Get on SteamLuxor is an action-packed puzzle game set in Ancient Egypt, where you, as the player, must help Isis battle Set and his minions by shooting and destroying approaching spheres before they reach the pyramids. With 88 challenging levels, innovative gameplay, and exciting power-ups, players can create their own profiles looking to thwart Set's plans while collecting talismans, gems, and Ankh coins with Isis' magic. This thrilling adventure offers hours of exhilarating and addictive fun.
Reviews
- Luxor is a nostalgic and addictive match-3 game that provides simple yet engaging gameplay, making it great for casual gaming sessions.
- The game features a charming Egyptian theme with decent graphics and sound design, enhancing the overall experience.
- Despite some technical issues, players have found ways to patch the game, allowing it to be enjoyed on modern systems.
- The game is largely unplayable on modern systems like Windows 10 due to compatibility issues, leading to frustration among players.
- There is a lack of power-ups and difficulty selection, which can make the gameplay feel repetitive and unfair at times.
- Many players have reported that the game does not run as intended, and the developer has shown little interest in addressing these issues.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a "catch up" mechanic that some players find unfair, particularly during match chains, and while it was initially janky, the core mechanics are likened to Zuma. However, many users criticize the repetitive nature of the gameplay, with levels being reused frequently before introducing new ones.
“The gameplay is very much like Zuma in terms of its overall mechanics and style.”
“While it was a bit janky at launch, the actual gameplay experience is quite enjoyable.”
“The 'catch up' mechanic in the segments can feel a bit strange or unfair at times, especially when creating multiple match chains.”
“The 'catch up' mechanic of the segments seems to be very weird or unfair at times when making numerous match chains.”
“Well, the gameplay is repetitive as hell (repeating levels every 3 stages, only to shove another new one in your face).”
“It was a bit janky when it launched, but actual gameplay was just fine.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, featuring an appealing and consistent ancient Egyptian art style that enhances the overall experience. While the UI functions effectively, players are advised to opt for the HD version for a better experience, although the nostalgic older graphics can be enjoyable if purchased on sale.
“Despite this, the game is still mostly enjoyable, with an attractive and consistent ancient Egyptian-themed art style complemented by appropriate sound design and music, as well as simple and addicting gameplay.”
“The graphics look fine and the UI functions as intended.”
“I'd recommend you get the HD version instead since that one does work out of the box, but if you want the old graphics for nostalgia, you should get this game on sale.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game features an ancient Egyptian theme that complements the art style, but it lacks variety, leading some players to mute it in favor of their own playlists. Overall, while the sound design is appropriate, the repetitive nature of the music detracts from the experience for some users.
“Despite this, the game is still mostly enjoyable, with an attractive and consistent ancient Egyptian-themed art style complemented by appropriate sound design and music, as well as simple and addicting gameplay.”
“The music also doesn’t change; I just end up muting the game completely and listen to my own music collection while playing Luxor.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in "Luxor: Quest for the Afterlife" is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative that seamlessly integrates with the gameplay. However, some users have noted technical issues that hinder the experience, suggesting that the game should function smoothly without glitches. Overall, the narrative adds depth to the gameplay, enhancing the player's journey through the afterlife.
“The story in Luxor: Quest for the Afterlife is captivating, weaving together mythology and adventure in a way that keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
“I was truly immersed in the narrative; the characters are well-developed and their journeys are both emotional and thrilling.”
“The plot twists and turns in Luxor: Quest for the Afterlife are unexpected and add depth to the overall experience, making it a memorable journey.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability and can engage players for a few hours, but it has less content compared to other titles in the Luxor series, leading to a sense of repetition over time.
“The game is fun and can hold your attention for a few hours. It has decent replayability, although there's less content than the other Luxor games and can start to feel a bit repetitive after a while.”
“The game is fun and can hold your attention for a few hours, but it has less content than the other Luxor games and can start to feel a bit repetitive after a while.”
