RagTag
- March 13, 2019
- Windybeard
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Get on itch.io Store"RagTag" is an action-strategy game featuring hand-drawn visuals and a professional soundtrack. Command a diverse group of beings to fight an alien race across 6 unique locations. Use simple mechanics to execute trick shots, unlock new pieces, and utilize special abilities for a unique indie experience. Get ready for something new and exciting.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features unique and innovative gameplay mechanics that combine elements of strategy and randomness, making it fun and engaging.
- The art style and sound design are highly praised, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- It offers a good balance of easy-to-learn mechanics with depth, allowing for strategic gameplay and replayability through unlockable units and arcade modes.
- There are no options for opponent AI or difficulty settings, which limits customization for players seeking a challenge.
- Some players found the game to be too short, with a desire for more content or modes to extend gameplay.
- The AI can make questionable decisions, which may detract from the overall strategic experience.
- story26 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story is well-crafted, featuring a sequential set of missions that are enhanced by engaging text and voiceovers that advance the narrative. Beautifully hand-drawn artwork and story-driven cutscenes contribute to a coherent and immersive experience. While the main storyline is enjoyable, players express a desire for additional replayability options beyond replaying missions for medals.
“It has nice art, music (also available to buy), sound effects, and story-driven cutscenes.”
“The artwork is all beautifully hand-drawn, including the cutscenes, with a nice coherent story that is narrated.”
“Before each mission, there is some text and voiceover that describes the situation and moves the story along.”
“Also, after certain missions, there are cutscenes for more story.”
“Otherwise, there may not be much replayability other than replaying missions to get par on all of them.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Ragtag features innovative turn-based tactics combined with a unique putt-putt golf drag-and-pull mechanic, offering surprising depth and smooth execution. While some players appreciate the fun and engaging mechanics, others criticize the lack of strategic elements and RPG mechanics, suggesting that it may not appeal to those seeking deeper gameplay experiences. Overall, the game is praised for its artistic presentation and enjoyable mechanics, making it a noteworthy indie title.
“Turn-based tactics with a putt-putt golf drag-and-pull mechanic has surprising depth.”
“Unique and very innovative gameplay mechanics together with good and fitting graphics and sound, this is indie gaming at its very best, well worth the asking price which in my opinion, is too low for this level of craftsmanship.”
“A fantastic game with a really fun gameplay mechanic.”
“I don't think there are any RPG mechanics at all in this game.”
“Ragtag does not appear to have any sort of strategic gameplay whatsoever, and definitely won't win any medals for deep gameplay.”
“Ragtag does not appear to have any sort of strategic gameplay whatsoever, and definitely won't win any medals for deep gameplay.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their beautiful hand-drawn artwork, which includes well-crafted cutscenes that enhance the narrative. Reviewers appreciate the cohesive visual style and fitting sound design, highlighting the overall craftsmanship as exemplary for indie gaming.
“The artwork is all beautifully hand-drawn, including the cutscenes, with a nice coherent story that is narrated.”
“Unique and very innovative gameplay mechanics together with good and fitting graphics and sound; this is indie gaming at its very best, well worth the asking price, which in my opinion, is too low for this level of craftsmanship.”
“I also like the graphic style very much, and the sound design is pretty good.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game offers a moderate level of replayability, primarily through the ability to replay missions for better scores and the option to use later-unlocked units in earlier levels, which adds a fresh twist. Players find the gameplay enjoyable enough to encourage multiple playthroughs, with hopes for future DLC or sequels to enhance this aspect further.
“Since it's great fun to play, I feel it has lots of replay value and I hope more DLC or a sequel is planned for the future.”
“Otherwise, there may not be much replayability other than replaying missions to get par on all of them.”
“The game surprised me with its replayability factor, as the different units you unlock later in the game can then be used on earlier levels.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring an awesome soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the sound effects and story-driven cutscenes complement the musical elements, contributing to the game's appeal. Players also have the option to purchase the music separately.
“Overall a great little game with an awesome soundtrack!”
“It has nice art, music (also available to buy), sound effects, and story-driven cutscenes.”
