Ichor Burns

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Ichor Burns is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy, anime and science fiction themes. It was developed by Quasar Interactive Games and was released on May 1, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Ichor Burns is a high-octane action anime game set in the desolate world of Vesta. Master a dynamic combat system, seamlessly switching between sword and spell. Explore the expansive quarry, challenge the invading darkness, and unlock powerful abilities. Rise against the odds and forge a new dawn for humanity. The Planet of Vesta has been invaded by an overwhelming force of robots seeking to e…

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91%Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay loop with challenging boss fights.
Good voice acting quality and smooth graphics.
Simple, intuitive combat system with interesting spell mechanics and upgrade options.

Combat feels clunky with some attacks missing or hitting thin air; lacking a jump mechanic and target lock-on.
Short overall experience with limited story explanation and no subtitles for voice acting.
Save system issues where upgrades reset after death, requiring frequent restarts.

story
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The story is considered weak and somewhat confusing, with many players finding the missions and dialogue lacking depth or purpose. However, the gameplay and boss fights are more positively received, making it an enjoyable hack-and-slash experience despite narrative shortcomings.
- “What is the story?”
- “Fix the story and pointless dialogue, fix the combat system, and it's actually a worthwhile game to play.”
- “The missions kind of suck, but overall it's fun for short sessions.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is engaging and addictive with a challenging boss, though it feels somewhat unfinished and could benefit from further optimization and polish. While promising, some mechanics may be unclear, and the overall experience is relatively short.
- “The gameplay loop is addictive and the boss is pretty challenging, even if I don't fully understand how all the spells affect the enemies.”
- “I think the experience is a bit on the short side, but the gameplay loop itself is compelling, and the boss is hard to take down if you don't engage with said loop beforehand.”
- “Gameplay is fun but could use a bit of optimization and finishing touches.”
humor
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The humor is spontaneous and effective, with moments like the hardcut after the boss fight providing a genuine laugh.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers enjoyable gameplay but requires further optimization and refinement to enhance overall performance and polish.