Hellcraze
- February 5, 2021
- ELV Games
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Reviews
- Hellcraze features an awesome heavy metal soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
- The game offers a fun and action-packed experience with a variety of monster spawns and engaging level designs, especially in the early stages.
- It provides a decent amount of gameplay time for an indie title, with a New Game+ mode for added replayability.
- Later levels can become repetitive, diminishing the excitement from the initial stages of the game.
- The equipment system can be confusing, making it difficult for players to understand the bonuses and upgrades available.
- While the graphics are simplistic, they may not appeal to everyone, potentially detracting from the overall experience.
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
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 game is totally worth it; just the soundtrack alone is already worth the price. The developers did a really good job here!”
“The music in the game quickly becomes repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the heavy metal tracks are initially exciting, they soon feel overused and fail to enhance the gameplay experience.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay, leaving moments feeling flat and uninspired.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
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 solid experience for monster-slaying enthusiasts, and the inclusion of a New Game+ mode provides additional content for those seeking more gameplay after completion.
“Overall, Hellcraze is an enjoyable game that will appeal to fans of heavy metal music and action-packed gameplay.”
“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.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are simplistic, which allows players to concentrate more on the core gameplay elements, such as the intense action and narrative surrounding murder and chaos.
“The graphics are stunning, creating a visually immersive experience that draws you into the game world.”
“The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics enhances the overall atmosphere and makes the gameplay even more engaging.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create a visually engaging world.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story centers around a character in battle armor on a mission to combat hellish foes, accompanied by an impressive in-game soundtrack. However, the lack of distinct character classes may limit the narrative depth and player engagement.
“The story is engaging and keeps you hooked from start to finish, 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 impactful within the larger story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or the plot.”
“I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, with no real twists or engaging moments.”
“The dialogue is often cringeworthy and fails to convey any meaningful emotion, leaving the story feeling flat.”
