Grid Slayer
- February 2, 2022
- Otis Miller
Get on Steam"Grid Slayer" is a strategic game where players must outsmart numerous enemies with superior intelligence. Every elemental interaction matters, as Lightning stuns and spreads through Water, Water puts out Fire, and Fire spreads through Oil. Units gain Momentum with each move, allowing for unique tactical opportunities. Cards can be customized with Mods during campaigns for added damage, AOE, and other effects, and Insights can be unlocked between campaigns for new Cards, Enemies, Weather Effects, and more.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging strategy deckbuilding experience with a lot of interactivity and emergent gameplay mechanics.
- There is a high level of strategic freedom and replayability, with numerous card combinations and environmental factors to consider.
- The developer is responsive and continues to support the game, adding complexity and unlockables over time.
- The game suffers from balance issues and can be janky, leading to accidental player deaths due to powerful card effects.
- Graphics are considered subpar, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
- There are bugs and quality of life issues that need addressing, which may affect gameplay.
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as a mixed bag, with some users finding them appealing while others consider them somewhat unattractive, resembling the work of a less experienced artist. Despite the visual shortcomings, many players appreciate the unique style and aesthetic, suggesting that the overall experience of the game outweighs its graphical flaws.
“It takes the sticker upgrade system of Gloomhaven, the elemental reactivity of Divinity: Original Sin, and the graphics of Dreamquest, and it rolls them all into one grid-based fever dream.”
“It's a very cool game; I like the style and the aesthetic.”
“The visuals are a bit of a mixed bag, but I like it personally.”
“It looks like it was made by one person who couldn't draw very well, so the graphics are kind of ugly.”
“Its takes the sticker upgrade system of Gloomhaven, the elemental reactivity of Divinity: Original Sin, and the graphics of DreamQuest, and it rolls them all into one grid-based fever dream.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its interesting and refreshing mechanics, offering a variety of unlockables and card combinations that enhance the experience. However, the flexible upgrade system can lead to frequent accidental player deaths, indicating a lack of balance in the mechanics. Overall, players find the gameplay engaging despite its challenges.
“There's very interesting combinations of cards you can create, and the mechanics are fun.”
“The gameplay is interesting and refreshing.”
“Lots of unlockables to change gameplay and circumstances.”
“Instead of trying to balance the incredibly flexible and powerful upgrade mechanics, the game just lets the player kill themselves on accident with great regularity.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability, primarily due to its procedural generation, which ensures a fresh experience with each playthrough. Players appreciate the unlimited replay value, making it a compelling choice for fans of turn-based strategy card battlers.
“Nice little turn-based strategy card battler with unlimited replay value due to its procedural generation.”
“Replayability alert!”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality, with multiple users highlighting it as a standout feature. Overall, it contributes positively to the gaming experience.
“The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
“I love the soundtrack; it perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
“The musical score is beautifully composed and adds depth to the gameplay.”
