Gomoku Let's Go
- July 28, 2021
- Studio Amateur
Get on Steam"Gomoku Let's Go" is a digital board game based on the classic strategy game of Gomoku, also known as Five in a Row. The game offers a stunning Zen-style visual aesthetic and includes a world-class AI with 8 adjustable difficulty levels. Players can enjoy local and online multiplayer modes, compete in ranked games with an ELO ranking system, and try their hand at 50 carefully selected challenges. The game also supports both standard and Renju rules, and features an active Discord community.
Reviews
- The game offers a solid Gomoku experience with various skill levels and challenges, making it enjoyable for both beginners and experienced players.
- The AI is challenging and the game supports multiple play modes, including local multiplayer and online play, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game is inexpensive and provides a fun way to engage with friends, making it a great casual gaming option.
- Many players were misled into thinking this was a Go game due to its title and appearance, leading to disappointment.
- The game suffers from long wait times and unskippable animations between matches, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- The AI's lack of originality means that matches can feel repetitive, as it tends to respond in predictable ways.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for clearer communication regarding gameplay mechanics, suggesting that the title or gameplay videos should provide more explicit information to enhance understanding.
“Dev, please make it clear in the title or the gameplay video.”
“But please, make it clear about the gameplay.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's initial room animation effectively establishes an engaging atmosphere, but its repetitive nature can lead to player frustration after multiple viewings, detracting from the overall experience.
“The room animation is great for setting the atmospheric scene in the beginning when you first enter a match.”
“You want people to enjoy seeing that intro atmospheric shot, not resent it.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as pleasant, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The music is incredibly pleasant and enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay.”
“The melodies are catchy and stay with you long after playing.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as lightweight 2D visuals, suggesting a simpler and less resource-intensive design approach.
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack detail.”
“The environments are bland and uninspired, making the game visually unappealing.”
