Ring the City
- June 30, 2019
- Giant Games
Get on Steam"Ring the City" is a game set in the mysterious town of Krana, where a dungeon with elemental control rings has appeared. As adventurers and creatures gather rings for power, they clash in strategic, turn-based combat. Players must navigate the dungeon carefully, as choices impact encounters and the overarching story. Meet other "ring users," battle for power, and uncover the truth behind the dungeon's origins. Share your experiences in the Community Hub.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique concept that blends tactical roguelite mechanics with a deck-building style, providing a fresh experience.
- There is a nice variety of unique rings and effects, which adds depth and excitement to battles against diverse enemies.
- The graphics and music are appealing, and the game has charm, making it enjoyable despite its current flaws.
- The game feels unpolished and lacks sufficient development support, with many players noting that it hasn't seen updates since 2019.
- The mechanics can be punishing, particularly with ring deposits after defeats, leading to frustrating resets and a lack of inventory space.
- The AI can be overly difficult and predictable, making it hard for players to learn and adapt their strategies effectively.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay features several intriguing mechanics, such as trapping monster spirits and upgrading rings, which could enhance the experience. However, players find the overall mechanics to be overly simplistic and punishing, particularly regarding ring deposits after wins, and the challenging AI makes it difficult to fully grasp the game's systems. Overall, while there is potential for depth, the current execution feels limited and short-lived.
“There are several interesting mechanics such as trapping monster spirits into your rings and upgrading rings at the forge.”
“+ some interesting mechanics, like trapping spirits into rings”
“The mechanics could be super interesting, but right now it's a bit simple, a bit solvable, and a bit short.”
“However, the mechanics behind this game for ring deposits after a successful win are severely punishing.”
“Not to mention the AI elite plays make it even more difficult for you to learn the mechanics of the game.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their charming art style, enhancing the overall experience of the game. Players appreciate the visual appeal and the immersive music, which contribute to the enjoyment of building up their hand in the gameplay.
“The graphics and music are nice, and building up your hand (literally) can feel awesome.”
“Ring hoarder simulator with a charming art style.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
“The character models look bland and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its quality, others find it unappealing. Overall, the music contributes to the game's atmosphere but may not resonate with all players.
“The graphics and music are nice, and building up your hand (literally) can feel awesome.”
“I don't really like the music.”
“I don't really like the music.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding loop enjoyable, particularly the thrill of discovering powerful items like rings and the challenge of defeating bosses to add them to their collection. This aspect of the game contributes to a rewarding sense of progression.
