Slaveblade

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Slaveblade is a single player action game. It was developed by NegativeGenius LLC and was released on September 2, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

DISCLAIMER: Made by one dev. Slaveblade is the story of Idraxymus the Enslaver. Already dead and tormented, Idraxymus makes a deal for resurrection. Everything in his path must be slain and his final destination is a mystery. Slaveblade is an exploration about what it means to live and die. It is a tale about where we are going, and who we are willing to hurt to get there. The game is a fa…

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game has a visually appealing aesthetic with high-quality graphics and models.
Some players find the gameplay challenging and enjoyable, particularly the ability to roll and attack simultaneously.
The developer's effort as a one-man team is commendable, and there is potential for improvement in future updates.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, clunky combat mechanics, and slow movement, making it frustrating to play.
It lacks essential features such as sound effects, music, and a coherent storyline, leading to a de-immersive experience.
The game was abandoned in Early Access without updates, leaving it in an unfinished and unpolished state.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is reminiscent of Dark Souls, appealing to fans of challenging experiences, but it suffers from unclear control mechanics and requires smoothing out of combat and mechanics for a more enjoyable experience. Many believe it has the potential to improve over time.
- “Worth picking up if you like Dark Souls and believe the gameplay will improve over time.”
- “If combat were smoothed out and the mechanics fixed, I can see this being a short, fun experience for people who want a challenge.”
- “Unclear control mechanics.”
- “Worth picking up if you like Dark Souls and believe the gameplay will improve in time.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally regarded as challenging and engaging, though some users find it neat. However, issues with sound remapping and a shifting camera can detract from the experience, leading to feelings of nausea for some players.
- “Ultimately, I think it's challenging with a great atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is fairly neat, though the sound could use remapping and the camera seems to constantly shift, making it a nauseating experience.”
- “The atmosphere is fairly neat, but the sound could use remapping, and the camera seems to constantly shift, making it a nauseating experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game remains unclear to some players, as motion sickness has hindered their ability to progress. Additionally, there are notable deficiencies in sound effects, music, and overall narrative content, even in its early access state.
- “I'm not sure about the storyline yet, as motion sickness prevented me from playing very far.”
- “There are a ton of things missing (even for early access), like sound effects, music, and story.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally well-received for its enjoyable content, but it suffers from significant bugs and stability issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Very nice game, but it is very buggy and unstable.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the gameplay.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, though some users feel that minor adjustments could enhance the overall visual experience.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visual details are breathtaking, making every scene a work of art.”
- “The graphics are beautifully designed, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The graphics are decent but require some fine-tuning.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to appreciate the overall graphics.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is unexpectedly delightful, with players noting that while it may not seem fitting for the context, it adds a hilarious element that enhances the overall experience.
- “It shouldn't exist in the game, but it does, and it's hilarious.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users feel that the music in the game is lacking, with many noting the absence of sound effects and a compelling soundtrack, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “There is a ton of things missing, like sound effects, music, and story.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I expected a more immersive soundtrack, but it ended up being forgettable.”