Runefall
- June 6, 2018
- Playcademy
- 24h median play time
Get on SteamRunefall is a single-player fantasy puzzle game with an intriguing story and pretty visuals. In this innovative match-3 adventure, you explore vast environments, collect resources, and overcome obstacles to upgrade the town of Rivermoor. By making matches, you can travel in different directions and discover hidden items, unique quest items, or items to help you get past environmental obstacles. Every match you make contributes to the progress of the game.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with a unique twist on the match-3 genre, incorporating exploration and resource gathering.
- Challenging and addictive, with a variety of side quests and mini-games that enhance the overall experience.
- Beautiful graphics and good voice acting, creating an enjoyable and immersive atmosphere.
- Lack of mid-level saving leads to frustration, as players must complete lengthy levels in one sitting.
- Some bugs and glitches can disrupt gameplay, including issues with power-ups and menu navigation.
- Repetitive gameplay and long level durations can make the experience feel tedious over time.
- story35 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it forgettable and lacking depth, while others appreciate its charm and integration with gameplay elements like quests and town-building. Many users note that the narrative feels secondary to the match-3 mechanics, often leading to a grind after the main quests are completed. However, there are positive mentions of engaging characters, decent voice acting, and a visually appealing presentation that enhance the overall experience.
“Runefall is probably the best match-3 game I've ever played, having a great story, a very detailed area to cover, and superb puzzles.”
“Tldr: very enjoyable, relaxing (in relaxed mode) match-3 game with decent story, characters, unique unlockables, city building, and beautifully designed play areas.”
“A very satisfying match 3 game with an interesting story driving the various levels.”
“What was the story about?”
“Honestly, I had forgotten the story, how I ended up in this village, and why I had to fulfill all these villagers’ demands.”
“There's objectives to hit, but it is very repetitive and the story is dull.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of soothing mechanics and enjoyable music, appealing to fans of match-3 games. While it features unique elements like mini puzzles and a match-to-explore mechanic, some players find it repetitive and lacking in variety. Overall, it offers a calming experience with solid mechanics, though it may not innovate significantly within the genre.
“There are some good mechanics and different power-ups.”
“Very calming, relaxed gameplay.”
“It's not inventing the genre of match three anew, but it uses many fine details, a good presentation, and a good handful of gameplay mechanics to give you hours of fun... I'd recommend it.”
“The gameplay is repetitive in that it doesn't bring much to spice up the match-3 formula.”
“Play [url=https://steamcommunity.com/id/dohi64/recommended/1129660/]Runefall 2[/url] instead, same exact gameplay with saving.”
“[url=https://steamcommunity.com/id/dohi64/recommended/1129660/]Runefall 2[/url] is the same thing gameplay-wise and has mid-level saving, go for that instead.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users describing them as basic or adequate, while others praise them as excellent, gorgeous, and colorful. Many appreciate the polished visuals and charming art style, which enhance the overall experience, making it a standout in the casual game genre. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, despite not being groundbreaking.
“The graphics are excellent too.”
“The graphics are simply gorgeous.”
“The visuals are polished and colourful and overall this is a little hidden gem on Steam that I hope gets discovered by many.”
“The graphics are basic.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as soothing and enjoyable, enhancing the gameplay experience without becoming overly annoying, even during extended play sessions. However, some players noted that the limited variety of themes can lead to irritation over time. Overall, while the music is appreciated for its charm and relaxation, its repetitiveness may detract from the experience for some.
“The music was quite relaxing, and even though it would play for quite a while, I never felt it was annoying, even on repeat!”
“+ soothing gameplay and enjoyable music while playing.”
“Match-3, nice graphics, music and sound, a charming story, very good voice acting - this is one of the best casuals out there :)”
“The music is decent.”
“Audio's fine too, the music doesn't get annoying and most of the sound effects are fine too, breaking crates is satisfying only because of that, otherwise it's pointless, as they don't hide any loot and most of the time can be avoided.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring extended play beyond the main quests for achievements. The lack of save options during levels and the lengthy duration of each level contribute to a frustrating experience, although some still find the game engaging enough to persevere through the grind.
“The achievements require playing long after the quests and the story are over, and then it is just grinding.”
“It’s a tedious game because every level is quite time-consuming.”
“Unless you like a game that's tedious and has drunk camera movement on every single match, or when levels take 30+ minutes, and without the ability to save or quit during the current level without losing your progress - then this game is perfectly for you.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a blend of casual, family-friendly humor, enhanced by interesting characters and engaging dialogue. Players appreciate the well-executed voice acting and the subtle comedic elements woven into the story and mini quests, making it a worthwhile experience. Overall, the humor adds a charming layer to the game's enjoyable visuals and animations.
“The characters are interesting, the visuals are lovely, and the dialogue and situations are often funny, so I think this game is worth a playthrough.”
“The voice acting is surprisingly really good, and I like the quiet humor it contains.”
“Graphics, sound, and animations are nicely done, and there's some story and mini quests to give it a bit of a funny, casual, family-friendly background.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be buggy, but users still recommend it, expressing hope that future installments will offer improved stability.
“The game runs smoothly without any major bugs, making for a stable experience.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it really enhances my enjoyment.”
“The developers have done a great job ensuring stability, allowing me to focus on the fun.”
“The game is incredibly buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“I encountered frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
“There are numerous stability issues that need to be addressed for a smoother gameplay experience.”
