Hollow Survivors: Prologue
- July 24, 2024
- Danny Deer
Get on SteamCHECK OUT OTHER GAMES About the Game The prologue is only part of the full game and is completely free. Every player will be able to play it and see what awaits them in the full version of the game. Hollow Survivors: Prologue is a rogue-like dungeon crawler where you play as one of the few remaining sane Hollows. Slash through hordes of horrific creatures and fight your way to the top of t…
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Reviews
- The game features a beautiful art style and intuitive controls, making it enjoyable to play.
- Gameplay is fun and satisfying, with a good variety of weapons and abilities that allow for unique tactics.
- The game has potential for growth, with many players excited for the full release and additional content.
- Movement speed feels sluggish, making it difficult to navigate and avoid enemy attacks effectively.
- The tutorial lacks clarity, leaving players confused about certain mechanics and controls.
- Some battles can feel unbalanced, with overpowered enemies and frustrating mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
- graphics25 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the unique art style and immersive environments, describing them as stunning and well-integrated with gameplay. However, some users criticize the graphics for being clunky or unpolished, expressing a desire for improvements and smoother performance. Overall, while the art style is generally well-received, there are calls for enhancements to the graphical fidelity and gameplay mechanics.
“Love the art style.”
“The art style in my opinion is quite unique, and I like how the characters and enemies all share the design of having some kind of 'hollowed' out section of their body.”
“The graphics are stunning, and I couldn't get enough of the immersive environment.”
“Ai-generated title art, unnecessary 'heavy' feeling movement of a main character, and clunky unpolished graphics simply are a disgrace to the games alike in that genre and sore to my eyes.”
“Here's to hope that devs care about their game to make it better and not just as a money-grabber with placeholder graphics on release.”
“This game is okay... this art style is getting really old.”
- gameplay23 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its enjoyment and satisfying mechanics, particularly with the use of various weapons and abilities. However, many players feel it could benefit from more upgrades, balancing, and additional gameplay elements to enhance variety and depth. While the art style and overall design are well-received, some users noted issues with bugs and a need for smoother gameplay.
“The gameplay is great; the great axe was really fun to use.”
“Very interested in the world and the other characters so far, and the gameplay is so satisfying once I got the hang of it.”
“The game has excellent mechanics and plenty to master, like timing a dash after an attack to become invulnerable.”
“Gameplay itself is... ok.”
“The game has solid mechanics, but it could use more features.”
“The tutorial and controls are fine, but there's room for more gameplay elements and variety.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game have received high praise, with users rating it a solid 9/10, particularly noting its quality for a free game. Many reviewers highlight the music as "top-notch" and "lit," indicating strong expectations for even better audio in the full release.
“The sound effects and music are top-notch!”
“The sound/music: solid 9/10; it's really good for a free game but I will definitely be expecting something more on full release.”
“The sound effects and music are lit!”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't add anything to the experience.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding in the game to be satisfying, even those who typically dislike it, suggesting that the progression system is well-designed. For fans of grinding mechanics, "Hollow Survivors" comes highly recommended.
“Progression feels good, and this is coming from a woman who typically hates endless grinding.”
“If you like grinding games, I'd like to recommend Hollow Survivors.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the character of the Skull King boss, who is both funny and tough, providing players with a challenging yet entertaining experience.
“The Skull King boss was hilarious and challenging.”
“Skull King boss was funny and tough.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is often highlighted as a compelling and engaging element of the game, with players appreciating its depth and character development. Many reviews note that the narrative effectively complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, the integration of music further enriches the storytelling, creating an immersive atmosphere.
“The story is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with its rich characters and unexpected twists.”
“I was captivated by the narrative; it felt like I was part of a living, breathing world with every choice I made.”
“The plot is beautifully crafted, intertwining various storylines that keep you engaged from start to finish.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates good stability with minimal bugs reported; however, users have noted a slight issue with aspect ratio on ultrawide displays, which may not be a common concern.
“It wasn't buggy, apart from a slightly skewed aspect ratio on my ultrawide (which isn't the common display, I understand, but still worth noting from a technical point of view).”
