Swords & Bones
- March 1, 2021
- SEEP
Get on SteamSwords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic titles like Ghosts 'n Goblins and Castlevania, making it enjoyable for retro platformer fans.
- Players appreciate the tight controls and the variety of upgrades available, which enhance gameplay and allow for customization of the character's abilities.
- At its low price point, the game provides good value, with many players reporting several hours of entertainment and the satisfaction of completing all levels and achievements.
- Some players found the enemy difficulty to be unbalanced, with enemies taking too long to defeat and requiring excessive grinding for upgrades.
- The game's sound design received criticism for being repetitive and lacking memorable tracks, which detracted from the overall experience.
- Certain gameplay mechanics, such as the inability to move and attack simultaneously, were seen as limiting and could benefit from improvements to enhance fluidity.
- graphics7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, effectively capturing a 16-bit aesthetic reminiscent of the Sega Mega Drive, though some users find the artwork, particularly in the intro, to be amateurish. Overall, while the graphics align with classic console styles, opinions vary on their effectiveness compared to the developer's previous 8-bit titles.
“The graphics are overall pretty good and nail the 16-bit style.”
“This game has some sort of Sega Genesis gameplay, but SNES graphics.”
“The artwork for the intro text scroll is very amateurish.”
“If I had to assign the graphics to a classic console, I would say Mega Drive.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant, often requiring multiple playthroughs of earlier levels to gather resources for upgrades and achievements. While some feel that the grinding can be tedious and the upgrades underwhelming, others appreciate the challenge it adds and believe the effort is ultimately rewarding for those aiming to complete the game fully.
“Upgrades are a bit underwhelming, and having to do some grinding after collecting all the gold parts at the end wasn't great (I just redid the first world), but it wasn't too bad.”
“Btw, my time with it does include grinding the first 10 levels about 10 times each for money so I could upgrade some abilities further.”
“There are achievements for buying everything in the shop, which requires grinding so much that it feels like I played through the game three times.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is reminiscent of classic 2D platformers, featuring small stages and basic bosses, with a mix of Sega Genesis mechanics and SNES graphics. While the level design is mechanically sound, it can feel disjointed, resembling a collection of challenges rather than cohesive stages. Players may appreciate the nostalgic feel, especially if they enjoy titles like Castlevania.
“The gameplay is reminiscent of classic 2D platformers, making it worth your time if you enjoy that genre.”
“This game features Sega Genesis-style gameplay combined with SNES graphics, creating a unique experience.”
“The gameplay is similar to Castlevania in that you can't move and attack at the same time, adding a layer of strategy.”
“The stages are small, the gameplay is stiff, and the bosses are very basic, but I think the game is worth your time if you like classic 2D platformers.”
“This game has some sort of Sega Genesis gameplay, but SNES graphics.”
“The gameplay is kind of like Castlevania in the way that you can't move and attack at the same time.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally enjoyable and well-composed, though some players find it too quiet and not particularly memorable. While the sound effects are decent, the music's calm and reserved nature may leave some wanting more dynamic or engaging compositions.
“The music is enjoyable, not exactly memorable, but I'd love to hear more; it's too quiet.”
“The sound effects are decent and the music is very good, yet maybe sometimes a bit too calm and reserved.”
