Kramora's Shadow

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Kramora's Shadow is a single player hack and slash game. It was developed by Slashware Interactive and was released on February 9, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Ananias Roguelike is a turn-based dungeon crawler set in a dark, fantasy world. The game features procedurally generated levels, permadeath, and a wide range of character classes and skills to choose from. Your goal is to defeat the Named, powerful enemies that rule the depths of the dungeon, and uncover the mystery behind the game's lore.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

Ananias is an easy-to-pick-up roguelike that offers a fun and addictive experience with multiple classes and replayability.
The game features charming retro graphics and engaging character animations, making the gameplay feel lively and immersive.
It provides a good balance of simplicity and depth, allowing casual players to enjoy it while still offering challenges for those who want to delve deeper.

Some players find the gameplay mechanics to be shallow and lacking the depth typically expected from roguelikes.
The game can feel generic and repetitive, with some reviewers noting a lack of unique hooks or innovations.
There are complaints about clunky tile movement and a lack of achievements or trading cards, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a fun and simple dungeon crawler with a turn-based roguelike structure, featuring several classes that offer varied playstyles. However, some players feel that it lacks depth in its mechanics, despite having interesting elements and good documentation for features like alchemy. Overall, it successfully blends classic gameplay with a modern interface, making it engaging yet somewhat shallow.
- “Turn-based roguelike with a couple of interesting classes and mechanics; it also has great documentation on how to do different things such as alchemy.”
- “Ananias is a great roguelike, blending classic gameplay with a modern interface.”
- “However, this game doesn't seem to have a lot of depth to the gameplay mechanics that you typically expect.”
- “I want the same gameplay, just different everything else.”
- “Fun and simple dungeon crawler; there are several different classes available, so the gameplay style changes enough to keep it interesting.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as nice retro visuals that complement its old-school roguelike style. While some players appreciate the polished and well-designed interface, others note that the basic graphics do not detract from the overall enjoyment and addictive gameplay.
- “This is a great little roguelike game; it has nice retro graphics.”
- “Addictive, well polished, old-school roguelike with good graphics and a good interface.”
- “Don't let the graphics fool you; you can really have lots of enjoyment with it.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to complement the atmosphere, featuring an intimate and engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate how the sound design contributes to the game's balanced and enjoyable gameplay, making exploration and discovery even more rewarding.
- “The sounds, OST, and music fit well with the atmosphere.”
- “The game itself is very balanced and it's a joy to play, with responsive controls, an awesome and intimate soundtrack, and a lot of secrets to discover.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability through its procedural dungeons and a variety of character classes, encouraging players to explore different playstyles. The inclusion of alchemy and magic further enhances the replay value for those interested in experimenting with diverse gameplay mechanics.
- “Procedural dungeons and multiple classes should provide a decent amount of replayability.”
- “The multiple character classes, alchemy, and magic add a tremendous amount to the replay value for those willing to explore them.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its effective integration of sound, original score, and music, which collectively enhance the overall immersive experience of the game.
- “The sounds, OST, and music fit perfectly with the atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the comedic element of being able to throw armor, which adds a lighthearted and amusing twist to gameplay.
- “You can throw armor too, which is hilarious.”