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.
Reviews
- The game features unique and innovative gameplay mechanics that combine elements of strategy and randomness, making it engaging and fun.
- The art style and sound design are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
- It offers a good balance of casual play and depth, with a variety of unlockable units and challenges that encourage replayability.
- The game lacks options for opponent AI and difficulty settings, which may limit the challenge for some players.
- Some players found the game to be relatively short, with a desire for more content or modes to extend gameplay.
- There are occasional issues with AI behavior and randomness that can lead to frustrating moments during gameplay.
- story13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story is well-developed, featuring a sequential set of missions enhanced by engaging text and voiceovers that advance the narrative. Players appreciate the beautifully hand-drawn artwork and cutscenes that enrich the storytelling experience. While the main storyline is compelling, there are concerns about replayability after completing the missions, though additional arcade-style levels can be unlocked.
“Great gameplay and storyline.”
“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.”
“It has nice art, music (also available to buy), sound effects, and story-driven cutscenes.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Ragtag features innovative turn-based tactics combined with a unique drag-and-pull mechanic reminiscent of shuffleboard and crokinole, offering surprising depth and smooth execution. While some players find it lacks strategic elements and RPG mechanics, many appreciate its fun and engaging gameplay, complemented by great art and sound design. Overall, it is seen as a well-crafted indie game that delivers enjoyable mechanics at a reasonable price.
“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.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their beautiful hand-drawn artwork and cohesive style, enhancing the overall experience alongside the sound design. Reviewers highlight the innovative gameplay mechanics that complement the high-quality visuals, making it a standout example of indie gaming craftsmanship.
“I also like the graphic style very much, and the sound design is pretty good.”
“The artwork is 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, make this indie game one of the best. The asking price is, in my opinion, too low for this level of craftsmanship.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % 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 newly unlocked units in earlier levels. Players find the gameplay enjoyable, contributing to its replay value, and express hope 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 a 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.”
- music2 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, alongside well-crafted sound effects and story-driven cutscenes. Additionally, the soundtrack is available for purchase, adding to its appeal.
“It has nice art, music (also available to buy), sound effects, and story-driven cutscenes.”
“Overall, a great little game with an awesome soundtrack!”
