Ruine
- May 16, 2019
- NihilNode
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamRuine is a 2D dungeon crawler that scratches the classic fantasy RPG itch. Fight creatures to level up. Delve into the darkest corners of derelict ruins in search of treasure and gear. But to keep what you find, you must first make it out "alive." Using the term loosely. StoryThe rules of nature have become rather twisted, you see. Long ago, the kingdom entered an age of darkness and de…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has great potential with a solid gameplay loop that encourages experimentation with different builds.
- The art style, music, and visuals are well-polished and contribute to an enjoyable experience.
- The developer is responsive to feedback and is actively working on adding more content, which gives hope for future updates.
- The game feels abandoned, with the last update being three years ago, leading to concerns about its future.
- Content is currently limited, allowing the game to be completed in under an hour, which may leave players wanting more.
- Combat mechanics lack depth and level design is basic, which detracts from the overall experience.
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their charming art style, detailed animations, and immersive world design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail in both visuals and sound, indicating a strong commitment from the developers. The combination of intuitive menus and engaging music further elevates the game's aesthetic appeal.
“The art style, world, and characters are making me eager to see more from this game.”
“The game is really enjoyable with good gameplay mechanics and nice little graphical details you notice along the way.”
“I think the attention to detail when it comes to feel, visuals, and sound shows that the developers care about the game, and I'm sure we'll get some great content down the line.”
“The graphics are in a bit style: monsters, animations, etc.”
“The graphics are in a bit style: monsters, animations, etc.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a solid loop that encourages experimentation with various builds across multiple playthroughs, complemented by enjoyable mechanics and appealing graphical details. However, some players noted that after a relatively short duration, they felt they had exhausted the content, particularly in terms of boss encounters, which may limit long-term engagement. Overall, the game is considered fun and engaging, despite these concerns.
“There's a solid gameplay loop that'll keep you experimenting with different builds throughout different playthroughs.”
“The game is really enjoyable with good gameplay mechanics and nice little graphical details you notice along the way.”
“Really fun game, although after about an hour and a half of gameplay, I got all the items I needed to beat the boss and couldn't find anything to do afterwards. I don't think it has another boss yet, but it's a really fun game overall.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and visuals in the game are consistently praised for their quality, enhancing the overall experience with a wonderful auditory and visual presentation. Additionally, the intuitive and responsive menus contribute positively to the user experience.
“The visuals and music are great, menus are intuitive and responsive.”
“Has wonderful music and visuals.”
