Rune Coliseum

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 80 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • stability
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In "Rune Coliseum," an action-packed gladiator battle simulator, engage in strategic combat using a unique turn-based system. Choose from various characters, each with unique skills, and experiment with equipment for customized playstyles. Combine moves and magic runes to create powerful skills, turning the tide of battle in your favor.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Engaging and dynamic card-based roguelike gameplay with a unique queue system that keeps players invested.
  • Great graphics and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games, combined with a variety of character classes and playstyles.
  • Active developer support with frequent updates and a strong foundation for future content, making it a promising title in early access.
  • Significant translation issues and unclear tutorials make it difficult for players to understand game mechanics and card functions.
  • The game is still rough around the edges, with bugs, UI problems, and balancing issues that detract from the overall experience.
  • Limited content and variety in gameplay can lead to repetitive experiences, especially in its current early access state.
  • gameplay13 mentions

    The gameplay features unique mechanics, particularly a card queue system that adds depth to the "slay the spire" style, making it engaging and fresh. However, significant issues with translation and clarity hinder understanding of the mechanics and card functions, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the game shows potential and is recommended for genre enthusiasts willing to support its development.

    • “Brings an interesting mechanic into a 'Slay the Spire' style of card game through the use of a queue of cards being played in different positions each turn.”
    • “The art and loot remind me a little of Darkest Dungeon, but the deckbuilding and gameplay aspects feel unique and fresh.”
    • “The mechanics are very simple at first but get deeper the more you advance, in a pretty good pacing too.”
    • “Translation needs a lot of work since it's a hot mess — one thing has two to three different translations, and that muddies up the gameplay and overall understanding of mechanics.”
    • “Terribly translated, some of the tutorials are very hard because the wording doesn't make much sense, but the gameplay is fresh and unique, and you will soon find yourself using a variety of weapons and styles to become a seriously nasty gladiator!”
    • “I would recommend they change the font to read easier, also improve the descriptions to understand what some of the mechanics are.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics are generally praised for their nostalgic appeal and quality, reminiscent of childhood games but enhanced for modern standards. While the art style and overall game direction are well-received, some users noted issues with clarity in game mechanics and suggested that certain text elements detract from the visual experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun gameplay.

    • “Feels like childhood, but with better graphics.”
    • “Graphics are great.”
    • “The arena cheers text can be removed - it takes away some of the visuals instead of enhancing it.”
    • “Darkest Dungeon graphics - check.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including confusing rules, poor tutorials, and frequent bugs that can cause freezes, even on high-end systems. Despite these problems, players find the game enjoyable and appreciate the developers' ongoing efforts to address the bugs and improve the experience.

    • “Confusing rules, terrible tutorials, buggy programming (freezes on a top-notch system).”
    • “Bit of a buggy mess and the translations/UI is fairly obscene, but I'm having quite a bit of fun.”
    • “Even though the game is still buggy and not perfect, nevertheless it is a fun game and the developers are doing their best to fix bugs and keep updating the game.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game is highly praised for its replayability, attributed to its excellent combat flow and roguelike elements, which provide significant depth and enjoyment even after unlocking all content. Players find it consistently fun, ensuring a strong incentive to revisit the game.

    • “Love it, the combat flow is excellent and being a roguelike makes it very replayable.”
    • “Lots of depth and great replayability.”
    • “All in all, it's a ton of fun and has tons of replay value even after unlocking everything.”
  • music1 mentions

    The background music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, providing an adequate auditory experience without standing out significantly.

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