Nock & Load

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Become the best band of bowmen in the land by defeating all those who would stand against you! Nock & Load is a small, casual archery game with PvP and roguelike elements. Recruit archers into your troop and collect upgrades to outmatch your foes. Features: Fill out your ranks with up to five bowmen Line up your shot and strike down your enemies in a hail of arrows Hunt birds on your …

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a fun and chaotic archery concept that is easy to pick up, making it accessible for players.
The art style is charming and cartoonish, adding to the overall enjoyment of the game.
There is a good amount of replayability with different builds and upgrades for your archers, providing variety in gameplay.

The multiplayer experience is poorly balanced, often resulting in unfair matchups and a lack of meaningful competition.
The gameplay feels unrefined and buggy, with issues like inconsistent shooting power and timing.
There is a lack of variety in decision-making, making the gameplay feel repetitive and less engaging over time.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The gameplay is accessible and beginner-friendly, making it easy for players to engage without frustration. However, the multiplayer experience is criticized for being poorly executed, while the single-player mode is praised for its smooth performance, compelling story, and impressive graphics.
- “The gameplay is super easy to pick up, which is perfect for those of us who can barely manage a bow and arrow in a video game without accidentally hitting the 'restart' button.”
- “No bugs, flawless gameplay, great story, and even better graphics.”
- “The multiplayer is extremely scuffed, and the gameplay is poorly executed.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are overly complicated and detract from the overall experience.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics feature a charmingly cartoonish art style that gives the characters a storybook-like appearance, contributing to a visually appealing experience. Reviewers note the absence of bugs and highlight the overall quality of the graphics as a standout aspect of the game.
- “The art style is charmingly cartoonish, making your archers look like they just stepped out of a colorful storybook.”
- “No bugs, flawless gameplay, great story, and even better graphics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The story is praised for its engaging narrative, complemented by a charming cartoonish art style that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the seamless gameplay and impressive graphics, contributing to a captivating storytelling atmosphere.
- “No bugs, flawless gameplay, great story, and even better graphics.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from stability issues, with players reporting frequent bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly in scenarios where they are overwhelmed by multiple enemies before having a chance to react.
- “The game is incredibly buggy, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.”
- “I often find myself overwhelmed by multiple enemies due to the game's instability.”
- “There are frequent glitches that disrupt gameplay and hinder my ability to react in time.”