Vampirem
- May 20, 2021
- WRF Studios
Get on Steam"Vampirem," a game featuring a unique vampire-mage hybrid named Raven, tells the story of his quest for power and revenge after being weakened by a Shadowhunter. With two Sires, Raven has a royal bloodline and the ability to extract power from fallen kindred. Sealed in his tomb by the Elders, Raven must navigate the moonlight shadows and use his powers to survive and reclaim his place.
Reviews
- The game is visually appealing and runs smoothly, showcasing impressive development by a single developer.
- Gameplay is fun and engaging, with a variety of bosses and a solid combat system that includes unique mechanics like warping.
- There is a fair amount of weapon, vampiric power, and level customization, providing players with options to tailor their experience.
- The game suffers from linearity and a lack of meaningful choices, making it feel repetitive and boring over time.
- There is no solid story or engaging characters, which detracts from the overall experience and immersion.
- The health and mana system can be frustrating, as it leads to situations where players may find themselves unable to heal or use skills effectively during challenging encounters.
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the quality of voice acting and find the narrative enjoyable, others criticize it for lacking depth, engaging characters, and clarity. The pacing of boss fights is noted as a potential issue, with players feeling overwhelmed, and the overall content is seen as sparse in terms of quests and items.
“Voice acting and story are very well done; levels are fun and every single one feels different.”
“The voice acting is pretty great, the story is good, and the abilities are fun; there's a ton of things you can do.”
“What it lacks is a solid story, engaging characters, or personable villains.”
“Combat is frustrating, skills are poorly explained, and the story feels like a convoluted mess.”
“The story is not the longest, but for only €13, it's more than okay.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- -14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fluidity and engaging mechanics, particularly in dungeon exploration and combat. However, it suffers from a lack of complexity compared to previous titles, with simplified skills and a less effective equipment farming system. While the game offers well-designed dungeons and challenging bosses, some players find the user interface and linear progression limiting.
“Technically, the game runs fine with solid FPS, nice skills, and smooth gameplay.”
“Gameplay is astonishingly fluid; it’s really fun guiding the raven through the dungeons, warping around and slaying enemies.”
“Gameplay is fun and interesting.”
“Horrible mishmash of half-baked mechanics.”
“The gameplay feels unpolished and lacks coherence, making it frustrating to navigate.”
“The controls are clunky and often unresponsive, leading to a disjointed experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and engaging, particularly in the context of guiding the raven through dungeons. Despite being developed by a single person, the game feels polished and offers a fluid gameplay experience that enhances its comedic elements.
“The game was developed by one person only, but it seems totally fleshed-out and bug-free, and it is really funny to play.”
“Gameplay is astonishingly fluid; it’s really funny guiding the raven through the dungeons, warping around and slaying enemies.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the game's music could benefit from more talent and creativity to enhance the overall experience. Additionally, there are concerns about copyright issues, as a significant portion of the music may be claimed if used in videos.
“The music in this game really enhances the overall experience and sets the perfect mood for gameplay.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly diverse and keeps the energy high throughout the game.”
“I love how the music adapts to different situations, making each moment feel unique and engaging.”
“I feel that some more musical talent could really make this game shine!”
“The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music feels generic and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered decent, with some users appreciating the graphic style and intuitive controls, while others feel there is room for improvement.
“Love the graphic style and intuitive controls.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be present but less intense compared to its predecessors. While the game features well-designed dungeons, smooth gameplay, and engaging bosses, it suffers from issues like poor equipment farming, a lack of an open world, and a cumbersome user interface.
“It is still very grindy but doesn't seem as grindy as the first two games.”
“Equipment farming is much worse than in the previous games, and the lack of an open world and the inability to go back make it feel even more tedious.”
“While it has its good sides, the grinding aspect is a significant downside.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Despite being developed by a single individual, the game is praised for its impressive stability, appearing well-polished and free of bugs, which enhances the overall enjoyable experience.
“The game was developed by one person, but it feels completely fleshed-out and bug-free, making it a joy to play.”
“I was impressed by how stable the game is; I didn't encounter any crashes or glitches during my playthrough.”
“Despite being an indie title, the game's stability rivals that of larger productions, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the game's replayability is limited, primarily due to a lack of diverse skills in the skill tree, which diminishes the incentive to replay.
“I'm only subtracting one star for the almost nonexistent replayability due to the lack of variety in the skill tree.”
“The game offers little incentive to replay, as the choices and outcomes feel too linear.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's not much left to draw you back in for a second playthrough.”
