Tunnel of Doom
- November 23, 2021
- Antti Vaihia
Get on SteamTunnel of Doom is an action rogue-lite hybrid that mixes tower defense with melee and ranged combat gameplay. Randomly generated, every run is different as you guide Angel on a quest to rescue her husband. Gather resources, discover perks, and use what you find to battle waves of monsters.
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Reviews
- The game features cute graphics and a unique combination of tower defense, resource management, and dungeon crawling that many players find enjoyable.
- The tutorial is well-designed, making it easy for new players to understand the mechanics and enjoy the gameplay.
- There is potential for depth and fun in the gameplay, with interesting ideas and a suspenseful atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
- The game suffers from clunky inventory management and repetitive gameplay, leading to a lack of engagement and fun for some players.
- Many players find the levels too short and lacking in variety, with a general feeling that the game does not value their time effectively.
- Combat mechanics are awkward and can feel unpolished, detracting from the overall experience and making it frustrating for some players.
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their cute and stylish art style, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the experience. Users appreciate the visuals for effectively complementing the gameplay.
“The game is enjoyable, and it has very cute graphics.”
“Music is good, and I really like the art style.”
“Visuals are stylish and serve the game well.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally engaging, with a unique combination of core mechanics that keeps players interested despite some repetitive elements. However, the lack of features to enhance the experience and excessive walking detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“The core gameplay is truly unique, and I love how my choices are tested in horde mode.”
“I appreciate the depth of the gameplay mechanics, which keep me engaged and challenged throughout.”
“The combination of strategy and action in the gameplay makes every session feel fresh and exciting.”
“Poorly slapped together mechanics with no features made to alleviate the downsides.”
“My only gripe with the game is that there is so much walking; I just want to enjoy the really unique combo of the core gameplay and get tested on my choices.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its suspenseful tone and engaging battle sequences that incorporate strategic defense building, adding a unique twist to the overall experience.
“I dig the atmosphere, and the way you have to build your defenses in battle sequences is a cool twist.”
“I liked the suspenseful atmosphere in the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users note a significant lack of replayability in the game, suggesting that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit it.
“I forgot to mention the obvious lack of replayability.”
“Once you finish the game, there's really no incentive to play it again.”
“The game feels like a one-and-done experience with no real reason to revisit.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story features a unique setting and is described as spartan yet functional, suggesting a straightforward narrative that effectively serves its purpose without unnecessary complexity.
“The setting is unique, and the story is Spartan but functional.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, although it offers the opportunity to gather resources in certain areas if battles are managed wisely.
“You can gather resources in these rooms if you don't waste too many on battles, so it's not a total loss, but grinding for resources is rather tedious.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally impactful despite its short length, as the expansive levels create a sense of familiarity that can diminish the emotional engagement by the midpoint.
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and how it complements the art style.
“The music is fantastic, and I really love the art style.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Each track is beautifully composed, making every moment in the game feel immersive.”
