Quest of Dungeons

The closest true roguelike you're likely to ever play short of playing it in ASCII

72%Game Brain Score

gameplay, story

grinding, character development

78% User Score Based on 306 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 10 reviews

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Quest of Dungeons is a single player role playing game. It was developed by David Amador and was released on March 25, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Quest of Dungeons is a turn-based dungeon crawler game with pixel art style. You can choose from four different classes: Warrior, Wizard, Assassin, or Shaman, and battle through randomly generated dungeons to defeat the Dark Lord. The game features permadeath, meaning if your character dies, you'll have to start all over again. With its simple gameplay and challenging difficulty, Quest of Dungeons provides a fun and engaging experience for fans of the genre.

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gameplay17 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game has a charming retro aesthetic and simple design, making it easy to pick up and play.
It offers a fun and addictive experience, especially for fans of rogue-like dungeon crawlers.
The variety of character classes and randomly generated dungeons provide replayability and keep the gameplay fresh.

The game can be overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it feel repetitive after a short time.
Difficulty spikes, particularly with bosses, can lead to frustrating experiences, especially if players are unprepared.
There are issues with balance, as certain classes, like the assassin, can feel overpowered compared to others.

gameplay
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
62%
10%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its simplicity and repetitiveness, often leading to a lack of depth and variety in mechanics. While some appreciate the casual and accessible nature of the turn-based system, others criticize it for being dull and lacking engaging strategies or complex mechanics. Overall, the game offers a straightforward experience that may appeal to newcomers but fails to provide the depth and excitement that seasoned roguelike players seek.
- “I love doing simple combat with depth in the gameplay.”
- “Great gameplay, cute graphics, and great music.”
- “Quest of Dungeons has an engaging design, great artwork, great music, a dash of humor, clever combat, and addictive gameplay.”
- “There are no cursed items, identification, skill points, synergies, non-attack skills, equipment trade-offs, puzzles, environment mechanics... anything but the most basic walking and attacking.”
- “It is both boring and pointless, and its gameplay is almost nonexistent.”
- “Unfortunately, it fails to meet the potential its top-down turn-based gameplay affords it, and in the end you feel like it's a pretty generic title.”
story
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
76%
6%
The story in "Quest of Dungeons" is minimal and largely serves as a backdrop for gameplay, with players primarily engaging in repetitive quests that lack depth or narrative complexity. While some appreciate the simplicity and charm of the game, many reviews highlight the absence of a compelling storyline, with quests often reduced to basic tasks like finding items or defeating bosses. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable for its mechanics but falls short in delivering a rich or engaging narrative experience.
- “Simple design, great story, easy casual while suspenseful gameplay that keeps you on your toes.”
- “Love the classic art style and goofy story.”
- “Although, Quest of Dungeons may not have everything a roguelike game would.”
- “No story at all, almost no text or cutscenes.”
- “A lot of the negative reviews focus on the fact that Quest of Dungeons lacks the same depth as other games in the genre.”
- “The game is easy, gold is utterly meaningless, and it has no real storyline... though that's normal for this genre at least.”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
58%
7%
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and retro, often utilizing 8-bit or 16-bit pixel art styles that evoke nostalgia for classic gaming. While some players appreciate the charming and cute aesthetic, others find the visuals lackluster and uninspired, with stock assets and minimal detail. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose within the context of the gameplay, but they do not stand out as a highlight of the experience.
- “The graphics and 2D top-down view are charming, and the simple controls take no time to get used to.”
- “Graphically, the game delivers on everything its trailers promise.”
- “Pretty and readable pixel graphics, charming if somewhat out of theme music.”
- “Game is way too short, especially for 8-bit graphics with stock assets.”
- “Graphics: 2.5 nothing special here.”
- “It uses the 16-bit sprite pack from OryxLab, so the graphics are nothing special either.”
music
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
43%
13%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its nostalgic 8/16-bit style and ambiance, while others find it repetitive and lacking variety. Many enjoy the soundtrack's charm and its ability to enhance the gameplay experience, though a significant number express frustration over its limited selection and occasional irritation. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, it could benefit from more diverse tracks.
- “The sounds and music along with the simple but challenging gameplay have captured many memories.”
- “Just hearing the music brings me back to better times and assures me that there may be better times again in the future.”
- “The music is varied and enjoyable enough and fits well with the game's themes.”
- “Music is hella repetitive though.”
- “Just boring, irritating music, awful sound effects.”
- “Loses points for having 'music' so repetitive I wanted to turn it off in less than 5 minutes of playing the game.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is widely praised for its charm and wit, reminiscent of classic titles, with many players enjoying its lighthearted approach and amusing dialogue. While some feel it occasionally tries too hard to be funny, the overall consensus is that the humor enhances the gameplay experience, making it engaging and entertaining. The combination of cute graphics, catchy music, and a playful tone contributes to a delightful atmosphere that keeps players coming back for more.
- “Love the witty humor that used to be in old school games; this has it in bulk.”
- “The game doesn't take itself seriously, and the humor throughout adds a nice flavor.”
- “Its a roguelike game that you can easily lose 30 minutes to 2 hours in a run with its charming subplot humor that plays well with controllers.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The game offers significant replayability due to its multiple character classes, randomly generated dungeons, and varied gameplay experiences. While some players find it immensely enjoyable and worth revisiting, others feel it lacks depth and challenge, leading to mixed opinions on its long-term replay value. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a fun dungeon crawler with ample replay opportunities.
- “This game is really worth the cash just on replay value.”
- “Dungeons are randomly generated, as are all stats and gear, which makes for a totally replayable game.”
- “Having multiple characters to choose from and procedurally generated weapons/dungeons give this game a ton of replayability.”
- “After playing for a short time, the only thing I would suggest to add more replayability is to add some sort of purpose for doing these dungeons.”
- “For me at least, I can see no further challenge and/or the need to play again soon, therefore offering little to no replay value.”
- “Too short, no solid replay value, worthless randomization, too easy - even on hard.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly when managing inventory and selling items. The excessive grinding detracts from the overall experience, with some reviewers noting that it feels like a less engaging version of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon.
- “Very tedious gameplay.”
- “Beyond the basic control scheme, some things are incredibly tedious (like selling most of your inventory to a shopkeeper—mouse to the item, click, mouse to the sell button, click, repeat 30 times).”
- “The negative sides are mostly that a lot of grinding is involved, the game tries too hard to be funny at some points (where it ends up failing), and it's pretty much just Pokémon Mystery Dungeon without the Pokémon.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its immersive qualities, featuring a blend of engaging storytelling and a gritty aesthetic. The music and sound design enhance the experience, contributing to a casual yet captivating environment that invites players to dream and enjoy the gameplay. Overall, it strikes a balance between simplicity and depth, making it a standout aspect of the game.
- “The atmosphere has a gritty feel to it; the music is great, and everything about Quest of Dungeons is perfect.”
- “Casual, simple, fun—nice atmosphere; the music and sound are really good, in my opinion.”
- “Others have a nice story or atmosphere that makes you dream.”
- “The atmosphere has a dirty feel to it, the music is great, everything about Quest of Dungeons is perfect.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate a lack of character development, as players can level up through experience but have no control over how these advancements impact their hero's attributes or growth.
- “There is no character development - you will gain experience that will level you up, but you have no influence on how it affects your hero.”
- “The characters feel static and unchanging, making it hard to connect with their journeys.”
- “I expected more depth in character progression, but it feels like a missed opportunity.”

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Quest of Dungeons is a role playing game.

Quest of Dungeons is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Quest of Dungeons.

Quest of Dungeons was released on March 25, 2014.

Quest of Dungeons was developed by David Amador.

Quest of Dungeons has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Quest of Dungeons is a single player game.

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