Lost City of Vampires

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Lost City of Vampires is a single player action game. It was developed by WRF Studios and was released on February 22, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Sent by the Council to hunt the "lost city" factions... You must destroy an entire bloodline and put an end to an unsanctioned blood war by remaining the last vampire standing in this single player Battle Royal shooter challenge.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique single-player battle royale experience, allowing players to enjoy the genre without facing off against other humans.
Graphics and character models are well-received, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere and gameplay experience.
It's free to play, making it an accessible option for those looking for a casual game to pass the time.

The gameplay is criticized for being simplistic and repetitive, with a lack of depth and engaging mechanics.
Many reviews mention poor camera angles and hitbox issues, detracting from the overall experience.
The game is described as an asset flip, lacking originality and polish, which may disappoint players looking for a more refined product.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
Gameplay is characterized by a mix of repetitive mechanics, including battling waves of generic enemies and navigating a poorly designed camera angle. While some players appreciate the engaging gameplay loop and character models, others criticize the lack of variety and depth, particularly in the context of an offline battle royale format. Overall, the experience is seen as a blend of fun elements and significant shortcomings.
- “I really liked this game, it has great character models, fun gameplay with unlockables and so far an interesting story.”
- “Gameplay consists of loping around with a really bad over-the-shoulder camera angle and shooting waves of generic asset store 'zombies' or whatever.”
- “TL;DR: 1 vs 98 offline battle royale with 1 weapon, horrible at everything in-game mechanic based.”
- “This game gives that gameplay loop to you, complete with a closing circle that you need to stay inside of.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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43%
The game's story features a unique twist, centering on a vampire hunter who is also a vampire, tasked with eliminating 99 other vampires in a last-man-standing format. While the main gameplay may feel weak, the narrative includes intriguing elements such as a mysterious man, an eccentric old lady obsessed with vampire hearts, and a character named Stormy, adding depth and potential for future development as the game evolves. Overall, players find the hidden story elements and character interactions engaging, suggesting a promising narrative progression.
- “It's not just about that though, there's a story hidden beneath the endless vampire murdering involving a strange man, an even stranger old lady who seems to be obsessed with the hearts of dead vamps and a lovable girl with a bag on her head called Stormy, since her face was badly injured during the storm.”
- “The little elements of story lurking in the background and the hidden secrets in each level ramp up the intrigue and I know as this game grows and continues to be updated it's going to get better and better!”
- “You play a vampire hunter (who is also a vampire, plot twist!) on a mission to wipe out 99 other vamps in a last man standing style level system.”
- “It's not just about that though, there's a story hidden beneath the endless vampire murdering involving a strange man, an even stranger old lady who seems to be obsessed with the hearts of dead vamps, and a lovable girl with a bag on her head called Stormy, since her face was badly injured during the storm.”
- “It's another plot element and what all the different vamp tribes are fighting for control over!”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise them as good and commend the impressive work of a solo developer, others criticize them as questionable and highlight issues like poor hitboxes and lackluster landscapes. Overall, opinions vary significantly, with some finding the visuals commendable for an indie title, while others feel they fall short.
- “This game is an amazing gem on Steam. If you find the time, it is 100% worth it. The graphics are good.”
- “The many weapon choices are good. It was only created by one guy, which makes you question what other companies are doing when one person can create such impressive graphics across four different levels.”
- “This is by far the worst game I've ever purchased for over €5. The hitboxes are absolutely horrible, and the graphics are really questionable. The landscape is essentially worthless since there is absolutely nothing to see.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy initially faced criticism for being a cash grab, charging $5 for game assets and engine, but the developer has since made the game free. Despite this change, reviewers still regard the game as low-quality, labeling it as "asset flip garbage."
- “While this was originally a cash grab, with a modest $5 USD being charged for some other developers' game assets and engine, the developer seems to have seen the error of their ways and made this free. However, this doesn't change the fact that this is asset flip garbage.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend money on features that should be included in the base game.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many of the game's core features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers generally find the atmosphere of the game to be decent and immersive, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “The environment is beautifully crafted, creating an immersive and atmospheric experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly engaging, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail in the environment contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game highly replayable, as the challenge of overcoming defeats motivates them to keep returning for another chance to succeed.
- “There's a lot of replayability in this game; you just feel the urge to keep bouncing back after each defeat to finally be the last vamp standing!”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
- “There's a lot of replayability in this too; you just feel the urge to keep bouncing back after each defeat to finally be the last vamp standing!”