Necroslayer
- March 19, 2024
- Billyfighter
Get on SteamOpen World RogueliteNecroslayer is a dark fantasy styled, open world roguelite game, aimed at capturing the old school sword and sorcery experience with some new elements. Play as one of several characters unlocked through the story, each with a unique load out and stats, with meta progression to improve survivability each play through. Explore the world to gain new weapons, armors, and levels. In…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a labor of love, showcasing the developers' heart, effort, and passion, making it a fun RPG experience.
- It features a large map with diverse environments, multiple classes to unlock, and plenty of exploration opportunities, reminiscent of classic RPGs.
- The game has shown significant improvement over time, with updates enhancing visuals, combat pacing, and overall gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from frustrating glitches and control issues, particularly with potion consumption and quest re-establishment.
- Sound design is inconsistent, with overpowering music and loud sound effects that disrupt immersion.
- Some combat mechanics and enemy animations are still janky, affecting the overall gameplay experience.
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their appealing 3D visuals, reminiscent of classic hack and slash titles, and have shown noticeable improvements in lighting over time. While it may not compete for top graphics awards, the overall aesthetic contributes positively to the RPG experience, emphasizing that substance often outweighs graphical fidelity.
“Fans of RPG games with nice 3D graphics should jump all over this one and then thank me (or thank the developer) later!”
“The game gives off the old-school feel and visuals of hack and slash games.”
“No, but sometimes graphics don't make a game; it's substance.”
“The game has improved the visuals and lighting since my first review, and it seems to be getting better over time.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is hindered by frustrating glitches, which detract from its potential as a hidden gem.
“What has the potential to be a hidden gem is hampered by some rather frustrating glitches.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect has been criticized for requiring players to re-establish all base quests with each new incarnation, which can be frustrating, particularly when compounded by issues with control responsiveness.
“The fact that all base quests must be re-established each incarnation is an annoyance, especially when you're dying due to wonky control response.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often criticized for being overpowering and lacking originality, with many describing it as generic and formulaic.
“The music is very overpowering and feels like cookie-cutter effects.”
“The music is very overpowering and feels like cookie-cutter effects.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight the game's exceptional replayability, noting it as one of the best they've encountered in years. This strong emphasis suggests that players find significant value in revisiting the game multiple times.
“It definitely has some of the best replay value I've seen in years.”
