Vzerthos: Heir of Thunder
- January 19, 2017
- DarkDes Labs
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamVzerthos is a 2D isometric old-school techno-fantasy styled Top-Down Shooter. Player's arsenal includes skills of the Thunder God's heir and three types of guns - use them to slice and dice, burn and blow up your enemies!
Reviews
- Vzerthos offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic isometric RPGs, with well-crafted dungeons and a variety of weapons to unlock and upgrade.
- The game features enjoyable gameplay with a good balance of action and puzzles, making it fun to explore and find secrets.
- Despite its short length, Vzerthos is replayable and provides a charming atmosphere with a nostalgic soundtrack.
- The controls can be awkward, and the game lacks depth in both shooter and RPG elements, leading to a somewhat repetitive experience.
- The graphics and overall presentation are considered lacking, which may detract from the enjoyment for some players.
- The game is relatively short and may feel too easy for average gamers, with some bugs and design issues that contribute to an amateurish feel.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its nostalgic elements and variety of weapons, while others criticize it for being a simplified and poorly executed "Diablo-like" experience. Despite some issues, many found the gameplay enjoyable and fitting for a budget title, with a decent balance of skill-oriented mechanics and engaging graphics. Overall, it offers a blend of nostalgia and sufficient gameplay for its price.
“In the end, I went with a positive review as I experienced no bugs, found the gameplay enjoyable enough, the game didn't outstay its welcome, and it's pretty cheap.”
“But like I was saying earlier, the gameplay was so good and the graphics looked so amazing that it tends to cover over those two issues.”
“Over the course of the story, you will get a good variety of weapons with unique mechanics.”
“Boring 'Diablo-like' game, which seems to be badly made - graphics, gameplay, and control-wise.”
“Most people compare this to Diablo, but I don't see too much of a resemblance in the gameplay.”
“Although the actual RPG elements are very simplified in favor of a more skill-oriented gameplay.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its nostalgic quality, featuring distinctive sounds reminiscent of old sound cards and tributes to classic titles like Doom. Reviewers appreciate the cool soundtracks and amusing parodies, highlighting the blend of nostalgia and creativity in the game's musical composition.
“Music is so cool with the distinctive sound of old bad sound card's internal synthesizer, and I really love good soundtracks.”
“I like the soundtrack, which I assume is a Doom tribute.”
“I personally found Vzerthos very nostalgic because of all the references in style, music, and gameplay.”
“I found it rather amusing to hear some soundtrack parodies of my favorite titles.”
“I personally found the music very nostalgic because of all the references in style, music, and gameplay.”
“+nostalgic soundtrack & gameplay”
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for its numerous plot holes, confusing elements, and poor writing quality, including grammatical errors. While the initial exposition provides some context, players feel as though they are thrust into the narrative without sufficient background, leading to a basic and disjointed experience. Despite these issues, the game offers a variety of weapons with unique mechanics throughout the story.
“However, the bit of exposition at the beginning is all you will see of the plot in the first hour of the game, so that bit's not so bad.”
“Over the course of the story, you will get a good variety of weapons with unique mechanics.”
“The plot has a lot of holes, some parts are incredibly confusing, and it feels quite expensive for what it offers.”
“The story is poorly written, with glaring grammatical and spelling mistakes.”
“The plot is basic but feels like you are jumping in somewhere in the middle.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise them as amazing and immersive, others criticize them as poor and poorly designed, often overshadowed by gameplay issues and bugs.
“The gameplay was so good and the graphics looked so amazing that it tends to cover over any issues.”
“The graphics are stunning and really enhance the overall experience of the game.”
“The visual design is breathtaking, making every moment in the game a joy to behold.”
“I think the graphics are pretty poor and the game is riddled with bugs and bad design decisions.”
“Boring 'Diablo-like' game, which seems to be badly made - graphics, gameplay, and control-wise.”
“Bad controls, bad graphics... uninstalled it.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is brief yet highly replayable, with players encouraged to revisit it to uncover hidden secrets, enhancing the overall experience.
“The game is short but extremely replayable, and you'll get even more out of it if you go back and try to find all the secrets.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Despite some clunky mechanics and a dated interface, the game successfully creates a cool and engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
“The game is clunky and the interface is more than dated, but it is fun and the atmosphere is quite cool!”
