Railroads & Catacombs: Prologue
- July 21, 2023
- MadRails
Get on SteamPlayers will board a train and lead their team through the land of madness and desolation. And you will need to make supply runs during the treacherous journey, surviving while already fallen into despair. Make sure you are ready to face those sinister creatures. Bosses will end your pathetic lives with no hesitation. Navigate in skirmish and attack the enemy using a crushing blow. Conqu…
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Reviews
- The game offers an interesting mechanic of exploration combined with a unique sanity system, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- The art style and atmosphere are reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon, providing a captivating and oppressive feel that many players enjoy.
- The combat system, which utilizes card mechanics, allows for strategic planning and character customization, making battles engaging.
- The user interface (UI) is cluttered and could benefit from simplification, making it difficult to track important stats during combat.
- There are significant balance issues, particularly with boss fights, which can feel overly punishing and require specific character builds to succeed.
- The tutorial is lengthy and contains bugs, making it hard for new players to grasp the game mechanics effectively.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay features an intriguing exploration mechanic complemented by a sanity system, enhancing the dark atmosphere of the game. While the card mechanics are generally easy to understand, players new to deck-building may find the upgrade system somewhat confusing. Overall, the combination of these elements creates a unique and engaging experience.
“The idea is interesting, and I love the mechanic of exploring.”
“There's a sanity mechanic.”
“It has card mechanics that were pretty easy to grasp, but I don't play a lot of deck-builder games, so the upgrade mechanic was a bit confusing to me.”
“Of course these dark games would have a sanity mechanic; the more I explore, the more it feels overwhelming.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature an art style reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon, incorporating similar visual elements while maintaining its own unique identity.
“The art style is reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon, but this game stands on its own with unique graphics.”
“The visuals are stunning, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws you into the game world.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive, making every environment feel alive and engaging.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
“Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story involves high stakes, as players must navigate challenges where failing a mission can lead to character death, adding a layer of tension and urgency to the gameplay. Some users express concerns about the potential need for grinding to progress.
“I thought it needed you to grind, but your character could die after failing a mission.”
“The story felt disjointed and lacked any real emotional impact.”
“I was expecting a deep narrative, but it turned out to be predictable and cliché.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "Railroads & Catacombs" is highly praised for its fitting ominous music and effective sound effects, which enhance the overall immersive experience by complementing both enemy encounters and environmental elements.
“Additionally, railroads and catacombs have a great sound to them, with fitting ominous music and good sound effects for both enemy attacks and environmental sounds, setting the atmosphere well.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world filled with tension and mystery.”
“Every corner of the game is filled with haunting visuals and ambient sounds that create a truly captivating atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
“Despite the potential for a rich setting, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
“The game’s atmosphere is marred by repetitive sound design and a lack of visual variety, making exploration feel tedious.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in "Railroads & Catacombs" is praised for its fittingly ominous tone, effectively enhancing the game's atmosphere alongside well-executed sound effects for enemy attacks and environmental elements.
“Additionally, 'Railroads & Catacombs' has a great sound to it, with fitting ominous music and good sound effects for both enemy attacks and environmental sounds, setting the atmosphere well.”
