Road Stones

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Road Stones is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by HugePixel and was released on October 20, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Discover the true power of magical crystals in Road Stones! By any means necessary stop the hordes of undead monsters with their sole aim to destroy any living souls. Try to be the brave and bold hero that is desperately needed in this monster-infested kingdom.

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Single-Player

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and pleasant music, creating an enjoyable atmosphere.
It offers a unique twist on tower defense mechanics with mobile towers and a variety of levels to complete.
The gameplay can be addictive and is suitable for casual play, making it a good choice for relaxing sessions.

The controls are limited to keyboard only, which may not appeal to all players, especially in a tower defense context.
The gameplay lacks traditional tower defense elements, such as building and upgrading towers, which may disappoint genre enthusiasts.
There are several issues with polish, including inconsistent graphics, lack of UI elements, and missing features like a timer or enemy counter.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The graphics are characterized by a quirky, cartoony art style that many players find beautiful and pleasant, complemented by enjoyable music. However, some users note inconsistencies in the graphics, particularly when it comes to skill animations. Overall, the visuals are simple yet appealing, enhancing the gaming experience across various levels.
- “The art style was quirky, cartoony, and nice, and the music was pleasant background fare.”
- “Beautiful graphics are also there, as well as many levels to complete.”
- “Graphics are simple, but pleasant.”
- “- inconsistent graphics - especially with skills”
- “- inconsistent graphics - especially with skills”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is consistently described as pleasant and fitting, complementing the quirky, cartoony art style. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful melodies that serve as enjoyable background fare, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The art style was quirky, cartoony, and nice, and the music was pleasant background fare.”
- “I also liked the graphics and the music.”
- “Under cartoon graphics with beautiful music.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay features a unique blend of tower defense mechanics, where players control a mage who must navigate the environment, dodge monsters, and collect energy sparks for upgrades. This dynamic approach combines strategic placement with active movement and combat, enhancing the overall experience within the genre.
- “The core is loosely tower defense-like, but the gameplay involves the character (a mage) running around trying to dodge monsters and collect sparks of energy to get upgrades.”
- “A cool game in the tower defense genre with mechanics where we need to walk to place crystals and attack.”
- “The core is loosely tower defense-like, but the gameplay is the character (a mage) running around trying to dodge monsters and collect sparks of energy to get upgrades.”
- “A cool game in the tower defense genre with mechanics where we need to walk to put crystals and attack.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and physically taxing, leading to negative reviews due to the repetitive nature of the tasks involved.
- “I gave it a negative review because it was tedious and very hard on my hands.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The atmosphere of the game is described as cozy and inviting, making it an ideal choice for players looking to enjoy a warm and pleasant experience, especially during chilly times. Users highlight that it fosters a sense of togetherness and fun, perfect for casual gaming sessions.
- “Great simple game, my brother and I had a great evening playing it. I can recommend it if you want to enjoy a cozy game during this chilly time; it really warms you up with its cozy atmosphere.”