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.
Reviews
- The game features a unique concept that blends tactical roguelite mechanics with a sequencing puzzle game, providing an innovative experience.
- There is a nice variety of unique rings and effects, which adds depth and strategy to gameplay.
- The graphics and music are enjoyable, contributing to the overall charm and character of the game.
- The game feels unpolished and lacks sufficient development, with many mechanics needing improvement, particularly the AI and battle feedback.
- The mechanics for ring deposits after a win are punishing, and the lack of inventory space can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The game can be solved too easily with certain strategies, which undermines the roguelike experience and makes it feel less challenging.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Gameplay features a mix of interesting mechanics, such as trapping monster spirits and upgrading rings, but is hindered by punishing ring deposit mechanics and challenging AI that complicates learning. While the potential for depth exists, many players find the overall experience to be somewhat simplistic and short.
“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 the 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.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their charming art style, enhancing the overall experience, while the combination of visuals and music contributes to an enjoyable atmosphere. Players find the graphical representation of building their hand to be particularly satisfying.
“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 are poorly designed and lack detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music2 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 and how it enhances the experience, others find it unappealing. Overall, it seems to contribute positively to the 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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding loop, finding enjoyment in the thrill of discovering powerful items, such as rings, and the challenge of defeating bosses to add them to their collection.
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find the grinding mechanics to be tedious and unfulfilling, often leading to burnout.”
“The grind is so excessive that it overshadows the enjoyment of the game's other features.”
