Undergrave

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Undergrave is a single player tactical platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Wired Dreams Studio and was released on July 13, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Undergrave is a single-player fantasy turn-based strategy game, where players embark on a journey to the Void Realm to complete the Trial of Resurrection and bring back their lost loved one. Your character has three distinct abilities: Dash, Jump, and Throw, each with unique effects that consume your stamina, which recovers with turns. Plan your moves wisely and utilize your sword to deal damage, stun, or push enemies, making every run challenging and engaging.

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Single-Player

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Engaging and addictive gameplay with solid mechanics that offer a satisfying challenge.
Unique tactical gameplay that encourages strategic thinking and offers a variety of upgrades and character builds.
Minimalist art design and a clean interface enhance the overall experience, making it easy to focus on gameplay.

Steep learning curve with no tutorial, which can lead to frustration for new players.
Occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as issues with enemy movement and damage mechanics.
Repetitive gameplay and limited variety in levels can lead to boredom after multiple playthroughs.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its quick accessibility and satisfying mechanics, offering a blend of simplicity and depth that keeps players engaged. While it features addictive and fun elements, some mechanics can be challenging to grasp, leading to a trial-and-error learning process. Overall, the game is recognized for its well-balanced design and rewarding tactical gameplay, making it a compelling choice for fans of the roguelike genre.
- “Very quick to pick up and play—very satisfying gameplay with solid mechanics.”
- “The core gameplay is fun and tactical, combining turn-based strategy with procedural generation in a way that's not too overbearing, but just right in terms of constant fun.”
- “All in all, to cap off the review, I can highly recommend this game; it's a game you can easily sink hours into because the core gameplay is just so good!”
- “Much of the early gameplay is trial and error - learning the quirks of enemy movements/attacks, the introduction of new enemy types, and experimenting with all the creative ways you can dispatch them.”
- “The real genius of Undergrave's gameplay is that, despite its deceptively simplistic combat, you are very much limited by the cost of your movements/attacks (AP) and careless usage can find you inadvertently positioned to receive damage.”
- “The upside is that seeing improvement is really rewarding, but it can be very frustrating to die to a boss simply because you don't understand why basic mechanics that damage all enemies do no damage to this specific boss.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a minimalist soundtrack that complements its colorful pixel graphics, enhancing the overall charm. While some users find the tunes reminiscent of elevator music, they still describe it as catchy and enjoyable, with a desire for an official soundtrack release. The varied soundtracks across different worlds add to the experience, despite some criticism regarding their repetitiveness.
- “The pixel colorful graphics have their charm, accompanied by a neat, minimalist soundtrack and subtle effects that enhance the experience while moving, dashing through enemies, jumping, or throwing swords.”
- “I love the music; do they plan on releasing the OST?”
- “Not sure why the music feels like you're in an elevator, but it's catchy all the same.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through its New Game and New Game+ modes, allowing players to explore different special abilities and upgrade paths. This variety encourages players to experiment with different strategies and powers, enhancing the overall experience and motivating multiple playthroughs.
- “Special abilities that can be taken in upgrade levels enhance possibilities in tactics, which changes the whole strategy. It makes you think differently with what you have in hand, and with different powers creating a new and unique experience, which adds to replayability as you can pursue trying new powers in future runs.”
- “I think it's a great choice and adds tons of replayability and variety to the overall experience.”
- “The replayability with the new game and new game+ is really nice.”
- “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a charming pixel art style that is well-received, complemented by a minimalist soundtrack and subtle effects during gameplay. While the overall art design is praised, some users noted that the promotional poster does not reflect the quality of the in-game visuals. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the enjoyment of the game.
- “The pixel colorful graphics have their charm, accompanied by a neat, minimalist soundtrack and little effects that take place while standardly moving, dashing through enemies, jumping, throwing swords, or wriggling in the background.”
- “The art style is amazing, like other games from this studio, and gives me a lot of fun while I play.”
- “Your game has a cool art style.”
- “The pixelated graphics have their charm, but they often feel outdated and lack the detail expected in modern games.”
- “While the colorful graphics are appealing, they can sometimes be overwhelming and distract from the gameplay.”
- “The minimalist design is nice, but it often results in environments that feel empty and uninspired.”