Re.poly
- December 12, 2019
- Hinkfoot Studios
- 40h median play time
Get on SteamRe.poly is a developing Role Playing Game that offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op and PvP for up to 2 players. The game is set in the world of Aspira, where a dark age has fallen and a miner named Bernard has made a pact with a demon, becoming incredibly powerful and subsequently imprisoned in a castle. Players can have a direct impact on the game's development by joining the discord server and communicating with the developer about features and content.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a dedicated developer who is very responsive to player feedback and actively works on updates and improvements.
- It offers a fun and engaging experience with a cozy atmosphere, making it enjoyable for both single-player and multiplayer sessions.
- The low-poly graphics and gameplay mechanics are well-received, providing a unique and charming aesthetic that appeals to fans of survival and crafting games.
- There are significant performance issues, including FPS drops and bugs that affect gameplay, making it frustrating for some players.
- The game has undergone multiple style changes that have led to a less appealing visual experience, with repetitive environments and poor lighting.
- Combat mechanics feel unrefined and lack depth, leading to a less satisfying experience when engaging with enemies.
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their stylized, low-poly design, which enhances the game's cozy and engaging atmosphere, making it well-suited for exploration and survival crafting. Reviewers appreciate the aesthetic choices that contribute to the addictive nature of the gameplay, although some note that the graphics may not appeal to everyone, particularly those who prefer more detailed visuals. Overall, the graphics receive a strong positive reception, with a score of 9/10 from one reviewer.
“Great stylized and themed graphics.”
“If you're looking for an open, exploration-heavy, sandbox/building, survival crafting experience—but aren't willing to sacrifice on coziness in the aesthetics, this dev knows exactly what makes these sorts of games so addictive and rewarding—as well as offering a lot of player freedom.”
“The poly graphics are really nicely done.”
“If you like survival/building games, you can't go wrong here, unless you do not like low-poly graphics that is :)”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The visual style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with some players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative. While tutorial quests help newcomers navigate the game, the overall quest information is not clearly presented, leaving players feeling lost and without a compelling storyline to motivate their gameplay.
“Besides, the tutorial quests are a nice touch and will get you started if you're a bit lost or not familiar with this kind of game.”
“Wish you the best of luck and if you have a story in there I would definitely keep the game because I would have purpose.”
“No real story.”
“Instructions on crafting quests could be a little more clear.”
“Quest info only shows up properly when opening the quest journal with [j].”
- optimization5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues exacerbated by poor graphical choices, such as repetitive polyhedral shapes replacing grass. Despite several updates, performance remains subpar compared to similar titles, leading to strong recommendations against playing the game due to its inadequate optimization.
“All grass was replaced with repetitive polyhedral shapes that don't look nice, don't blend with the terrain at all, and cause performance issues.”
“I don't remember such bad performance in all similar games that I've played (both from indie and studios).”
“I can't recommend this game; it will have too poor performance for most users.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring solid building mechanics and engaging crafting and farming systems. However, the use of ranged weapons is hindered by a flawed reloading mechanic, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express a desire for more building options to enhance creativity, similar to those found in games like Valheim.
“Obviously I'm enjoying the gameplay so much that I forget to look down at my little food bubble!”
“The building is solid as well as the gameplay.”
“Growing crops and other mechanics such as crafting add depth to the gameplay.”
“Any ranged weapons are completely uncomfortable to use since their reloading mechanic is partially broken or just designed incorrectly.”
“The gameplay could benefit from more building walls and roof items to allow for more intricate designs; for example, adding some building blocks from a game like Valheim would be cool.”
“Growing crops and other mechanics such as crafting feel underdeveloped.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting it enhances the experience of leveling up and exploring. The game offers a variety of activities, including combat, crafting, and building, which keep the grinding engaging and rewarding. Overall, the grinding is seen as a fun and integral part of the gameplay, with a well-implemented XP system that encourages continued play.
“Extremely fun, a lot of action, grinding, and building.”
“There is a neat XP system in place that rewards you for grinding.”
“It didn't disappoint as we played all weekend, grinding through the steps it takes to increase our survival level and explore more and more.”
- stability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed, with some users experiencing significant issues such as constant FPS drops and overheating, while others report smooth performance with high frame rates and no lag.
“The game runs great, achieving 190-200 fps with no fps cap.”
“The game runs smoothly with high frame rates and no lag.”
“The game has constant FPS drops and freezes; my GPU (RTX 3060) overheats while trying to run it.”
“I experience frequent crashes that make it nearly impossible to enjoy the game.”
“The stability issues are so severe that I can't complete a single mission without the game crashing.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally regarded as enjoyable and engaging, contributing to a fun experience; however, some players find it unplayable, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“It's a fun game with a nice atmosphere and a very active developer too.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for the inclusion of music in the game, indicating that its absence detracts from the overall experience.
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspiring and forgettable.”
“There is no music at all, which makes the experience feel empty.”
