Shards the Deckbuilder

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Shards the Deckbuilder is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by 80Arcade and was released on December 4, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

Shards the Deckbuilder is a new breed of digital card game that uses the popular Cerberus game engine by Cryptozoic Entertainment. No packs or boosters to chase. Each expansion is a complete and unique experience right out of the box. Build your deck as you play by buying cards from a shared pool to create powerful synergies and conquer your opponents and powerful in-game bosses. Unlock Myt…

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

monetization1 negative mentions

The core gameplay mechanics are enjoyable and provide a fun deck-building experience.
The game features good artwork and a clean design, making it visually appealing.
There is potential for growth and expansion in gameplay modes, including PvE and co-op elements.

The game suffers from poor online multiplayer support, with many features locked behind a paywall and a lack of active players.
There are significant bugs and performance issues, including crashes and delays during gameplay.
The game is marketed as free-to-play, but much of the content requires payment, leading to frustration among players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring solid mechanics and a good deckbuilding concept reminiscent of Pokémon, though some players note issues with balance that can make it feel unfair at times. While the game offers complex strategies and requires skillful planning, certain gameplay elements are locked behind a paywall, which has drawn some criticism. Overall, the game combines good art and a functional UI, but some players feel that the sound effects could be improved.
- “Game is good; it has good mechanics, good artwork, and a good enough UI.”
- “Good deckbuilding game, nice mechanics, similar to Pokémon deckbuilding in a fanmade game.”
- “Don't let the simplicity of the game fool you; there are complex strategies and mechanics to take advantage of that require planning and skill.”
- “Regarding the game itself: the core gameplay is fine but has some distinct issues that result in often feeling like you never had a chance.”
- “Besides the upgrade mechanic, heroes changing your starting cards instead of having a passive power, and different cards, the games are the same.”
- “There are only three gameplay-related features locked behind a paywall.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their good mechanics and artwork, though some users criticize the reliance on recycled assets from a previous title, suggesting a lack of originality in the visual design. The user interface is considered satisfactory, but concerns about monetization tactics are also noted.
- “The game features stunning graphics that truly enhance the overall experience.”
- “The art style is beautifully crafted, making every scene visually captivating.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive, creating an immersive environment.”
- “The graphics feel outdated, as if they are just recycled artworks from previous games, which makes it hard to justify the price.”
- “The visual quality is disappointing, lacking the innovation and detail expected from a modern game.”
- “The art style seems lazy, relying on old assets instead of creating something fresh and engaging.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for clearer and more straightforward monetization practices in the game, indicating that the current system may be confusing or lacking transparency.
- “I just wish it had straightforward monetization.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization is notably poor, with users reporting significant performance issues, including multiple second delays in action execution, even after disabling animations and visual effects.
- “The performance is really bad for this; even turning off animations and visual effects, there's still a multiple-second delay when executing an action.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
- “I frequently experience long loading times, which disrupts the flow of gameplay and makes it frustrating to continue.”