Nunholy

93%
Game Brain Score Based on 593 reviews
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Nunholy is an action-packed roguelike game where you explore dungeons and hunt down vampires as battle-hardened nuns. Each time you slay a vampire, you can absorb their power to grow stronger or sell it to upgrade your gear. Will you embrace the vampires’ dark power, or rely solely on human strength? The choice is yours. Vampires come in many forms and ranks—Knights, Barons, Counts, and Dukes—…

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 593 reviews
gameplay74 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Engaging gameplay that offers a fun and addictive experience, reminiscent of Hades.
  • Beautiful art style and character designs, particularly the attractive female characters.
  • Variety of characters and builds to explore, providing replayability and customization options.
  • Clunky controls and movement mechanics that can feel unresponsive and awkward during combat.
  • Lack of depth in the story and character interactions, making the game feel shallow.
  • Difficulty balance issues, with some characters being overpowered and making the game too easy.
  • gameplay145 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising its smooth mechanics and engaging roguelike elements reminiscent of "Hades," while others criticize it for being clunky and lacking polish. Players appreciate the variety of builds and unique character abilities, but some express concerns about balance and repetitive gameplay. Overall, while the core gameplay is enjoyable and fun, it could benefit from further refinement and innovation.

    • “The gameplay is solid, and the art is amazing!”
    • “The gameplay loop is pretty fun with an interesting twist where you have to choose between leveling up your vampiric abilities or acquiring gear.”
    • “I'm glad to see some good gameplay improvements compared to Wedding Witch.”
    • “The gameplay itself is not good.”
    • “The core gameplay is there but certain things hold it back from actually being good.”
    • “I'm not sure if the levels are procedurally generated, but after a while, the gameplay felt repetitive and tiring.”
  • graphics50 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their fantastic aesthetic and art style, featuring beautiful character designs and well-constructed environments that evoke a blend of anime and medieval influences. While some reviews note occasional clutter in visuals, the overall presentation is considered polished and visually appealing, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. However, there are mixed feelings about the depth of the artwork, with some players desiring more variety and content.

    • “Fantastic aesthetic and art style.”
    • “Character designs are beautiful, the art style is fantastic, and the sound design is wonderful.”
    • “Beautiful art style and nice looking locations.”
    • “On the gameplay, the graphics are a joke, or they entirely forget sound effects, or you know, they're too ashamed of the plot.”
    • “This game has no soul to it, just the artist discounting their own art style and an attempt to mimic the glory of Hades.”
    • “The visuals are pleasing to look at but also feel a bit much in a way.”
  • music41 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its energetic metal soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. The soundtrack is described as "badass" and reminiscent of doom-style guitar riffs, making it a standout feature that players appreciate. Overall, the music complements the game's visuals and atmosphere, contributing significantly to its appeal.

    • “The soundtrack is great, and while the gameplay is pretty much the same as Hades, the way it handles its mechanics gives the game a unique touch that is worth coming back to.”
    • “One of the standout features that I appreciated was the great metal soundtrack this game employs on both the title screen and in action sequences.”
    • “The music is also highly recommended—it's full of energy and excitement.”
    • “Menu is music if fire but not much flame with the rest of the game music.”
    • “When you close and reopen the game your settings aren't saved so you'll get blasted with loud music each time you open the game.”
    • “Music: bad.”
  • story34 mentions

    The story in the game is generally considered minimal and lacking depth, often feeling arbitrary and repetitive, with players primarily focused on gameplay rather than narrative. While some appreciate the basic lore and character backgrounds, many reviewers express a desire for a more substantial storyline and character development. Overall, the game is seen as fun and engaging, but its short and simplistic story detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The story has some depth and I can't wait to play more, honestly.”
    • “This game has top-tier gameplay, and the plot isn't bad either :)”
    • “Ultra-light version of Hades with erotic anime-jpeg and a breathtaking story that can be told in 3 lines.”
    • “The story is very short, but the art keeps one's attention.”
    • “There's also barely any story to speak of, but the game expects a Hades-like grind out of you.”
    • “The story here is nearly non-existent, but for 8 bucks, it's totally worth it.”
  • replayability12 mentions

    Overall, the game offers solid replayability, primarily due to its multiple character options, customization features, and upgrade paths. While some players noted a lack of content with only three characters currently available, the potential for future DLC and the game's low price point enhance its replay value. Additionally, the ability to experiment with different builds and difficulty levels contributes to a fun and engaging experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game also has solid replayability.”
    • “It's a lot of fun and the number of options increases the replay value a lot.”
    • “Took me a couple of hours to finish and for the price paid, it’s well worth it given I haven’t tried out the other two nuns yet, so there's replayability.”
    • “Honestly, not much replay value besides the three characters.”
    • “Needs the option to increase the difficulty for more replayability.”
    • “Took me a couple of hours to finish, and for the price paid, it’s well worth it given I haven’t tried out the other two nuns yet, so there's replayability.”
  • character development11 mentions

    Character development in the game is primarily focused on visually appealing designs, with many players praising the high-quality art style and character aesthetics. However, some critiques highlight that character visibility is limited outside of dialogues and menus, and the overtly suggestive designs may detract from the overall experience for certain players. While the gameplay is enjoyable, it often feels overshadowed by the emphasis on character design rather than deeper character development.

    • “Character designs are beautiful, the art style is fantastic and the sound design is wonderful.”
    • “Character design is top notch but you can barely see the nuns outside of dialogues or the menu screen.”
    • “Character design is peak, gameplay is peak, such a fun game.”
    • “This game is pretty fun, but I don't entirely agree with how much skin is shown. It gives me transgender euphoria at the same time, so I am personally fine with it, but others might find that the game gives male players a really bad look, as the selling point is the character design more than the gameplay.”
    • “Lol, but it's a mid game to no one's surprise, with not much going for it aside from the character designs.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdity, such as the inclusion of a werewolf boss labeled as a vampire, which adds a layer of comedic charm. Players find the writing to be both entertaining and emotionally engaging, eliciting laughter and introspection. Overall, the game combines humor with a visually appealing and immersive experience, making it both funny and enjoyable.

    • “What's funny is they are all considered 'vampires,' even the werewolf boss, so I guess they've all been turned into blood-consuming vampires no matter what kind of monster they are?”
    • “I feel like it adds some extra humor to the game personally.”
    • “The writing had me laughing, crying, and occasionally questioning my life choices.”
  • stability5 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with no bugs or glitches, others encounter significant issues, particularly in specific levels and with controller support. Additionally, there are calls for balance adjustments, indicating that while the game runs well on certain systems, it still has notable stability concerns.

    • “Also runs great on Linux.”
    • “Runs great on my M4 Mac Mini, although controller support is currently not functioning.”
    • “It's a bit buggy and could use some balance tweaks; in my opinion, it's a bit too easy overall, and the vampire ultimates don't do much.”
    • “The 4th level, in particular, is incredibly buggy; I'm not sure why that is.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the need to restart files to try different characters and farm upgrades. Additionally, locking essential upgrades behind the same currency used for vendor relationships adds to the grind, making the experience feel overly repetitive.

    • “It feels really awkward and tedious to be forced to start 2 new files to try other things and farm up every upgrade in the stores again, plus reclear all the quests.”
    • “I do not think it was a good idea to lock the meta upgrade for blood abilities behind the same currency used to improve your relationship with vendors; it feels overly grindy for a game asking you to do this 3 times.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with most users reporting smooth performance and only minor issues, such as a small bug in the upgrade menus. However, controller support is noted as not being fully optimized, though it remains playable.

    • “Well optimized, only encountered one small bug in the upgrade menus.”
    • “Controller support is not well-optimized, but the game is still playable.”
    • “Controller support is not well-optimized, but it is still playable.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by a rocking soundtrack that intensifies during battles while providing a more immersive experience during quieter moments. Players appreciate the combination of engaging mechanics, appealing character designs, and the overall perfect blend of music and ambiance.

    • “The rocking soundtrack enhances the atmosphere during fights and creates a more immersive experience when you're not engaged in combat.”
    • “I'm so glad I found this game through a streamer; the mechanics are fun, the characters are beautiful, and the atmosphere and music are perfect.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players report a strong emotional engagement with the game, highlighting the complexity of characters, particularly the "hot nuns," who face deep existential dilemmas. Additionally, the sense of empowerment from mastering gear and skills contributes to a feeling of invincibility, enhancing the overall emotional experience.

    • “The hot nuns aren’t just eye candy—they’re emotionally complex warriors grappling with existential questions about faith and mortality.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is lacking, with players feeling that there is insufficient gameplay to justify the presence of advertisements, particularly those focused on female characters. Users express a desire for more engaging content rather than just promotional material.

    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constant interruptions.”
    • “It seems like the game prioritizes ads over actual gameplay, which is frustrating.”
    • “The lack of meaningful content is overshadowed by the constant push for in-game purchases.”
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Play time

7hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
4-9hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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