Void Grimm
- December 10, 2021
- Ravery
Get on SteamVoid Grimm is a real-time deckbuilding roguelike game. Fight your way through waves of enemy spaceships. Your survival in the fast-paced battles requires quick thinking even at increased adrenaline levels. Gather your crew, optimize your deck and utilize card synergies to master your runs.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Void Grimm offers a unique and engaging real-time card battle system that adds a refreshing twist to the deckbuilding roguelite genre.
- The game has shown significant improvements with updates, including new ships, heroes, and a skill tree for long-term replayability.
- Visually appealing with good music and sound effects, Void Grimm creates an immersive sci-fi atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
- The tutorial is lacking, leaving players confused about certain mechanics and how to effectively play the game.
- The user interface needs improvement, as it can be cluttered and difficult to read, especially with dark text on dark backgrounds.
- Some players find the game too short and easy, with the ability to clear all difficulties in under an hour, leading to concerns about long-term engagement.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a meter-based time-slow mechanic that adds depth, but the tutorial experience is inconsistent; while some players find it helpful, others feel it lacks clarity and leaves them confused about certain mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is generally considered easy to grasp, with some players recommending external resources for better understanding.
“The meter-based replenishing time-slow mechanic enhances the gameplay experience significantly.”
“There is a very well-done tutorial that guides you into the easy gameplay.”
“If you're interested in the gameplay, be sure to check out Ajay's clip.”
“The tutorial is very lacking; I encountered mechanics in the game that I was totally clueless about after completing the tutorial.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are unresponsive at times, which can lead to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story in this game appears to be minimal and primarily serves as a backdrop for gameplay, with players collecting equipment, heroes, and weapon cards while progressing through mission trees. There are hints of a faction system and a more developed narrative, but players feel they need to invest more time to fully explore these elements. Overall, the mission structure is straightforward.
“There seems to be a story at this point and a system dedicated to factions, but I haven't played enough to fully unlock them.”
“Seems to be a story at this point and a system dedicated to factions, but I haven't played enough to fully unlock them.”
“As with Slay the Spire-like games, you can collect equipment, heroes, and weapon cards as you advance along mission trees.”
“The mission is simple.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their quality and ability to create an immersive science fiction atmosphere, complemented by effective sound design. However, some users feel that certain UI elements, particularly the text displaying numbers, appear unfinished and resemble placeholders. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience, motivating players to tackle challenging difficulties.
“The graphics are really nice, and I like the sound, both giving a very good science fiction atmosphere.”
“Visuals, music, and sound effects are on point and keep me motivated to finally beat the game on insane difficulty.”
“Aesthetically speaking, all of the text displaying numbers looks like a placeholder for the final UI.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them feel lifeless.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and keep players motivated, with specific highlights on the quality of tracks during battles and the impactful theme on the starting screen. Overall, it effectively complements the game's aesthetic and emotional tone.
“Visuals, music, and sound effects are on point and keep me motivated to finally beat the game on insane difficulty.”
“The music in one of the battles I had with the 'event' choice was very good!”
“The starting screen is accompanied by nice music that perfectly captures the atmosphere of Void Grimm.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers a focus on long-term replayability through faction building in each run, but some players feel it lacks sufficient unlocks and overall replay value.
“The game seems to be geared more towards long-term replayability and faction building with each run.”
“The replayability is impressive, with numerous unlocks and variations that keep each playthrough fresh.”
“It didn't have any replayability, and its unlocks were non-existent.”
“Seems the game is gearing more towards long-term replayability and faction building per run.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of Void Grimm is highly praised for its captivating music and impressive graphics, which together create an immersive science fiction experience. Reviewers appreciate how these elements effectively enhance the overall mood of the game.
“The starting screen is accompanied by beautiful music that perfectly captures the atmosphere of Void Grimm.”
“The graphics are stunning, and the sound design contributes to a fantastic science fiction atmosphere.”
