Lugaru

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 222 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Lugaru is a single-player, open world game featuring an intriguing story where you play as Turner, a rebel bunny rabbit seeking revenge on those who slaughtered his village. The game offers streamlined combat with a context-sensitive system, encouraging strategic thinking and smart moves. Open-ended strategy lets you choose your approach to defeating enemies, with ragdoll physics adding satisfying environmental damage.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 222 reviews
story15 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • The combat system is complex and rewarding, offering a unique blend of strategy and mechanical skill that keeps players engaged.
  • Despite its dated graphics, the game has a nostalgic charm and provides a fun, fast-paced experience that many players find enjoyable.
  • The game features a compelling revenge story and allows for creative gameplay, including stealth and various combat techniques.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and crashes, which can hinder the overall experience.
  • Many players find the difficulty spikes, especially against wolves, to be frustrating and unfair, making it hard to progress.
  • The graphics and level design feel outdated and simplistic, which may deter players looking for a more polished experience.
  • story47 mentions

    The story of the game revolves around a revenge plot where the protagonist, Turner, seeks vengeance against raiders who destroyed his village and family, ultimately uncovering a larger conspiracy. While the narrative is described as simple and short, it is engaging and emotionally resonant, with players appreciating the depth it adds to the combat experience. Many reviewers suggest that the sequel, "Overgrowth," offers a more refined and expanded version of the story, making it a worthwhile alternative for those seeking a richer narrative experience.

    • “The storyline is a revenge plot with a few added conspiracy spices, where our protagonist goes after the raiders who destroyed his village and family before finding himself caught in a grand scheme involving the wolves.”
    • “The story is nothing short of interesting; I loved it from start to finish.”
    • “It has just enough story that you become truly attached to the characters and their journey. I would even go as far as to say that Lugaru is like Watership Down on steroids, perhaps even considerably more graphic, if less disturbing. There is so much emotion encapsulated within the music that it has at times brought me to tears.”
    • “The story is the same old edgy crap.”
    • “However, at the end of the day, this game feels like a tech demo considering its short length and shallow story.”
    • “The 'story' is more so a collection of stages or arenas linked together loosely by some narrative and text, which isn't so much of an issue since the actual combat (the only gameplay mechanic) is very satisfying if not a bit difficult.”
  • graphics32 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally described as dated and rough, reminiscent of old-school styles, with some users noting a nostalgic charm in the low-poly models and natural environments. While the visuals may not meet modern standards, they are often complemented by a strong attention to detail and enjoyable gameplay mechanics, making the overall experience satisfying despite the graphical limitations. Many reviewers suggest that those who appreciate engaging gameplay can overlook the simplistic graphics, while others recommend the sequel, Overgrowth, for improved visuals.

    • “Something about low poly models with good texture work and very open natural environments that feel 'lonely' is peak graphical nostalgia for me personally.”
    • “Despite this graphical simplicity, there is a surprising attention to detail with the wolf smell system and wind simulation.”
    • “Believe it or not, I actually fell in love with Lugaru for its story primarily, as well as its music, and its gorgeous visuals.”
    • “Unfortunately, the graphics are rough, even for 2005 standards, and the animations are clunky, making combat slightly less satisfying.”
    • “The graphics are bad.”
    • “If you are able to deal with the extremely dated graphics you will love this game.”
  • gameplay30 mentions

    The gameplay of this 3D brawler is highly praised for its strategic depth, responsive combat mechanics, and unique features, making it a standout aspect of the game. While some mechanics may feel outdated, the overall experience remains engaging and challenging, with a mix of fast-paced fighting and technical skill required. Players appreciate the replay value offered by various difficulty settings and the addictive nature of the combat, despite the simplistic graphics and narrative structure.

    • “The gameplay is far and away the most impressive part of this game.”
    • “The core gameplay is phenomenal.”
    • “Although the central campaign in Lugaru can be completed in just under a few hours, the additional difficulty settings, challenge levels, and its addictive 'pick up and play' gameplay really add to the replay value.”
    • “If you wish to play this game, then just buy Overgrowth, as it contains the story and levels of this game. Though the mechanics are slightly different, it's very similar and probably better than being frustrated with the difficulties.”
    • “Obviously this game is a tad dated which excuses the design and graphics, but not the gameplay.”
    • “Its gameplay is a little hard to get used to, but it's definitely worth it.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in Lugaru is highly praised for its emotional depth, with some players noting it has the power to evoke strong feelings, even bringing them to tears. The fight music is particularly memorable and energizing, enhancing the overall experience, though the game features only a limited number of tracks.

    • “Believe it or not, I actually fell in love with Lugaru for its story primarily, as well as its music and gorgeous visuals.”
    • “There is so much emotion encapsulated within the music that it has at times brought me to tears.”
    • “Fight music is really memorable and gets your blood pumping.”
    • “Only 2 or 3 songs in the whole game.”
    • “Music.”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game's stability is notably poor, with numerous bugs and glitches that can detract from the experience, though some players find the quirks amusing. While the game is praised for its brilliance, many recommend opting for the open-source version for a more stable experience. Overall, the game's unfinished state and technical issues are acknowledged, but they do not completely overshadow its enjoyment.

    • “Don't get me wrong, but the reason I don't have many hours on it on Steam is because this particular version is incredibly buggy. It's a really great game and I can recommend it; however, I recommend playing through the open source version of the game, which has 1080p native resolution support, etc. It's just far better.”
    • “This game is actually really brilliant, if you can get over glitches, being unfinished, a bad map editor, short campaign, and levels.”
    • “It's hilariously buggy.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability despite a short main story, thanks to its open-ended levels, various difficulty settings, and challenge modes that encourage experimentation and high-score pursuits. Players who enjoy engaging combat and the ability to revisit content will find ample reasons to return.

    • “Lots of replayability and enjoyable combat and story.”
    • “The main story is very short, but each of the levels is fairly open-ended and replayable, so if you're the kind of person who likes to go back and experiment with different areas in games or just want to shoot for the highest score possible, you'll probably get a kick out of it.”
    • “Although the central campaign in Lugaru can be completed in just under a few hours, the additional difficulty settings, challenge levels, and its addictive 'pick up and play' gameplay really add to the replay value.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a nostalgic charm, featuring anthropomorphic rodents in a vibrant setting that enhances the fighting experience. Players appreciate the snappy and responsive mechanics, which, combined with the game's unique visuals and ragdoll physics, create an engaging and enjoyable environment.

    • “For just a few bucks, it's an atmospheric excursion to a realm of Saiyan-like anthropomorphic rodents. Vaguely nostalgic in its dated renderings, but with fighting mechanics that feel snappy and responsive, on par with many games that cost more!”
    • “A good old fighting game with great atmosphere and ragdoll-like physics.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny animations and the often hilarious bugs that occur during gameplay, adding a lighthearted touch to the smooth combat and stealth mechanics.

    • “Smooth combat, cool stealth, and funny animations happen really often.”
    • “It's hilariously buggy.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of Lugaru is highlighted by its heartfelt storytelling and powerful visuals, which enhance the combat experience. Players feel a strong connection to the characters, as their motivations lend depth to each battle, making the gameplay feel meaningful rather than mindless.

    • “Lugaru was the heartfelt prequel I was hoping it would be.”
    • “The visuals are very powerful, and the combat is absurdly fun. The story of the game keeps the combat from feeling mindless and empty. There is always a valid motivation for the characters and their actions, and every battle feels heartfelt and meaningful.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding mechanics to be overly tedious, particularly due to the complexity of controls like counter, dodge, and crouch kick, which complicate precision movement and detract from the overall experience.

    • “The constant need to grind for resources makes the gameplay feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
    • “Grinding for levels takes away from the fun, turning the game into a repetitive slog.”
    • “The grind is so excessive that it feels like the developers are just trying to stretch out the playtime.”
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Play time

6hMedian play time
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*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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