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Netherguild

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96%Game Brain Score
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96% User Score Based on 73 reviews

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Netherguild is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by superobot1 and was released on March 27, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Netherguild is a turn-based tactical roguelite dungeon-crawler, in which the player commands expeditions below the earth in a desperate attempt to cure a strange plague. Explore, camp, and fight as far as you can before heading back to resupply.

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Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Engaging turn-based combat with a variety of classes and skills, allowing for diverse tactical strategies.
  • Charming voxel art style and a well-designed gameplay loop that keeps players coming back for more.
  • The developer is highly responsive to community feedback and actively works on improving the game, showing a commitment to its future development.
  • The user interface is clunky and unintuitive, making navigation and management frustrating at times.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as inventory management and character controls, need refinement to enhance the overall experience.
  • Currently lacks a significant amount of content, which may lead to repetitive gameplay in the early stages.
  • gameplay
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by simple yet engaging mechanics, reminiscent of titles like Darkest Dungeon, with a focus on squad-based combat and roguelike elements that enhance replayability. Players appreciate the dynamic combat system, diverse classes, and strategic depth, all set against a charming voxel art style. While some minor UI issues exist, the overall experience is smooth and enjoyable, making it a well-balanced and fun gameplay loop.

    • “The gameplay loop is reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon (albeit a bit simplified).”
    • “The combat mechanics are dynamic and well-executed, enhanced by the initiative system that adds a strategic layer.”
    • “The core gameplay loop is intuitive and fun, with more than enough depth to keep you engaged.”
    • “The gameplay loop is reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon, albeit a bit simplified.”
    • “From a gameplay perspective, it's a roguelike with team organization similar to Darkest Dungeon, and combat similar to Final Fantasy Tactics.”
    • “Additionally, the gameplay loop enables lots of replayability, and you really can't complain about the game's cheap price.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming voxel and pixel art style that enhances its cute aesthetic, making it visually appealing despite some players' initial reservations about the style. The unique biomes and easily distinguishable unit types contribute to an engaging visual experience, while the atmospheric music further immerses players in the game. Overall, the graphics effectively complement the tactical gameplay, making it a standout feature of the indie roguelike RPG.

    • “Graphics is charming; I have a soft spot for voxel/pixel graphics.”
    • “The graphics are charming, and the atmospheric music adds to the immersive experience.”
    • “I usually prefer more realistic aesthetics, so I wasn't initially drawn to this style.”
    • “Armor changes do not seem to reflect on the character; this option seems very possible given the chosen art style of the game.”
    • “The voxel art style is charming -- I am generally not a huge fan of voxel art, but it works here as the foundation of a cute aesthetic mashed up with tactically dense gameplay.”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as present but not intrusive, featuring an overarching main quest complemented by engaging faction dynamics and side missions. While some find the narrative amusingly absurd, it effectively motivates players to explore and complete various objectives throughout the game. Overall, the storytelling enhances the gameplay experience without dominating it.

    • “I like the idea of an overarching main quest interspersed with backstabbing factions.”
    • “The narrative framing is also engaging; while I wouldn't characterize this as a story-driven game, there's an overarching narrative that's evocative and makes me want to play more to learn what exactly is going on here.”
    • “The quests and such give each 'run' a nice objective, more than just the overarching objective of 'get the cure'.”
    • “The story is hilariously stupid; I might as well have just skipped it.”
    • “On the surface, we hire adventurers, buy provisions and weapons, take hunting quests, and interact with various factions.”
    • “While I wouldn't characterize this as a story-driven game, there's an overarching narrative that's evocative and makes me want to play more to learn what exactly is going on here.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as high-quality and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience and immersion. While some find the soundtrack and sound effects inoffensive and easy on the ears, others appreciate their delightful contribution to the game's charm and fun mechanics. Overall, the music is seen as a positive aspect that complements the game's visuals and gameplay.

    • “I must mention the high-quality soundtrack and sound effects, which create a fantastic atmosphere and enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The game's core mechanics are fun, the art is simple and charming, and the music and sounds are delightful.”
    • “The graphics are charming and the atmospheric music adds to the immersive experience.”
    • “The music is forgettable and lacks any real impact, making it easy to tune out.”
    • “The soundtrack feels repetitive and uninspired, failing to engage the player.”
    • “While the sound effects are decent, the overall music experience is underwhelming and lacks variety.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its high-quality soundtrack and sound effects, which significantly enhance the immersive experience. The charming graphics, particularly the voxel environments and effective use of color, contribute to a captivating and engaging atmosphere.

    • “I must mention the high-quality soundtrack and sound effects, which create a fantastic atmosphere and enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics are charming and the atmospheric music adds to the immersive experience.”
    • “I enjoyed the voxel environments in particular; very good use of color, great atmosphere.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by cute art and witty dialogue, though some players find the story to be absurdly silly, suggesting it may not be worth following closely.

    • “The art style is very cute and the dialogue is humorous too.”
    • “The story is hilariously stupid; I might as well have just skipped it.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate that Netherguild offers flexibility in grinding, allowing both newcomers and veterans to engage in quick play sessions or invest hours into the game. The ability to save progress at any point enhances the overall experience, making grinding feel less tedious.

    • “Grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The amount of time required for grinding is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
    • “I found the grinding mechanics to be tedious, often feeling like a chore rather than a fun challenge.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high emotional stakes, creating a deeply engaging experience that enhances the overall drama and intensity of the gameplay.

    • “A thoroughly engaging, brilliantly realized roguelite where the stakes are high, and the emotional drama is even higher.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's strong gameplay loop, which significantly enhances its replayability, especially considering its affordable price.

    • “The gameplay loop offers a lot of replayability, and considering the game's affordable price, it's hard to find any complaints.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes, making you want to dive back in again and again.”
    • “The dynamic elements in the game ensure that no two runs are the same, providing endless opportunities for exploration and strategy.”
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Netherguild is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Netherguild is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

Netherguild was released on March 27, 2023.

Netherguild was developed by superobot1.

Netherguild has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Netherguild is a single player game.

Similar games include Trials of Fire, Stolen Realm, Gordian Quest, SpellRogue, Tangledeep and others.