The Weaponographist

41%
Game Brain Score Based on 18 reviews
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  • story
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Fresh and engaging, The Weaponographist is a succinct package of roguelike goodness. If you need a quick fix of something new for a weekend, this weapon-breaking dungeon-delver will suit that need perfectly.
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The Weaponographist is a speedrunning hack-n-slasher dipped in a bit of rogue sauce. Doug McGrave, demon hunter and all-around jerk, refused to help a poor village and now he's cursed to have every weapon fall apart in his hands. Never stop and never slow down, constantly picking up the weapons of fallen enemies and building combos as you race through the depths of the dungeons to break the curse.

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41%
Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews
gameplay1 positive mentions
graphics1 negative mentions
  • The game features a variety of weapons that play differently, adding some depth to the combat.
  • It offers a fun and challenging experience, making it enjoyable for casual dungeon dives.
  • The art style is appealing and adds to the overall charm of the game.
  • The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with a lack of variety in enemy encounters and progression.
  • It fails to deliver on its rogue-like promises, offering a linear experience without meaningful exploration or item drops.
  • Many players find it hard to recommend at full price due to its grindy nature and lack of engaging content.
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics are reminiscent of a classic arcade game, featuring a dungeon-like aesthetic that may appeal to fans of retro styles.

    • “It's just an arcade game where the graphics look like a dungeon.”
  • gameplay1 mentions

    Gameplay mechanics initially appear promising, but the penalty of losing the combo meter—resulting in XP loss and slower enemy defeat—creates frustration and detracts from the overall experience.

  • story1 mentions

    The story is minimal and fails to compensate for the game's repetitive and lackluster gameplay, leaving players dissatisfied with the overall narrative experience.

    • “What little story there is doesn't even remotely make up for the lackluster and repetitive nature of the game.”
    • “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
    • “Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about their journeys or outcomes.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered background-friendly, making it suitable for players who prefer to listen to their own music or podcasts while gaming.

    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The music is so immersive that it draws you deeper into the game's world.”
    • “I love how the game features a diverse range of tracks that keep the energy up.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, particularly for score chasers, with players noting that it can take around 25 hours to complete on hardcore difficulty, encouraging multiple playthroughs.

    • “There's lots of replay value here if you're a score chaser, and if you're anything like me, it'll take you a good 25 hours to finally beat hardcore.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, particularly in moments like receiving a "double damage" drop during a boss fight, which elicits genuine laughter and adds to the overall fun experience.

    • “When the game throws a pun at you right before a boss fight, you can't help but chuckle.”
    • “The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions kept me entertained throughout the entire game.”
    • “Every time I encountered a quirky NPC, I found myself laughing out loud at their ridiculous antics.”
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