OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK

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OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK is a single player arcade hack and slash game with horror and anime themes. It was developed by ENGINES Inc. and was released on June 15, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Overlord: Escape from Nazarick," players control Clementine, who finds herself in the Great Tomb of Nazarick with amnesia and must escape. With her parkour skills, martial arts, and magic, she must explore the tomb to regain her weapons and powers, upgrade her weapons, and regain her memories to uncover the truth. This action-packed game features puzzle-solving and battles with Nazarick's powerful guardians.

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 233 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

Beautiful pixel graphics and well-designed environments that capture the essence of the Overlord series.
Fun gameplay mechanics with enjoyable platforming and combat, especially during boss fights.
Good character dialogue and references to the original series, making it a treat for Overlord fans.

Clunky controls and awkward combat mechanics, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game feels too linear and lacks depth compared to other metroidvanias, with minimal backtracking and exploration.
Technical issues such as a confusing map, lack of resolution options, and missing voice acting detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
50%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the fun platforming and combat mechanics, while others criticize it for being clunky, repetitive, and unpolished. Key issues include unreliable dodge mechanics, bland enemy design, and a lack of innovation, leading some to feel the game does not justify its price. Despite these drawbacks, many players find the overall experience enjoyable, particularly for fans of the genre.
- “Overall, the gameplay is fun and the art and animations are well made.”
- “I have been waiting for this game since it was announced, I just defeated the second boss and I've enjoyed the game so far. The gameplay is fun and not so complicated, boss fights (so far) seem pretty fair (on normal difficulty) and the feeling of being inside the Great Tomb of Nazarick is great.”
- “But overall it was a great play for me, challenging and fun mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is just horrible.”
- “Gameplay is clunky and repetitive, environments are only slightly interesting, enemy design is bland and woefully repeated.”
- “Tedious gameplay, awkward controls, and an interface that must've been designed by an autistic martian.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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10%
The story in the game is generally viewed as thin and predictable, with many reviewers noting its lack of depth and unoriginality, particularly for those familiar with the "Overlord" series. While some appreciate the character references and the basic plot structure that supports gameplay, others find it unengaging and poorly formulated, leading to a mixed reception overall. Fans of the franchise may enjoy the nostalgic elements, but newcomers might find the narrative lacking.
- “Great use of characters, references, and story lore/setting.”
- “Writing is on point: the story does make sense and gives you hints toward the grand reveal as an Overlord fan; this is something to look forward to.”
- “Overall, I would say that I highly recommend this game to anyone that is looking for a good metroidvania game that you can beat in a good time or if you are wanting a great Overlord adventure that leads you on a very exciting storyline.”
- “The story is a nothing burger; there is only 1 'twist' in the game, and anyone who watched the anime can see it coming just by reading the game description.”
- “Not only does this not bring anything to the story, but the plot (if any) is moronically formulated.”
- “The story is pretty basic though, whatever you'd expect from the name 'Escape from Nazarick', which I'd say maybe some would see it as a letdown, but that's what they're promising when you're getting the game.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
45%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as solid and atmospheric, while others criticize its inconsistency, noting that music is often absent in certain areas. Some players appreciate the integration of themes from the anime, but feel that the overall soundtrack lacks memorability and could benefit from more frequent use. Despite these issues, the music is generally seen as enjoyable, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “The music is decent, and it's a good look into Overlord lore; with places that have not yet been visited in the anime.”
- “Don't even get me started on the soundtrack, I enjoyed every second of hearing the soundtrack during my first run of the game.”
- “Soundtrack is pretty good and the platforming elements are fun.”
- “There are a lot of times where there is just no music.”
- “There are some points in the game which should have music but the devs chose to have it being quiet.”
- “The music stops at random times for no reason, the rooms feel very pointless, no voice acting even though half of the conversations could be just taken from the anime, and the PC controls are so awful I was forced to grab my controller.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their beautiful pixel art and show-accurate backdrops, creating a visually appealing indie aesthetic. While the sprite animations and character movements are smooth, some users reported minor graphical glitches, such as random black squares and other visual issues that can be manually adjusted. Overall, the art style effectively captures the essence of the source material, enhancing the gaming experience despite a few technical hiccups.
- “Beautiful pixel graphics mixed with show-accurate backdrops.”
- “The best thing it has going for it is the aesthetic and seeing how it implements some skills from the anime/light novel.”
- “This game has fast-paced combat and a beautiful art style.”
- “Feels very indie, such as having text that is oddly crisp placed over pixel graphics or a highly minimalist UI.”
- “There were a few moments where there were graphical issues such as random black squares in the world.”
- “You still get some smaller graphical glitches.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marked by a variety of glitches, particularly with rope interactions and map navigation, which can frustrate perfectionists and completionists. While some players report minimal issues, others experience frequent minor bugs and odd control prompts, indicating that stability may be a concern for some users. Overall, these glitches do not significantly detract from the gameplay experience but can be annoying.
- “This game has some weird glitches, with the most notable one being the interaction with ropes.”
- “Playing on version 1.0.3, there are a lot of glitches with the map, and one teleport station doesn't even get registered, forcing you to walk there. Additionally, there are glitches on the ropes that move, which may annoy perfectionists or completionists.”
- “I'm not even past the first room and have already encountered several glitches.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as amusing, particularly in its quirky mechanics and glitches, which some players find entertaining despite the game's technical issues. However, the humor may resonate more with fans of the "Overlord" series, and the overall experience is marred by visual and control problems that detract from the enjoyment.
- “And quite frankly, Ainz would be quite mad, to put it humorously.”
- “Funny, but would only recommend if you like Overlord.”
- “Aside from the whole 'run should be the default movement style and shouldn't require the holding down of a button just to move', Clementine seems to have lots of 'funny' movement at times.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game's replayability is mixed; while it offers achievements tied to different difficulty levels and encourages exploration, it lacks additional modes like boss rushes, which limits overall replay value. Players are required to replay challenges on higher difficulties to fully complete them, adding some incentive to revisit the game.
- “There is mandatory replayability; completing a challenge (such as collecting all weapons or magic) on a higher difficulty will not clear the challenge for lower difficulties.”
- “No extra modes, no boss rush, and sadly very little replay value.”
- “There is mandatory replayability, though completing a challenge (such as collecting all weapons or magics) on a higher difficulty will not clear the challenge for lower difficulties.”
- “Combined with replay value in achievements for every difficulty, and the general fun of exploring, you're not buying a small or unpolished game here.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many users expressing frustration over its perceived laziness and lack of value.
- “Cash grab.”
- “TL;DR: It's a lazy cash grab.”
- “A complete cash grab.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with players expressing frustration over performance issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. Many recommend avoiding the game due to these shortcomings.
- “If it's not intentional, it's one of the most poorly optimized games I have played in recent memory. Either way, it's garbage; don't waste your money.”
- “The game runs like a slideshow on my high-end PC, which is unacceptable for a title released in this era.”
- “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the gameplay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is enhanced by an atmospheric original soundtrack, though it features the anime series' music only occasionally, which some users find disappointing.
- “The atmospheric soundtrack beautifully complements the game's environment, with rare but impactful instances of music from the anime series enhancing the experience.”
- “The game creates an immersive atmosphere that draws you in, making every moment feel significant and emotionally charged.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack creates an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the large map and lack of clear indicators for updates, which can lead to frustration. Additionally, awkward controls and a confusing interface contribute to the overall negative experience of grinding.
- “This is a matter of taste, of course, but the map is quite large, and having to remember which room has certain updates with no indication is a bit tedious.”
- “Tedious gameplay, awkward controls, and an interface that must've been designed by an alien.”

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OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK is a arcade hack and slash game with horror and anime themes.

OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK.

OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK was released on June 15, 2022.

OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK was developed by ENGINES Inc..

OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

OVERLORD: ESCAPE FROM NAZARICK is a single player game.

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