Soul Locus
- April 30, 2015
- Fat Loot Games
- 9h median play time
Get on Steam"Soul Locus" is an Early Access RPG that features quest hubs, boss fights, and a developing storyline. The latest build includes 6 new guardians, crafting combinations, enemy path preview, new sounds, and a floating crystal collection mechanic. Regular updates bring additional levels and improvements to the game.
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Reviews
- The game features charming graphics and a whimsical art style that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay combines tower defense mechanics with RPG elements, providing a unique and engaging experience.
- There is potential for fun and addictive gameplay, especially for fans of tower defense and collectible card games.
- The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates since 2017 and developers missing in action.
- Content is severely lacking, with many players reporting they can complete the game in under two hours.
- Numerous bugs and performance issues detract from the experience, making it frustrating to play.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Soul Locus is praised for its refreshing take on the tower defense genre, incorporating unique mechanics that enhance the traditional formula. Players appreciate the combination of cute graphics, engaging mechanics, and the potential for crafting and customization, likening it to a blend of tower defense, RPG, and Pokémon elements. Overall, the gameplay is described as solid and promising, generating excitement for the full release.
“What Soul Locus does is take those simple mechanics and add a few different ones of their own to make what I think is a nice change of pace for this type of game.”
“With all these mechanics, and a simple but fun twist on tower defense, I like where this game is heading.”
“The art style is cute and enjoyable, mechanics are pretty cool so far, and overall it is a very solid game.”
“Because let's be honest, most tower defense games are generally the same; they have different graphics but the same mechanics.”
“What Soul Locus does, though, is take those simple mechanics and add a few different ones of their own to make what I think is a nice change of pace for this type of game.”
“I haven't yet seen the crafting mechanic in action, but I'm interested in how I'll be able to create and customize new creatures (if that's the goal).”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game features a charming and adorable art style that stands out in the tower defense genre, with detailed graphics that enhance the overall experience. However, some users noted that the graphics can appear blurry or pixelated at 1080p. Overall, the visuals are well-received, contributing to a fun and engaging gameplay experience.
“The graphics are phenomenal and the play is just downright fun.”
“Great graphics, fun mechanics, and I can't wait for the full release!”
“The art style is cute and enjoyable, mechanics are pretty cool so far, and overall it is a very solid game.”
“The graphics can be a bit blurry or pixelated at 1080p.”
“Because let's be honest, most tower defense games are generally the same; they have different graphics but the same mechanics.”
“The game has a cutesy sort of art style not usually seen in tower defense games, but don't let that deter you.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story of "Soul Locus: Cards of Order" is set in the floating continents of Dalifor, featuring a rich RPG narrative that unfolds across numerous levels and involves over 80 guardians. Players can expect a blend of card collection, crafting, and quests that enhance the storytelling experience, potentially filling a niche similar to "Defender's Quest" as more content is released.
“Collect and craft cards, train your guardians, and experience the story of Soul Locus: Cards of Order!”
“Dozens of levels and over 80 guardians will be available at final release, paired with a rich RPG storyline that takes you through the floating continents of Dalifor.”
“I'm ready to see how crafting and quests are implemented!”
“Could fill the defender's quest niche as it starts to get more content.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and composition, particularly praising the work of Abbey Road Fox (Fox Amoore). However, some users noted that the sound effects, such as fireballs, can overpower the music, making it difficult to hear other audio elements even when adjusted.
“The music is good and even, but I had trouble hearing anything else over the fireballs, even when turned down.”
“I love the concept of the game, and I absolutely love the music, which is done by Steam's own Abbey Road Fox, aka Fox Amoore.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that grinding is a significant part of the gameplay, particularly in survival mode, where they can farm early levels to acquire high-tier items and pets, which some feel undermines the intended late-game challenge.
“It seems one can upgrade the items so much that you can get all the 4-star pets just by farming a bit in the early levels. Aren't they supposed to be for the late game?”
“I've spent the majority of my time grinding in survival mode.”
