RUNGORE

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 144 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • music
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"RUNGORE is a single-player card game, recommended for those who enjoy Slay the Spire and Loop Hero. It features idle battles with simultaneous actions, no restrictions on card-play, and a randomized journey with unique events, gear, and items in every run. The game is filled with humor and has good graphics and music."

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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 144 reviews
gameplay16 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • RUNGORE features a unique blend of real-time combat and card mechanics, providing a fast-paced and engaging gameplay experience.
  • The game's humor and meme references add a light-hearted charm, making it enjoyable and entertaining throughout.
  • The pixel art style and groovy soundtrack enhance the overall aesthetic, creating a visually appealing and immersive environment.
  • The game can feel chaotic and overwhelming, especially during intense battles, making it difficult to strategize effectively.
  • Some players have reported technical issues, including crashes and bugs that disrupt gameplay and progress.
  • The reliance on RNG can lead to frustrating experiences, where players feel their success is more about luck than skill.
  • gameplay46 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by a unique blend of card mechanics and real-time battles, offering fast-paced and engaging experiences that keep players on their toes. While many players appreciate the humor and variety in classes and builds, some criticize the lack of mechanical depth and creativity in certain aspects, leading to a somewhat repetitive gameplay loop. Overall, the game is seen as addictive and fun, though it may not fully meet the expectations of all players regarding innovation and clarity in mechanics.

    • “This is a fantastic spin on 'deck builder,' fast-paced and interesting gameplay, short and engaging runs, variety of classes and builds.”
    • “Rungore is a really awesome and unique game, it is very addictive with fast-paced gameplay that mixes in strategy card tactics and auto battler mechanics.”
    • “What makes the game so interesting is the real-time mechanic; the game doesn't pause to let you play cards, you have to play them as fast as you can to avoid dying.”
    • “Game was alright, had some good jokes, but the progression and gameplay was kind of monotone and uncreative.”
    • “The game lacks mechanical depth.”
    • “It doesn't feel like the gameplay is evolving or iterating upon what came before; it doesn't feel like I am actually thinking about my gameplay choices in any different way.”
  • humor30 mentions

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, characterized by a blend of meme-inspired jokes, dark humor, and absurdity that resonates well with players, often eliciting genuine laughter. While many appreciate the chaotic and silly elements, some feel that the humor can occasionally overstay its welcome or clash with the game's darker themes. Overall, the comedic aspects enhance the gameplay experience, making it both enjoyable and memorable.

    • “Difficult and rewarding, absurd and hilarious.”
    • “Rungo roguelite is a delightful blend of humor, pixel art, and addictive roguelite card mechanics.”
    • “The incorporation of humor and meme references adds a lot of fun.”
  • music15 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising its groovy and heart-pumping quality that enhances the gameplay experience. While some noted moments where the music felt invasive or generic, the overall sentiment highlights the soundtrack as a standout feature, with many players adding tracks to their personal playlists. The combination of engaging music and fun gameplay contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “Honestly, I was surprised by the quality of this game. The music is pumping, jokes and memes are awesome (really tickles my millennial brain), and the gameplay is fun as hell.”
    • “Brilliantly quick card battler with a great art style, powerful music, and a lot of playstyles to utilize.”
    • “The music is so groovy it should be sold separately.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
    • “Of course you can lower the music in the settings, which helps this issue out greatly.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their charming and nostalgic pixel art style, which effectively captures the essence of classic games. Reviewers highlight the unique and impressive visuals, complemented by a powerful soundtrack, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience. The art style contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout in the roguelite and deckbuilder genres.

    • “The pixel art visuals are charming and nostalgic, capturing the essence of classic games.”
    • “Brilliantly quick card battler with a great art style, powerful music, and a lot of playstyles to utilize.”
    • “Audio and visuals are uniquely impressive.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers a decent level of replayability, with each playthrough providing a unique experience, though it may not reach the depth of highly replayable titles like "Slay the Spire" or "Risk of Rain." While some players appreciate the creativity and variety, others feel the replay value could be enhanced by less obvious gimmicks. Overall, it strikes a balance between enjoyable replayability and creative design.

    • “There is so much replay value and each time is different!”
    • “Nice replayability, loved all the characters!”
    • “It's not an amazing game with deep replayability like Slay the Spire or Risk of Rain, but it is very creative and what the industry needs more of.”
    • “Or keep it on being a less replayable game where the gimmicks are more obvious.”
  • story3 mentions

    The game's story features a surprising mid-plot twist that adds a delusional tone, which some players find intriguing despite the sharp increase in difficulty. Players express a desire for more character backstory and additional game modes, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the narrative as a reflection of life's challenges. Overall, the fast-paced gameplay and diverse styles keep the experience engaging.

    • “Can't wait to see online multiplayer and other game modes added soon, along with more backstory about the characters!”
    • “The game takes a very strange twist in the middle in terms of its plot and tone, which is intriguing. The level of difficulty increases sharply, but the fast pace and variety of play styles keep it interesting.”
    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life holds in store for you. If I had given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, leaving many questions unanswered.”
    • “Character development is weak, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally solid, running well on most low to high-end machines. However, players with lower-end hardware may experience performance dips, particularly during intense moments with numerous cards spawning simultaneously.

    • “The performance is fine, but I have seen that on some low-end machines, the game seems to stutter when the chaos gets a bit much. Trust me, it really can be intensive when you have hundreds of cards suddenly spawn in your hand.”
    • “The game should, however, run fine on nearly all low to high-end machines, but do expect some performance dips on the lower-end hardware.”
    • “The amount of characters means there's plenty of ways to play, some more complicated than others, but that just means their peak performance is even more spectacular.”
    • “The performance is fine, but I have seen that on some low-end machines, the game seems to stutter when the chaos gets a bit much. Trust me, it really can; when you have hundreds of cards suddenly spawn in your hand, it can be very intensive.”
    • “The game should, however, run fine on nearly most low to high-end machines, but do expect some performance dips on the lower-end hardware.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, the game generally runs smoothly and is mostly free of bugs; however, some users have reported issues with glitches, particularly after updates that can corrupt save files and affect gameplay elements like potion mechanics and character unlocking.

    • “Other than that, the game has been very smooth and bug-free.”
    • “The game has some glitches; for example, when the game is updated, it slightly corrupted my save file, making my potions bug out and making it impossible to unlock one of the characters.”
    • “I frequently experience crashes during gameplay, which disrupts my progress and makes it frustrating to continue.”
    • “The stability issues are a major concern, as the game often freezes or lags, leading to an overall poor experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of Rungore is highly praised, characterized by its engaging speed, impressive sound design, and distinctive visual style, all contributing to an immersive gaming experience.

    • “Rungore is a cool game – it's got speed, atmosphere, good sound, and visual style.”
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Play time

30hMedian play time
24hAverage play time
2-39hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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