- March 18, 2021
- Victoria Guareschi
Neurodeck
+ Design and animation of phobias + Good range of strategies + A lot of cards to build a strong deck - UI problems - Remove a card option is broken (Reviewed on PC, also available on Switch)
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Explore the subconscious of your character and defeat their phobia. Learn about their past, build your deck and reach the depths of their mind. Take a dive into the source of fears and doubts itself. Will you resist the Neurodeck?
Neurodeck
+ Design and animation of phobias + Good range of strategies + A lot of cards to build a strong deck - UI problems - Remove a card option is broken (Reviewed on PC, also available on Switch)
70%Neurodeck Review (PC)
Neurodeck is an engaging take on the deck-builder genre. The enemies are varied, the cards have cool synergies, the runs in their entirety integrate combat and other activities well. Some difficulty spikes feel unfair. The good news is there are no opponents that cannot be taken down with good card selection and battle strategy. The game does not have the breath or innovation of the best of its class. But the focus on phobia, mental health, and stress make it an interesting experiment. Neurodeck shows how you can create a video game that offers information about the real world without looking preachy while also offering good core mechanics.
80%Neurodeck Review – An interesting premise in need of more depth
Neurodeck offers up an interesting premise and beautiful visuals. Story-wise and gameplay-wise, however, the whole experience feels like an Early Access release; many areas of gameplay are repetitive, and it’s easy to encounter the same enemies multiple times in a single run. I’m convinced this could be a stunning game if given a bit more love by the developers, but it doesn’t match up to the giants currently dominating the card-game genre. If you’re looking for a deck-building challenge, it’s best to keep looking a little longer.
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