The Warriorlock
- September 13, 2018
- Fellstrike Games
Get on Steam"The Warriorlock" is a story-driven RPG with turn-based combat and an animated custom battle system. The game features a punishing gauntlet of enemies, randomized loot and spell drops, and rare enchanted items that can be equipped for powerful entities in battle. Players must crawl a labyrinth of an alien creature's mind game and defeat dark entities to prove themselves worthy of digestion.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The writing is clever and humorous, providing a fun and engaging experience, especially in the early parts of the game.
- The game features enjoyable character interactions and a decent amount of replayability due to different dialogue options.
- Despite its old-school graphics and mechanics, the game offers a unique charm and can be a refreshing change from typical RPGs.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and the combat system is difficult to grasp, leading to frustration for players.
- Navigation is challenging due to a lack of maps or clear objectives, which can result in players getting lost.
- The latter half of the game lacks the same level of writing quality and humor as the beginning, making it feel less engaging.
- story30 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its humor and engaging narrative, which captivates players and encourages them to continue their journey. Many reviewers highlight the well-crafted dialogues and the unique, immersive experience that sets it apart from typical RPGs. Overall, the story is described as both entertaining and thought-provoking, making it a standout feature of the game.
“The game is funny, with a story based on humor, bringing laughter and fun while accompanying the misadventures of Harry.”
“What drew me in and got me hooked right off the bat was the storytelling and the dialogue.”
“The warriorlock does a phenomenal job at getting the player immersed in the story.”
“I was expecting a game, rather than a crappy story.”
“Initially, when I started to play this game, I imagined it would be another classic RPG with only a new story, but at the beginning of the game, it already indicates that it will be a different experience.”
“The story, although I'm not at the end yet, has intrigued me and made me want to continue playing, which has made me excited, since the game promotes an unprecedented story.”
- humor18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "The Warriorlock" is widely praised for its clever writing and engaging dialogue, drawing comparisons to the comedic styles of "Austin Powers" and "South Park." Players appreciate the game's ability to blend humor seamlessly with its story and gameplay, featuring memorable puns and unexpected lines that enhance the overall experience. The humor is described as immersive and well-executed, making it a standout element for fans of classic RPGs.
“The dialogue is hilarious and it reminds me of Austin Powers mixed with Team America/South Park, but a little more mild.”
“The game is funny, with a story based on humor, bringing laughs and fun while accompanying the misadventures of Harry.”
“The warriorlock is a very funny game with great puns and unexpected lines that would make a lot of people laugh.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the well-done visuals and aesthetics reminiscent of the PS1 era, while others find the graphics to be subpar and challenging to adjust to, especially in fullscreen mode. Overall, the graphics are deemed adequate for the game's old engine, but opinions vary significantly among players.
“The graphics are so well done too!”
“Nice graphics and images.”
“Graphics are okay, considering it's an old engine that is adequate for the task at hand.”
“The game itself is dialog heavy and the overall aesthetics are from PSX1.”
“I managed to get my eyes used to the horrid graphics on fullscreen.”
“Graphics are okay, considering it's an old engine, that is adequate for the task at hand.”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely praised for its quality and immersive nature, enhancing the overall experience without overwhelming the player with excessive audio. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack is both relaxing and fitting for the game's tone, making it a standout feature. Overall, the music is considered one of the best aspects of the game.
“The soundtrack is also great, without excess of music or unnecessary audios in some scenes, which I found very good since it made the experience of the game more immersive.”
“The sounds and music for this game are also very pleasing and fit the tone of the game quite well.”
“First off, this game really deserves a soundtrack; the music was the best part, not the ending I was expecting, but a solid game.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it rough and confusing, while others appreciate the easy-to-understand mechanics that can become repetitive over time. The combat system has been highlighted as a significant issue, yet the game's ability to provide many hours of playtime is commendable, especially considering it was developed by a single individual.
“This game was actually developed by only one person, and the fact that it can promote so many hours of gameplay makes me think about how much time the developer invested to create a game like that.”
“This was a rough gameplay experience - one of my worst to date. I still don't know what the hell is going on here.”
“Generally an okay game with easy-to-understand game mechanics that become somewhat repetitive over time.”
“First, my biggest issue with the gameplay is the combat system.”
