Sidestep Legends
- April 13, 2023
- lingonstudios
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Get on itch.io Store"Sidestep Legends" is a moba-inspired action rogue lite, where you dodge a storm of abilities and slay minions to level up. With 8 playable characters, numerous abilities and upgrades, and quick 20-minute rounds, each playthrough offers unique synergies and challenges. The goal is to survive the onslaught and defeat the boss. *Moba-inspired action rogue lite with 8 playable characters *Dodge abilities, slay minions, and defeat bosses *Numerous abilities and upgrades for unique synergies
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers fun and addictive gameplay with a variety of builds and abilities, providing depth and replayability.
- It runs well on older hardware, maintaining stable performance and impressive graphics.
- The developer is responsive to feedback, and the game has a unique take on the genre that sets it apart from others.
- Many projectiles and traps are difficult to see, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences and a lack of counterplay.
- The game can feel artificially difficult, with a design that often punishes players for trying to engage with enemies.
- There is a lack of variety in enemy types and attacks, which can make the gameplay feel repetitive and less rewarding.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for being fun, addictive, and engaging, with players quickly immersed in the action and enjoying the mechanics. While some users noted minor drawdowns when selecting new skills in the leveling tree, this did not detract from the overall experience. The combination of enjoyable progression and appealing graphics further enhances the gameplay.
“Really fun and addictive gameplay!”
“The gameplay was incredibly engaging and I found myself unable to stop playing.”
“Fun gameplay and progression.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the nice visuals and immersive sound design, others find the 3D graphics unimpressive and lacking depth. Overall, the aesthetic appeal varies significantly among users, with some enjoying the character designs and others feeling let down by the visual execution.
“Fun and addictive gameplay, nice graphics and characters.”
“The graphics and sound design were top-notch and really immerses the player in the game world.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players find the game's replayability impressive, particularly due to the variety of unlockable abilities that add depth and encourage experimentation, especially considering its low price point.
“Unlocking and trying out the different abilities gives the game a depth and level of replayability that surprises you given the low price.”
