inVokeR
- July 20, 2017
- 8th Shore, Inc.
Get on Steam"inVokeR is a VR action game featuring one-on-one wizard duels in single and multiplayer modes. Engage in strategic, magical combat and cast earth-shattering spells across four fantasy stages. Train offline against AI, perfect your skills in Time Attack modes, and prove yourself online to become the ultimate Archmage."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fun and energetic gameplay with a unique magic battling system that combines spell casting and dodging mechanics.
- The graphics are polished and the art style is appealing, creating an immersive and enjoyable atmosphere.
- Multiplayer matches are quick to find and provide a fun experience, especially when playing with friends.
- The game suffers from a lack of active players, making multiplayer experiences rare and matchmaking slow.
- Some players have reported issues with spell casting mechanics and controller compatibility, leading to frustrating gameplay.
- The game can become repetitive over time, with limited modes and content, which may lead to boredom after initial enjoyment.
- gameplay20 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its impressive variety and energetic mechanics, including unique features like bouncing fireballs and time manipulation, which enhance the magic battling experience. While the graphics are noted for their appealing cartoon style, some players have encountered a bug affecting a core mechanic, though overall, the gameplay remains fluid and immersive. Multiplayer functionality is effective, but there are suggestions for improved communication options to enhance the pre-battle experience.
“So I tried all the tutorials first, graphically the game is very neat, I love the cartoon style it has, and the gameplay is very impressive!”
“Unlike other magic games, this one adds a big bunch of variety to the gameplay like bouncing fireballs or time slowing.”
“This kind of gameplay creates really intense but fun battles that are good for all types of players.”
“There is a bug in the game causing some players to experience trouble throwing fireballs -- a core mechanic of the game.”
“Gameplay is energetic and multiplayer works well although it needs voice interaction (or something pre-duel to decide venue, etc).”
“In this alpha version, there are no noticeable bugs that impact gameplay; all is fluid like a charm, and the immersion is perfect!”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are consistently praised for their polished, cartoonish style that complements the overall fun and whimsical tone. Reviewers appreciate the neat visuals and effects, noting that the art style enhances the gameplay experience, particularly in the context of magic battles. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's vibe, with potential for further improvements in future updates.
“The art style really shines with the tone of the whole game where it's toony and fun.”
“So I tried all the tutorials first, graphically the game is very neat. I love the cartoon style it has, and the gameplay is very impressive!”
“The game has a really cool vibe, nice polished graphics and effects, PvP is smooth and feels balanced and fun, with lots of room for improvements in future updates.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game functions as intended without noticeable glitches, indicating a stable experience despite its low cost.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the game's atmosphere is immersive and well-suited for a solo campaign, suggesting that it enhances the overall experience and could be further explored in future updates.
