Primateria
- January 8, 2024
- Yfrit Games
- 13h median play time
Get on Steam"Primateria is an adventure-style, single-player game, providing approximately 13 hours of playtime. It features a revolutionary infinite fusion system for creating powerful cards and unleashing high attack combos, adding a unique twist to classic Yu-Gi-Oh! inspired deckbuilding and turn-based gameplay. Check out other games from the developer at ."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Primateria offers a unique fusion mechanic that allows for creative deck-building and strategic gameplay, making it accessible for newcomers while still providing depth for experienced players.
- The game features a vibrant art style and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, contributing to its charm and appeal.
- With no microtransactions and a solid replay value, Primateria is a great value for its price, providing hours of engaging gameplay.
- The story mode is considered lackluster and underdeveloped, leading to a repetitive experience that may not satisfy players looking for a rich narrative.
- The AI can be frustratingly simplistic, often making suboptimal moves that detract from the competitive experience, making battles feel more like puzzles than strategic duels.
- Some players have noted balance issues, particularly with low-cost cards overshadowing higher-cost ones, which can limit the strategic depth and variety in gameplay.
- gameplay37 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Primateria is characterized by its innovative card fusion mechanic, which allows for fast-paced and strategic play, reminiscent of classic card games like Yu-Gi-Oh. While the mechanics are easy to learn, they offer depth and complexity that can be rewarding for both newcomers and seasoned players. However, some players noted that the AI's lack of challenge and certain quality-of-life features are still in development, which can detract from the overall experience.
“The gameplay is fun, albeit some quality of life options are not yet implemented.”
“Primateria is a stellar card game that effortlessly captures the essence of strategic gameplay.”
“The game's mechanics are easy for newcomers to grasp, yet the strategic possibilities ensure a rewarding experience for seasoned players.”
“But the fun kicker to this is that the AI benefits from this mechanic the most since it doesn't care about its health.”
“I beat all 9 of the story missions across about 5 hours of gameplay without a loss, but it felt less like I built a good deck (I didn't) and more like the battles had to be very winnable to minimize unavoidable damage.”
“This game feels more like a puzzle game than a card game... and the mechanics are a bit strange.”
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story mode is generally considered underwhelming, with many reviewers noting it feels barebones and relies heavily on exposition rather than engaging storytelling. While the gameplay and art style are praised, the narrative lacks depth and variety, making it easy to complete without much investment. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling element of the experience.
“I wanted to finish all the quests before I dropped a review, and thanks to RNG heavily favoring me in the final battle, I can now do that!”
“Has a story mode plus an endless mode to see how far you get.”
“I beat all 9 of the story missions across about 5 hours of gameplay without a loss, but it felt less like I built a good deck (I didn't) and more like the battles had to be very winnable to minimize unavoidable damage.”
“There's a story mode, but it feels quite poor.”
“I found the story a bit barebones, and very tell don't show.”
“If you want a story, it can be a bit lacking.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, particularly during intense card battles. Players appreciate the engaging soundtrack, which adds to the immersive experience and is considered one of the standout features of the game. However, some users express disappointment that the soundtrack is not available for purchase on Steam.
“The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, complementing intense card battles with a delightful musical backdrop.”
“The music adds to the immersive experience, being one of the standout aspects of the game.”
“Bonus points that the soundtrack is sick, the game mechanics are simple and easy to pick up, but plenty strategic and dynamic, and the animations feel weighty and fluid, along the lines of some of the higher-budget digital card games out there.”
“You're supposed to do protection missions to add an extra card to your deck, but I do them because of the music first... don't judge me.”
“And can we talk about that soundtrack????”
“From the homage to classic monsters to the summoning methods in the game, and even the music, it often reminds me of the times I followed GX and 5Ds.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their stunning card designs and vibrant artwork, creating an immersive experience that appeals to players. While some users note a nostalgic PS2 aesthetic in the tutorial, the overall art style and unique visual elements contribute to a captivating and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“I like the art style, the abilities of cards are varied and fun, and the fusion mechanic is really unique.”
“This game boasts stunning card designs and vibrant artwork, creating an immersive and visually appealing experience.”
“Its captivating visuals, engaging gameplay, and commitment to player satisfaction make it a standout choice for card game enthusiasts.”
“The tutorial is a bit drab; the aesthetics of the game remind me of the PS2 era.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them look lifeless.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's solid replayability due to features like custom decks and varied gameplay speed, which encourage multiple playthroughs. However, some users express concerns about potential diminishing returns over time.
“The game offers a variety of custom decks and gameplay speeds, ensuring a solid replay value.”
“The replayability factor is off the charts, keeping me engaged for hours on end.”
“With multiple paths and choices, each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics severely hampers replayability.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's value, noting that it offers a substantial amount of playtime without the need for grinding, which enhances the overall experience and justifies its low price.
“Overall good game, good price. At the time of this review, I have 16 hours of playtime for only 10 dollars, without grinding either.”
“Which beats the 1 hour = 1 dollar price I think of, and doesn't inflate it with grinding.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is significantly enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that complements the intensity of card battles, creating an immersive experience for players.
“The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, complementing intense card battles with a delightful musical backdrop.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express optimism about the game's optimization, noting that ongoing feedback through Discord will likely enhance its complexity and overall experience.
“Especially for a game that will still see plenty of optimization via player feedback in their Discord, I'm very excited to see where this game will go and how much cooler and intricate it can get!”
“The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“I was disappointed to find that even after several updates, the optimization problems persist, affecting the overall experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its lack of microtransactions, which is considered a significant advantage in the current gaming landscape.
“There are no microtransactions or anything like that; that's a bonus nowadays.”
“The game offers a fair monetization model that respects players' time and investment.”
“I appreciate that the developers focus on providing a complete experience without pushing for additional purchases.”
“The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should just to enjoy the game.”
“I was disappointed to find that essential features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending money.”
“The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency really detract from the overall experience and make it feel like a cash grab.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game enjoyable and light-hearted, comparing its humor to a mix of "Inscription" and "Slay the Spire." However, some express disappointment over the nerfing of a particularly funny card, the "welcome to the party card." Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's fun atmosphere.
“Fun game, but they nerfed the funny 'welcome to the party' card. Haha, oh well, it's a blast playing what feels like a light-hearted mix of Inscription and Slay the Spire.”
