Hack, Slash & Backstab
- August 31, 2016
- MAGIC Spell Studios
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Reviews
- The game features smooth graphics, highly responsive controls, and great sound design.
- Players can experiment with different classes to find one that suits their playstyle, adding a layer of enjoyment.
- The game is fun, especially when played with friends, and the music enhances the overall experience.
- The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with no leveling system or character customization.
- Many players find the game too difficult at the start, leading to frustration.
- There is little incentive to keep playing, as there are no rewards or engaging story elements.
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for a compelling narrative or reward system to enhance their engagement with the game. The game's origin as a university project has been noted, but it seems to lack a captivating story that motivates players to continue.
“It needs some sort of element that makes me want to play it, some sort of reward or story.”
“I learned of the game through a story on NPR - a group/class project at a local university in my area.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their smoothness and responsiveness, with no lag reported, complemented by great sound and visually appealing imagery. Overall, the technical quality of the graphics is considered solid, though some reviewers note that assessing depth and playability may be more subjective.
“Smooth, fast graphics, highly responsive, no lag, great sound, and pretty pictures.”
“I guess it's easier to give a school grade for solid graphics and technical savvy than it is to judge depth or playability.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as very basic, lacking depth and variety, which leaves players wanting more engagement and complexity.
“Unfortunately, that's about it in terms of gameplay.”
“Very basic gameplay.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that it only offers a brief experience when played solo and in co-op, leading to disappointment and a desire for refunds.
“I can't really recommend this, as it offers no replay value other than to first test it solo and then test it in co-op, and you kind of just want to find that refund option.”
“I can't really recommend this, as it offers no replay value other than to first test it solo and then test it in co-op, and you kind of just want to find that refund option.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the overall experience, effectively punctuating key moments and contributing to the game's atmosphere.
“The music really puts a punctuation on everything and is really great.”
