VERLIES II

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VERLIES II is a single player survival hack and slash game with fantasy and dark fantasy themes. It was developed by Koya Game and was released on September 25, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience, reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers, with a challenging and rewarding combat system.
Players appreciate the depth of character progression and the variety of skills available, making each playthrough feel distinct and engaging.
The developer is responsive to community feedback, implementing updates that improve gameplay and address player concerns.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including crashes, lack of customization options, and poor graphics quality, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players find the difficulty level to be excessively punishing, with permadeath mechanics and scarce resources leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.
The absence of a tutorial or clear instructions leaves players feeling lost, making it difficult to understand the game's mechanics and progress effectively.

graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the artwork as amateurish and lacking professional quality, which detracts from the overall experience. Some appreciate the comic-style visuals and find them charming, while others feel the graphics are outdated and lack customization options. Overall, the visual presentation seems to polarize players, with some valuing gameplay over aesthetics.
- “I find the graphics to be gorgeous, even though they aren't pretty by today's standards.”
- “Level tone and design change every 3 floors and while there's no lush vistas nor DX12 features, the comic-style graphics are lovely (though I miss the naked blacksmith from the first opus)!”
- “[b]Verlies II[/b] is a hardcore dungeon crawler with a very interesting art style and an addictive combat system.”
- “The artwork here is terrible; it's a hodge-podge of amateurish 'my first Wacom tablet' style drawings used instead of professional-looking game assets.”
- “It's unclear if this is due to a lack of budget to hire someone who can create graphical assets properly, or a lack of talent. Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low, enough on its own to deter gamers.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in this title is characterized by simple yet engaging mechanics that require strategic thought and timing, reminiscent of classic games. While the user interface is basic and may feel like a browser game, the combat and character progression are enjoyable, though players may struggle with unforgiving mechanics and frustrating controls. Overall, the game offers a learning curve that can lead to rewarding experiences, despite some limitations in strategy and control responsiveness.
- “It didn't take too long before I turned 'show intro' off and 'fast dice game' on--this game's mechanics are simple, delightful, and their integration leads to a very elaborate experience that requires thought, consideration, and choice.”
- “I like its simplicity, graphic style, the combat mechanics, and character progression.”
- “It takes a few hours of learning the game mechanics, tactics, and timing to defeat the monsters... but you will become familiar with what to do and what not to do through the unfortunate deaths of your first many characters.”
- “For gameplay purposes, because the user interface for this game is mostly just 2D static images, it might as well be a browser game.”
- “The major problem, though, is the blocking mechanic where you still take damage.”
- “The problem with Verlies II is not its gameplay difficulty, but the ridiculous and annoying controls, plus highly illogical rules that limit the player.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience. While some players appreciate the ability to customize the music through modding, they note that the core music and sound effects are satisfactory but not groundbreaking.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Visually, I think the game is fantastic and the music/sound effects are fine.”
- “The modding (I am going to call this what it is, replacing core files with your own art or music or words) is fun for silly things, like making a pic you like the new intro, but it's not true modding, it's just changing the interface for fun.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Verlies II emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. Additionally, the narrative structure has undergone significant changes, making it distinct from its predecessor, akin to the evolution seen between the original Dragon Quest Monsters and its sequel.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be grindy, particularly due to the necessity of repeatedly playing a dice game in the inn to earn money for better gear and health potions. This repetitive gameplay element can detract from the overall experience.
- “This game feels grindy in a sense.”
- “By grindy, I mean you have to grind the dice game in the inn for money so you can buy better gear and lots of health potions.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by a mix of self-deprecating jokes from the developer and quirky sound effects, such as a comically out-of-place cash register sound. This blend of atmospheric creepiness and lightheartedness adds a unique charm to the overall experience.
- “The developer apologizes with humor and self-mockery, which adds a charming touch to the experience.”
- “The sound design is both atmospheric and creepy, yet it can also be hilariously dumb, like that cash register trading sound.”
- “The humor in the game is evident, especially in the way the developer engages with players through lighthearted self-deprecation.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for its instability, being described as buggy and excessively difficult, compounded by a lack of tutorials and documentation, which can lead to frustrating experiences, especially with the inclusion of permadeath mechanics.
- “The game is buggy and overly hard, with no tutorials or documentation, and the permadeath feature makes it even more frustrating.”
- “The lack of stability is evident; frequent crashes and bugs ruin the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that made the game unplayable at times.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for its design, as players are compelled to take damage every turn regardless of their defensive actions, leading to a frustrating experience that feels disconnected from player skill.
- “This game has difficulty that isn't based on player performance; it's based on the fact that you are forced to take damage on every turn, even if you block.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a mix of effective, creepy sound design that enhances immersion, alongside moments of humor, such as the quirky cash register sound, which adds a lighthearted contrast to the overall tone.
- “The sound design is excellent, creating an atmospheric and creepy vibe that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The audio elements contribute significantly to the atmosphere, making it both eerie and engaging.”