Slay the Minotaur

93%
Game Brain Score Based on 132 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • atmosphere
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In "Slay the Minotaur" , become a hero attempting to kill the merciless Minotaur and save ancient Greece. Find powerful weapons and armor, and earn upgrades from Aphrodite to aid in your quest. Fight zombies, cyclopes, and other mythical creatures in the labyrinth to reach and defeat the Minotaur.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

93%
Audience ScoreBased on 132 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a simple yet incredibly fun gameplay experience, providing hours of entertainment for a low price.
  • The combat mechanics are engaging, with a rewarding progression system that encourages players to learn and adapt their strategies.
  • The atmosphere and art style are charming, creating a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games while maintaining a unique identity.
  • The game can be frustratingly difficult, particularly due to the Minotaur's relentless pursuit, which can lead to runs ending abruptly without much chance to escape.
  • Some mechanics, such as the movement and combat controls, can feel clunky or unresponsive at times, detracting from the overall experience.
  • The lack of permanent upgrades or significant changes between runs can make the gameplay feel repetitive and diminish the sense of progression.
  • gameplay25 mentions

    The gameplay of this roguelike is characterized by its unique mechanics and satisfying loop, offering a blend of challenge and enjoyment for both beginners and experienced players. While many appreciate the art style and the thrill of exploration, some criticize the frustrating elements, such as the unpredictable minotaur encounters and vague mechanics. Overall, the game is seen as a solid entry in the genre, though it may require patience to fully appreciate its depth and complexity.

    • “Solid roguelike, interesting and unique take on the genre, gameplay and art style.”
    • “Exploring the maps, figuring out the best paths to avoid the minotaur or to escape it, gradually growing stronger to be able to beat the minotaur, learning the map and the mechanics, it's overall a joy.”
    • “The gameplay loop is super satisfying and it provides a good challenge for beginners and pros.”
    • “Some item descriptions and mechanics are way too vague/short.”
    • “The core mechanic this game is built around is stumbling blind into a minotaur at complete random and dying with zero counterplay against a guy that is far faster than you and will never lose you no matter how hard you try.”
    • “I could complain about other, smaller things, like the enemies popping up almost right on top of you half the time, or the parries feeling utterly unsatisfying to do, or the garbage jumping mechanics, or how incredibly dull the minotaur fight is when you do get lucky enough to win, but all the things I could list feel like petty complaints compared to the entire game being built upon one irredeemably garbage mechanic that sucks out all enthusiasm to continue.”
  • graphics15 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and charming art style, which combines pixel and semi-retro aesthetics to create an engaging atmosphere. Players appreciate how the visuals enhance the gameplay experience, evoking strong emotions such as fear and excitement, particularly in moments involving the minotaur. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout title in the roguelike genre.

    • “I also really love the graphics and art style implemented here.”
    • “Loved the visual art style and sound effects; everything has a charm to it.”
    • “The art style and atmosphere is a perfect fit, as well as the looming thudding steps of the minotaur.”
    • “If you judged this game by its number of reviews, you'd assume it was just some crappy knockoff indie game with bad mechanics and graphics or something.”
    • “1: pixel/semi-retro style graphics”
    • “The graphics and art style leave much to be desired.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its cozy, nostalgic feel reminiscent of late-night gaming sessions, while also featuring haunting elements that enhance the experience, such as a fitting art style and the ominous presence of the minotaur. Overall, it creates a compelling and immersive environment.

    • “I love how the game feels atmospherically; it's kind of cozy in a 'you're staying up late, snuggled in your blanket playing your PS1' kind of way.”
    • “Excellent game, awesome atmosphere.”
    • “The art style and atmosphere is a perfect fit, as well as the looming thudding steps of the Minotaur.”
    • “The atmosphere in this game is haunting.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Overall, the game offers a decent level of replayability, enhanced by recent updates like a random mode and unique gameplay elements. However, some players feel that despite these additions, the experience can become repetitive and may not encourage multiple playthroughs, especially for those familiar with similar genres.

    • “The developer recently added a random mode that greatly increases the replayability.”
    • “I kind of wish we had more variety, but these two items prove to add enough variety to the formula to add tons of replayability.”
    • “Interesting concept, this game features souls-like movement and high replayability.”
    • “But having played and mastered almost every rogue-souls-metroidvania-like game on the market, this game has some real pain points that, despite the game's marketed replayability, have discouraged me from trying to slay the minotaur a second time.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its charming yet tense ambiance, with players finding themselves amused by the low poly models while also experiencing genuine fear from the minotaur. Overall, it delivers a fun and hilarious experience at an affordable price.

    • “Something you can't see from the trailer is that the ambiance is both charming and tense, and I often went from chuckling at the low-poly models to actual terror whenever the minotaur got close.”
    • “For the price of just a chocolate bar or two, this game is a ton of fun and is absolutely hilarious.”
    • “Thank you, funny minotaur game.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding for cosmetics manageable, with the exception of the requirement to defeat 10 minotaurs, which is seen as somewhat excessive.

    • “There are many cosmetics to unlock that aren't too grindy, aside from the 10 minotaur kills.”
    • “The grinding feels rewarding, as each level up brings new abilities and enhancements.”
    • “I appreciate how the grind is balanced; it never feels tedious and always offers something new to strive for.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find the grind for resources to be frustratingly repetitive and time-consuming.”
    • “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization model is praised for its simplicity and player-friendly approach, featuring no battle pass or microtransactions, which many users appreciate as a refreshing change from typical gaming practices.

    • “The game feels incomplete without a battle pass or any form of microtransactions.”
    • “The monetization strategy is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I was disappointed to see that the game relies heavily on pay-to-win mechanics.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game offers an enjoyable experience, but players have noted that it is somewhat plagued by bugs, affecting its overall stability.

    • “The game is loads of fun, but it's a little buggy.”
    • “I experienced frequent crashes that ruined my gameplay.”
    • “The stability issues make it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
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