HANI
- February 26, 2021
- Starmyth
Hani is a Roguelike game that explores dungeons by combining various skills and artifacts.
Reviews
- The combat mechanics are frantic and fun, allowing for wild combinations and synergies of skills.
- The game has a clean and easy-to-read graphical style, and runs smoothly even on lower-end PCs.
- Despite being in early access, the game shows great potential and is enjoyable for fans of roguelikes.
- The arena mode is unbalanced for 2 players co-op, which can detract from the experience.
- Controls need improvement, especially for users on stream decks.
- The game lacks content and variety in basic abilities, making it less engaging for extended play sessions.
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as having a challenging beginning and a complex plot, but it currently lacks clear structure and tone. While some players find the narrative underdeveloped, they appreciate the short and heartwarming ending. Overall, the story seems to be a work in progress, with potential for improvement.
“Very difficult start, but I like it. Plus, you have a very thick plot to work with.”
“Even though I have no clue what the story of the game is, I really liked the ending. It's short and sweet and oddly heartwarming.”
“Hani is still very much in 'alpha' as the UI is very basic; there's no real story, structure, or tone set yet.”
“Even though I have no clue what the story of the game is, I really liked the ending. It's short and sweet and oddly heartwarming.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally clean and easy to read, enhancing the gameplay experience, but some users express a desire for more customizable graphical options and improved animations. While the visuals support the frantic combat well, there are calls for further refinement to elevate the overall quality.
“The graphics are clean and easy to read, and the combat is pretty fun and can get frantic, with all of the moves being quite varied.”
“The graphics and especially the animations need refinement.”
“The only criticisms I have with the game so far are that I wish you could set the window resolution yourself and/or customize the graphical options more. However, that may be a problem only I have, since I'm playing this game on a potato of a PC.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Hani is characterized by dynamic combat mechanics that enable players to create impressive combinations and synergies of skills, resulting in visually spectacular and chaotic gameplay experiences.
“The central combat mechanics of Hani allow for some really wild combinations and synergies of skills, resulting in runs that can look absolutely insane by the end.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward that keeps you coming back for more.”
“Each level introduces new mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and exciting, making every playthrough feel unique.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is commendable, as it runs smoothly even on lower-end hardware, allowing for an enjoyable and fast-paced combat experience.
“Combat itself is frantic and fun, and it runs smoothly on my low-end computer.”
“The game is incredibly well-optimized, allowing for seamless gameplay even on older hardware.”
“I was surprised at how well the game performs; it maintains a steady frame rate without any noticeable lag.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game creates a deeply personal and immersive experience, enhanced by the presence of a silent protagonist that contributes to a consistently dream-like atmosphere.
“There's a very personal feeling to the entire game, and the silent protagonist adds to a constant dream-like atmosphere.”
“The haunting soundtrack and beautifully crafted environments create an immersive atmosphere that pulls you into the game's world.”
“Every corner of the game is filled with intricate details that enhance the overall atmosphere, making it feel alive and enchanting.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game impactful, particularly appreciating the short and sweet ending that evokes a heartwarming response, even if the overall story remains unclear.
“Even though I have no clue what the story of the game is, I really liked the ending. It's short and sweet, and oddly heartwarming.”