UnderDungeon

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"UnderDungeon is a single-player, fantasy fighting game with good mechanics, graphics, and outstanding music. Immerse in the peculiar adventure of Kimuto, the game's protagonist, on his first day of work in the harsh world of Kutopia, filled with monsters, heroes, and charismatic characters. Explore the 1bit graphics world, discover surprise mechanics, and uncover many secrets in this strange yet memorable and emotional soundtrack experience."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

Charming characters and humorous dialogues make the game enjoyable and memorable.
The gameplay is solid, featuring a mix of classic dungeon-crawling mechanics with unique weapons and puzzles.
The soundtrack is catchy and enhances the overall experience, making it a standout feature of the game.

Combat can feel awkward and clunky, making it difficult to aim and attack effectively.
The black and white presentation may detract from the experience, causing confusion between paths and walls.
Some gameplay mechanics feel arbitrary and may not impress players looking for depth in gameplay.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
35%
15%
The gameplay of Underdungeon is rooted in classic dungeon-crawling mechanics reminiscent of old-school Zelda titles, offering a solid mix of exploration, combat, and puzzles. While it may not be groundbreaking, it features a variety of engaging challenges and humorous elements that enhance the experience. The art style and catchy soundtrack further complement the tight gameplay, making it an enjoyable adventure overall.
- “It's solid in its gameplay ideas, taking little elements from various famous games and focusing on the main Legend of Zelda dungeon crawling, making a 3-4 hour experience that's got good variety, but also has a lot of fun humor and gags to it.”
- “Great dungeon-crawler, base gameplay reminds me of NES/SNES Zeldas, but with lots of new mechanics mixed from classic arcades like Bubble Bobble.”
- “Underdungeon is an enjoyable game full of challenges and interesting puzzles and mechanics.”
- “It won't wow you in the gameplay area, even though it is solid.”
- “The gameplay is pretty simple; the exploration of the dungeons is fun, and the combat can be a challenge sometimes.”
- “Solid old school Legend of Zelda/Link to the Past basis for the gameplay, with enough enemy variety to push the game across the finish line.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy tunes and fantastic selection, enhancing the overall experience and complementing the gameplay and graphics. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature that not only drives the game forward but is also enjoyable to listen to outside of gameplay. Overall, the combination of engaging music, beautiful art style, and fun narrative creates a memorable atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is really, really great and has a lot of catchy tunes.”
- “Although the standout feature here is the music, the soundtrack is something that really pushes the game forward and is something that I'd listen to in general.”
- “Beautiful art style, tight gameplay, and the OST works perfectly with the game.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, which is described as both meta and non-meta, often eliciting smiles and laughter through clever gags and engaging dialogues. Reviewers appreciate the blend of fun humor with solid gameplay, noting that the narrative and storytelling contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment. The combination of intense gameplay and catchy music further enhances the comedic experience.
- “It's solid in its gameplay ideas, taking little elements from various famous games and focusing on the main Legend of Zelda dungeon crawling, making a 3-4 hour experience that's got good variety, but also has a lot of fun humor and gags to it.”
- “Sometimes random, but got me smiling and laughing on a regular basis.”
- “The combat feels great and the story and dialogues caught me off guard a couple of times and actually made me laugh.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users appreciating the charming 1-bit visuals that evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of classic titles like "Zelda: Link's Awakening." The art style is described as beautiful and cute, complemented by a catchy soundtrack, while options like a vectorial graphics filter cater to those who prefer a different aesthetic. Overall, the visuals enhance the engaging gameplay and narrative experience.
- “The music is catchy and the graphics are nice.”
- “If you're not into pixels, you should try the vectorial graphics filter.”
- “Beautiful art style, tight gameplay, and the OST works perfectly with the game.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is described as goofy yet heartfelt, featuring engaging dialogues and a few mysteries that enhance the overall experience. Players find it fun and compelling enough to motivate them to progress, with moments that evoke laughter and surprise. Overall, the narrative complements the gameplay well, making it a notable aspect of the game.
- “It's got secrets to find, along with a goofy yet heartfelt story that has a few mysteries to solve in the process.”
- “The combat feels great and the story and dialogues caught me off guard a couple of times and actually made me laugh.”
- “The story is good, fun, and yet does enough to make you want to keep pushing forward.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a goofy yet heartfelt narrative filled with secrets and mysteries, creating an emotional experience that resonates with players.
- “It's got secrets to find, along with a goofy yet heartfelt story that has a few mysteries to solve in the process.”