SoulCraft
- May 31, 2015
- MobileBits
Get on Steam"SoulCraft is a popular Action RPG game, available on multiple platforms, where you play as an angel in a war between angels, demons, and humans. With over six million users, it offers Hack ‘n Slash gameplay with equipment collection and upgrades, and lets you decide the outcome of the apocalypse. Fight for the balance of life and become a legendary hero in this dark world."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers short, quick bursts of gameplay that can be enjoyable in small doses.
- The graphics have a nice aesthetic reminiscent of classic RPGs, which some players find appealing.
- It can be a fun, casual game for those looking to kill time without expecting deep gameplay.
- The game is a poorly executed mobile port, suffering from bugs, lack of depth, and unbalanced gameplay.
- It was originally designed as a pay-to-win mobile game, and the removal of microtransactions has left it feeling grindy and unplayable at higher levels.
- There are significant technical issues, including poor controls, lack of customization options, and a general lack of polish that detracts from the experience.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and short, engaging levels that initially capture players' interest, though it may become repetitive over time. While the game offers addictive bursts of action, it suffers from various bugs and issues that detract from the overall experience, particularly for PC users. Despite its entertaining aspects, the gameplay is ultimately hindered by technical problems and a lack of depth.
“The art direction and gameplay give a good first impression.”
“The short levels and simple gameplay do a great job of getting you caught in the beginning of the game.”
“The game itself is good, with a story that's not too bad, medium graphics, and cool gameplay.”
“The gameplay is simplistic and the menus are not meant for PC users.”
“The issues are that there are a number of gameplay bugs and a handful of bugs for achievements that really bring it down.”
“The graphics and the gameplay are awful.”
- story16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered forgettable and lacks depth, with players noting that it does not stand out compared to other titles in the genre. While there are storyline quests alongside daily and random missions, the narrative is not the main focus, making it suitable for casual play rather than an epic adventure. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling element.
“The game itself is good, with a story that is not too bad, medium graphics, and cool gameplay.”
“There are storyline quests, daily quests, and infinite random maps to complete to get rewards.”
“Though this game isn’t made for the story, as someone who likes to know this, I’ll include it for others.”
“The story is 100% forgettable and nothing you’ll remember in a month or two.”
“There is the storyline quests, daily quests, and infinite random maps to complete to get rewards.”
- monetization12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of Soulcraft has been heavily criticized, as it appears to be a mobile game designed around a pay-to-win model that has been poorly adapted for PC. While the microtransactions have been removed in this version, the game still feels grindy and is perceived as a cash grab, with players suggesting it should either be free-to-play with optional microtransactions or redesigned to better suit PC gaming without the mobile paywall influence. Overall, the game's monetization strategy has left players feeling frustrated and unsatisfied.
“With the microtransactions taken away, the game now just gives you resources in abundance.”
“The PC game still carries with it the mobile strategy of being a free-to-play game with microtransactions driving the game’s income.”
“Put it up for free and enable microtransactions for those who want to advance further or faster in the game.”
“Soulcraft is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it was a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile devs. This is a nasty, microtransaction-infested cash shop pay-to-win mobile app.”
“The biggest problem is the entire game appears to have been designed around grinding and using microtransactions to lessen the grueling grind.”
“The big issue is that this game was designed for microtransactions and it has been released on PC as it was but deleting the microtransaction system.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the Warcraft-inspired aesthetic and slick visuals, while others criticize the lack of resolution options and overall graphical quality. Despite some positive remarks, many feel that the graphics do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, with some even reporting bugs that hinder playability. Overall, the graphics are seen as a minor highlight in an otherwise flawed game.
“The graphics are nice, but this is just about the only reason someone should consider playing it.”
“I did like the slick graphics and sound though.”
“Kinda nice graphics, Warcraft-esque.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“The graphics and the gameplay are awful.”
“Why are my game graphics bugged? I don't recommend this game if it's not playable.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game initially engaging, but it eventually feels repetitive and heavily integrated into the overall design, often pushing microtransactions as a shortcut. While some users express that the grind isn't excessively frustrating, it remains a significant aspect of gameplay, with around 10-20 hours dedicated to it, making it a mixed experience for those who dislike grinding.
“The biggest problem is the entire game appears to have been designed around grinding and using microtransactions to lessen the grueling grind.”
“At first it was interesting, then it turned into farming.”
“If you hate grinding, then the game isn’t for you, but at no point have I felt like the grind was excessive to the point of frustration.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting a rich and engaging experience that encourages players to return repeatedly.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Every run feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play through it again. The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers very few variations in gameplay on subsequent playthroughs, which makes it feel repetitive and dull after the first run.”
“While the story is engaging, the limited branching paths and predictable outcomes diminish the replay value significantly.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, characterized by bugs and repetitive gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, players have noted a lack of high-quality textures and a limited variety of enemies.
“It is a buggy and repetitive game that could really do with some higher quality textures and a bigger variety of enemies.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many users noting that the soundtrack complements the gameplay effectively. Some reviewers highlighted specific tracks as memorable and emotionally impactful, while others appreciated the variety and originality of the compositions. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the gaming experience.
“The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, creating an immersive environment that keeps me engaged.”
“The variety of tracks is impressive, each one adding a unique flavor to different moments in the game.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The audio quality is subpar, and the mixing makes it difficult to appreciate the individual tracks.”
