Runeverse: The Card Game

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Runeverse: The Card Game is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Freakinware Games and was released on April 12, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Welcome to Runeverse, the Multiplayer Card Game where 3D characters come to life! New, Simple and Incredibly Tactical. Runeverse has a simple and fun gameplay, we combined the best elements of card games to create a simple and fun but incredibly strategic game. Factions and Alliances. In the Runeverse Universe 6 Factions coexist, each with its strengths and weaknesses. Choose two Factions to cr…

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Audience ScoreBased on 274 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Runeverse offers a fun and engaging card game experience with easy-to-learn mechanics and a variety of factions to choose from.
The game is free-to-play and not pay-to-win, allowing players to unlock most cards without spending money, which is a significant advantage over other card games.
The 3D animations and graphics enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and unique compared to other card games.

The game suffers from significant bugs and crashes, making it unplayable for many users, and there is a lack of support from the developers.
There is a low player base, leading to long wait times for matches and a repetitive experience as players encounter the same opponents frequently.
The game lacks a comprehensive tutorial and PvE content, which can make it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics and enjoy the game fully.

gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
57%
14%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its deep tactical mechanics and deck-building options, while others criticize it for being too similar to Hearthstone and lacking originality. Despite concerns about asset usage, many find the game enjoyable and smooth, highlighting its potential for strategic depth and engaging interactions. Overall, it offers a promising experience for fans of card games, especially those looking for a fresh take on familiar mechanics.
- “Long time card game player, I really enjoy the mechanics and deck building styles that the game offers right off the bat.”
- “Very deep tactical gameplay.”
- “The game is very promising; it has a ranking system, different game modes, and easy and intuitive gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is similar to Hearthstone, so I'm not getting a kick out of that.”
- “No differentiated gameplay.”
- “In all reality, this gameplay has potential to be a decent game, but with the blatant usage of stolen assets, I can't recommend it in good faith.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
28%
27%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful 3D art style and impressive animations, which contribute to a unique visual experience. While some users find the art a bit uninspired and reminiscent of other games like Hearthstone, the overall presentation is considered polished and engaging, enhancing the gameplay. However, there are mixed opinions regarding the balance of the game, suggesting that while the graphics are appealing, they may not fully compensate for other gameplay issues.
- “Fun .. beautiful art style .. with loads of promise, moving forwards !!”
- “The game has beautiful 3D graphics and this differentiates it from other card games.”
- “3D hand-painted graphics give the game a unique look and feel.”
- “The polish on this game must have been reserved for the art style alone.”
- “The flashy, animated graphics and streamer giveaways aren't enough to cover up an unbalanced mess.”
- “The art style is a bit uninspired, and some of the cards seem like cheeky nods towards Hearthstone, but for what it is, it's pretty good.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story aspect of the game is primarily focused on completing quests to earn coins and tokens, which can be used to acquire cards. Players can engage in quests against friends and participate in events, creating a straightforward progression system that encourages grinding for rewards. Overall, the narrative is minimal, serving mainly as a backdrop for the gameplay mechanics.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the quests.”
- “There are already integrated guilds, and you can finish quests against friends, adding a social element to the narrative.”
- “The quests offer a lot of coins, which can be used to buy cards relatively fast, making the progression feel rewarding.”
- “The story is lacking depth and fails to engage the player.”
- “The quests feel repetitive and do not contribute meaningfully to the overall narrative.”
- “There is little to no character development, making it hard to care about the story.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, random match disconnections, and instances of soft locking. While players find it enjoyable overall, the technical problems detract from the experience.
- “This game just came out and is not early access, so I would say it's fair to say this game, despite being a copy and paste of the idea of Hearthstone but with 3D models, is buggy with matches randomly disconnecting and soft locking afterwards.”
- “This game is too buggy.”
- “Buggy 3D Hearthstone clone.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally find grinding to be a tedious aspect of gameplay, often associating it with a pay-to-win (p2w) model that detracts from enjoyment. While some mention easy gold farming opportunities, the overall sentiment is that grinding is not an engaging or fun experience.
- “Grinding and pay-to-win mechanics ruin the experience.”
- “Your core gameplay revolves around grinding.”
- “Grinding is not an enjoyable activity.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the well-crafted soundtrack and themes, others find certain background sounds intrusive and difficult to mute, impacting their overall experience.
- “The music is very well done.”
- “I had a really good time with the soundtrack, theme, and game modes.”
- “Muted music and sound so I can watch a movie while playing, but there is some kind of background sound that drills into my brain and can't be muted.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization model is praised for being free-to-play friendly, focusing on cosmetic items and legendary gear rather than pay-to-win mechanics, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “F2P friendly! I really enjoy it, and I love that the monetization of the game is not pay-to-win but rather focuses on cosmetics and legendaries.”