Rune Gate
- June 6, 2024
- Devwind
- 50h median play time
Get on Steam"Rune Gate" is a deck-building roguelite where you, as the commander, assemble a team of champions to defend against enemies from the breached Rune Gate. Customize your cards with elemental runes, determining their power and utility, with nearly 200 unique runes available to acquire. Lead your party through various encounters, crafting a unique strategy with each run.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers deep customization options for cards, allowing for unique builds and strategies.
- It has a rewarding gameplay loop with high replayability due to various challenges and meta progression.
- The game is enjoyable for both short sessions and longer playthroughs, making it versatile for different play styles.
- The game suffers from a steep learning curve and can be overwhelming for new players due to information overload.
- There are bugs and quality of life issues that need addressing, making it feel somewhat unpolished.
- Healing can be difficult in tough fights, which may frustrate players during challenging encounters.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as unique and enjoyable, providing over 50 hours of fun for a low cost. However, many users feel that the various mechanics do not integrate well, resulting in a disjointed experience that lacks cohesion. Despite this, some players find the mechanics interesting and promising for future depth and replayability.
“Still had over 50 hours of fun for little money, because the gameplay is unique and so worth it.”
“Interesting mechanics, seems promising so far.”
“The gameplay feels like it's all over the place.”
“It's perfectly fine to add a lot of different mechanics; it's even needed in order to reach a nice depth and replayability, but the current mechanics don't play well with each other, so it just feels like a messy patchwork.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with users suggesting that there is room for improvement.
“Graphics could potentially be better.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game lacks a narrative component, with users indicating that there is no story present.
“There is no story to speak of.”
“The narrative is completely absent.”
“The game lacks any meaningful storyline.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that while the game attempts to incorporate various mechanics to enhance depth and replayability, the lack of cohesion among these mechanics results in a disjointed experience that diminishes overall replay value.
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as comfortable and simple, providing a low-key backdrop that enhances the gameplay without being overly challenging or distracting.
“The music creates a cozy atmosphere that perfectly complements the gameplay.”
“The soundtrack is simple yet engaging, making it easy to immerse yourself in the game.”
“The relaxing tunes provide a great backdrop, enhancing the overall experience without being overwhelming.”
“The music is too simplistic and lacks depth, making it feel repetitive.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
“The background music is low-key and doesn't create an engaging atmosphere.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the potential for diverse character development and team composition, suggesting that these elements could enhance gameplay and create a more engaging experience.
“I see potential for an interesting variety of character development, team composition, and gameplay.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
