Knock on the Coffin Lid: Prolog

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"Knock on the Coffin Lid: Prolog" is a free game where you, as Persival, a knight seeking revenge after a betrayal, journey through three regions to return home and unravel secrets. Collect powerful artifacts, build unbeatable decks, and fight enemy leaders to assert your authority. The full version will feature two additional hero storylines and multiple endings determined by your choices.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a rich narrative experience with interconnecting stories and strategic depth, making it more than just another deck-builder.
Visually appealing with great art, sound effects, and voice acting, the game provides an immersive atmosphere that enhances gameplay.
As a free demo, it delivers a substantial amount of content, allowing players to explore various paths and strategies without any cost.

The game can become repetitive as players must restart after each loss, which may lead to frustration over time.
There are numerous bugs and a lack of clarity in combat mechanics, which can hinder the overall experience.
Balancing issues exist with certain cards being overpowered or underwhelming, affecting gameplay dynamics.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The game's story features a Groundhog Day or Re:Zero-inspired protagonist on a mission, allowing players to explore various paths and worldbuilding elements. While the narrative is engaging with plot twists and player influence, it eventually reveals predetermined routes to complete the game. Overall, the story is well-received, offering a deeper focus compared to similar games like Slay the Spire, though some find it a bit slow-paced.
- “The game is an interesting twist on the classic card roguelike with an in-depth storyline that the player can influence.”
- “Really enjoying the deck-building roguelite with the plot twists and development as the runs go on.”
- “A game definitely inspired by Slay the Spire with a bigger focus on storytelling.”
- “The nods are predetermined, but the story makes you run different routes each time, knowing what to expect somewhere.”
- “In some ways this does help move along the story or allow for you to explore the worldbuilding, but eventually the main paths you have to take to beat the game become apparent.”
- “Large game with a fun (albeit a bit slow-paced for my taste) story and voice acting.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
The gameplay is highly praised for its excitement and depth, offering a variety of tactics and builds through three distinct heroes, each with unique subclasses. While some mechanics could benefit from clearer explanations, the overall experience is immersive and engaging, earning a solid score of 80/100.
- “Very exciting gameplay, where there is really a lot of scope for a variety of tactics and builds, three different heroes, and each has its own subclass, the game is played in a special, unique way.”
- “I wish a few mechanics were explained more clearly, but I suppose I can look online for some of the finer points.”
- “I give it a solid 80/100 for gameplay, story writing, and mechanics.”
- “This technique has a very good effect on immersion and involvement in the gameplay.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The graphics are generally praised for their beauty, with a refined art style in cutscenes and events that enhances the overall experience. The combat visuals evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of classic games like Dragonfable, while the sound effects and music complement the visual presentation effectively.
- “The art style in combat reminds me a lot of Dragonfable; if you're slowly getting old like me, you know haha.”
- “In the cutscenes and events, the art style seems more refined and is very nice.”
- “Pretty graphics, good sound effects, and music.”
- “The art style in combat reminds me a lot of Dragonfable; if you're slowly getting old like me, you know what I mean.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with multiple users describing it as a "buggy mess," indicating significant issues with performance and reliability.
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
- “The game suffers from numerous stability issues.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game is consistently praised alongside its graphics and sound effects, contributing to an overall positive auditory experience.
- “The music is beautifully composed and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment more immersive.”
- “The sound effects and music create an engaging atmosphere that keeps you hooked.”

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