Shepherds of the Abyss
- November 18, 2016
- Impulse Games
Get on SteamShepherds of the Abyss is an action-packed, multiplayer tower defense game - one inspired by some of the best tower defense mods for Warcraft 3 - with a heavy focus on mazing and strategy.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique soul-catching mechanic that adds a strategic layer to gameplay.
- The maze pathing system is well-designed, allowing players to effectively plan their tower placements.
- The game has potential with its interesting mechanics and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic tower defense games.
- There is a severe lack of variety in towers and minions, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- The soul-catching mechanic is frustrating due to its cooldown, making it difficult to gain rewards from defeated enemies.
- The game feels incomplete, lacking a campaign mode and sufficient content for a full release.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Shepherd of the Abyss" features a mix of traditional tower defense mechanics with innovative twists, such as a strategic soul-catching mechanic and moving buffs for creatures, which some players find frustrating due to cooldown issues. While many appreciate the polish and depth added by these mechanics, others feel the overall gameplay is somewhat lacking and could benefit from further refinement. Overall, the game offers a unique take on the genre, though opinions on specific mechanics vary widely.
“Great polish and mechanics.”
“Shepherd of the Abyss takes well-known tower defense mechanics and provides a hefty twist.”
“These changes make for some fun gameplay and remove the wait to see your results on how well your towers tackled the wave, as there is some skill involved in making the best use of your shepherd's abilities.”
“The soul catching mechanic is very awful; you end up getting nothing for many waves because of its cooldown. It's just an awful way to implement this.”
“Frustrating soul catching mechanic.”
“The current gameplay is a bit lacking.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users reporting excellent performance even on older hardware, such as a 670 graphics card.
“Optimization and performance were stellar; it ran perfectly fine on my aging 670.”
“The game is incredibly well-optimized, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
“I was impressed by how well the game runs; the optimization really enhances the overall experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their upgraded quality, reminiscent of classic tower defense games like Warcraft 3, and are complemented by an intuitive user interface that enhances navigation.
“This brings me back to WC3 tower defense, with upgraded graphics and an easy-to-navigate UI.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often involving navigating through challenging and repetitive environments filled with obstacles like flame towers and swinging axes.
“The martial art of making your enemies walk the longest, most tedious path, through tight corridors of flame-spitting towers and axe-slinging statues.”
“Grinding feels like an endless cycle of repetition, where progress is painfully slow and the rewards are minimal.”
“The game forces you into monotonous tasks that drain the fun out of the experience, making it feel more like a chore than a challenge.”
