Quarries of Scred
- April 22, 2015
- Hammerspace Games
Get on SteamQuarries of Scred is a challenging, procedurally generated mining game. You play as a brave miner, navigating treacherous caves to collect Scred, the universe's most valuable mineral. With permadeath, randomized levels, and a variety of tools, each playthrough is unique and exhilarating. Watch out for alien creatures and hazards as you dig deeper for greater rewards!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Quarries of Scred offers a challenging and addictive gameplay experience reminiscent of classic retro games like Boulder Dash.
- The game features procedurally generated puzzles that provide high replay value and a rewarding sense of accomplishment.
- The retro graphics and soundtrack enhance the nostalgic feel, making it enjoyable for both short sessions and longer playthroughs.
- The game can be punishingly difficult, with instant deaths from mistakes and a steep learning curve that may frustrate some players.
- There is a lack of clear instructions regarding item usage, which can lead to confusion for new players.
- Compatibility issues with Windows 10 have been reported, affecting accessibility for some users.
- music6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its superb quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside the challenging puzzles. Players appreciate the diverse art styles, which complement the great soundtrack, making the game visually and audibly delightful.
“Great soundtrack and a challenging puzzler.”
“Music is great too :)”
“The plethora of available art styles means this is a delight to look at whether you prefer C64-inspired graphics or a more modern tileset, and the soundtrack is superb.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their simplicity and variety, offering a range of art styles from C64-inspired to modern tilesets, making it visually appealing. However, some users feel that certain charsets appear cheap and express a desire for a proper CRT simulation. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's aesthetic, complemented by a superb soundtrack.
“The plethora of available art styles means this is a delight to look at whether you prefer C64-inspired graphics or a more modern tileset, and the soundtrack is superb.”
“Some character sets feel a bit cheap and I miss a proper CRT simulated display, but otherwise the graphics are perfect in their simplicity.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its simplicity and balance, contributing to a high level of replayability. Players find it enjoyable and engaging, making them eager to return for multiple playthroughs.
“It's simple, balanced, fun, and has a lot of replay value.”
“It's a simple game, but fun, and it's extremely replayable.”
“It's simple, balanced, fun, and has a lot of replay value.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging "just one more round" mechanic, appealing to players who enjoy a challenging experience with punishing rules and strict turn-based mechanics.
“Brilliant 'just one more round' gameplay.”
“Having played this since its release on itch.io, I can recommend this game to players looking for a challenge, punishing rules, and strict turn-based gameplay.”
