Skull Rogue
- February 4, 2020
- Gnelf
Get on Steam"Skull Rogue is a classic rogue-like RPG, where you level up a skeleton character in a world of eternal battle. Explore 6 biomes with randomly generated levels, and capture enemies' weapons and uniforms. Unlimited character pumping and nice pixel graphics enhance the experience."
Reviews
- The game is very cheap and doesn't pretend to be something it's not, making it accessible for casual players.
- It features nice old-fashioned graphics that evoke nostalgia for classic browser games.
- The gameplay is easy and does not require much mental activity, making it a good option for killing time.
- The game is extremely simplistic and can be excruciatingly boring, lacking depth and engagement.
- Controls are wonky and frustrating, with no option to remap keys or pause the game.
- There are no achievements or clear goals, making the gameplay feel aimless and unfulfilling.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some users criticizing the item mechanic as poorly designed. Additionally, the concept of "pumping" is frequently mentioned, though its significance remains unclear to many players, leading to confusion about its role in the game. Overall, the gameplay is described as easy and lacking in mental challenge.
“The gameplay is easy and accessible, making it enjoyable for players of all skill levels.”
“I appreciate the thoughtful mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging without overwhelming the player.”
“The game offers a unique blend of simplicity and depth, allowing for a relaxing yet stimulating experience.”
“The item mechanic is also pretty bad.”
“A lot of reviews mention 'pumping' (as does the game's description), but I have no idea if that's some inside joke or mechanic I missed, or if those reviews are just spam.”
“Easy gameplay that does not require any mental activity, just thoughtless pumping.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their appealing old-fashioned style, featuring impressive pixel art that enhances the game's extensive and varied locations. Players appreciate the visual quality, which is well-suited for the game's size and complements its straightforward gameplay.
“The graphics are very good for this size.”
“Well, in fact, nice old-fashioned graphics that do not hurt the eyes of a true connoisseur.”
“Extensive and varied locations, different types of enemies, and incredible pixel graphics.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is straightforward and revolves around a classic gameplay loop of defense and character progression, complemented by appealing old-fashioned graphics that resonate with fans of traditional aesthetics.
“The plot is as simple as always: defend yourself, level up, defend yourself.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
“Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about the outcomes.”
