Riftwalker
- March 29, 2019
- Deeplink Studios
Get on Steam"Riftwalker is a rogue-like tower defense game set in a dark, procedurally generated world, where you investigate a missing star and uncover a lost civilization's fate. With a deep backstory, stunning visuals, and a dynamic upgrade tree, Riftwalker aims to redefine the genre through full 3D camera control and endless, detailed levels."
Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of dark themes with tech and magic, providing an engaging and fresh take on the tower defense genre.
- The developer is responsive to feedback and has shown commitment to improving the game, with updates and new content being released based on player suggestions.
- The graphics, setting, and soundtrack are well-received, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that enhances gameplay.
- The tutorial is lacking, with only floating paragraphs for guidance, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
- There are significant bugs and performance issues, such as invisible enemies and frame rate drops, which hinder the overall experience.
- The game feels incomplete in its current state, with limited content and user-friendly features, leading to a lack of engagement over time.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its addictive nature and innovative mechanics, such as placing lamps and turrets, though players suggest that clearer explanations and tutorials during gameplay, especially during wave attacks, would enhance the experience.
“Great concept and addictive gameplay.”
“Maybe have the player place down a few lamps and turrets, explaining why they should put each one down as they go; since you've made light a mechanic, that will certainly require explaining.”
“Pause the game with a popup or two while a wave is attacking, taking the opportunity to further explain the mechanics and how things can be done.”
“The gameplay feels unbalanced, making it frustrating to progress without clear guidance on mechanics.”
“There are moments where the game lacks clarity, leaving players confused about how to effectively use the mechanics.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, often overwhelming players with too much information at once without proper tutorials.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the eerie atmosphere and overall theme, with a well-integrated soundtrack that complements the graphics and setting. However, some users have noted a minor issue with the soundtrack looping, which introduces an unintended sound.
“I love the soundtrack used in the background which blends in so well with the eerie setting and the overall theme of the game.”
“I love the graphics, setting, and music in the game.”
“When the soundtrack loops, I hear a random 'thob'.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story involves players searching for knowledge "pieces" within a dungeon while defending a portal, with floating paragraphs providing narrative context scattered throughout the map. However, the presentation of these paragraphs can be challenging for newcomers, as they may struggle with camera controls, suggesting a need for more accessible pop-up formats for the information.
“The story involves finding knowledge 'pieces' inside the dungeon while defending your portal.”
“You have floating paragraphs spread across your map, which can be a bit of a mission to read when playing for the first time. It might be helpful to turn those informative paragraphs into actual pop-ups to make them easier to access.”
“The story requires you to find 'pieces' of knowledge inside the dungeon while defending your portal, which feels disjointed and lacks depth.”
“You have floating paragraphs spread across the map, making it challenging to read them while trying to manage camera controls. It would be better if these informative paragraphs were turned into actual pop-ups for easier access.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their appealing aesthetics, immersive setting, and complementary music, contributing to an overall positive visual experience.
“I'm loving the aesthetics so far.”
“I love the graphics, setting, and music in the game.”
