Villages & Dungeons

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Villages & Dungeons is a single player action game. It was developed by CaCaFrog Studio and was released on May 19, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Villages & Dungeons is a strategic card game with Rogue-lite elements, featuring a unique '1+4' deck-building system and five elemental types that shape dynamic combat styles. Players explore randomized dungeons filled with diverse encounters, treasures, and foes, while evolving their deck mid-run for a fresh tactical experience each playthrough. Its deep customization and unpredictability ensure no two adventures are the same.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 173 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game features a unique and innovative card-auto-battler system with deep mechanics and strategic depth.
The pixel art is stunning and sets a nice tone for the game, enhancing the overall experience.
The game is addictive and offers a variety of builds and synergies, making it enjoyable for players who love deck-building games.

There is no tutorial or clear introduction, leaving players confused about the mechanics and objectives.
The game heavily relies on RNG, which can lead to frustrating experiences, especially in combat and deck-building.
Many assets appear to be AI-generated, which detracts from the overall quality and may leave players feeling disappointed.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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39%
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly in deck building and autobattler elements, offering a unique yet familiar experience that encourages strategic depth. Players appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay, complemented by appealing artwork and a reasonable price point. However, some users noted a lack of narrative and technical issues, such as data saving problems, which detracted from the overall experience.
- “Game has pretty good deck building mechanics and allows for interesting combinations.”
- “The gameplay is unique but familiar.”
- “Its a fun deck builder autobattler with a vast amount of mechanics to choose from, definitely a good choice to spend some evenings :)”
- “Gameplay seems fine, but there is no story or lore to the game world. I'm pretty sure all the assets are just derezzed AI, which I figured out looking at it, but it all is that way. No credits on music, so I'm assuming the same.”
- “The shuffle reward mechanic is another waste of time.”
- “There may be some deep gameplay in there, but my eyes didn't endure to see it.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
44%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising it as amazing and beautifully composed, particularly highlighting the portal dungeon tracks. However, others criticize it for being generated by AI, leading to repetitive patterns and a lack of originality. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated by many for its quality and fit within the game, concerns about its artificial creation and lack of credits are noted.
- “The music is amazing, especially the ones in portals.”
- “They went hard on the music!”
- “The soundtrack is excellent: you can't get enough of it.”
- “The music is horrible and the RNG is overpowered.”
- “You can tell that the whole music is generated by AI, and all the artwork is done by DALL-E. You can see every bit of errors and hear every bit of repeating patterns from each one.”
- “Cool concept, but sadly AI is used for some music and art produced via neuromorphic processors and diffusion-based generational neural models. Don't call this 'artificial intelligence', please - more like an artificial idiot.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their unique and aesthetically pleasing art style, with many players appreciating the overall design and how it complements the gameplay. However, some users noted that the reliance on AI-generated artwork can lead to noticeable errors, detracting from the experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal despite some concerns about the quality of the generated content.
- “Cool concept, challenging gameplay and nice artwork :)”
- “But the artwork is dope, and game design is top tier.”
- “I hope in the future the dev can replace everything with actual artwork instead of AI-generated content.”
- “You can tell that the whole music is generated by AI and all the artwork is done by AI, you can see every bit of errors and hear every bit of repeating patterns from each one.”
- “The music, the pixel graphics, the constant flood of dopamine!”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, especially at the beginning, as it requires significant effort to unlock content that can only be partially utilized in each run. While some appreciate the depth of the roguelike mechanics, many feel that the grinding leads to a sense of futility, suggesting that a more streamlined or idle approach could enhance the experience.
- “The start of the game is tedious.”
- “It looks like a lot of work is put into it, but it has a ton of grinding for unlocking stuff that you can only select a limited amount of per run.”
- “It would actually be much better as a true idler, to be honest, but right now I only felt I was grinding towards nothing.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Players highlight the game's strong replayability in both PvP and PvE modes, supported by an engaging progression system and ongoing developer updates that enhance balance. The introduction of features like the endless loop and cataclysm further enriches the replay experience, making it a game that promises long-term enjoyment.
- “There is a lot of replayability in both PvP and PvE.”
- “It's affordable, replayable, and has a great progression system.”
- “The developers are very responsive and constantly fine-tuning the game balance to ensure replay value.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's story is described as both "crazy" and heartwarming, reflecting a personal touch from the solo developer. However, some players feel that the lack of lore and narrative depth detracts from the overall experience, with one reviewer noting the absence of a clear storyline. Additionally, there are concerns about the complexity of gameplay mechanics overshadowing the story's clarity.
- “It's a solo dev with a heartwarming story which makes me feel good about throwing a few bucks their way.”
- “Gameplay seems fine, but there is no story or lore to the game world. I'm pretty sure all the assets are just derezzed AI, which I figured looking at it. There are no credits for the music, so I'm assuming the same.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a heartwarming story crafted by a solo developer, evoking positive emotions and a sense of goodwill in players, making them feel justified in supporting the creator financially.
- “It's a solo dev with a heartwarming story that makes me feel good about supporting their work.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, leaving a lasting impact long after I finished the game.”
- “I was moved to tears by the storyline; it beautifully captures the complexities of love and loss.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players suggest the addition of an "infinite" mode that challenges them with progressively stronger enemies and randomized, optimized decks, emphasizing the need for better optimization in gameplay to enhance longevity and replayability.
- “Add an 'infinite' mode where the only limit would be the player's first death, facing increasingly powerful enemies with decks that are both random and increasingly optimized.”
- “The game desperately needs an 'infinite' mode where the only limit would be the player's first death, facing increasingly powerful enemies with decks that are both random and highly optimized.”
- “The optimization in this game feels lacking, as the mechanics don't support a balanced experience for players.”
- “I encountered numerous performance issues that hindered the overall optimization, making gameplay frustrating at times.”