Voltron: Cubes of Olkarion
- August 29, 2019
- Gbanga (Millform)
Voltron: Cubes of Olkarion is a real-time-strategy game where you build a tower to battle AI or other players. As a Paladin, choose your character and control a base, building your tower with unique cubes, each with different attack or defense abilities. Quick decisions and creative thinking are key as you combine cubes in endless combinations to outsmart your opponents and make sure your tower stands tall.
Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of strategy and real-time action, offering deep gameplay with various tactical possibilities.
- The tutorials are well-designed, helping players quickly grasp the mechanics and enjoy the game, especially in competitive multiplayer settings.
- The visuals and explosive effects during gameplay are engaging, and the potential for future updates, including a story mode, adds to the excitement.
- The game can feel overwhelming and complicated for new players, making it difficult to learn initially.
- Some players feel that the Voltron branding is superficial and does not enhance the overall experience of the game.
- Currently, the game lacks diverse character abilities, which could make gameplay more interesting and varied.
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The current game lacks a developed story mode, but players are optimistic about its future inclusion, along with additional maps and gameplay features. While the potential for a rich narrative exists, those seeking a story-driven experience may want to wait until these updates are implemented. Overall, the anticipation for a more robust story element is a common sentiment among users.
“A story mode is on the roadmap, so I'm looking forward to that.”
“I'd love to see a proper story mode and more stages; there are some locations in the later seasons that would be really awesome in this game.”
“The potential for interesting new cubes, abilities, and extra modes, especially a story mode and more multiplayer options, added during the early access phase is near limitless.”
“If you like story games (maybe because of Voltron lore?) or games which you can take your time with, I would not recommend this game to you (at least for the time being).”
“A 'story mode' is on the roadmap though, so I'm looking forward to that.”
“But apparently a story mode is planned, as well as more maps and cube loadouts (like a deckbuilding game), which I'm looking forward to the most.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are inspired by the Voltron franchise, presenting a spin-off aesthetic that can occasionally become visually cluttered during intense gameplay. While the visuals are engaging and contribute to an entertaining experience, players currently share the same abilities, suggesting potential for future character differentiation.
“The graphics are clearly inspired by Voltron, presenting a unique spin-off experience.”
“If a lot is going on, the visuals can sometimes be a bit noisy, but overall, it's a very entertaining and challenging experience.”
“Currently, the different players differ only in visuals, which makes it fair, but it would be cool to have different abilities for each character in the future.”
“The graphics are clearly voltron-related, but it's more of a spin-off than a core Voltron game.”
“If a lot is going on, the visuals can sometimes be a bit noisy to read.”
“Currently, the different players only differ in visuals and play the same, which makes it fair, but it would be cool to have different abilities for each character in the future.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features straightforward mechanics that are easy to grasp, yet the matches are fast-paced and offer a level of complexity that keeps players engaged.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of strategy and action.”
“I love how the game keeps you on your toes, constantly challenging your skills and reflexes.”
“The basic mechanics are easy to learn, but the matches are pretty fast-paced and complex.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive after a few hours, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience, leading to frustrating moments.”