Penny Blood: Hellbound

61%
Game Brain Score Based on 22 reviews
  • story
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  • music
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In "Penny Blood: Hellbound," play as six powerful anarchists trying to escape a surreal prison controlled by the Celestial Rainbow. Gain malice and form alliances to learn new skills in this action-packed roguelike. This title, featuring art by Miyako Kato and music by Yoshitaka Hirota and Noriyuki Iwadare, is a prequel to the upcoming game "Penny Blood."

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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique blend of humor and violence, with interesting characters and a captivating storyline that draws players in.
  • Gameplay mechanics are engaging, with a fun bloodsurfing mechanic and a satisfying progression system that keeps players invested.
  • The art style, music, and overall presentation are well-crafted, enhancing the immersive experience of the game.
  • The game suffers from significant bugs, including crashes during loading screens that can result in lost progress, which hampers the overall experience.
  • Balancing issues are present, particularly in the early game where difficulty spikes can be frustrating for players.
  • There are concerns about the game's development status, with some players feeling that it may be abandoned or lacking future updates.
  • story13 mentions

    The story of "Penny Blood: Hellbound" is set in a high fantasy horror version of the 1920s, focusing on an amnesiac protagonist named Clara as she navigates a looping dungeon filled with adversities. Players appreciate the intriguing backstory it provides for the main title, "Penny Blood," and the worldbuilding that leaves them eager for the full game. Overall, the narrative is engaging, with a well-crafted translation that enhances the experience.

    • “You've got a time setting of the 1920s in a high fantasy horror spin of a story where you play as an amnesiac woman given the name of Clara.”
    • “The story leaves you curious about the happenings within Penny Blood as a whole, and as a prequel, it only gets me more excited for the big story to come!”
    • “I cannot wait for Penny Blood to come out in full when it's ready, and I love the prequel that helps you be introduced to the universe and story of the game to come. This has so much more love and care than I expected, and it makes me more excited for what is to come.”
    • “The story is simple enough - a group gets trapped in a dungeon that infinitely loops when you die, and they have to fight their way out.”
    • “Any way looking forward to the complete game and more story bits; however, truth be told, I'm mainly looking forward to Penny Blood the game being released sometime in the future, as this is just a prequel to it, but it's still worth a buy for the gameplay loop and fun characters and story bits.”
    • “You've got a time setting of the 1920s in a high fantasy horror spin of a story where you play as an amnesiac woman given the name Clara.”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay of the game features unique mechanics and an addictive loop, drawing comparisons to titles like Hades and Vampire Survivors. While players appreciate the interesting characters and the innovative "bloodsurfing" mechanic, some criticize the balancing issues and lack of hitstun, which can lead to frustrating encounters. Overall, the gameplay is seen as simple yet satisfying, appealing to those looking for a fun roguelike experience.

    • “It's a very fun game with unique mechanics and interesting characters.”
    • “The gameplay is simple but satisfying - mainly due to bloodsurfing being the best thing ever.”
    • “A pretty neat roguelite with a cool character design and an addictive gameplay loop.”
    • “Incredibly weak gameplay; no hitstun means enemies can attack you while you're attacking them mid-combo, and you die in two hits.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it's like a very basic version of Hades. You fight a room of various enemies, select a tile on a grid to move to the next, pick up power-ups and skills, and unlock new stats and items with collected currencies after death.”
    • “So far, I don't regret my purchase as the gameplay is kind of scratching my simple game fix like Vampire Survivors, with the added bonus of a really interesting world and plot.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its masterful selection, effectively enhancing the atmosphere without being overly dramatic. Reviewers appreciate how it complements the world and character designs, contributing to an overall fantastic experience.

    • “The world, character designs, and music are fantastic.”
    • “The setting and music are quite interesting.”
    • “The music is a masterful selection; even if it isn't all that over the top, you feel the atmosphere and enjoy it whether you're focused on it or not.”
  • character development1 mentions

    While the world-building, character designs, and music are praised, there is no specific mention of character development, suggesting it may not be a focal point in the reviews.

  • humor1 mentions

    Players appreciate the humor in the game, highlighting the abundance of hilarious lore unlocks that add a comedic layer to the experience.

    • “The game is filled with hilarious lore unlocks that keep you laughing.”
    • “The humor is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
    • “I love how the dialogue is packed with witty one-liners and clever puns.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is enhanced by a masterfully selected soundtrack that, while not overly dramatic, effectively immerses players in the experience, allowing them to appreciate it both consciously and subconsciously.

    • “The music is a masterful selection; even if it isn't over the top, you feel the atmosphere and enjoy it whether you're focused on it or not.”
    • “The game's environment is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
    • “The lighting and sound design work together beautifully to create a hauntingly captivating atmosphere.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics feature a great art style with enjoyable character interactions, although some users feel that a few characters may require balancing, particularly since the game is still in early access.

    • “The art style is fantastic, and the characters are all enjoyable in their interactions.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive experience that truly enhances gameplay.”
    • “The visual design is vibrant and detailed, making every scene a pleasure to explore.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players note that the grinding aspect of the game is reminiscent of Hades, offering a variety of options while maintaining a challenging difficulty level.

    • “Feels like Hades with more options and grinding; yes, the difficulty is there.”
    • “The grinding is relentless and makes the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
    • “I spent hours grinding for resources, and it just felt tedious and unrewarding.”
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