ReversEstory
- June 4, 2021
- ilili_world
Get on Steam2D roguelike action shooter. Utilizing the action of flying around freely 360 degrees, we will capture the randomly generated ruins. Strengthening systems and stages that differ greatly depending on the character, and boss enemies ... There are also characters from the Metroidvania-like system.
Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of gameplay styles, including roguelite and metroidvania elements, providing a fun and engaging experience.
- The graphics and music are well-received, with many players praising the art style and soundtrack.
- The mobile version is highly regarded, and the PC version offers improved visuals and a larger view, making it enjoyable despite some control issues.
- The PC version suffers from clunky controls that do not translate well from the mobile version, making gameplay frustrating at times.
- There are no additional ways to obtain cards in the PC version, leading to disappointment for players who expected more from their purchase.
- The English translations are often unclear and could use improvement, which detracts from the overall experience.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the games, particularly "reversestory" and its sequel "ruinsstory," is well-received, with players appreciating the engaging narratives and lore integrated into the gameplay. While "reversestory" is praised for its perfection, "ruinsstory" introduces a unique combat system and retains strong musical elements, enhancing the overall storytelling experience. Players find the storytelling compelling, making both titles enjoyable and worth exploring.
“I love Reversestory; I really do. To me, it's perfect in every way.”
“The music in Ruinsstory is great as well, with some songs and their respective locations being taken from Reversestory and remastered. Nanase did a great job with the music once again.”
“All in all, Ruinsstory is a great game as well, totally worth playing.”
“The third story also likes to throw you into very long corridors that spawn multiple rooms with absolutely no checkpoints in between.”
“Ruinsstory also has an actual story, as well as some lore pieces you can easily find while playing!”
“And while with a controller you can at least aim without troubles, the keyboard is a completely different story.”
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality and impact, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive soundtrack and remastered tracks from previous titles. Players appreciate how the music enhances the overall experience, complementing the cute art and fun gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack is amazing.”
“The graphics make everything important stand out, and the music just goes hard.”
“The music in Ruinsstory is great as well, with some songs and their respective locations being taken from Reversestory and remastered. Nanase did a great job at music once again.”
“The music in Ruinsstory is great as well, some songs and their respective locations being taken from Reversestory and remastered. Nanase did a great job at music once again.”
“The music in Ruinsstory is great as well, some songs and their respective locations being taken from Reversestory and remastered. Nanase did a great job at music once again.”
“The music in Ruinsstory is great as well, some songs and their respective locations being taken from Reversestory and remastered. Nanase did a great job at music once again.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a blend of three distinct styles: two characters engage in roguelite mechanics while the third character offers a metroidvania experience. All gameplay elements incorporate bullet hell mechanics, fast movement, and a mix of quick and charged attacks, providing a dynamic and engaging experience across the different narratives. Overall, players find the gameplay fun and worth the investment.
“The game has three different stories, two of which feature roguelite gameplay, while the third offers a metroidvania experience.”
“The first character's gameplay, Nana's, focuses on changing equipment.”
“The second character's gameplay, Erin's, revolves around constantly upgrading attributes without drawbacks.”
“The gameplay of the first character, Nana, revolves around changing equipment, which can feel tedious.”
“The second character, Erin, has gameplay that focuses on constantly upgrading attributes without any drawbacks, making it feel unbalanced.”
“The game features bullet hell-style gameplay, fast movement, and a mix of quick and charged attacks, but it can become overwhelming and chaotic.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their smooth pixel art style, effectively highlighting important elements in the game. Players note that the PC version offers improved visuals compared to the mobile release, justifying its price with enhanced graphics and audio. Overall, the aesthetic contributes positively to the gaming experience, despite some concerns about controls.
“I really like the art style.”
“The graphics make everything important stand out, and the music just goes hard.”
“The graphics are on par with the mobile release, and even look nicer on the PC release.”
“I can't describe the graphics and music, as I don't really know how to.”
“Has pixel graphics but is still smooth.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The mobile version of the game is free to play, allowing users to purchase cards through in-game transactions, providing a monetization model that supports optional spending.
“In the mobile version, you can purchase cards through in-game purchases, and the game itself is free to play.”
“The monetization model is fair, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
“I appreciate that there are options for both free and paid content, making it accessible for everyone.”
“The mobile version allows you to purchase cards through in-game purchases, but the game is free to play locally.”
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“I find the in-game purchases to be unbalanced, making it difficult to progress without spending real money.”
