Kritika: Reboot is a hyper-stylized, anime brawler game featuring over-the-top action with giant blades, superguns, and dazzling acrobatics. Fight with friends or rampage solo through hordes of enemies and super-sized bosses in an epic fantasy world.
Fast-paced and engaging combat that allows for flashy combos and skill chains.
Great community interaction, with opportunities to meet and play with other players.
Fun character classes with unique abilities and playstyles.
Repetitive gameplay, especially at endgame, with a heavy focus on grinding the same dungeons.
Pay-to-win elements that can hinder free-to-play players' progress.
Poor localization and translation issues that can confuse players.
gameplay
406 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this game is characterized by fast-paced, action-oriented combat that is visually appealing and engaging, making it accessible for casual players. However, many users note that the gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, especially in the endgame, where the mechanics may feel tedious and less rewarding. Overall, while the combat mechanics and character diversity are praised, the experience can be marred by issues such as lag and a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics.
“The game has nice features, is simple and straightforward, the action combat is super fast and flashy which makes the gameplay super interesting. The game design is nice for an anime hub-based game; if this game ever gets a remaster version on the new game engines, I am pretty sure that it would attract even more players!”
“Engaging gameplay: the combat was quick and satisfying, making it easy to jump in and enjoy.”
“Awesome gameplay with lots of completely different styles according to the specialization you choose, worth a try just for that alone.”
“There's an immense amount of options and mechanics that you never feel a need for as you level, but at the same time continue to accumulate until there's an entire book worth of information you don't understand.”
“Second of all, aside from that there's nothing here, to be honest. The gameplay cycle gets really boring really quick since you start off so overpowered you literally take no damage from enemies, so it's more of a tedious chore than a rewarding and challenging grind.”
“The gameplay, from the one fight I did, is tedious and boring.”
story
386 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in this game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and poorly executed, often feeling like a series of fetch quests that require grinding through the same dungeons multiple times. While some appreciate the potential of the narrative and the immersive world, issues such as poor translation, generic quest design, and lack of engaging plot twists detract from the overall experience. Overall, the story is often considered secondary to the gameplay mechanics, with many players opting to skip dialogue and focus on combat instead.
“The story, don't know why but I was really into it, and you have so many places to discover that makes you feel to be there in that adventure.”
“It has amazing gameplay with an immersive storyline.”
“I love the story and the characters; I just hoped it wasn't gender locked on your character though.”
“The story is pretty subpar and definitely executed poorly.”
“If you're looking for a game with a well thought-out story, you're not going to find it here.”
“The voice acting is cringey to say the least and the story is so generically stupid that I feel like taking a nice break after constipating for a day would be more interesting.”
graphics
304 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the colorful, cartoony art style and flashy animations, which provide a refreshing contrast to more realistic RPGs. However, several users note that the visuals appear dated, reminiscent of early 2000s graphics, and some experience issues with optimization and resolution settings. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they are often described as charming and suitable for the game's style, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“Graphics are crisp and 'cartoony', which is a great break from some of the ultra-realistic RPGs that I usually play.”
“The fully free game is very enjoyable graphics-wise, the skill effects are beautiful and furious very early on in the game.”
“Amazingly good graphics and the fighting system is something to die for.”
“Graphics look dated but combat and animations are super flashy.”
“Game sucks, throws you into low resolution graphics from the start.”
“The graphics are very subpar, you know n64-like for 2017 (yeah, yeah it's an exaggeration but you can tell how low poly the models are and just how low res everything is. It's a 2017 game).”
grinding
298 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention among players, with many describing it as excessively tedious and time-consuming, especially at the endgame where progression often requires repetitive dungeon farming. While some players appreciate the grind for the sense of achievement and community it fosters, others find it overwhelming and frustrating, particularly for new or undergeared players who struggle to keep up with the veteran base. Overall, the game is characterized as highly grindy, with mixed feelings about whether this enhances or detracts from the overall experience.
“What I dislike about this game is the hardcore farming that the devs force you to do after max level in order for you to progress, something that is really hard for new/undergeared players since the game's player base is mostly veterans who are highly geared and mostly play with other veterans and not with new players.”
“Once you get to max level, there is still plenty to do if you don't mind grinding to upgrade gear.”
“Only after you're done with the countless hours of grinding can you actually start doing the raids which are the fun content, but the grinding part is what made me lose interest in the game.”
music
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its energetic and fitting heavy metal soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some criticize the repetitiveness of the tracks, particularly in story mode, where the same songs are used across multiple stages, leading to a monotonous feel. Overall, while the soundtrack is considered a strong point by some, others find it lacks variety and depth.
“The music is awesome and fits everything perfectly.”
“In my opinion, the music is one of its strongest points.”
“Seriously, I found myself having chills running down my back as I was dashing through hordes of enemies, ripping them apart with immense style, while an incredibly kick-ass metal soundtrack accompanied it.”
“Trash music.”
“But the music is trash, UI trash.”
“The music is hype though, but even that cannot make up for the barebones and monotonous gameplay.”
optimization
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players citing significant performance issues such as freezing, stuttering, and outdated graphics/UI. While some users report smooth gameplay, the overall consensus indicates that the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance the experience, especially for PC gamers.
“I like the dynamic it has; once you reach level 70 (which you can do in a day), then it's all about time optimization and daily play.”
“It's no Vindi, but it sure as hell is better optimized!”
“The experience/rewards gained from clearing is also based on performance.”
“Badly optimized - both in menu and in game.”
“Terrible optimization, everything you do causes the game to freeze and stutter.”
“Edit: forgot to say about the terrible optimization with long delays.”
monetization
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization in the game has been widely criticized as excessive and exploitative, with many reviewers labeling it a "cash grab" that heavily relies on microtransactions and loot boxes. Players express frustration over the need to spend significant money to progress and access endgame content, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the game's free-to-play model, the overwhelming presence of monetization tactics has led to a negative perception among users.
“It's amazing and free with very little monetization.”
“I'm going to give it a recommend but just barely; monetization needs to be toned down, especially prices for costumes.”
“One of the big problems is monetization.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its subtle jokes and funny character designs, such as the fashion NPC "Lugerfeld." Many find the game amusing, especially when played with friends, though some note that the grind can become repetitive and detract from the humor. Overall, the game balances fun gameplay with a lighthearted tone, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its comedic elements.
“A funny thing is that you get little pop-up reminders about how long you've been playing and urging you to take breaks.”
“A matter of taste, but objectively, it is a well-made game with a subtle sense of humor - the fashion NPC 'Lugerfeld' for example - and a great combat system.”
“This game is so funny, but you need to have at least one friend.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is notably poor, with persistent bugs and glitches that have not been adequately addressed since the closed beta. Players report significant issues during startup and compatibility problems, particularly when using Steam, leading to a frustrating experience. While it runs well on lower-end systems, certain classes are described as nearly unplayable due to their instability.
“Runs great even on low-end hardware.”
“You'll be lucky to get this game running; very buggy, has a massive hissy fit when initially trying to boot and will assume legit programs are not and refuses to run.”
“The game didn't change much from closed beta; it got a few new playable characters, but that is it, the same bugs and glitches remain.”
“There are a few classes that are totally buggy and you could almost say unplayable.”
character development
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Character development in the game is generally strong, though it suffers from a lack of customization options. While character and monster designs are competent, they often lean towards generic anime tropes, with a few standout bosses and attractive character designs. Overall, the humor found in voice acting and NPC design adds a lighthearted touch to the experience.
“The monster and character designs are competent, but nothing stands out too much, with the exception of a few cool looking bosses, some spiky haired heroes, and a number of well endowed, beautiful ladies and cute moe girls.”
“More often than not, me and my friend pick out odd things in the voice acting or NPC character design and laugh at them.”
“Character development is strong, but still lacking some customization.”
“The monster and character designs are competent, but nothing stands out too much, with the exception of a few cool looking bosses.”
“More often than not, my friend and I pick out odd things in the voice acting or NPC character design and laugh at them.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its strong sense of community, though it can be negatively affected by individual player behavior. While many contribute positively, the presence of self-serving players can create a mixed or odd atmosphere at times.
“Great atmosphere and community.”
“Better than nothing and helps give atmosphere.”
“While some people may help lower levels, they have their own goals, and it creates an odd atmosphere.”
“While some people may help lower levels, they have their own goals, of course, and it creates an odd atmosphere.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the wholesome nature of the streamers, who actively engage and support the community. However, there is a sentiment that the game lacks emotional rewards and presents challenges for free players in terms of customization options.
“The streamers are usually very wholesome, enjoy helping others, and try to answer as much as they can.”