Legends of Solitaire: Curse of the Dragons
- September 28, 2015
- The Revills Games
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Legends of Solitaire: Curse of the Dragons" is a card-based game that combines elements of solitaire and adventure. Players must travel through a mystical world, completing solitaire puzzles to defeat evil dragons and collect sacred artifacts. With 220 levels, numerous power-ups, and a variety of environments and challenges, it offers a robust and engaging solitaire experience.
Reviews
- The game features good voice acting and a reasonably engaging story that adds depth to the solitaire gameplay.
- It offers a variety of gameplay elements, including different difficulty modes and the ability to replay levels, making it suitable for both casual and more dedicated players.
- The graphics are well-presented, and the game runs smoothly, making it a relaxing experience for fans of solitaire.
- The game suffers from excessive grinding, requiring players to replay multiple hands if they fail to meet level objectives, which can become tedious.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as the need to purchase wildcards during play, can feel illogical and disrupt the flow of the game.
- The story is considered generic and not particularly compelling, which may disappoint players looking for a deeper narrative experience.
- story36 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered typical for the genre, featuring a light, cookie-cutter fantasy narrative that unfolds through chapters and is enhanced by good voice acting and visuals. While some players find the storyline engaging and a nice addition to the solitaire gameplay, others view it as unnecessary or dull, with little impact on their overall enjoyment. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the solitaire mechanics, appealing primarily to those who appreciate narrative elements in casual games.
“The storyline is where the game really stands out from the rest of the solitaire games on Steam.”
“It's a pretty standard solitaire game as far as gameplay goes, but where Legends of Solitaire shines is its story.”
“Yes, there is an overarching plot -- you are a group of fantasy adventurers journeying through the dangerous countryside, fighting orcs and dragons as you go.”
“The story is a typical one for games like this, not bad, but not deep.”
“The storyline is useless in my opinion as your actions of playing a card game don't match the actions taking place in the story.”
“The story is stereotypical fantasy and worth skipping unless you really enjoy fairy tales.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Curse of the Dragons" receive mixed reviews; while some players praise them as good and visually appealing, others find them dated and lacking uniqueness. The game features a fantasy aesthetic that enhances the overall experience, but it doesn't significantly stand out in terms of graphical innovation. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay, though opinions vary on their quality.
“Curse of the Dragons is superior in almost every respect: graphics, story, voice acting.”
“Graphics and sound are great.”
“Nice graphics and a nice storyline which makes it more interesting to play, giving you something to aim for.”
“A reasonable solitaire game, but the graphics are quite dated.”
“Although this one has a mildly amusing fantasy aesthetic, complete with the narration of what sounds like a wizened old man, there just isn't much here to set it apart.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its relaxing and beautiful instrumental score, creating a soothing atmosphere that enhances the experience. However, some users noted occasional discordance when multiple tunes play simultaneously. Overall, the ambient music is highly appreciated and often enjoyed independently.
“The ambient music is beautiful and I often find myself just listening to it.”
“The music is very soothing.”
“The music is a relaxing instrumental score and quite good at that, although at times there are two tunes playing at once, which is a bit discordant.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with grinding in games, particularly those that rely heavily on luck, as it can lead to a tedious experience. Many feel that excessive grinding detracts from enjoyment, especially for those who have previously invested significant time in similar mechanics, like in World of Warcraft.
“Games based on luck begin to feel tedious for me.”
“Grinding is an unpleasant label you might apply to it.”
“I've had my fill of grinding after playing WoW for seven years.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Legends of Solitaire" is characterized as standard for the genre, with minor variations in execution compared to other solitaire games. While the core mechanics are familiar, the game distinguishes itself through its engaging story. Players are advised to avoid spending money on weapons, as they can be obtained for free during gameplay.
“It's a pretty standard solitaire game as far as gameplay goes, but where Legends of Solitaire shines is its story.”
“Don't waste your money on the weapons, as you can get them for free during the gameplay.”
“All of these solitaire games are the same in gameplay, but with minor differences in execution.”
