Skeletal Avenger

Whether you want to call it a rogue-like or an RPG, Skeletal Avenger is held up by top-tier combat that is challenging but never feels unfair. Unfortunately, runs in the core game don’t last long enough for builds to really ‘take off’, and bland bosses and environments hold the game back from reaching the highs of similar games in the genre.

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gameplay, story

graphics, grinding

82% User Score Based on 148 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

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Skeletal Avenger is a single player and multiplayer arcade hack and slash game. It was developed by 10tons Ltd and was released on September 29, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Skeletal Avenger is a hack and slash game with roguelike elements. As a skeleton out for revenge, player's fight through hordes of enemies using a variety of weapons and spells. With procedurally generated levels, each playthrough offers a new experience.

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gameplay13 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

The game features smooth and fun gameplay, making it enjoyable for short sessions and casual play.
There is a decent variety of perks, weapons, and items that allow for different playstyles and strategies.
The local co-op mode enhances the experience, making it a great game to play with friends.

The game suffers from repetitive environments and a lack of variety in levels and enemy types, leading to a feeling of monotony.
Some weapons and perks are poorly balanced, making certain strategies overwhelmingly powerful while others feel useless.
The progression system can feel shallow, as players lose their perks after each dungeon run, which diminishes the sense of long-term growth.

gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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48%
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The gameplay is generally described as accessible and satisfying, with solid mechanics that are easy to learn but challenging to master, making it enjoyable, especially in co-op mode. However, many reviews note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, with a lack of depth in progression systems and some unresponsive controls. While the game features a variety of items and enemies, it struggles with originality and could benefit from more diverse mechanics and a stronger sense of progression.
- “Great gameplay, easy to learn, hard to master - much fun with friends, a decent variety of items, powers, and foes.”
- “The game's awesome: mechanics are interesting, gameplay doesn't feel boring and static, and it's fun to play in general, I absolutely recommend it.”
- “Good array of enemies even at this stage and good core mechanics make for a fun game.”
- “The graphics are subpar and the gameplay is repetitive.”
- “I had fun for a few hours, but the gameplay is very repetitive after a while and there's not enough sense of progression.”
- “Aside from that, the game struggles with unresponsive controls, a complete lack of any tutorial or meaningful introduction, and a bit short and shallow gameplay.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
16%
The story in "Skeletal Avenger" is largely considered minimal and generic, revolving around a simple revenge narrative. While the game features some procedural elements and a variety of missions, many reviewers note that the lack of depth in the story detracts from the overall experience, especially when compared to more polished titles like "Hades." Despite this, the game offers high replay value through its action-packed dungeon crawling and the potential for future content updates.
- “Hades had excellent mechanics, polished story, art, sound, stage design, etc. Skeletal Avenger gets the mechanics right too, and all the while playing it, I just thought of how similar it is to Hades.”
- “The game is not bad; there is a little story, a lot of enemies, and a little variety in the dungeons.”
- “It offers high replay value with tons of content, a story of revenge, and procedurally generated dungeons.”
- “There really isn't a story, just a generic revenge tale.”
- “There's no story to be had here - you got killed, you're getting revenge.”
- “As with most roguelites, Skeletal Avenger has a very loose story (kill bad guys to exact your revenge).”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they are simplistic and subpar, lacking customization options and resolution settings. While some appreciate the cute and quirky art style, comparing it to titles like Medievil and Dead Cells, others feel that the visuals do not match the quality of gameplay found in similar roguelites. Overall, the graphics are functional but could benefit from significant improvement to enhance the overall experience.
- “I like the graphics a lot, and they look fantastic on high.”
- “I love the art style... worth buying, especially if you like action rogues.”
- “I like the fun cartoony graphics and being able to play as an undead warrior.”
- “10ton should have spent the money to improve the poor graphics, effects, variety, and character.”
- “The graphics are subpar and the gameplay is repetitive.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability through its procedurally generated dungeons and customizable gear, ensuring that each playthrough feels unique. While some players find the infinite replayability can lead to boredom, many appreciate the variety and depth provided by random perks and permanent progression elements. Overall, it is praised for its engaging co-op gameplay and the ability to keep players returning for more.
- “The replayability comes from semi-random dungeons with random perk options and customizable gear (different weapons and helmets require different approaches to utilize fully).”
- “It offers high replay value with tons of content, a story of revenge, and procedurally generated dungeons.”
- “The replayability comes from semi-random dungeons with random perk options and customizable gear; different weapons and helmets require different approaches to utilize fully.”
- “Skeletal Avenger is a top-down, dungeon-crawling roguelite inspired by classics such as Gauntlet Legends and the Diablo series, but slanted towards co-op gameplay and with an emphasis on replayability via primarily procedurally-generated levels.”
- “The progression is already vast, mixing permanent progression of upgrades and equipment with perks spread across the runs, which contributes to replayability really well.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and tedious, often leading to excessive difficulty or prolonged gameplay. While some appreciate the simple and addictive nature of grinding for unlocking achievements, many feel it detracts from overall enjoyment due to a lack of diversity in maps and enemies.
- “A very basic game, with little diversity of maps and enemies, a bit repetitive (too much grinding), but still allowing a little fun.”
- “It's just tedious and makes the levels last longer.”
- “It can be fun, but it quickly becomes either excessively difficult, or tediously crawling.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users highlighting the standout soundtrack as a major positive, often referring to it as a "banger." However, some players express a desire for a more vibrant soundtrack and greater variety in gameplay elements, such as enemy types and dungeon design. Overall, the sound effects and music contribute significantly to the game's fun atmosphere.
- “The music is really good too, as are the sound effects; it’s a fun game!”
- “Banger OST but funny for a rogue-lite since I haven't died once yet, even in NG+ lol.”
- “8/10 game, 10/10 soundtrack.”
- “You wish the soundtrack was more vibrant.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The overall audio experience doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing elements, such as the absurdity of running around headless and the lighthearted tone of its fast-paced combat. Players appreciate the comedic aspects intertwined with gameplay, making it an enjoyable experience, especially in the rogue-lite genre. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's appeal, enhancing the fun factor.
- “Banger OST but funny for a rogue-lite since I haven't died once yet, even in NG+ lol.”
- “I found it so funny looking to run around headless.”
- “First time I wait for some game and I'm not disappointed when I buy it on the first day in EA. The game is good; you can now play and test plenty of things. Funny slasher, fast combat with many combinations, and the price is fair—that's most important.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its above-average presentation, featuring atmospheric models and levels that are visually appealing and easy to navigate. Players appreciate the colorful and dynamic environment, complemented by tight and intuitive controls.
- “The presentation is above average; the models and levels look atmospheric and easy to read, and the controls are tight and self-explanatory.”
- “+ colorful and dynamic atmosphere!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its stability, being easily accessible and largely bug-free, which stands out in contrast to many modern titles. Players report a solid early access launch with smooth performance and no significant issues.
- “Their games are generally easily accessible, no frills with a focus on gameplay. They're stable and largely bug-free, something that seems beyond the reach of modern game developers for some reason.”
- “A really solid launch into early access; it runs great and has no serious bugs to speak of so far.”

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Skeletal Avenger is a arcade hack and slash game.

Skeletal Avenger is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck and others.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Skeletal Avenger.

Skeletal Avenger was released on September 29, 2021.

Skeletal Avenger was developed by 10tons Ltd.

Skeletal Avenger has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Skeletal Avenger is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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