The Call of Krul'ar
- June 8, 2022
- Devious_Oatmeal
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Reviews
- The game features wonderful presentation with impressive pixel art, sound effects, and an engaging eldritch horror ambiance.
- It offers a unique blend of survival colony sim elements and card-based mechanics that require strategic thinking and resource management.
- Despite its difficulty, the game provides a satisfying sense of adventure and discovery as players learn new recipes and strategies.
- The game has been abandoned by the developer, leaving it with unresolved bugs and a lack of updates.
- It suffers from limited replayability and can feel repetitive due to predictable enemy waves and a lack of diverse gameplay options.
- The game can be cryptic and difficult to understand without external resources, which may frustrate players looking for a more guided experience.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging and complex mechanics, offering a satisfying experience as players learn and explore the game's systems. While the turn-based strategy and resource management are well-received, some players suggest the addition of more difficulty options to enhance the experience. Overall, the game provides a rewarding sense of exploration and mastery, despite the potential for frequent setbacks.
“I enjoyed learning the game mechanics.”
“Successful defenses are satisfying; the alchemy and mechanics are fun to decipher.”
“This is one of them, and it does it really well, giving a sense of mechanics-based exploration that's really satisfying.”
“Would greatly benefit from a more forgiving defense/sandbox mode and/or a more hardcore mode for the actually intended escape mechanics.”
“Expect to lose a bunch of runs and just enjoy the atmosphere of the game as you learn the mechanics.”
“Gameplay/review: https://www.youtube.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, primarily due to its static level design and minimal randomization, which fails to significantly enhance the experience. However, it offers a worthwhile way to spend a few hours for a low price.
“All in all, the largest issue is that it lacks much in terms of replayability, but it's a great way to occupy an evening or two for just $3.”
“The game is effectively just one long static level; there's some small RNG with wave modifiers, but nothing that adds too much replay value.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for being engaging and enjoyable, complementing the light resource management mechanics. While some structural choices may feel misleading, players are encouraged to embrace the learning process and appreciate the immersive environment, even if it leads to multiple failed attempts.
“Expect to lose a bunch of runs and just enjoy the atmosphere of the game as you learn the mechanics.”
“Good atmosphere, fun light resource management action.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the survival/campaign system to be tedious, indicating that it can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“When I've bothered with the actual survival/campaign system, it's been a bit tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and often pointless, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly becomes monotonous.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Call of Krul'ar" are praised for their impressive retro pixel art style, which complements the game's indie, roguelike side-scrolling mechanics. The visuals, combined with engaging sound design, create an appealing aesthetic for fans of the genre.
“If you're into indie roguelike side scrollers, the retro pixel graphics and sound in 'Call of Krul'ar' are absolutely awesome. It's a must-see for fans of indie monster survival in turn-based action!”
“The graphics in 'Call of Krul'ar' are stunning, capturing the essence of retro pixel art while delivering a unique visual experience.”
“The vibrant colors and detailed pixel art in 'Call of Krul'ar' create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
