Loki

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Loki is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Cyanide Studios and was released on October 5, 2007. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

A fantasy voyage through the great mythologies, Loki allows the player to take on the role of one of the four heroes of the game, each drawn from a different mythology: a mighty Norse fighter, a fierce Greek warrior, a powerful Egyptian magician or an Aztec shaman who masters the secrets of the spirit world. Whatever hero the player adopts, he must come to the aid of the gods he worships. He wi…

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story10 positive mentions

gameplay6 negative mentions

The game offers a variety of characters and mythological settings, providing a unique hack and slash experience.
Many players find the combat satisfying and enjoy the crunchy attacks and blood splatters.
The game has a nostalgic appeal for fans of classic ARPGs, reminiscent of titles like Diablo and Titan Quest.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including crashes and unresponsive controls, which detract from the overall experience.
Combat can become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a grind-heavy gameplay that may bore players over time.
The graphics and interface feel outdated and unpolished, making it difficult for players to fully immerse themselves in the game.

story
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
74%
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The story in this game is criticized for being generic and poorly executed, with a lack of engaging quests and minimal narrative depth. Players noted that the main quest revolves around a local god going mad, but the overall storytelling is unpolished and fails to provide a rewarding experience. While some appreciate the mythology-inspired setting, the execution is often deemed inferior to similar titles like Titan Quest, leading to a disappointing narrative experience.
- “Loki has a great story and a nice female voice to read missions.”
- “The quests, storyline, and mythology are the strong points, but these are let down by poor gameplay mechanics and lack of balance.”
- “The whole story is told by one main quest at the start - the local god from the mythology you picked has gone mad and you have to find out why.”
- “Killing hordes of monsters in Loki is simply boring and unrewarding; there is neither challenge nor a story to back up your progress.”
- “[cons]: the game is basic, the story is bland, and so is the voice acting.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the unique mechanics like god worshipping and finding fun in the simplicity, while others criticize it as dull and monotonous, citing poor mechanics and lack of character customization. The game offers a lengthy experience, but many feel it lacks balance and a proper introduction to its mechanics, leading to frustration. Overall, while there are elements of enjoyment, significant drawbacks hinder the gameplay experience.
- “Shadows Awakening sticks to a classic set of classes and simple mechanics while having a slick modern engine and some interesting lore of its own.”
- “Though the action of a character is simplistic, that simplicity makes the gameplay fun.”
- “Anyway to sum the whole gameplay up - if I didn't speedrun and killed all enemies in all areas, the game to beat on easy would have taken me around 100 hours.”
- “The gameplay is absolutely dull in this action RPG.”
- “The quests, storyline, and mythology are the strong points, but these are let down by poor gameplay mechanics and lack of balance.”
- “About cons... storyline is crap, non-customizing characters, monotonous gameplay a little bit.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated and unpolished, reminiscent of titles from the late 1990s rather than a 2007 release. While some players noted that certain skill effects look impressive, the overall visual quality is considered poor, with limited graphic settings and numerous bugs. Comparisons to contemporaries like Titan Quest highlight the game's graphical shortcomings, leading to a consensus that the visuals do not meet modern standards.
- “Easy to play with nice graphics considering I do not have a fancy gaming card.”
- “Graphics are okay if you're zoomed out, and you heal quickly enough when idle that you can jump right back into action after a few seconds of rest.”
- “[Great boss battles, beautiful graphics/effects, novel mythological settings].”
- “The graphics are a shame for a 2007 release and feel more like something from 1996.”
- “This game came out around the same time as Titan Quest, yet Titan Quest looks 100 times better graphically.”
- “This game has unpolished looking graphics, a horrible UI, a rather badly made loot system, a frustrating skill system, and lousy combat.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
22%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players praising the fitting soundtracks that enhance the experience, particularly in the Egyptian world. However, some users feel that the immersion diminishes after character selection, leading to a lack of memorable or impactful music moments. Overall, while the soundtrack is enjoyable, its effectiveness may wane as the game progresses.
- “The sounds and soundtrack are really good.”
- “It was underscored with fitting music while you decide if you want to be an Aztec shaman, Norse warrior, Greek fighter, or Egyptian mage.”
- “The game worlds have great background music, especially in the Egyptian world.”
- “Sadly, after picking the hero you won't feel much immersion anymore, and since there is nothing noticeable about the music or the sounds, it gets a terrible rating as well.”
- “It was underlined with fitting music while you decide if you want to be an Aztec shaman, Norse warrior, Greek fighter, or Egyptian mage.”
- “Sadly, after picking the hero you won't feel much immersion anymore, and since there is nothing noticeable about the music or the sounds, it gets a terrible rating as well.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is heavily criticized for its excessive grinding, with players noting that it often feels unpolished and buggy, leading to a lack of rewarding gameplay. Many reviewers suggest that the repetitive nature of battling countless enemies detracts from the overall experience, despite the game's beautiful atmosphere.
- “It's very grindy, unpolished, buggy, and not really rewarding. Go buy Grim Dawn or Titan Quest instead.”
- “The whole game is grinding through corridors or areas full of enemies; you kill millions of them (literally).”
- “Yes, it has some bugs and sometimes the game feels unfinished; also, it requires lots of grinding.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a dark, playful tone, particularly through the antics of Loki and the gods' cruel amusement at Baldr's expense. While some players find the humor clunky and occasionally punishing, it still manages to elicit laughter, making the experience enjoyable despite its flaws. Overall, the blend of humor keeps players engaged, even when the gameplay leaves a mixed aftertaste.
- “Cruelly amused, Loki forged a spear from the plant and provided it to Baldr's brother Hodr. The gods had a new favorite game, hurling objects at Baldr and laughing as they harmlessly ricocheted.”
- “Clunky and quite punishing (partly because of the clunkiness) but still funny, LAN multi works for my husband and me, and the backgrounds and characters don't look so bad :)”
- “After playing this for a few hours, I get a funny, bland, bitter taste in my mouth... but yet I still keep playing...”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits several glitches and bugs, leading to a generally unpolished experience, including freezing issues during character selection. While these stability problems can be frustrating, they do not significantly detract from overall enjoyment for some players. However, many reviewers suggest considering alternatives like Grim Dawn or Titan Quest for a more stable experience.
- “It's very grindy, unpolished, buggy, and not really rewarding. Go buy Grim Dawn or Titan Quest instead.”
- “It freezes when I am trying to choose who I want to be.”
- “There are some glitchy and buggy things in the game, but it never has stopped me from enjoying it.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The game offers moderate replayability through its four distinct campaigns, each with unique character restrictions and quests, encouraging players to explore different skill setups. However, the repetitive combat mechanics may limit long-term engagement, making the replay experience feel less impactful over time. Overall, it caters to both casual players and those seeking a more challenging experience.
- “What's interesting is that half of the other 3 eras' territories and quests are locked for your era's character, so the game has like 4 different campaigns which are each a little different. Still, it adds a bit of replayability, if you can call it that.”
- “What's interesting is that half of the other 3 eras' territories and quests are locked for your era's character, so the game has like 4 different campaigns which are each very little different. Still, it adds a bit of replayability, if you can call it that way...”
- “This game offers medium replayability since you can try out different characters to have a significantly different skill setup, but since the combat feels the same, it most likely won't last long anyway.”
- “Seriousness and crazy replayability for strong players.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beauty and richness, featuring a diverse array of enemies, weapons, and skills. Despite some bugs and a sense of incompleteness, players find the immersive environment compelling.
- “It's really atmospheric; there are lots of different enemies, weapons, and skills.”
- “Yes, it has some bugs and sometimes the game feels unfinished, but the atmosphere is beautiful.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for misleading advertising, as it suggests a third-person gameplay experience while the actual gameplay is presented in an isometric view. This discrepancy has led to dissatisfaction among users regarding the transparency of the game's promotional materials.