Gorgon Shield
- July 29, 2024
- Whiskeybarrel Studios
Get on SteamIn "Gorgon Shield," players navigate a tower with up to four heroes on a giant shield, fighting monsters and gaining treasures that pass on to the next hero when one falls. The game is a mix of roguelike, top-down action RPG, and side-scroller, with heroes gaining powerful upgrades and new allies as they rise upward to defeat the mighty gorgon Medusa.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and addictive gameplay loop with interesting mechanics and party management.
- It has a charming retro aesthetic and a fun arcade feel that appeals to players looking for a casual experience.
- The developer is responsive and actively working on improvements, which enhances the overall experience.
- The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, leading to lost progress and frustrating gameplay.
- Optimization issues result in slow loading times and significant performance drops during gameplay.
- The game could benefit from more content, such as additional levels, upgrades, and deeper mechanics.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received for its unique mechanics and engaging retro aesthetic, though many players feel it lacks depth and longevity, with a desire for more levels and upgrades. While the core gameplay loop is fun and features interesting roguelite elements, some mechanics, such as randomly encountered events, are seen as cluttering rather than enhancing the experience. Overall, the game offers a satisfying but short experience, with room for improvement in complexity and depth.
“Retro art style and clever gameplay, meets fidget spinner of Greek mythology.”
“Incredible pixel game with very unique mechanics.”
“I love everything from the unique party management mechanic, the roguelite progression systems, to the fast-paced arcade action.”
“Although there are a variety of mechanics and systems in the game that are well thought out, they just aren't too deep to offer a player over tens of hours of gameplay, which you would find commonly in many good modern roguelike games.”
“When it comes to randomly encountered NPCs and events such as the labyrinth or the snakes and ladders, although they are promising, they did not add much to the gameplay in my case but just cluttered the core gameplay loop of the game.”
“I just wish there was more to the equipment system so the gameplay would be deeper.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game features a fun concept and engaging gameplay loop, but it suffers from significant optimization issues, including bugs, graphic stuttering, and freezing. Many users note that the outdated graphics do not justify the high processing demands, indicating poor optimization overall.
“Certain heroes deal multiplied damage every few attacks, resulting in a behavior that can be optimized.”
“The game's mechanics allow for deep strategic planning, enabling players to optimize their builds for maximum efficiency.”
“I love how the optimization options let me tailor my gameplay experience, making each session feel unique and rewarding.”
“Fun concept, but the game is buggy and poorly optimized (to a point it bothers me).”
“The graphics are what you would find on a PS1 game, so requiring this much processing power makes no sense but only highlights horrible optimization.”
“Fun gameplay loop, but the only issue I've run into is graphic stuttering and freezing in some cases.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are reminiscent of PS1-era visuals, leading to concerns about poor optimization given the game's processing requirements. While some players experience stuttering and freezing, the overall aesthetic is praised as a sincere homage to arcade styles, enhancing the immersive gameplay experience.
“In summary: an absolute love letter to an arcade aesthetic near and dear to my heart delivered extremely sincerely through a fantastic gimmick that'll make you wanna play more and more.”
“There's definitely a depth you could get into with the stats and the calculations but for me, it's a fun gimmick with good gameplay and an incredibly immersive approach to the aesthetic.”
“The graphics are what you would find on a PS1 game, so requiring this much processing power makes no sense and indicates horrible optimization.”
“Fun gameplay loop, but the only issue I've run into is graphic stuttering and freezing in some cases.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game presents an enjoyable concept; however, it suffers from significant bugs and optimization issues that detract from the overall experience.
“Fun concept, but the game is buggy and poorly optimized to the point that it bothers me.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers sufficient replayability to maintain player interest for an extended period.
“Has enough replayability to keep you engaged for a long time.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple paths and endings, you'll find yourself coming back for more.”
“Has enough replayability to keep you going for a while.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play through it again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the music and character designs are praised for their charm, there is no specific mention of character development in the reviews, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point in the game.
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music is highly praised for its enjoyable quality, complementing the game's whimsical character designs.
“I absolutely love the music and the silly character designs.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly catchy and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
“The variety of musical styles keeps each level fresh and engaging.”
