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Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum

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84%Game Brain Score
gameplay, emotional
story, graphics
84% User Score Based on 56 reviews

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Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum is a single player action game. It was developed by Cloudhead Games Ltd. and was released on December 18, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Coliseum gives you a telekinetic playground to wield a mystical power, solve puzzles, and meet "The Beast,” in a slice of fantasy from the VR world of The Gallery: Heart of the Emberstone.

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews
gameplay2 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Engaging gameplay with dynamic battles and a variety of opponents that keep players entertained.
  • The loot system is well-designed, allowing for strategic changes in tactics based on collected items.
  • The demo offers a fun and immersive experience with polished controls and interesting puzzles.
  • Graphics are somewhat outdated and the story feels underdeveloped.
  • Controls can be overly sensitive and clunky, making gameplay frustrating at times.
  • The demo has technical issues, including lag and bugs that detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as intriguing and set within an immersive environment, enhancing the overall experience of the game. However, some users feel that the content is too short and may not justify the price, especially for those who are looking for a more substantial narrative experience. Overall, while the atmosphere and interaction are praised, the game's brevity and limited story depth may deter some players.

    • “An immersive environment that offers more than just the storyline.”
    • “Everything is pretty great and immersive and well made; the story is intriguing, the atmosphere is nice, and the interaction is what I expect from VR.”
    • “If you plan to venture on as Alex in the story of the gallery, don't play this game.”
    • “They should have just put a demo option in instead of creating a 'new game'. It's fun, but it's a very short experience. I can't recommend it if you are planning to play E2 but don't have the $30 USD to throw at it, because you are probably presented with a story in the full game.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the detailed visuals and solid controls, particularly in VR, while others criticize graphical issues, bugs, and a lack of polish in certain areas. Despite the potential for impressive graphics, players have reported performance problems even on high-end PCs, leading to a less than optimal experience. Overall, while there are standout elements, the graphics are inconsistent and can detract from gameplay.

    • “This is what graphics in VR should look like.”
    • “Cool detailed graphics, good solid controls, fun mini puzzles, very probably will try the full game!”
    • “The visuals are fine, the sound (music) is great, controls are polished.”
    • “I tried lowering the graphics settings even though I've got a pretty beefy PC, but even at the lowest possible setting it still kept getting seizures every time I tried to do anything other than standing still.”
    • “There are also some graphical issues.”
    • “Kinda lackluster graphics in some areas, some graphical bugs, janky controls, and nothing to do... if this was a desktop demo and not put out into the content vacuum of VR it would be getting much more negativity from the Steam community.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the gameplay engaging, particularly praising the telekinesis mechanics as some of the best they've experienced. However, there are concerns about the core mechanics needing improvement, especially in the coliseum mode, which affects their willingness to invest further in the game.

    • “The mechanics are fun as hell, probably the best telekinesis I've used in a game.”
    • “The mechanics of the gauntlet were easy to pick up and the music is awesome.”
    • “I would love to see more of this, but until the core mechanic is fixed in the coliseum, I can't put money into the actual game.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that achieving character goals often requires repetitive actions and resource management. Some players have discovered methods to bypass traditional grinding, allowing them to maximize their characters more efficiently, but these strategies can be convoluted and may not be accessible to all. Overall, grinding is seen as a necessary but tedious part of the gameplay experience.

    • “Grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the actual gameplay.”
    • “The amount of time required to level up is ridiculous; it feels more like a chore than fun.”
    • “I find myself doing the same repetitive tasks over and over just to progress, which really kills the excitement.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is criticized for being poor, with reports of bugs, lag, and unresponsive controls. Users have experienced significant issues that detract from gameplay, indicating a need for improvements in performance and reliability.

    • “Buggy demo with horrid controls, lag, and broken features.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game engaging, as it evokes a sense of empowerment through the mechanics of controlling the sign and navigating challenges. The desire for telekinetic abilities adds a personal connection, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Secretly, I've always wanted telekinesis powers, and this made me feel powerful.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as awesome and a standout feature that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The mechanics of the gauntlet were easy to pick up, and the music is awesome.”
    • “The visuals are fine; the sound (music) is great, and the controls are polished.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have reported significant optimization issues, particularly when using powerful abilities, which lead to noticeable stuttering and glitches during gameplay.

    • “Every time I used my godlike powers to pick something up, the game started stuttering and glitching all over the place.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive quality and well-crafted design, contributing to an intriguing story and satisfying interactions in the VR experience.

    • “Everything is immersive and well-made; the story is intriguing, the atmosphere is nice, and the interaction is what I expect from VR.”
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Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum is a action game.

Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum is available on PC and Windows.

Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum was released on December 18, 2017.

Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum was developed by Cloudhead Games Ltd..

Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Heart of the Emberstone: Coliseum is a single player game.

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