Spellwake is an online 3D Action RPG where Anything Goes. It features fast-paced hack n' slash against hordes of monsters and powerful bosses. Spellwake's vast class system allows you to make nearly infinite variations of builds.
The game offers a deep and diverse character build system, allowing for extensive customization and experimentation.
It's a free-to-play game with no microtransactions, making it accessible and enjoyable without financial barriers.
The developers are passionate and responsive, frequently updating the game and engaging with the community.
The graphics and animations are subpar, which may deter some players from fully enjoying the experience.
Content is somewhat limited, with a lack of quests and endgame activities, leading to a feeling of aimlessness.
Players have reported connectivity issues, with some unable to log in or experiencing server problems.
graphics
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
55%
28%
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, simplistic, and at times, "god awful." However, despite these visual shortcomings, players often highlight the game's engaging gameplay, character-building systems, and overall fun factor, suggesting that the graphics do not detract significantly from the overall experience. Many reviewers encourage potential players to overlook the visuals to appreciate the depth and enjoyment the game offers.
“You join a game, the graphics are mind boggling, you struggle as to contain your sense of reality as to why every other developer isn't doing this.”
“Great storytelling, great combat system, great leveling system, great optimization, surprisingly great graphics, great everything.”
“The gameplay is simplistic and the graphics are very much old-school but there's a charm about this game that's hard to describe.”
“The graphics are simplistic and the animations are terrible, yet the controls feel quite good.”
“Despite the hilariously bad graphics, this game is actually pretty fun.”
“At first you see the god awful UI and graphics and rightly so may write it off, but if you give it a second, it's actually got quite a bit of content in it.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
60%
12%
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with many players praising its depth, intricate mechanics, and the fun of experimenting with different builds, reminiscent of classic ARPGs. However, criticisms include weightless combat, poor visuals, and a confusing UI that detracts from the experience. Overall, while the gameplay offers engaging hack-and-slash action and potential for enjoyment, it suffers from a lack of polish and coherence.
“The game has more build variations and mechanics than I have ever seen in the other ARPGs I've played.”
“This game definitely deserves more attention; sure, there could be more added to it to make it a better experience, but the classes and gameplay are interesting. It reminds me very much of Tales of Maj'Eyal but as a game with action combat instead of turn-based grid combat.”
“This game is very fun to play with friends when you're bored. My friends and I had no other free games we could play, so we searched for hours and came across this game. It may not have the best graphics, but it's a fun grindy game you can play with friends and has unique builds and gameplay.”
“Played once years ago (waiting for PoE download), it wasn't that great with weightless combat, bad visuals, and obscure mechanics.”
“Really cool concepts and class design, lots of potential in the core gameplay, but the UI is such an ugly mess that it's not playable in its current state.”
“Graphics are a little lacking, could use better sound design, gameplay is a bit boring.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many players noting the absence of quests and lore, leading to a sense of aimlessness. While some appreciate the gameplay mechanics and world descriptions, they feel that the narrative is either poorly conveyed or nonexistent. Overall, the game is seen as fun and engaging for grinding and building, but it falls short in delivering a compelling story.
“Great storytelling, great combat system, great leveling system, great optimization, surprisingly great graphics, great everything.”
“The gameplay is great and the area descriptions give you a great idea of how it can affect the plot once the game is done.”
“If you're looking for a game with a lot of potential, and a very Titan Quest feel, this is it!”
“The story is either written too well for me not to understand or there just isn't one.”
“However, there are no quests or story.”
“There is no story to be found in the game, even if you go looking for it.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its quirky animations, ragdoll physics, and intentionally poor graphics, which many players find amusing. Users report spending significant time laughing at the game's comedic elements while also enjoying the depth of character customization and gameplay. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm to the experience, making it both funny and engaging.
“I spent my time making lots of fun builds and smirking at funny animations and ragdolling.”
“Despite the hilariously bad graphics, this game is actually pretty fun.”
“The first 20 minutes was myself and a friend laughing at the animations and physics; the next 8 or so hours was us genuinely enjoying the depth and customization of theorycrafting characters and comps for taking down bosses and maxing out clear speed.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The game is praised for its lack of microtransactions, which enhances the overall experience and enjoyment of gameplay. Players appreciate the frequent updates from the developers and suggest that the game could be worth a price tag of at least $50, especially when compared to other titles that rely on monetization strategies. Some users even propose a donation option to support the developers while maintaining the game's integrity.
“This game deserves more players, the devs update the game often, and there are no microtransactions (or at least I haven't seen any).”
“Appreciate it being free and 0 microtransactions at all.”
“*this* is the way most action MMOs ought to be: trading off 'high-quality graphics' and annoying ads/microtransactions for awesome hack-and-slash gameplay!”
“I know you said you would never add microtransactions, but might I suggest at least a 'donate' option?”
“This is worth at least $50, especially comparing it with shameless cash grabs like Wolcen, Last Epoch, and Warhammer Chaosbane.”
“Some items do feel very incredible; it is fun to reroll knowing that the chance of something nice coming isn't one in a million where you'd need weeks, months of work (or a few 'minor' microtransactions) to try again.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable, especially for those who appreciate old-school RPG mechanics and character builds, allowing for hundreds of hours of gameplay. While some criticize the slow pace of grinding, many note that reaching max level can be achieved in under 20 minutes, making it accessible. The game offers a variety of balanced classes and builds, enhancing the overall rewarding experience of grinding for items and experimenting with different strategies, particularly when played with friends.
“If you are saying 'this is too slow' or 'it takes a while grinding mobs,' you can get to max level in less than 20 minutes.”
“This game may not have the best graphics, but it's a fun grindy game you can play with friends and has unique builds and gameplay.”
“The game makes it very rewarding for doing things like grinding, etc. The best thing is good builds have a variety of classes that are mixed with each other.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on replayability, with some users highlighting it as a significant drawback, while others praise the game for its high replay value and fun gameplay, especially considering its free-to-play model. Overall, the consensus suggests that replayability varies widely among players.
“The replayability is crazy, I'm surprised that it's free-to-play.”
“It's a really fun game and has lots of replayability.”
“I think its biggest downfall is its lack of replayability.”
“I think its biggest downfall is its lack of replayability.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game is criticized for its lack of variety, as players note that there is only one repetitive soundtrack that plays continuously throughout the experience.
“The soundtrack is repetitive, with literally one track that keeps playing over and over.”
“The music is incredibly monotonous, featuring just one soundtrack on a loop.”
“There is only one soundtrack that plays continuously, making the music experience dull.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is inconsistent, with many users experiencing issues that seem to depend on specific connection settings. This problem is prevalent enough to be highlighted as the first entry on the developer's troubleshooting page, indicating ongoing concerns within the community.
“Not for everyone, apparently, just for 'specific connection settings' according to the developer's troubleshooting page.”
“But it is a common enough problem that it is the first entry in their troubleshooting page and people still ask about it in the discussions forum.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game deeply moving, with many expressing that it evokes strong emotions to the point of tears.
“This game makes me want to cry.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, which enhances the overall experience alongside its compelling storytelling, combat system, and graphics. Players appreciate how well the game runs, contributing to a seamless and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Great storytelling, great combat system, great leveling system, great optimization, surprisingly great graphics, great everything.”