Mortal Glory

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Mortal Glory is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Redbeak Games and was released on January 29, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Mortal Glory" is a turn-based strategy game set in an ancient world of myth and legend. As a commander, recruit and train a variety of units, harness the power of gods and mythical creatures, and engage in tactical combat to expand your kingdom and defeat your enemies. With multiple game modes, including single-player campaigns and online multiplayer, there's always a new challenge to face.

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Audience ScoreBased on 316 reviews

gameplay23 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Engaging and addictive gameplay loop with a good balance of strategy and randomness.
Variety in character builds and skills allows for unique team compositions and strategies.
Fun and charming art style, with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic gladiator games.

Heavy reliance on RNG can lead to frustrating and unfair situations, making progress feel out of the player's control.
Lack of long-term progression or meaningful rewards after completing runs can diminish replayability.
Some players find the difficulty spikes in later stages to be overly punishing, leading to frequent restarts.

gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
58%
5%
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet addictive loop of recruiting gladiators, battling, and upgrading, though many players find it overly streamlined and repetitive. While the mechanics offer some customization and strategic depth, there are calls for more complexity and variety to enhance engagement, particularly in terms of environmental interactions and roguelike elements. Overall, the game is enjoyable and functional, but it could benefit from additional depth and clearer mechanics to fully realize its potential.
- “The gameplay loop is satisfying, and the amount of races, gear, and skills really lets your mind come up with interesting new builds and team compositions.”
- “The sound design is squishy and crunchy, and in addition to the satisfying combat mechanics that allow you to use knockback to collateral kill someone by slamming their ally across the arena, the crunchy, satisfying crits let you stack items or effects to feel powerful as a team.”
- “While the gameplay loop itself is simple in concept (kill all enemies, survive to the end), it masks a tactical game that is anything but, giving rewarding strategic challenge due to the multitude of items and abilities.”
- “But the gameplay is too streamlined and senseless.”
- “It quickly becomes a rinse and repeat gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay is fun, but I didn't enjoy reaching the end of a tournament and having absolutely nothing carry over.”
replayability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
37%
13%
The game's replayability is generally viewed positively, with many players appreciating the variety offered through randomization, scaling difficulty, and unlockable modes. While some feel the core gameplay is basic and lacks depth, others highlight the potential for enjoyment through tailored challenges and the addition of DLC. Overall, it is considered a fun and accessible game with significant replay value, especially for fans of rogue-likes and tactical gameplay.
- “Insane amount of replayability, especially with the fresh blood DLC.”
- “Easy to approach, complex and varied enough to offer a respectable level of replayability, the base difficulty and the overall length of a playthrough feel right, and if one's up for a challenge, there are ways to arrange just that.”
- “The many unlockable harder modes and togglable challenges, together with the randomization, give it good replayability.”
- “A fine game with limited gameplay and replay value.”
- “Had the classes and races been more unique, there would be a lot of replayability.”
- “It's very basic, with limited replay value.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple yet charming, with some users appreciating their endearing and relaxing qualities. While some critiques mention a cheap appearance, particularly in the UI, others find the visuals to be decent and fitting for the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a solid complement to the game's mechanics, appealing to those who prefer a minimalist aesthetic.
- “The graphics and gameplay are nice—each with their own charm.”
- “Different classes, interesting achievements, and an in-game event system make for fun gameplay, and the graphics and sound are just perfect - easy on the eyes and not overdone.”
- “Yes, the game's visuals are very simple but it is not ugly by any means.”
- “This game is small, the career mode is locked as DLC, and the graphics are really cheap, especially the UI.”
- “Sas as a series is fun, but the graphics are kind of crappy, and it hasn't aged well.”
- “I've read folks complain about the game's aesthetic.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find the soundtrack pleasant and mood-enhancing, others feel it lacks depth and variety. Overall, the simplicity of the music complements the gameplay, contributing positively to the overall experience despite some shortcomings.
- “The soundtrack is rather nice, if a bit serviceable.”
- “I really liked the simplicity of the game in a sense that it didn't have a lot of background story but still enough to create the mood and make me enjoy the gameplay a lot (along with the nice, simple graphics and music).”
- “Every run is slightly different, and the music is surprisingly good.”
- “However, the music and sound effects leave something to be desired.”
- “There's not much in the sounds and music department.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The game's story is minimal yet effective, creating an enjoyable atmosphere without overwhelming background details. While some players find the narrative events frustratingly difficult, others appreciate the simplicity that allows for player-driven storytelling. Overall, the balance between story and gameplay is seen as a mixed experience.
- “I really liked the simplicity of the game in a sense that it didn't have a lot of background story but still enough to create the mood and make me enjoy the gameplay a lot (along with the nice, simple graphics and music).”
- “You decide how their story plays out.”
- “The game itself is kind of fun (it's not really balanced but exploitation is the way to go), but the story events are pretty minimal and sometimes annoyingly punishing for the sake of pure difficulty.”
- “There's no way to grind out XP in between other than the linear story set before you, so I'm not really sure what's up with that.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that while the game offers strategic and rewarding gameplay, it can become tedious due to excessive grinding and reliance on luck, leading to frequent run abandonments. Some players feel that the grinding aspect detracts from the overall experience, suggesting it may be a result of artificial difficulty imposed by developers.
- “The AI who doesn't have to worry about replacing gladiators, buying items, following the rules, grinding stats, etc. Artificial difficulty is a crutch for lazy developers who only want to exploit a weakened gaming market.”
- “It becomes tedious with how many times a run has to be abandoned because they are so luck dependent.”
- “Gets tedious.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is enjoyable overall, some users feel that the character development lacks depth and would benefit from additional elements, such as training mini-games, to enhance the experience.
- “The character development is incredibly engaging, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters as they evolve throughout the story.”
- “I appreciate how the game offers meaningful choices that impact character growth, making each decision feel significant.”
- “The progression system is well-designed, providing a satisfying sense of achievement as characters develop their skills and personalities.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a charming and cute design that creates an inviting experience, though some users note that the interface for managing skills can feel somewhat clunky. Overall, it is described as a pleasant and easy-to-learn environment.
- “The atmosphere is enchanting, with a charming design that draws you in.”
- “The game creates a captivating ambiance that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive, making you feel truly part of the world.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game experiences notable glitches, indicating issues with stability that may affect gameplay.
- “Oh, and there are glitches.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that equipment optimization plays a significant role in character performance, often overshadowing the impact of race on gameplay. While the system is detailed, some users feel that the influence of race is minimal compared to the effectiveness of items.
- “Equipment optimization is a whole thing unto itself.”
- “My only complaint is that race seems to have a much smaller impact on a character's performance than their items.”