Hobs

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Hobs is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Teneke Kafalar and was released on August 19, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Hobs is a multiplayer, turn-based strategy card game, where players can compete against each other in PvP matches. Build your own unique deck to suit your strategy, and experiment with different playstyles. With a variety of heroes to collect and master, Hobs offers a deep and engaging experience for fans of strategy games."

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Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game offers strategic diversity, allowing players to experiment with different decks and strategies to defeat opponents.
Visually appealing design and atmosphere draw players into the game, enhancing the overall experience.
Despite being in early access, the game shows potential for improvement and has received positive feedback from some players.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including crashes, long matchmaking times, and a confusing user interface.
Microtransactions and a pay-to-win model detract from the overall experience, making it feel consumer-hostile.
Many players report being unable to even start the game or facing issues with basic functionalities, leading to frustration.

gameplay
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The gameplay is centered around turn-based card mechanics that demand tactical thinking, though some players find it slow and the attack animations basic. While the concept is likened to an auto-chess game and is considered a great idea, it may take time for new players to grasp the mechanics fully.
- “It took me a couple of rounds to understand the basic mechanics; it's an overall great idea for an auto-chess kind of game.”
- “Turn-based gameplay is pretty boring; the attack animations are fairly basic.”
- “The game is built on the mechanics of turn-based card games, requiring players to employ tactical thinking.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics have been criticized for their lackluster 2D visuals, with some reviewers questioning the developer's choice to forego 3D graphics, which became mainstream in the mid-1990s. However, there is a positive note regarding the simplistic design, particularly the shimmering moving water effect on the starting menu.
- “The game features simplistic graphics, but I really like the moving water that appears to be almost shimmering on the starting menu.”
- “The game features really lackluster 2D visuals. Does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?”
- “The game features really lackluster 2D visuals. Does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?”
- “Simplistic graphics; I really like the moving water that appears to be almost shimmering on the starting menu.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is heavily criticized for being laden with mobile app store-style microtransactions, leading users to feel that it is not truly free.
- “This isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features.”
- “It's frustrating that progress is locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending.”
replayability
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The inclusion of "hobs" significantly boosts replayability by introducing strategic diversity, allowing players to explore different tactics and approaches in each playthrough.
- “The game enhances replayability by offering strategic diversity.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the variety of choices available.”
- “The different character paths and endings encourage multiple runs.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics leads to a repetitive experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while grinding can be an effective way to earn in-game currency, it often requires a significant time investment to obtain desirable cards, leading to a potentially frustrating experience.
- “While this is a good technique for making money off the game, it implies that grinding for a good card in this game will take increasingly long amounts of time.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the humor of the developers, noting that their comedic touch adds a lighthearted and enjoyable element to the game.
- “The developers have a great sense of humor that shines through in every aspect of the game.”
- “I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and hilarious situations kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating visual design, which effectively draws players in and enhances the overall experience.
- “The game captivates attention with its appealing visual design and atmosphere.”
music
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The background music is praised for its nostalgic quality, enhancing the game's atmosphere with a charming, old-timey feel.
- “The background music is beautiful and gives the game a nostalgic, old-timey feel, which I really enjoy.”