Union of Gnomes: Prologue

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WISHLIST THE FULL GAME About the Game Is this just the beginning or the end? The boundary blurs and the tale unfolds like an old map, its edges worn by time. But what is happening? The question echoes through the caverns of forgotten lore. In the basement’s darkness, where cobwebs cling to to wooden beams like the memory of a lost loved one, dreams and truths entwine. The world lies far, far…

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 121 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and a whimsical storyline that captivates players.
Gameplay is fun and engaging, with a variety of characters and strategic card battles.
The prologue offers a substantial amount of content for a free demo, making it a worthwhile experience.

The sausage mechanic is frustrating and limits deck-building options, making gameplay feel restrictive.
Mana regeneration is slow, often leaving players with only one or two cards to play each turn, which can be unenjoyable.
The game suffers from balance issues, with some enemies being disproportionately difficult compared to others.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
59%
9%
The gameplay of "Union of Gnomes: Prologue" is generally praised for its solid mechanics, smooth and intuitive design, and engaging visuals, making it accessible to newcomers. However, the controversial sausage mechanic has drawn significant criticism for its confusing implementation and negative impact on deck-building strategies, leading to balance issues and frustration among players. While the game offers a fun experience with potential for depth, it currently lacks innovation within the genre and requires further refinement to enhance overall enjoyment.
- “Gameplay-wise, Union of Gnomes: Prologue is smooth and intuitive, making it accessible to players new to card games.”
- “Its captivating visuals and approachable gameplay make it a joy to play, but there is room for improvement in terms of difficulty and card variety.”
- “Union of Gnomes: Prologue offers players a unique experience where each character has their own characteristics and abilities, adding depth and activity to the gameplay.”
- “The sausage mechanic breaks the game by forcing the player to build a weaker deck with less synergies, as you won't be able to progress with the planned build.”
- “The mechanics as they stand create negative feedback loops that leave you wondering how the game got to this state, and the balance is off to the point I hit a soft wall after the first 'campaign' level until I leveled up Miko enough to create a more powerful build.”
- “While I love the art style, this game is a mess right now from the sausage mechanic, to the enemy debuffs, to the balance issues.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
30%
15%
The story in "Union of Gnomes: Prologue" is praised for its whimsical charm, engaging humor, and colorful characters, making it a captivating entry in the card-based adventure genre. Players appreciate the branching pathways and impactful decisions that enhance replayability, alongside a variety of missions and challenges that keep the gameplay fresh. Overall, the combination of a creative storyline and entertaining battles contributes to a fun and immersive experience.
- “The quests are interesting and the characters are colorful and entertaining.”
- “Every decision the player makes has an impact on the story and the fate of the characters, making the game fun and exciting every time you dive into it.”
- “Union of Gnomes: Prologue is a charming entry into the card-based adventure genre, offering a whimsical experience that is sure to captivate players with its delightful graphics and engaging storyline.”
- “An event system that is neat, but not apparent in its effect until you're already in a mission, and balance problems that absolutely wreck the experience as a whole.”
- “As for me, it's really hard to progress after a few missions; enemies are too tough and you can do almost nothing, for example.”
- “You don't lose all your progression on death, just have to replay whatever mission you died on basically.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
13%
19%
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their charming art style, elaborate animations, and overall visual appeal, with many players appreciating the whimsical and cartoonish aesthetics. However, some critiques mention that certain visual elements and mechanics feel cheap or unpolished, indicating that while the graphics are a highlight, there is still potential for improvement in overall quality and consistency.
- “Union of Gnomes: Prologue is a charming entry into the card-based adventure genre, offering a whimsical experience that is sure to captivate players with its delightful graphics and engaging storyline.”
- “A beautiful game with good graphics and elaborate animations.”
- “Beautiful graphics, very nice gameplay design, elaborate battle mechanics.”
- “While I love the art style, this game is a mess right now from the sausage mechanic to the enemy debuffs to the balance issues.”
- “Visuals, animations, and audio feel very cheap.”
- “The graphics are slicker than a greased pig at a country fair.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, which blends dark fantasy elements with quirky and funny storytelling, keeping players engaged throughout. Reviewers highlight the comedic aspects of the plot and the overall entertaining experience, making it a standout in the card battler genre. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, enhancing both the gameplay and narrative.
- “A stylish card battler with a generous pinch of humor.”
- “The mix of dark fantasy and quirky humor kept me hooked.”
- “Awesome game that is hard to get away from, there is a lot of humor in the game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game is consistently praised for being enjoyable and well-composed, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers note its appealing quality and a sense of familiarity, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The game is fun, the theme is new, and the music is very good.”
- “An interesting, light, and turn-based gnome anti-utopia with nice graphics and somehow strangely familiar music.”
- “This is a great card-based roguelike game with beautiful character designs and enjoyable music.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the graphics are nice, the soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”
- “The background music is overly simplistic and doesn't match the game's theme, leading to a disjointed experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players highlight that the game has strong replayability due to its depth and complex decision-making, suggesting that larger missions could further enhance this aspect, similar to the mechanics in "Slay the Spire." Overall, the game keeps players engaged over extended periods.
- “It also offers high replay value and complex decision-making.”
- “This would not only add depth to the game but also increase its replay value, keeping players engaged over a longer period.”
- “Moreover, maybe make the missions bigger for replayability, kind of like how Slay the Spire does.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly highlighting that the third chapter boss feels nearly unbeatable without excessive repetition and effort, suggesting that the standard character and card layout is insufficient for success.
- “The game is really fun, but I'm quite convinced that the third chapter boss is not beatable without tedious efforts over and over again.”
- “It's just really tedious and downright ridiculous as you could never beat this chapter with the standard character and card layout.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in the game is highlighted by its vibrant and fun art style, with players expressing admiration for the character designs. The combination of appealing visuals and engaging gameplay contributes to a positive overall experience.
- “The art is fun and vibrant, and I adore the character design.”
- “This is a great card-based roguelike game with beautiful character designs and enjoyable music.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere in "Union of Gnomes: Prologue" is highly praised for its stunning art and immersive design, creating a spooky environment that enhances the overall experience and sets the stage for a captivating adventure.
- “The art and atmosphere in Union of Gnomes: Prologue are simply stunning.”
- “Dive into a spooky and atmospheric world that's perfect for a creepy good time.”