. Major fans of the genre can find a lot to enjoy here for the price of admission, yet genre tourists or newbies may not find a lot to enjoy with the game.
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46%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
gameplay, story
38% User Score Based on 53 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 4 reviews

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Gift of Parthax is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Foldergeist Studios and was released on September 12, 2018. It received neutral reviews from critics and negative reviews from players.

2D top-down arena fighter. Combine and customize your spells to increase their power to defeat waves of mobs and bosses in the arena.

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38%
Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
gameplay4 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique spell customization system that allows players to experiment with different spells and runes.
  • The pixel art style and soundtrack are visually appealing and enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.
  • The developer is responsive and actively working on updates to address bugs and improve gameplay.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and optimization issues, making it difficult to start and play without workarounds.
  • Gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, with limited enemy types and arena challenges that do not change significantly.
  • Controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it for being slow, clunky, and monotonous, often highlighting issues like poor hit detection and a frustrating healing system. However, some users appreciate the tactical elements and immersive music, suggesting that there is potential for enjoyment, especially for those who support indie development. Overall, the gameplay experience seems to vary significantly, with some finding it engaging while others feel it lacks depth and polish.

    • “It starts off easy, so you have all the time to learn about the basic mechanics of the game.”
    • “I like the artwork, and the gameplay is great; you definitely can have a good time with this game :)”
    • “The tactical part of the gameplay is fun.”
    • “During the gameplay itself, the movement and attacks feel slow and clunky, not fluid.”
    • “The gameplay is boring and monotonous.”
    • “Broken mechanics, the healing system is terrible; you can use as many potions as you want, and it won't be enough.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the detailed pixel art style and its nostalgic charm, while others criticize the jerky animations, poor camera framing, and overall low effort in design. While the retro aesthetic appeals to some, many feel it falls short compared to contemporary standards, leading to a clunky gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a double-edged sword, with potential for enjoyment but significant drawbacks.

    • “It looks fine with a fairly detailed pixel art style, and sounds pretty good with appropriately pitched tracks.”
    • “From its top-down, pixelated 2D graphics to its straightforward plot set in a medieval fantasy world, Gift of Parthax's newest creation may appear to be an ode to simpler times.”
    • “The art style also proves to be a boon when it could have been a detriment, elevating the game by being stunning.”
    • “The art and the graphics are jerky and the colors are not appealing.”
    • “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “This is a really low effort game with poor graphics, stale dead twin-stick shooter gameplay, done worse than even the older games it's trying to rip off.”
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it shallow and unengaging, while others appreciate its depth and connection to the gameplay. The narrative is described as straightforward, set in a medieval fantasy world, and serves as a backdrop for the action, but it may not be compelling enough to captivate all players. Overall, while some enjoy the story's integration with the gameplay, others feel it lacks substance and fails to hook them.

    • “The story had some depth in it, which kept me going.”
    • “Cool arena game with a nice mix of story elements.”
    • “Gift of Parthax commences with Arif embarking on a quest to save his best friend by fighting in Parthax’s contest.”
    • “Come for the bugs, stay for the grind, forget about the story: the script and the monologues fit on a small sheet of paper.”
    • “The story is boring and not that interesting.”
    • “The story is nothing special; it might as well not exist.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise for its ability to enhance immersion and complement the gameplay, with many players finding it motivating and perfectly suited to the game's atmosphere. The soundtrack, created by Foldergeist Studios, is noted for its quality and effectiveness in setting the mood, contributing significantly to the overall experience.

    • “Foldergeist Studios absolutely nailed it with the in-game music.”
    • “The music fits the gameplay perfectly and really adds to a player’s level of immersion.”
    • “I loved the music in this game; I found it to be really motivating in the arena as the music, in combination with the surroundings, made me feel as if I was actually present in the arena.”
    • “The music keeps playing though.”
    • “The pixel graphics are good, the controls are simple to get the hang of, and the music really sets the mood.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is criticized for its poor stability, with users reporting significant bugs that prevent it from starting properly and causing freezes during gameplay. Overall, it is described as a "badly optimized, buggy mess," making it currently unplayable for many.

    • “A badly optimized, buggy mess.”
    • “This game had potential, but it's a buggy mess.”
    • “Game won't start up properly and freezes after first selecting a difficulty.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely criticized for being poorly optimized, with numerous bugs that significantly hinder the overall experience.

    • “A badly optimized, buggy mess.”
    • “The game suffers from severe performance issues that make it nearly unplayable.”
    • “Optimization seems to have been an afterthought, resulting in frequent frame drops and crashes.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the character development is marked by thoughtful design and animation, reflecting a high level of care and attention to detail in both the characters and their environments.

    • “The character designs, animations, and environments were all created with love and care.”
    • “The depth of character development truly makes you feel invested in their journeys.”
    • “Each character evolves in a way that feels organic and meaningful, enhancing the overall narrative.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's music as a key emotional element, noting that it enhances immersion and motivation, making them feel truly present in the arena.

    • “I loved the music in this game; I found it to be really motivating in the arena, as the music, in combination with the surroundings, made me feel as if I was actually present in the arena.”
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Gift of Parthax is a role playing game.

Gift of Parthax is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows, Linux and others.

Gift of Parthax was released on September 12, 2018.

Gift of Parthax was developed by Foldergeist Studios.

Gift of Parthax has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Gift of Parthax is a single player game.

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