Reynard

About

"Reynard is a procedurally generated action RPG and tower defense game, inspired by classics like Legend of Zelda and Binding of Isaac. Players don the high-tech gauntlet of Reynard, a hero on a mission to rescue his wife and save his home island from invasion. The game features countless dungeons, over 200 items, fast-paced combat, and a progression system, with support for gamepad and keyboard on Windows or Linux."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music8 positive mentions

The game features charming retro-style graphics and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Reynard offers a unique blend of roguelite and tower defense gameplay, providing a variety of challenges and replayability through procedurally generated dungeons.
The crafting system and the ability to unlock permanent upgrades add depth to the gameplay, encouraging players to experiment with different strategies.

The controls are clunky and can be frustrating, especially for players using a keyboard, as aiming and managing inventory can be awkward.
There are significant technical issues, including broken achievements and frequent crashes, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The learning curve is steep, making it difficult for casual players to fully engage with the game without prior experience in similar genres.

music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, retro 8-bit style that enhances the overall experience and fits well with the gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as funky, memorable, and capable of getting stuck in players' heads. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's charming personality and engaging atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is the kind of catchy retro 8-bit music that gets stuck in your head and you have no choice but to hum it throughout the day.”
- “The graphics are charmingly retro and the chiptunes music is super catchy.”
- “The music is certified 'this has no right to be this good' level.”
- “Major points for the soundtrack.”
- “I do not think I will ever get sick of the music tracks.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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The gameplay features a unique sprint mechanic that can lead to chaotic movement, coupled with a stamina system that some find cumbersome. While the game offers a charming aesthetic and addictive elements reminiscent of classic titles, technical issues and clunky mechanics detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the inclusion of a crafting system and randomized variables adds depth and encourages replayability.
- “The gameplay feels good and the soundtrack has a nice ring to it.”
- “This is a game that has pretty addictive gameplay and cute graphics, along with plenty of randomized variables from run to run to keep the game fresh for the potential player.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's kind of a fast and loose mix of old school Zelda and Binding of Isaac.”
- “The strangest core mechanic is the sprint button, which lets you dash uncontrollably across the screen, at a steep stamina cost.”
- “The mechanics and UI are just a bit too clunky, and the stamina/inventory system with the combat is just needlessly awkward to manage.”
- “Weird gameplay quirks and design choices aside, this is where I unfortunately have to mention the real reason I’m giving this game a thumbs-down: the technical problems.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
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The game's graphics are characterized by charming retro-style pixel art that evokes nostalgia, complemented by a catchy chiptune soundtrack. Players appreciate the adorable and colorful visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it appealing to fans of old-school aesthetics. The top-down perspective and cute design contribute to its addictive and engaging nature.
- “Graphics are adorable and pixelated, the perspective is top-down.”
- “This is a game that has pretty addictive gameplay and cute graphics, along with plenty of randomized variables from run to run to keep the game fresh for the potential player.”
- “The graphics are charmingly retro and the chiptunes music is super catchy.”
- “Nostalgic old school 2D pixel graphics.”
- “If you love a challenge and old school graphics, this game is made for you.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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Reynard boasts high replayability due to its procedurally generated dungeon levels and a wide variety of items, ensuring that each run offers a unique experience. The roguelite elements contribute to short, varied gameplay sessions, further enhancing the game's replay value.
- “Through procedurally generated dungeon levels, Reynard offers practically infinite replayability.”
- “Given the random items on each run, you will find that the experience will differ greatly from run to run, allowing for more replayability.”
- “The many items mean that your runs will differ greatly from each other, allowing for a significant amount of replayability.”
- “All of this is fairly straightforward, and given the random items on each run, you will find that the experience will differ greatly from run to run, allowing for more replayability.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Foxmania" is criticized for being unreliable and chaotic, leading to a frustrating escort mission experience. Players find the narrative elements contribute to a stressful gameplay dynamic, particularly during tower defense segments where the fox characters often fail to survive.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game appears to be hit or miss, with some players finding it lacking or ineffective, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Despite this, there is a sense of goodwill towards supporting indie developers.