Gorgon Shield

About

In "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.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

optimization8 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept that combines RPG elements with roguelite mechanics, offering a fun and addictive gameplay loop.
The developer is responsive and actively working on improvements, which enhances the overall experience.
The retro art style and nostalgic feel contribute to a charming atmosphere, making it enjoyable for casual play.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, leading to lost progress and frustrating gameplay experiences.
Optimization issues result in slow loading times and significant frame rate drops, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
The game could benefit from more content, such as additional levels, upgrades, and gameplay depth to keep players engaged longer.

gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
58%
8%
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, some elements, like randomly encountered events, are seen as cluttering rather than enhancing the experience. Overall, it offers a satisfying but short experience, reminiscent of classic arcade games, with room for improvement in its systems and mechanics.
- “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.”
- “The labyrinth event changes the gameplay perspective from the default to a top-down one, and you aim to escape the labyrinth to continue your journey.”
- “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.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
10%
80%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting bugs, graphic stuttering, and freezing, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite its fun gameplay concept, the outdated graphics and high processing demands highlight poor optimization choices.
- “For example, certain heroes deal multiplied damage every few attacks, resulting in a behavior that can be optimized.”
- “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 and is a result of horrible optimization.”
- “Fun gameplay loop, but the only issue I've run into is graphic stuttering and freezing in some cases.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The graphics are reminiscent of PS1-era titles, leading to concerns about poor optimization given the game's processing requirements. While the arcade aesthetic is celebrated and adds to the immersive experience, players have reported issues with graphic stuttering and freezing during gameplay. Overall, the visuals evoke nostalgia but may detract from the overall experience due to technical shortcomings.
- “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.”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of a PS1 game, which makes the high processing power requirement seem nonsensical and points to poor optimization.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features an engaging concept; however, it suffers from significant bugs and poor optimization, which detracts from the overall experience for many players.
- “Fun concept, but the game is buggy and poorly optimized (to a point it bothers me).”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the game offers sufficient replayability to maintain their interest for an extended period.
- “Has enough replayability to keep you going for a while.”
- “Has enough replayability to keep you going for a while.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the game's music and whimsical character designs, suggesting that while the characters may not undergo significant development, their charm and creativity contribute positively to the overall experience.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its enjoyable quality, complementing the whimsical character designs that add to the overall charm.
- “I love the music and the silly character designs.”
- “I love the music and the silly character designs.”