Heck Deck
- April 23, 2018
- torcado
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Get on itch.io StoreHeck Deck is a fast-paced, rogue-like dungeon crawler that challenges you to build your own deck of cards. Battle enemies, dodge traps, and collect loot to improve your deck as you descend into the depths of randomly generated dungeons. With a variety of cards, enemies, and upgrades, each run is unique and offers a fresh challenge.
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Reviews
- Unique and innovative blend of bullet hell and card game mechanics that keeps players engaged.
- Charming art style and lively music enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable to play.
- Challenging gameplay that encourages experimentation and strategic thinking, rewarding players once they grasp the mechanics.
- Lacks a proper tutorial or clear instructions, leaving many players confused about how to play.
- Optimization issues lead to performance problems, especially during intense moments with multiple projectiles.
- Controls can feel unwieldy and frustrating, particularly on mobile devices, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as unique and innovative, featuring mechanics where time only moves when the player does, which adds a strategic layer to combat. However, many users feel that the game lacks sufficient tutorials or explanations for its mechanics, leading to initial confusion. Overall, while some players find the gameplay fun and challenging, others express frustration with its complexity and the learning curve.
“Was a bit tricky at first to guide and play the cards smoothly without much self-damage, but after a couple of seconds, I adjusted quickly and the gameplay was simple but challenging.”
“Fun game with the interesting mechanics of time only moving when you do and taking damage from cards (the 'bullets' from enemies) to add them to your hand and use later!”
“Fantastic game, innovative and solid mechanically, and fun and challenging.”
“It could do with further informative text on how certain mechanics work, especially the unlockable players.”
“Basically confusing gameplay that doesn't offer any explanation, help, or at least some tutorial.”
“It is very unique in its own aspect with its gameplay, but I am not fond of the gameplay.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and charm, contributing significantly to the overall lively and epic atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the exceptional quality of the sound design, noting that it enhances the gameplay experience and complements the art style effectively.
“Also love the music and art too, everything's just so lively and charming!”
“I just started the game and the music is beautiful.”
“I normally don't do reviews at all unless I find one I do really like, which is rare especially nowadays with games, but this one is awesome! No lies, it's so well made—everything from the art style to the sounds and music is just epic!”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game faces notable optimization issues, including temporary freezes when multiple projectiles are spawned and frequent stuttering even on decent devices. While some users suggest that performance may vary based on hardware, there is a consensus that further optimization is needed for a smoother experience.
“I think my old phone has the same chip, so maybe the old phone was throttling performance or it was running it at high refresh rate mode.”
“However, I give 4 stars because the game needs a little more optimization.”
“Suffers from optimization issues, as when several projectiles are spawned, it causes the game to freeze temporarily.”
“Frequent stuttering on a decent phone and not much about the game is actually explained.”
“This game could use some optimizations.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their exceptional quality, with users highlighting the impressive art style and overall visual presentation as "epic" and well-crafted. The combination of visuals, sound, and gameplay contributes to a standout experience that resonates positively with players.
“The graphics in this game are absolutely stunning, with a unique art style that really brings the world to life.”
“Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
“The combination of vibrant colors and intricate designs creates an immersive experience that is hard to forget.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be uplifting and joyful, consistently highlighting its ability to evoke positive emotions and create a lighthearted experience.
“It's a great game that is really light and made me feel happy.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as being effective and engaging, with players appreciating the cleverness of the dialogue and the importance of choices that enhance the comedic experience.
“The humor in this game is spot on, especially with the clever dialogue and witty one-liners.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay mechanics, making every moment enjoyable.”
“The comedic timing in the cutscenes had me laughing out loud; it's a refreshing take on the genre.”
