Shogun Curse

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Shogun Curse is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Oh Baby Games and was released on December 11, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The demons have cursed you! Revenge is your oath and it will lead you down a dangerous path with ever-changing landscapes. Collect relics and cards. Harvest the souls of your enemies. Embrace the potential of your relics by consuming their hidden powers when you face difficult battles. Take risks to reach the final boss and accomplish vengeance. Carefully decide the path you take. Strike an…

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Strategy

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Single-Player

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The art design is incredible, with beautiful character designs and card art that enhances the overall experience.
The game features distinct character playstyles and a unique act structure that allows players to choose the order of zones, adding depth to gameplay.
The developers are responsive to player feedback and show potential for future improvements and content additions.

The game feels unfinished, with missing sound effects, music, and issues with card readability and combat mechanics.
Difficulty balancing is a concern, as players encounter overly challenging enemies early on and feel that the rewards do not match the effort required.
There are significant limitations, such as the lack of a save feature during runs and a shallow gameplay experience that may not satisfy fans of the genre.

music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the beautiful art style and well-composed music, others note a lack of sound effects and music in certain areas, leading to a feeling of incompleteness. Overall, the soundtrack is praised when present, but its inconsistency detracts from the overall experience.
- “Great game, love the music and the art style.”
- “Its art style is beautiful and the music is on point.”
- “There was also a lack of music in some areas of the game.”
- “Missing sound effects, missing music.”
- “Some sound effects and music come into play once the tutorial ends, but the game feels incomplete and shallow.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their beautiful art style and aesthetic, contributing positively to the overall experience of the game. Users appreciate the artwork and music, although some note it may not align with expectations for a game similar to "Slay the Spire."
- “I like the aesthetic.”
- “Great game, love the music and the art style.”
- “Its art style is beautiful and the music is on point.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its incredible art design and fair, enjoyable mechanics, including a unique "get out of jail" feature that allows players to use relics for a one-time boost in challenging situations.
- “The art design is incredible and the mechanics are very fair and fun.”
- “The 'get out of jail' mechanics allow you to spend your relic for a one-time desperate unique boost.”
- “The get out of jail mechanics feel more like a crutch than a clever gameplay feature, making it hard to feel truly engaged.”
- “The reliance on spending relics for a one-time boost disrupts the flow of gameplay and feels like a cheap way to avoid real challenges.”
- “Overall, the gameplay lacks depth, and the mechanics intended to provide a safety net often lead to frustrating experiences instead.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is noted as lacking depth and diversity in character builds, with players expressing a desire for more narrative content. However, there is optimism for future development that may enhance the storytelling experience.
- “The story is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
- “I love how the narrative unfolds, revealing deep lore and character backstories.”
- “The character development is rich, making you truly care about their journeys.”
- “I wish there was more story and more diversity in character builds, but the game still has a lot of development coming.”
- “The narrative feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The plot twists are predictable, and the overall story fails to engage or surprise the player.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the character designs and artwork, expressing enthusiasm for the current designs and a desire for even more visually appealing characters in future updates.
- “I am loving the art for the cards and all the character designs. I would love to see more beautiful designs from your team, and I am very excited to see progress moving forward.”