SpellFront

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SpellFront is a single-player first person shooter that takes place in the world of a medieval fantasy, experiencing the attack of the aliens. The player assumes role of an ancient sorcerer who must find a way to defeat invaders with only her might and her magic.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features interesting spells with good impact and different mechanics.
Some fights are engaging and provide a decent challenge.
The visuals are nice, and the game runs smoothly on many PCs.

The game suffers from significant bugs and glitches, including memory leaks and stuttering.
Gameplay feels unbalanced and repetitive, with a lack of enemy variety and depth.
The game appears to be abandoned, with little content and no recent updates.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being shallow and lacking depth, with limited mechanics such as an inadequate jumping system. While the game features interesting ideas and spells, the execution falls short, particularly due to poor controls. Overall, the gameplay does not significantly enhance the experience, but its brevity prevents it from becoming tedious.
- “Spells with good impact and different mechanics.”
- “More cool Jedi tricks shall be discussed in the gameplay section of my review, but for now let’s just focus on the narrative.”
- “The game has an interesting story and idea for gameplay, too bad it barely goes anywhere with it; every aspect goes as deep as surface level.”
- “This game doesn't have a decent jumping mechanic, or at least, not for jumping on platforms.”
- “The gameplay is pretty shallow, but I think the length of the game makes sure it doesn't overstay its welcome.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being shallow and lacking depth, with a nonsensical narrative that fails to engage players meaningfully. Key plot elements are conveyed through graffiti, and the overall storyline feels underdeveloped, leaving players disappointed with its execution.
- “On his noble quest to find the 'first sorceress', he must first regain his earthly form.”
- “And just like in good ol' Sam's case, Spellfront features a storyline that's almost as nonsensical as a Lewis Carroll novel.”
- “Most elements which resemble a story are conveyed through graffiti that can be read across certain stone walls.”
- “Even a lazy attempt at another battle royale clone could have come up with a better story than this title!”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is inconsistent, with reports of micro lags and stuttering, particularly in confined spaces, while some players experienced smoother performance in larger outdoor areas. Overall, the optimization issues have led to a negative impression, suggesting a lack of polish and attention to performance.
- “Runs smoothly on my PC.”
- “I can't really recommend this game; it's plagued with micro lags and stuttering and overall seems abandoned.”
- “A poorly rendered choice, as Spellfront’s performance was all over the place.”
- “Ironically, I had far better performance in the large, outdoor levels than in the confined dungeons and sewer sections.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their nice visuals, indicating a positive reception regarding the game's visual quality.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visuals are beautifully crafted and enhance the overall experience.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive and adds depth to the game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Spellfront has been criticized for lacking rock songs, which some users feel is a missed opportunity for a more dynamic soundtrack.
- “It's truly a pity that we don’t have any rock songs on Spellfront's OST.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I was really hoping for a more dynamic and immersive musical experience, but it fell flat.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has been reported to have multiple glitches, indicating stability issues that may affect the overall gameplay experience.
- “I found several glitches throughout the game.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the immersion.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”