StormEdge

About StormEdge

StormEdge is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by hypetrain and was released on September 22, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Discover the origins of the Elemental Tempests in the StormEdge: Wind of Change, the prequel to the main game, StormEdge. Uncover the cause of the magical disturbance in the world.

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94%Audience ScoreBased on 313 reviews

gameplay31 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Smooth, satisfying, and fast-paced combat with unique dodge and riposte mechanics that reward skillful play.
Beautiful pixel art and animations with well-designed levels and enemy attacks that are mostly well telegraphed.
Engaging roguelite gameplay offering replayability with variety in abilities and upgrades, good progression system with meta upgrades.

Demo is very short and content is limited, with only the first act or part playable leading to an incomplete experience.
Some balance and difficulty issues with certain mechanics feeling overpowered (notably the dodge) and others frustrating (enemy shield system and attack telegraphs).
Visual clarity problems where some attacks blend into the background and confuse players, plus a few UI and tutorial issues making mechanics less intuitive.

gameplay
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45% positive mentions, 51% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its fluid, fast-paced roguelike mechanics centered around a unique and satisfying dodge system that rewards evasion with buffs and special combat options. While controls and movement are smooth and easy to grasp, some find the combat repetitive or overly simplified, though the overall experience is engaging and fun for fans of action roguelikes. The combination of intuitive mechanics, responsive dodge and dash attacks, and strategic decision-making creates a dynamic and rewarding gameplay loop.
- “The game mechanic is really similar to Dead Cells + top-down bullet hell, but you get a buff for every dodge/evade you perform, which is very satisfying.”
- “The dodge is insanely powerful and the combo mechanic is pretty fun.”
- “The gameplay feels fluid and dynamic, with awesome mechanics and beautiful visuals accompanying the huge potential of the game.”
- “The gameplay itself is incredibly simple, to the point of being able to hold left click and press space occasionally.”
- “Gameplay is repetitive, skills are limited and not interesting, there is no story, level design is not engaging.”
- “Dodge mechanic felt unintuitive and extremely frustrating.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21% positive mentions, 68% neutral mentions, 11% negative mentions
The story in the game receives mixed feedback, with some players finding it intriguing and hopeful for a deeper narrative in the full release, while others feel it is bland, filler-like, or secondary to the gameplay. Several reviewers express a desire for more engaging and replayable story content, noting that the current plot lacks depth and strong hooks. Overall, the story is seen as a weaker aspect compared to the game's mechanics and combat.
- “The story is intriguing too.”
- “"stormedge" takes you on an exciting adventure with many unexpected plot twists.”
- “I highly recommend it to all gamers and look forward to continuing this fascinating story.”
- “The characters feel a little bland and the story hasn't really caught my attention.”
- “I did only play an hour of the story and wasn't very enthralled or enraptured by anything, especially with an opening to a story; I would have liked something to catch me.”
- “The game is heavy on combat and gameplay; story is secondary and the main reason I won't wishlist the full game.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48% positive mentions, 38% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions
The game features a beautiful pixel art style that many users find charming and fitting for its roguelite gameplay, with smooth, dynamic visuals enhancing the action. While the graphics are praised for their aesthetics and effects—particularly during boss battles and magic spells—some players note that the pixel visuals can occasionally obscure incoming attacks. Overall, the combination of stunning visuals and fluid gameplay creates an immersive and enjoyable experience.
- “Loved the pixel art style and the simple and fun roguelite gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels fluid and dynamic, with awesome mechanics and beautiful visuals accompanying this huge potential of a game.”
- “The graphic effects in the game, especially during boss battles and impressive magic spells, leave you amazed.”
- “Although sometimes the visuals hide attacks coming your way, which leaves me with the feeling 'what just hit me'.”
- “Although the graphics are kinda pixelated, the mechanic still gives you a challenging experience.”
- “So I did not enjoy Wizard of Legend since gameplay-heavy games are not for me, and Wizard of Legend has way too many spells. I just did not like the gameplay loop or the art style.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently well-matched to the action, enhancing immersion and flow during combat. Its calming, atmospheric soundtrack complements the visuals and gameplay, adding depth and making the experience more engaging and enjoyable.
- “The music is always on point with what is happening and helps me enter the flow of combat!”
- “Pleasant game with pretty graphics and meditation-calming music, which in combination with smooth action-combat gameplay makes you play continuously.”
- “Music and sound effects emphasize the atmosphere of the Stormedge world and add even more depth to the gaming experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Users indicate that the game requires extensive grinding, suggesting it may be time-consuming and demanding for players.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I wonder how grindy it will be.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability through varied boss fights and character choices, though some users hope for deeper story or roguelike elements to sustain long-term engagement beyond initial playthroughs.
- “Excellent boss fights potential and replayability with different characters.”
- “I really hope there's some depth and replayability to the story or roguelike mode, unlike Children of Mana which lacked reasons to replay after finishing the story and maxing out perks.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game is praised for its wholesome and heartwarming emotional experience, creating a feel-good atmosphere that resonates with players.
- “A wholesome little game”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's optimization delivers excellent visual performance, providing a smooth and visually impressive experience.
- “The visual performance of the game is simply amazing.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere is richly enhanced by music and sound effects, which effectively evoke the stormy world and deepen the overall gaming experience.
- “Music and sound effects emphasize the atmosphere of the Stormedge world and add even more depth to the gaming experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly without issues. The polished pixel art and enjoyable combat further enhance the overall experience.