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SwapQuest

Swap Quest is a cutesy, tile swapping RPG and puzzle hybrid with clear mobile roots. It doesn't feel robust enough on console and is better played on mobile.
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36%Game Brain Score
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graphics, gameplay
33% User Score Based on 6 reviews
Critic Score 57%Based on 4 reviews

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SwapQuest is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Rebusmind and was released on August 22, 2017. It received neutral reviews from critics and negative reviews from players.

Build roads, find treasure, fight monsters, and retrieve the legendary sword Aventuril in this captivating mix of puzzle and rpg elements.

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  • The game features a whimsical art style and cute visuals that enhance the overall experience.
  • It offers a character growth system with various classes and collectible gems, adding personality and depth to the gameplay.
  • The blend of puzzle and RPG mechanics can be addictive, providing a satisfying challenge for players who enjoy tile-swapping mechanics.
  • The gameplay is often slow and automated, leading to a monotonous experience that lacks excitement.
  • Many players find the graphics to be unattractive and the overall design to be lacking polish.
  • The game can be punishingly difficult, especially for casual gamers, making it frustrating rather than enjoyable.
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics feature a retro pixel art style, which some players find less appealing, though there is an option to smooth them out for a more modern look. While the whimsical art style and cute visuals are praised, technical issues such as undefined location names and poor handling of display settings detract from the overall experience. Despite the mixed opinions, the graphics are complemented by an engaging gameplay setup and catchy music.

    • “The graphics are retro pixel, but in a hopeful sign that indie developers are starting to realize it's not the 1990s, you can switch them off, which presents the same graphics but smoothed out.”
    • “The puzzle/RPG mix has a great setup and whimsical art style.”
    • “As an additional bonus, the graphics and the music are adorable.”
    • “It's slightly less ugly than pixel graphics, but still pretty ugly.”
    • “A couple of times, the name of a location on the map would show up as 'undefined.' The game doesn't know how to handle a 4:3 display, showing a complete mess of graphics in the 'offscreen' portion at the bottom of the screen.”
    • “Bad graphics aside, the gameplay is simplistic but even on 'easy' mode the developers have made the game punishingly difficult.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring simplistic mechanics that can become tedious due to excessive clicking and punishing difficulty even on easy mode. While some players appreciate the addictive blend of puzzle RPG elements and character growth, others criticize the slow, automated battles and monotonous events. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable for those willing to invest time, despite its graphical shortcomings and design flaws.

    • “Gameplay is interesting, but it gets tedious if you have to click too often in order to get your character to move or collect all jewels.”
    • “An addictive blend of puzzle RPG mechanics, cute visuals, and catchy tunes, with an awesome character growth system and tons of challenging content to take on.”
    • “There's an appeal to the simplistic gameplay that will keep you venturing the land of Aventana – especially if you've got a bit of time to kill.”
    • “Bad graphics aside, the gameplay is simplistic, but even on 'easy' mode, the developers have made the game punishingly difficult.”
    • “Boring, slow gameplay, automated battles, monotonous events, and ugly graphics detract from the overall experience.”
    • “We didn't especially appreciate the release's decision to make us rush, but there's an appeal to the simplistic gameplay that will keep you venturing the land of Aventana – especially if you've got a bit of time to kill.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as adorable, complementing the overall graphics and enhancing the game's charm.

    • “The graphics and the music are absolutely adorable.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Each track is beautifully composed, making every moment in the game feel special.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers consistently express a strong appreciation for the game's atmosphere, highlighting it as a key element of their enjoyment.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and captivating.”
    • “I love how the game's atmosphere draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
    • “The hauntingly beautiful atmosphere creates a perfect backdrop for the story.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of Swap Quest is characterized by its charming and whimsical tone, reflecting its mobile game origins. The narrative is integrated into the gameplay, enhancing the tile-swapping RPG and puzzle mechanics while maintaining a lighthearted atmosphere.

    • “The story feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player, leaving the narrative feeling stale.”
    • “Character development is minimal, resulting in a lack of emotional investment in the storyline.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is largely stable, featuring only minor glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay, making it easy to play and suitable for children.

    • “The game is almost entirely operational, with only a few small glitches.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the gameplay engaging, but the frequent clicking required for character movement and jewel collection can become tedious, leading to a sense of grinding.

    • “Gameplay is interesting, but it gets tedious if you have to click too often to move your character or collect all the jewels.”
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SwapQuest is a casual role playing game with fantasy theme.

SwapQuest is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone, Windows and others.

SwapQuest was released on August 22, 2017.

SwapQuest was developed by Rebusmind.

SwapQuest has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

SwapQuest is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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