Mutagenic
- August 9, 2022
- zediven
Get on Steam"Mutagenic" is a hardcore roguelite Action RPG, offering a diverse set of items, skills, and mutations for unique build customization and plenty of replayability. Players can find and craft powerful Genes for their characters, competing against others on Challenge Ladders to survive the longest against tough enemies. With countless build possibilities, players can put their theorycrafting skills to the test in this challenging and depth-filled game.
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Reviews
- Incredible value for money, offering deep gameplay mechanics and a vast skill tree for a very low price.
- Frequent updates and active developer engagement show promise for future improvements and content expansion.
- Unique blend of genres, combining elements of ARPGs and survivor games, providing a satisfying build-crafting experience.
- Graphics and audio quality are lacking, which may detract from the overall experience.
- Combat can feel flat and lacks variety, with some skills not being particularly engaging.
- The user interface needs significant improvement, including better text readability and more intuitive navigation.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered basic and somewhat dated, resembling those of a low-budget title, which has led some players to initially overlook it. However, many reviewers note that the gameplay mechanics are the main focus, with some even finding a certain charm in the art style despite its lack of polish. Overall, while the visuals may not impress, they are seen as secondary to the game's deeper mechanics.
“I almost didn't buy this because of the basic graphics, but they have since grown on me and I think they have a certain charm!”
“The graphics aren't quite as polished here, but I feel like the rogue-like depth might even be deeper!”
“Obviously the graphics aren't anything to write home about, but this game is more about the mechanics than the graphics, which I'm sure will be updated in due time.”
“Graphics are what you'd expect from a 1 euro game, but the gameplay is surprisingly deep.”
“Are the graphics a bit dated?”
“I'll be brutally honest: the art style is rather ugly, and the feedback on the combat could be better.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its surprising depth and potential, despite simplistic mechanics and underwhelming graphics typical of low-budget games. Players appreciate the in-depth stat system and engaging core mechanics, though some express concerns about repetitive enemy behavior and a desire for more dynamic AI. Overall, the gameplay experience is seen as enjoyable, with room for improvement as development continues.
“Graphics are what you'd expect from a 1 euro game, but the gameplay is surprisingly deep.”
“Yep, but I don't mind it since the gameplay feels great.”
“Also, I can see this game has truckloads of potential as the core gameplay feels great so far.”
“Although to be honest, I am a little bored. The devs need to play Hades and steal some enemy AI mechanics because most of the enemies just move straight towards you, and it gets boring fast. I don't know if I will keep playing, but I already got my money's worth, and it's still early in development.”
“It is still relatively simplistic in its mechanics, but the fact that the whole stat system is incredibly in-depth and frequent dev updates make me hopeful that this game might become a guilty pleasure for people like me that like to build and craft for 2 hours and then watch everything blow up.”
“Obviously, the graphics aren't anything to write home about, but this game is more about the mechanics than the graphics, which I'm sure will be updated in due time.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game boasts significant replayability due to its extensive skill tree and the ability to upgrade spells and passives with meta currency, making it a worthwhile investment despite a higher price point compared to similar titles. Players express strong enthusiasm for the depth and variety it offers, enhancing the overall experience.
“It has huge replayability; not only is there a massive skill tree, but you can also upgrade each active spell and passive with meta currency.”
“I love, love, love this game! Even though the price is higher than Vampire Survivors, it offers so much replay value that it's easily worth double the $5 USD launch asking price!”
“The game lacks significant variety, making it hard to find motivation for a second playthrough.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in; the replayability feels almost non-existent.”
“While the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of new content or different paths makes replaying feel tedious.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players who enjoy grinding for optimized builds to tackle increasingly difficult challenges will find this game appealing, especially with its extreme difficulty scaling that significantly boosts enemy health and damage.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, only to find that the rewards weren't worth the effort.”
“The grind is so repetitive that it takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's optimization for those who enjoy grinding to create powerful builds, especially given the significant challenge posed by the hardest difficulty, which features 64,000 times the health and damage of normal settings.
“If you enjoy grinding for an optimized build to conquer increasingly difficult challenges (the hardest difficulty features 64,000 times the health and damage of normal), this game is quite enjoyable.”
“The optimization mechanics in this game allow for deep customization, making each build feel unique and tailored to your playstyle.”
“I love how the game encourages players to experiment with different optimization strategies to tackle tougher enemies and challenges.”
“The optimization in this game is severely lacking, making it frustrating to progress.”
“I spent hours trying to find the best build, but the game doesn't provide enough guidance on optimization.”
“The balance issues in optimization make it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable challenge.”
