Pick a Hero
- June 9, 2016
- vikingfabian
- 3h median play time
"Pick a Hero" is a multiplayer online battle arena game where players select from a variety of unique heroes, each with their own abilities and playstyles. The objective is to work as a team to destroy the enemy base, while defending your own and taking down enemy towers. With a range of heroes, maps, and game modes, "Pick a Hero" offers endless strategic possibilities and exciting matches.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique card drafting mechanic that allows players to pick from random cards each turn, making it accessible for newcomers without the need for extensive deck building.
- At a low price point, the game provides a fun and quick gaming experience, with solid mechanics and a variety of well-implemented cards.
- There are no paywalls or microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the full game without additional costs, and it supports both local and online multiplayer modes.
- The user interface is clunky and uninviting, making it difficult to navigate and understand the game mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The multiplayer community is nearly non-existent, making it hard to find matches, and the single-player mode is too easy, leading to a lack of challenge.
- There are frequent glitches and crashes, particularly in multiplayer, which can disrupt gameplay and frustrate players.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics, addictive nature, and originality, making it stand out among card games on Steam. Players appreciate the depth and decision-making involved, despite some criticisms regarding art quality and comparisons to other games. The game is considered a valuable experience, especially for fans of deck-building roguelikes and card games.
“This game is truly amazing, fun, addictive, and original. Great mechanics! Please continue the good work and add more cards and modes. This game is the best card game on Steam for me, and I play a lot of TCGs here. All are very good, but this game is special. Please continue working on this precious gem!”
“An even playfield card game is pretty rare nowadays, and this has very excellent gameplay.”
“Objectively, what was produced in terms of gameplay is surprisingly good.”
“It's just a cheap clone of Hearthstone, or rather just the discover mechanic.”
“In Pickahero, despite the easy-to-get-into mechanics, I'm making just as many actual decisions per 8-minute game.”
“Good feedback is opposed to bad feedback like 'I guess I lose because I didn't draw enough land.' Lots of good feedback will give you that bubbly excited feeling as you learn the depth the mechanics have to offer.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the artwork that aligns well with the game's style, while others criticized the simplistic, "ms-paint" quality. Overall, there is a desire for improved visuals, but it seems that gameplay experience remains a higher priority for many players.
“The artwork is good and fits well with the style of the game.”
“The graphics are visually stunning and enhance the overall experience.”
“The vibrant colors and detailed environments create an immersive atmosphere.”
“In-game booster packs free of charge were a half-decent idea, but the value was somewhat held back by the MS Paint graphics and lack of real multiplayer.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the overall experience feel less immersive.”
“I was disappointed by the low-quality textures and bland character models; they really detracted from the game's potential.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, including major glitches that disrupt practice and solo games, such as the complete disappearance of cards from the gallery when alt-tabbing. These problems render certain gameplay experiences untenable.
“These issues make practice and solo games untenable when these glitches arise.”
“There are also major glitches, such as the way that all the cards disappear from the gallery if you alt-tab away.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional campaign, which some users feel is unnecessary for this genre, resulting in a primary emphasis on multiplayer gameplay.
“There's no campaign, and while these kinds of games really don't need a story, it still feels like a missed opportunity.”
“The narrative is shallow and fails to engage the player, leaving a sense of emptiness.”
“The lack of a coherent storyline makes the game feel disjointed and unfulfilling.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting that it complements the gameplay effectively. The soundtrack features a diverse range of styles, contributing to memorable moments and emotional depth. Overall, the music is considered a standout element that elevates the gaming experience.
“The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, creating an immersive environment that keeps me engaged.”
“The variety of tracks is impressive, each one adding a unique flavor to different game moments and making every session feel fresh.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The audio quality is poor, and the sound effects clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”