Reborn: An Idle Roguelike RPG
- May 9, 2024
- Blake Farnsworth
OverviewReborn merges elements from three genres: Idle, Roguelike, and RPG, but is not fully defined by any one of them. The game mostly plays in the background, encouraging you to check in periodically to level up stats, manage inventory, take on quests, craft gear and potions, or simply get to know the villagers. Designed to be enjoyed over several months, Reborn lets you witness your character…
Reviews
- The game features a lovely pixel art style and an engaging story that unfolds as you progress.
- The developer is highly responsive and actively working on updates, showing commitment to improving the game.
- It's an enjoyable idle game that allows players to progress while multitasking, making it a good time killer.
- Game progression is extremely slow, with grinding that feels unbalanced and unrewarding.
- There are numerous bugs and design issues, including inventory problems and unclear mechanics.
- As an early access title, it feels sparse and lacks content, leading to a repetitive gameplay experience.
- story12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging narrative that explores a town's struggles against creature attacks and the development of its characters. However, some users express frustration with quest mechanics and pacing, noting issues such as quest locks and a lack of variety in enemies, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, many find the story compelling enough to keep them invested as they progress through the game.
“Great story so far (only getting to floor 55ish atm) but love that the main character is an actual character.”
“Loved the game so far, can't wait to see how the story of the town progresses.”
“Enjoyable game, nice story delving into the challenges of a town coping with the losses inflicted by creature attacks in between idle dungeon runs protecting the town from the creatures.”
“There's nothing happening, there are bugs, the quests are not really quests, there's only one enemy type so far (slimes of different colors) and there's not enough drops or gear or anything to do to be worth playing at the moment.”
“Getting the quest locked because of 250 mushrooms before getting a wooden helmet is wrong; it took 6 hours to grind those 250 mushrooms, and by that time I already had copper for the helmet.”
“The quest order should be adjusted.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which some enjoy, particularly in the context of idle games that blend dungeon crawling with farming, crafting, and mining elements. This combination appeals to those who appreciate a more immersive and multifaceted grinding experience.
“It's really heavy on the grind, and don't get me wrong, I love a good grind, but this is excessive.”
“I'm really enjoying these kinds of idle games that combine dungeon crawling with other sim-type idle games, but the grinding can be overwhelming.”
“Farming.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally considered basic and uninteresting, with some users noting unclear mechanics and questionable design choices. However, there is a suggestion to engage with the idle gameplay early on for a better experience.
“Overall, not very interesting and very basic gameplay.”
“The game's fine aside from some strange design choices and some game mechanics not being obvious enough.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a charming pixel art style that enhances the game's aesthetic, occasionally complemented by narrative elements.
“The lovely pixel art style adds a charming aesthetic, and there are even moments where the visuals contribute to the storytelling.”
“The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
“The art design is breathtaking, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with players noting that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience and effectively sets the mood for gameplay.
“Good idle game, love the soundtrack, puts you in the mood.”
“The music is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
“Each track perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for lacking sufficient optimization, indicating that significant improvements are necessary for better performance.
“There is barely anything here, and it needs serious optimization.”
“The game runs poorly on most systems, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
“I experienced frequent frame drops and long loading times, which shows that optimization was not a priority.”