SoulCraft
- May 31, 2015
- MobileBits
"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."
Reviews
- The game is fun and can be enjoyed in short bursts, making it easy to pick up and play.
- For the price, it offers decent entertainment value, especially for fans of action RPGs.
- The controls have been reworked to fit PC gameplay, making it more accessible than its mobile counterpart.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including poor graphics and unbalanced gameplay.
- It feels like a lazy port from mobile, lacking depth and polish expected from PC games.
- The removal of microtransactions has made it nearly impossible to progress at higher levels, leading to frustration.
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered forgettable and not a primary focus, with players noting that it lacks depth and memorability. While there are storyline quests alongside daily and random missions, the narrative is overshadowed by the quick, grind-focused gameplay, making it suitable for short, casual sessions rather than an epic adventure. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop to the 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.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay is initially entertaining but suffers from significant bugs and issues that detract from the overall experience, leading to a mixed reception. While some players find enjoyment in the mechanics and story, others criticize the controls and graphics, resulting in a generally middling assessment. Overall, the gameplay may appeal to certain players, but persistent problems hinder its potential.
“The game itself is good, with a story not too bad, medium graphics and cool gameplay.”
“Though the gold mechanic remains, the way you gain it has been drastically altered.”
“You get an acceptable amount of gold simply by playing the game, and unlike I imagine the mobile version, a lot of mechanics used to gain more gold are in fact free here.”
“Though my initial review of the game and its mechanics stands, some glaring issues have forced me to revise it to a not recommended.”
“The issues are that there are a number of gameplay bugs and a handful of bugs for achievements (won't pop up no matter what, and this isn't just me, they're widely documented) that really bring it down.”
“The graphics and the gameplay are awful.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users noting a lack of resolution options and useful tweaks, while others describe them as medium quality with a Warcraft-esque style. However, several players report bugs that hinder playability, leading to overall dissatisfaction with the graphical performance.
“The graphics, the controls, and definitely the gold and daily-quests mechanic.”
“Kinda nice graphics, Warcraft-esque.”
“The game itself is good, with a story not too bad, medium graphics and cool gameplay.”
“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.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of Soulcraft has been heavily criticized, with users labeling it a cash grab that retains its mobile game's pay-to-win mechanics despite the removal of microtransactions for the PC release. Reviewers express frustration that the game was originally designed around microtransactions, leading to a poor experience on Steam.
“The big issue is that this game was designed for microtransactions, and it has been released on PC without the microtransaction system.”
“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 big issue is that this game was designed for microtransactions and it has been released on PC as it was but without the microtransaction system.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game initially engaging, but it eventually feels repetitive, resembling farming. While those averse to grinding may not enjoy it, many reviewers note that the grind is manageable and not overly frustrating, with a substantial amount of content (10-20 hours) that makes it worthwhile. Overall, it receives a mixed reception, averaging around 3 out of 5.
“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.”
“I would give it a 3 out of 5; there are at least 10-20 hours of content and grinding, and the achievements make it worth it.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without losing interest. This aspect contributes significantly to its long-term appeal and engagement.
“The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“I love how every run feels different, making it a game I can come back to time and time 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 go back. The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
“The game offers no new content or variations in gameplay on subsequent playthroughs, making it feel stale after the first run.”
“While the story is engaging, the linear progression means that replaying it doesn't offer any fresh experiences or surprises.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % 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 players noting that it complements the gameplay effectively. Some reviews highlight memorable tracks that stand out, while others appreciate the variety and emotional depth of the soundtrack. Overall, the music is considered a strong point that elevates the gaming experience.
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The audio quality is poor, and the sound effects clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”