Tower of Chaos
- July 25, 2023
- Laughing Fox Games
- 2h median play time
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Get on itch.io StoreABOUT THIS GAME Tower of Chaos combines the depth of tactical auto battlers, captivating exploration with rogue-lite elements, and an immersive story with multiple characters sharing an ambiguous past. Build up your army As a commander, you have the freedom of recruiting your units, setting the most effective formation on the battlefield, forging powerful items and acquiring the mighty Patron’s…
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and enjoyable experience with a variety of combinations and monsters, making each run feel distinct.
- The voice acting and character story arcs are well-executed, adding depth to the gameplay.
- The game features a solid balance of challenge and strategy, appealing to fans of the auto-battler genre.
- Meta progression locks fundamental mechanics, which can be frustrating and hinder gameplay.
- Some players experience difficulty spikes that feel unfair, leading to frequent deaths without clear explanations.
- The user interface and graphics are considered rough around the edges, impacting the overall experience.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of meta progression and risk/reward mechanics, requiring players to strategically choose battles while exploring for buffs. It features engaging auto-battler elements and diverse systems that enhance combat, making it appealing for fans of rogue-lite genres. Overall, the combination of tactical decision-making and exploration keeps players engaged and on edge.
“As for the actual runs, you need to balance fighting enemy units against the chaos level, a risk vs reward mechanic that necessitates choosing what enemies to fight.”
“There are a lot of different systems allowing you to gain an edge in battle, and the risk/reward type gameplay keeps you at the edge of your seat.”
“It is a good combination of exploring a map for roguelike buffs and trying to get some kind of build with your units and auto-battle mechanics.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their fantastic design and art style, particularly the character visuals and lore. However, some users note that the game's UI feels rough and the overall graphics may not be the best, though they feel the engaging auto chess gameplay compensates for these shortcomings.
“The design and art style are fantastic, and the story uncovered so far has been great!”
“I love the creator's art style, especially with the characters.”
“You have good lore, nice visuals, awesome art, not hard mechanics, and nice tactics.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is well-received, with strong voice acting and engaging character arcs, particularly highlighting Lia as a standout character. The design and art style complement the narrative, enhancing the overall experience as players progress through the unfolding story.
“The voice actors do a wonderful job, and it was cool progressing through each character's story arc. Lia is just one of the best characters in video games ever.”
“The design and art style are fantastic, and the story uncovered so far has been great!”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users have noted that the soundtrack in the game is frequently interrupted, leading to a disjointed and frustrating auditory experience.
“The soundtrack gets cut off at random times, which is really frustrating.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The audio mixing is poor, with some tracks being way too quiet while others are overwhelmingly loud.”
