Valley of Decay

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Valley of Decay is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Mario Papadopoulos and was released on June 27, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Valley of Decay is a 2D pixel-art multi-player Hack and Slash game. Trade from self-found items extracted essences at the auction house. Craft your own items with those essences. There are no limits, no highest level, no strongest item. You can always become stronger.

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graphics2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun loot grinding experience with interesting concepts for abilities and items.
The pixel art and retro visuals evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of classic games.
The developer is active and engaged with the community, which adds a personal touch to the game.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including issues with enemy spawning and account management.
Controls and UI are unintuitive and cumbersome, making gameplay frustrating and difficult to navigate.
There is a lack of in-game tutorials and documentation, leaving players confused about mechanics and objectives.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the graphics received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the retro visuals and find them charming, others feel that the old art style may detract from the experience. For many, however, the quality of the game itself outweighs any concerns about graphics.
- “The game has a nice retro feeling and visuals.”
- “It is interesting to experience a game with such an old art style.”
- “It is weird playing a game with such an old art style.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players who enjoy grinding find this game appealing, as it offers extensive opportunities for skill development and gear acquisition, making it a rewarding experience for those who thrive on repetitive tasks and character progression.
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the gameplay mechanics, particularly the need to turn and run into danger instead of aiming and firing directly with the mouse. Some suggest that this issue may be a rare glitch, potentially linked to recent updates in anti-cheat measures.
- “Let me aim and fire with my mouse, not having to turn my character around and run face-first into dying. That's literally the worst type of mechanic.”
- “It might just be a rare glitch, especially since I saw that the anti-cheat mechanics were only recently implemented.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story is perceived as brief and lacking depth, with some players expressing a desire for more engaging quests and content. Overall, it seems to fall short of expectations for a more immersive narrative experience.
- “It became quite a short story, but I'm jumping out of it now.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by good music, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players.
- “The music perfectly complements the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is captivating, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is praised for creating a great atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- “The music creates an incredible atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “Good music and great atmosphere make the game truly immersive.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, elevating every moment.”