Hellcraze

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Hellcraze is a single player casual shooter game with a horror theme. It was developed by ELV Games and was released on February 5, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Hellcraze is a bullethell dungeon crawler game, your mission is simple... KILL THEM ALL!

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

Dynamic gameplay with a heavy metal soundtrack that enhances the experience.
Engaging roguelike mechanics with a variety of weapons and upgrades that keep each run fresh.
Challenging yet fair difficulty that encourages learning and skill improvement.

Procedural generation can lead to less favorable level designs at times.
Enemy variety may feel limited as the game progresses.
Later levels can become repetitive, diminishing the initial excitement.

music
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The game's heavy metal soundtrack is widely praised for its ability to enhance the overall experience, perfectly complementing the action-packed gameplay. Fans of the genre will find the selection of tracks exceptional, with many reviewers highlighting the music as a standout feature that adds significant value to the game. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major highlight, making the game worth playing for its audio alone.
- “The game starts off strong with a heavy metal soundtrack that sets the tone for what's to come.”
- “There's no way to not mention the killer soundtrack; it really fits the game and is awesome to play while listening to it!”
- “The soundtrack alone is worth the price; the developers did a really good job here!”
- “The game features a limited variety of music tracks that quickly become repetitive.”
- “While the heavy metal soundtrack is initially exciting, it lacks diversity and becomes monotonous over time.”
- “The music doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay, making some moments feel flat and uninspired.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in Hellcraze is engaging and varied, appealing to fans of heavy metal and action, though some players find the monster spawns overwhelming and later levels repetitive. The game offers a fun monster-slaying experience, and the inclusion of a New Game+ mode provides additional content for players seeking more challenges. Overall, it strikes a balance between fresh mechanics and enjoyable action.
- “While the later levels may become a bit repetitive, the game's overall design and mechanics make it a fun experience for those who enjoy a good monster-slaying adventure.”
- “At this point, I'm used to indie games being 2-5 hours max. This game also has New Game+, so if you manage to beat it, there's yet even more gameplay to sink your teeth into.”
- “This variety helps to keep the gameplay feeling fresh, although there are times when the monster spawns can be overwhelming.”
- “Overall, Hellcraze is an enjoyable game that will appeal to fans of heavy metal music and action-packed gameplay.”
- “At this point, I'm used to indie games being 2-5 hours max. This game also has New Game+ so if you manage to beat it, there's yet even more gameplay to sink your teeth into.”
graphics
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The graphics are simplistic, which allows players to concentrate on the core gameplay elements, such as the action and storyline.
- “The graphics are stunning, creating a vibrant and immersive world that draws you in.”
- “The attention to detail in the environments is incredible, making every scene feel alive.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully executed, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
- “The graphics are simplistic, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the story.”
story
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The story centers around a character in battle armor on a mission to combat hellish foes, featuring an impressive in-game soundtrack that enhances the experience. However, the lack of distinct character classes may limit narrative depth and player choice.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you on the edge of your seat, with unexpected twists that make every mission feel fresh and exciting.”
- “The character development is rich, allowing players to form deep connections with the protagonists and understand their motivations.”
- “The narrative is woven seamlessly into the gameplay, making every action feel meaningful and contributing to the overall experience.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in the outcomes.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”