Great Ambition of the SLIMES
- July 26, 2023
- altairworks
Get on SteamA tactical simulation game where you make slimes take over humans to fight your battles! You have weak, weak slimes under your command. But what if they have the ability to occupy human bodies? Lend your wisdom to the slimes and help them take over the world!
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- Unique gameplay mechanics with a fun absorption and claiming system.
- Improved customization options for slimes and enhanced pixel art graphics.
- Engaging music and a more forgiving difficulty curve compared to the previous game.
- Significant difficulty spikes in the latter half of the game can be frustrating.
- Linear progression with no challenge levels or replayability after completion.
- Poor quality of life features, including lack of checkpoints and undo options during gameplay.
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by charming pixel art, which many players appreciate, particularly noting the impressive design of the slimes. While some fans prefer the sprite artwork from the first game, the overall clarity and beauty of the graphics in this installment have received positive feedback, enhancing the visual experience.
“The graphics are pixel art, which I like, and the slimes look amazing.”
“Also, the characters and scenarios have the same charming pixel art quality—with many of the same basic characters and monsters, but the graphics are far more clear and beautiful compared to the first game.”
“The graphics are pixel art, which I like, and the slimes look amazing.”
“Personally, I prefer the sprite artwork of the first one more.”
“- fine graphic.”
- story8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story is largely a continuation of the previous installment, but many users find it to be even more simplistic and lacking depth. Overall, players are not primarily engaged with the game for its narrative, indicating that the plot serves more as a backdrop than a focal point.
“The plot is pretty much the same as before, except even more barebones.”
“You're not playing this game for the story.”
“The story picks up exactly where the first ambition of the slimes ending said the sequel would start.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's music features a mix of new tracks, which are generally well-received, alongside some pieces from "Slime Tactics." Players appreciate the expanded variety of music, noting it contributes to a relaxing atmosphere.
“The music features a variety of new tracks that are enjoyable, along with some selections from Slime Tactics.”
“The game includes a relaxing music soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
“There are many more music tracks in this game, showcasing the efforts of Skipmore and others.”
“The music is overly repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The soundtrack feels uninspired and fails to enhance the gameplay experience.”
“The music does not match the game's tone, making it feel disjointed.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a unique take on the strategy RPG genre, though users note that there are several UI and gameplay elements that could be improved. Overall, it provides an engaging experience, even if it has room for enhancement.
“There are other UI and gameplay elements that can be improved, but this is still a unique take on a SRPG that I haven't been able to find anywhere else.”
“There goes an hour of gameplay.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews consistently highlight the presence of unnecessary grinding in the game, indicating that players feel the repetitive tasks required for progression are excessive and detract from the overall experience.
“Unnecessary grinding.”
“Unnecessary grinding.”
“Unnecessary grinding.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The consensus among users is that the game lacks replayability, with multiple reviews indicating that once completed, there is little incentive to play again.
“There is absolutely no replayability.”
“The game lacks any form of replayability.”
“Once you finish it, there's no reason to play again.”
