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Of Guards And Thieves

84%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, stability
84% User Score Based on 1,960 reviews

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"Of Guards and Thieves" is a multiplayer stealth game where players can choose to be a guard or a thief. Guards protect valuable artwork while thieves attempt to steal it. The game features various environments, weapons, and abilities for both roles, promoting strategic gameplay and teamwork. Players can also set up traps and use stealth mechanics to outwit their opponents.

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,960 reviews
gameplay84 positive mentions
stability16 negative mentions

  • The game is fun and engaging, especially when played with friends, offering a unique blend of stealth and action.
  • It features a variety of game modes and classes, allowing for diverse gameplay experiences.
  • The developers are active and responsive to the community, continuously working on updates and improvements.
  • The player base is small, making it difficult to find matches, especially outside peak hours.
  • There are balance issues between classes, with some being overpowered, leading to frustrating gameplay.
  • The game suffers from bugs and connectivity issues, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    182 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Of Guards and Thieves" is characterized by its asymmetrical multiplayer mechanics, offering a mix of strategic stealth and action-packed encounters between guards and thieves. While many players appreciate the innovative dynamics and engaging tactical depth, some express concerns about balance issues, particularly when team sizes are uneven, leading to one-sided matches. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, accessible mechanics and potential for emergent gameplay, despite occasional bugs and a dwindling player base.

    • “Of Guards and Thieves offers a thrilling blend of asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay, pitting guards against thieves in strategic and intense battles.”
    • “The strategic depth adds layers of complexity to the gameplay, making it equally appealing to those who enjoy careful planning and those who thrive in the chaos of dynamic situations.”
    • “The gameplay is fluid, responsive, and well balanced, providing a unique experience that keeps players engaged.”
    • “It can often be hard to recommend because it is balanced against the guards and having more thieves than guards or even just 'even teams' the gameplay can get a bit one-sided fast. I have had extremely engaging 3v10s or 2v6s but never a 5v5.”
    • “Buggy, poor gameplay and lacking any community - not worth downloading.”
    • “The gameplay itself makes it easier for thieves to win, but generally isn't a good experience.”
  • graphics
    68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its charming art style and decent visuals that enhance the gameplay experience. While some criticize the simplistic graphics and occasional bugs, others highlight the appealing design and smooth performance, making it accessible even on lower-end systems. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good, contributing positively to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.

    • “The graphics are unique and colorful, yet don't distract you from the core gameplay.”
    • “The graphics, for being top down, are 10/10.”
    • “The graphics are very decent, with dynamic lighting and shadows, the atmosphere is very fitting to the setting.”
    • “Ok the game had its little cute art style then they added skins to a top down shooter game... they also changed the art style completely into these disgusting models... and also what is with the stock music?”
    • “The graphics are a bit simplistic and seem to be a bit of a ripoff of the Nintendo Wii.”
    • “It's graphics and graphical options are very limited and it could probably run on a toaster but that's actually a great thing because that means more players will be able to play flawlessly.”
  • humor
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it hilarious and entertaining, especially in multiplayer settings. The gameplay often leads to funny moments, particularly when played casually with friends, and the game's simple mechanics and creative elements enhance its comedic appeal. However, some users note that the humor can be diminished by bugs and a steep learning curve for new players.

    • “This game is hilariously fun and addicting, despite still being in early access!”
    • “The game overall is a handful of creativity and originality, the graphics are pretty solid, the gameplay and the controls are really easy to learn and master, and the physics are just hilarious in an awesome way.”
    • “Very funny game, for casual play, entertaining, nice graphics, hilarious, suspense.”
    • “All the 'veteran' players have left for these reasons, and a huge part of the new players stick to the game just for some weeks because it can be quite unforgiving for beginners, hard to understand at first, and for this reason, not funny.”
    • “The humor in the game feels forced and often falls flat, making it hard to engage with the characters.”
    • “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and the comedic timing is off, leaving me more confused than amused.”
  • story
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal or non-existent, with players noting that the missions feel short and lack depth. Many reviews suggest that the gameplay is heavily reliant on multiplayer interactions, and the absence of AI in modes like zombies further detracts from any narrative experience. Overall, the story aspect is deemed unsatisfactory, with players expressing a desire for more engaging content and modes.

    • “The mission is over!”
    • “You'll end up running out of ammo and will have to go on a literal suicide mission to get some more.”
    • “Mount an assault quickly, as the thieves are capable of reacquiring the bomb and carrying on with the mission.”
    • “No story.”
    • “So short story even shorter; do not try this game unless you have a group of 6 or more friends to play the desired multiplayer vs game mode against each other because even the zombie game mode doesn't have AI.”
    • “Story - n/a.”
  • stability
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report significant bugs and performance issues, others find it relatively stable with few glitches. Many acknowledge that it is still in beta, which contributes to its instability, but some users appreciate its performance on various devices. The consensus suggests that while there are bugs present, they do not severely detract from the overall gameplay experience for everyone.

    • “Fun, interesting game; no glitches and runs well on really anything. It isn't pay-to-win.”
    • “Almost bug-free.”
    • “Buggy, poor gameplay and lacking any community - not worth downloading.”
    • “Of course, it's a game in beta, and it comes with glitches.”
    • “As stated above, the game is still fun as it stands, just buggy and mildly infuriating at times.”
  • music
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music aspect has received mixed feedback, with many users noting the absence of background music, particularly in key areas like the title screen and during gameplay. While some appreciate the focus on environmental sounds for immersion, others feel that the lack of music diminishes the overall atmosphere and tension, suggesting that adding music could enhance the experience. Overall, the sound effects are described as minimal, leaving a gap that could be filled with more engaging musical elements.

    • “My advice is to put on some tense music to improve the atmosphere, which is only accentuated by the brilliant lighting and how both sides have to use it to their advantage.”
    • “[b]Sounds[/b] and [b]music[/b] at this point are decent.”
    • “The game does lack in music, but it makes sense since you must listen carefully to lights going off and people getting killed.”
    • “One thing that a few of my friends have noticed was that the game has no music in it whatsoever.”
    • “The maps are well designed and make the most of the game's lighting and tight controls, though the lack of music and any sense of danger reduces the atmosphere to naught.”
  • grinding
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some achievements require extensive grinding that can feel tedious and unachievable, others appreciate the pacing of character unlocks, noting that it doesn't take too long to progress without spending money. However, the potential for repetitive gameplay and being outnumbered in battles can make grinding feel more burdensome, especially when playing solo.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Achievements are there, but many of them are just a bunch of grinding and to be honest, nothing that will get you excited, nor do I think some of them are achievable, unless you are a no-lifer to chase something like 'reach level 80' or 'play 30,000 matches in total'.”
    • “Overall, this game is pretty fun in my opinion, but it is a little grindy to level up to unlock more characters.”
    • “Unless you're playing with friends, you will be constantly taking on groups of three or four, and find yourself in a tedious cycle of death.”
  • optimization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance even on low-spec PCs, some experience lag issues and suggest the need for further graphical adjustments. Despite these concerns, the game generally runs without crashing, indicating a solid foundation that could improve with future updates.

    • “It runs smoothly even on my low-spec PC.”
    • “The game, overall, runs smoothly with no crashing issues.”
    • “I assume the engine is Unity; it's very well optimized.”
    • “Unbalanced and unoptimized.”
    • “Would be better if you could turn the graphics even lower or if it had better optimization.”
    • “I might change my review in the future if the game gets better optimization and activity.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while many players appreciate the diverse characters and dynamic matches that enhance replay value, some feel that the fun diminishes after a few hours. Despite this, several reviews highlight its solid core mechanics and enjoyable cooperative elements, suggesting that it still offers a fair amount of replayability for those who engage with it.

    • “With its diverse roster of characters and abilities, it provides dynamic and replayable matches with each session.”
    • “Very simple but very replayable, and once those bots roll around, the co-op is going to be awesome!”
    • “Very good game with a solid core gaming concept and high replayability features.”
    • “It's annoying, and it kills the replayability that this game offers.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its stunning day and night visuals, enhanced by dynamic lighting and well-designed maps that encourage strategic play. However, some players feel that the absence of music and a sense of danger diminishes the overall atmosphere, despite the enjoyable and competitive gameplay.

    • “Love the game! It's such an atmospheric, gorgeous night and day time looking game, and its maps are so well placed!”
    • “My advice is to put on some tense music to improve the atmosphere, which is only accentuated by the brilliant lighting and how both sides have to use it to their advantage.”
    • “The graphics are very decent, with dynamic lighting and shadows; the atmosphere is very fitting to the setting.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy has shifted to include microtransactions, which has led to concerns about player retention and the absence of promised single-player content. Users feel that the game may require advertising or additional incentives to attract more players.

    • “Now it has hardly any players, the single player that was promised looks like it's no longer going to happen, and it now has microtransactions.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the intense enjoyment it brings to players, evoking strong feelings during gameplay. However, one user humorously notes a physical consequence of their enthusiasm, leading to a rather graphic and unintended experience. Overall, the game is recommended for its engaging emotional impact, despite some bizarre personal anecdotes.

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4h Median play time
15h Average play time
2-52h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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