Graveyard Architect
- February 23, 2023
- LUXO Interactive
Get on Steam"Graveyard Architect" is a simulation game divided into day and night stages. During the day, players build and decorate cemeteries while burying the dead, with the goal of deterring restless spirits. At night, players must defend themselves from enraged undead seeking revenge for any mistakes made during the day. Successfully navigating both stages results in a more peaceful afterlife for the deceased and increased player survival.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a unique and interesting concept that combines cemetery management with combat elements.
- The visuals and art style are well done, creating a pleasant atmosphere for gameplay.
- The game is simple and fun, making it a good time killer with potential for future updates.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short time.
- There are significant limitations in gameplay mechanics, such as the inability to move graves once placed and minimal differences between character classes.
- The game feels unfinished, lacking a structured campaign and more challenging elements to keep players engaged.
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users express anticipation for a more developed and refined story, suggesting a classic graveyard groundskeeper theme with potential for a branching narrative. However, some reviews indicate a lack of a substantial story, highlighting a disconnect between expectations and the current narrative depth.
“I'm sure there is a great branching storyline you could give this.”
“There is no story to speak of.”
“The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
“The storyline is completely absent.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their impressive visuals and fluid movement of both characters and mobs, complemented by a well-executed art style featuring detailed monuments, stones, and graves.
“The visuals and movement of both the player character and mobs are on point, and the art style of the monuments, stones, graves, etc. is impressive.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and focuses primarily on the core mechanics, offering a no-frills experience that emphasizes the essential elements of play.
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the lack of options to purchase new upgrades for the graveyard diminishes the game's replayability, as it limits players' ability to explore different strategies or experiences in subsequent playthroughs.
“The variety of choices and paths you can take in the game really enhances its replayability.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and different character interactions.”
“I love how the game encourages multiple runs with its branching storylines and unlockable content.”
“You also can't buy new things to upgrade your graveyard, which seems to limit its replay value.”
“The lack of diverse gameplay options makes it hard to find reasons to replay the game.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its cool vibes, significantly enhancing the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The ambient sounds and visuals create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
“The overall vibe is captivating, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
