HeistGeist

95%
Game Brain Score Based on 48 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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A story-driven RPG set in a cyberpunk version of Central Europe. Play as Alexandra, doublecrossed street-smart thief on the run after a job gone bad. Put together a team of specialists, execute highly elaborate heists, fight in card-based battles and hack into the most secure corporate systems.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews
story25 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features excellent voice acting and a well-crafted story with engaging characters, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The art style is visually striking and complements the cyberpunk theme, while the music adds to the immersive atmosphere.
  • The combo-based card system is fun and strategic, allowing for creative gameplay and interactions during heists.
  • Combat can become repetitive and lengthy, with fights often lacking challenge and variety, leading to a tedious experience.
  • The deckbuilding options are somewhat limited, making it difficult to experiment with different strategies as the game progresses.
  • There are issues with pacing and linearity, which can detract from the overall enjoyment and exploration of the game.
  • story69 mentions

    The story of Heistgeist is a standout feature, characterized by engaging characters, well-crafted dialogue, and a captivating cyberpunk setting that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the balance between narrative and gameplay, with many noting the emotional depth and quirky elements that keep them invested. However, some critiques highlight that the lack of challenge in combat can detract from the story's perceived stakes, though the storytelling remains a strong draw for fans of narrative-driven games.

    • “Heistgeist is a Slavic-themed cyberpunk card battler game where storytelling takes precedence over deckbuilding, taking you through a series of heists told from the parallel perspectives of each crew member involved.”
    • “The story is well-crafted, with engaging characters that keep you invested throughout the approximately 14-hour playtime.”
    • “The storytelling is top-tier and pulls you in immediately.”
    • “Compared to a traditional roguelike card builder, Heistgeist reduces the paths that can be taken in the service of the story.”
    • “The story would have you believe the stakes are high, but the gameplay doesn't match that vibe.”
    • “I can't recommend playing the game for the story if there's no way to make combat faster/easier, and players looking for a challenge are going to be sorely disappointed too.”
  • gameplay28 mentions

    Heistgeist features engaging gameplay that combines captivating art and a unique card-based combat system, enhanced by clever hacking mechanics. While the game excels in its thematic integration and offers strategic combo opportunities, some players may find the linearity and simplicity of certain mechanics limiting. Overall, it delivers a fun and immersive experience, particularly for fans of deckbuilding and cyberpunk aesthetics.

    • “Heistgeist is a captivating indie game that delivers a thrilling experience with its striking artwork, fun gameplay, and entertaining combat mechanics.”
    • “Heistgeist is a cyberpunk RPG with a card game progression system that compels with its moreish gameplay, a colorful cast of characters all fully (and excellently!) voiced, and some wonderful world-building!”
    • “The game offers straightforward RPG progression with a simple yet strategic combo-based mechanic that keeps the combat exciting.”
    • “The story would have you believe the stakes are high, but the gameplay doesn't match that vibe.”
    • “The hacking mechanics could benefit from added complexity, and the linear gameplay might leave some players craving more freedom.”
    • “And as the cherry on top, there's (afaict) no gameplay speedup option.”
  • music20 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its excellent quality and strong adherence to the cyberpunk theme. The soundtrack, composed by Robert Bruckmayer, features engaging tracks that enhance the immersive experience and are described as "bangers" that could stand out in mainstream games. Overall, the music, along with the visuals and voice acting, significantly contributes to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.

    • “Robert Bruckmayer absolutely nailed the soundtrack.”
    • “Oh, and the music... the tracks are real bangers and fit the cyberpunk theme perfectly.”
    • “The music wouldn't feel out of place in a mainstream cyberpunk game, and the voice acting is of surprisingly high quality.”
    • “Oh, and the music...the tracks are real bangers and fit the cyberpunk theme perfectly.”
    • “The visuals and music totally nail the atmosphere.”
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics of Heistgeist are widely praised for their striking art style, vibrant color palette, and high production quality, which effectively complement the game's retro-cyberpunk theme. Players appreciate the distinct character designs, engaging visuals, and fully voiced dialogue that enhance the overall atmosphere, making it a visually captivating experience. The combination of beautiful artwork and excellent music further elevates the game's appeal, creating an immersive and entertaining environment.

    • “Heistgeist is a captivating indie game that delivers a thrilling experience with its striking artwork, fun gameplay, and entertaining combat mechanics.”
    • “The production quality is very high, characters have distinct personalities and quirks, voice over (Karel!), art style and aesthetics are top notch.”
    • “The art style is maybe not everyone's cup of tea at first sight, but I promise you that this game is better than you think.”
    • “The visuals and music totally nail the atmosphere.”
    • “I love the illustrations, visuals, and characters.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its engaging and fully-voiced dialogue, with standout performances from most characters, particularly Maayan Voss de Bettancourt and Mike Bodie. However, some users expressed dissatisfaction with the main character's voice acting, attributing it to direction rather than performance quality. The art style and writing also received positive remarks, contributing to a compelling narrative experience.

    • “As you assemble a diverse crew of allies, you'll plan and execute daring heists, all while navigating a complex narrative with engaging, fully-voiced dialogue and standout performances.”
    • “The art style is striking, and the writing is really good with awesome characters and every line of dialogue is fully voiced with surprisingly good performances.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beautiful art and effective use of visuals and music, creating an immersive experience. However, some players feel that a lack of challenge diminishes the sense of danger and tension, which could enhance the overall atmosphere. Overall, it is considered a strong point of the game, blending unique ambiance with solid gameplay.

    • “The art is beautiful and sets the atmosphere just right.”
    • “Great atmosphere and nice graphics.”
    • “The visuals and music totally nail the atmosphere.”
    • “The lack of challenge detracts from the story and atmosphere - otherwise its strongest suit - by removing the sense of danger from heists.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating, as it requires repetitive play with limited resources and expensive upgrades, which stifles experimentation. The need to grind for card upgrades can lead to a lack of flexibility in gameplay, forcing players into unchanging strategies that diminish enjoyment.

    • “I've had many turns of playing a rotation of 10+ cheap cards, tediously trudging towards the inevitable end of an already decided encounter.”
    • “But problematically for a card game: the game is actively hostile to experimentation - cards and cyberware are expensive and money is scarce; card upgrades are hidden until you unlock them, and unlocking upgrades takes a nontrivial amount of grinding.”
    • “I pigeonholed myself into an infinite combo early in the campaign, and pivoting would be so tedious that it's easier to just not.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Heistgeist features impressive character development, highlighted by its striking art style and beautiful character design, which is fully voiced. The game offers a rewarding progression system that encourages players to build and explore various character strategies, adding depth to the overall experience.

    • “With a striking art style, deep character development, and a rewarding progression system, Heistgeist offers plenty of depth for players who love building characters and exploring different strategies.”
    • “But what truly stands out is the beautiful character design (and fully voiced too!).”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the emotional depth of the game, noting its ability to hit poignant moments effectively while maintaining a balance that avoids excessive sentimentality. The quirky characters and engaging story contribute to a satisfying emotional experience, leaving players intrigued about potential future developments.

    • “I never thought I would be praising such a basic concept, but after completing a few games where the natural point was missed, Heistgeist hits the emotionally correct moment to stop perfectly, while keeping the doors open for a sequel.”
    • “While built on a fairly standard template, I enjoyed the story with its quirky characters, emotional balance just on the right side of being too cheesy, while constantly nodding at a potential dystopian future.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, although this performance has not been officially verified.

    • “Despite it not being verified, the game runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience throughout.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or major bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its combination of beautiful visuals and engaging, funny gameplay, creating an enjoyable and entertaining experience for players.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely delightful, making every moment enjoyable.”
    • “I love how the witty dialogue and funny scenarios keep me laughing throughout the game.”
    • “The comedic elements are perfectly timed, adding a layer of fun to the gameplay experience.”
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