Powerlust
- February 19, 2024
- Bart Mamzer
Get on Steam"Powerlust" is a single-player or multiplayer Role Playing Game, which offers a flexible class system and a wide range of masteries and skills to choose from. The game features old school action RPG hack and slash combat, with a focus on skill-based evasion and aiming. It boasts an open world full of quests and the ability to switch between isometric, top-down, third-person, and first-person camera modes. The developer welcomes feedback as the game is still in development.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game captures the nostalgic feel of old school ARPGs like Diablo, providing satisfying combat and a variety of character classes and builds.
- The developer is responsive and regularly updates the game, showing commitment to improving the overall experience.
- The game offers a good amount of character progression and loot, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The game is currently considered 'bare-bones' with a lack of content and polish, leading to repetitive gameplay and a confusing UI.
- Many players find the grind to level up excessively tedious, with poor enemy AI and a static experience throughout the game.
- Technical issues such as crashes and clunky controls detract from the overall experience, making it feel unfinished and not worth the asking price.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as simplistic and somewhat underwhelming, with comparisons made to more robust narratives found in other titles like Grim Dawn. While it features a story mode that appeals to dungeon crawler fans and offers a variety of character classes and builds, the quest system lacks depth, making it feel more like a secondary feature rather than a central focus. Overall, players recommend engaging with the story mode, despite its limitations.
“It's a great game for anyone that likes dungeon crawlers and it also has a story mode; it has that Diablo sort of vibe to it as well.”
“I recommend the story mode, which is not the default at the moment.”
“You can expect a bit simplistic quest system at first, but where this game shines is the amount of character classes and builds you can choose from!”
“If you think a bit of procedural generation on top of a watered-down story mode is innovative, go put your $20 towards Grim Dawn or multiple roguelikes that have deeper mechanics and a better storyline than this.”
“The story mode feels very simplistic and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the game has a story mode, it doesn't offer anything particularly compelling or unique.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a divide in player opinions; some criticize the reliance on procedural generation and a simplistic story mode, suggesting it feels more suited for mobile games, while others appreciate the developers' homage to classic titles, noting the infusion of unique identity and modern gameplay elements.
“The developers have done a commendable job of paying homage to the classic, while infusing Powerlust with its own unique identity and modern gameplay elements.”
“If you think a bit of procedural generation on top of a watered down story mode is innovative, go put your $20 towards Grim Dawn or multiple roguelikes that have deeper mechanics and a better storyline than this.”
“That kind of mechanic belongs in a mobile game, and definitely not in single player.”
“The premise and how the mechanics work may be similar to those games.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its intricate and detailed environments, evoking a dark, gothic aesthetic that resonates with Diablo fans. The combination of captivating visuals and immersive music enhances the overall experience, creating a compelling and engaging world.
“From the moment you step into its intricately designed world, the game captivates with its detailed environments, reminiscent of the dark, gothic atmosphere that Diablo fans adore.”
“It definitely has Diablo vibes, and I love the atmosphere and the music.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are notably low-quality, which some users find acceptable, though it remains a point of criticism.
“The graphics are very low, which I do not mind, but still, they are low.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game effectively captures a Diablo-like atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience and contributing positively to the game's ambiance.
“It has definitely Diablo vibes, and I like the atmosphere and the music.”
