Warden's Will

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In "Warden's Will," players must break a time loop wreaking havoc in the multiverse. They can master unique movements and abilities of various Wardens, wield insane weapons, and explore epic vertical worlds filled with intense battles and challenging landscapes. With a wide arsenal of weapons and hundreds of augments, players can unleash devastating combinations to dominate the corruption.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 382 reviews

gameplay74 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

The movement mechanics are fluid and satisfying, allowing for dynamic gameplay and exploration.
The game has a lot of potential with unique character abilities and a variety of weapons to experiment with.
The cooperative gameplay enhances the experience, making it more enjoyable when played with friends.

The game feels incomplete, with limited enemy variety and repetitive gameplay mechanics.
Boss fights can be frustrating as they disable player abilities, making encounters feel less engaging.
Progression is slow, and upgrades often feel insignificant, leading to a lack of meaningful impact on gameplay.

gameplay
206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
57%
7%
The gameplay of "Warden's Will" is characterized by fluid movement mechanics and a unique heat-based weapon system, drawing heavy inspiration from "Risk of Rain 2." While many players appreciate the fast-paced action and cooperative elements, criticisms arise regarding repetitive boss encounters, underwhelming upgrades, and moments where movement abilities are restricted, leading to a clunky experience. Overall, the game shows potential with its engaging mechanics, but it requires further refinement and content to enhance replayability and enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up yet challenging enough to keep you engaged.”
- “The gameplay flow encourages constant movement and creativity, which adds a lot of depth to the experience.”
- “With its thrilling pace, challenging mechanics, and fantastic co-op experience, Warden's Will is a must-play for anyone who loves a game that keeps you on your toes.”
- “The ability to generate currency for upgrades is extremely slow, and once you are finally able to purchase an upgrade, it adds nothing to your gameplay.”
- “The gameplay gets extremely repetitive with very little variety in bosses and enemies, not to mention the objective remains the exact same for all 5 main stages.”
- “From its uninspired UI to its lackluster gameplay mechanics, the game feels more like a tech demo than a fully realized release.”
music
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the energetic boss tracks and level music, while others find it grating and lacking in excitement. Many reviewers express a desire for a more polished and engaging soundtrack, noting that the current sound design can be ear-piercing and that the overall audio experience feels incomplete. Overall, while there are moments of strong musical accompaniment, significant improvements are needed to enhance the game's atmosphere and player engagement.
- “Also, the music accompanied each level nicely; boss tracks are bangers!”
- “The graphics are cool and vibrant, and the music pumps you up and keeps the flow going.”
- “The visuals and soundtrack are great too, creating an engaging atmosphere that pulls you into the action.”
- “The game does need a little more polish though especially with the sound design; it's very ear-piercing sometimes with the music and enemy sound effects.”
- “The stage music isn't much to write home about; it sets the tone nicely and doesn't necessarily sound bad, but it doesn't really get me excited.”
- “Game has no music and minimal sound effects; did you all forget to add them?”
graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
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7%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals, vibrant colors, and well-crafted environments that enhance the gameplay experience. Many reviewers noted the smooth character animations and appealing art style, drawing comparisons to titles like "Risk of Rain 2" and "Borderlands." While some visuals may appear slightly empty, the overall aesthetic is considered refreshing and engaging, contributing to a dynamic and enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The graphics are stunning, with beautifully crafted environments that draw you right into the action.”
- “The graphics are really pleasant and the gameplay very dynamic and fun.”
- “The art style is another highlight, with its clean and visually appealing design.”
- “Game is very very similar to Risk of Rain 2, in the gameplay, visuals, and even map design and layout.”
- “It looks like Risk of Rain 2, with similar GUI and art style and it plays like Risk of Rain 2 with the items you spend coins on to collect from chests and different survivors with different abilities.”
- “The game has similar vibes to the Borderlands art style.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unchallenging, with enemy encounters often feeling like prolonged bullet sponge battles rather than engaging challenges. Progression for unlocks is criticized for being a repetitive slog, particularly due to mechanics that require players to remain stationary for extended periods, leading to a boring gameplay loop. While some note improvements in meta progress, the general sentiment leans towards a clunky and frustrating experience.
- “The enemies in Warden's Will are pure bullet sponges, dragging fights out in a way that feels more tedious than challenging.”
- “It's tedious and doesn't provide any real challenge.”
- “Progression for unlocks could also be better; it's a bit of a tedious grind pretty quickly.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth FPS performance and fluid movement, particularly during intense gameplay moments. However, some users express concerns about performance issues when many enemies are present and suggest that the game feels incomplete, warranting an early access label. While the optimization is generally better than many recent titles, there are calls for further updates and refinements to enhance the overall experience.
- “The smooth FPS performance really shines during intense moments, and combined with the fluid movement, makes for some incredibly satisfying gameplay.”
- “If nothing else, this game is far more optimized than most things I have played in the past few years, with only one small hitch, about 15 seconds below 60 FPS one time, and a singular minor UI bug that I have encountered.”
- “Really good concept, movement is fluid and great fun, performance is superb and the levels offer a lot of variety.”
- “I'm looking for the devs to update the game, realize that some things need fixes or a complete rework, and I can't recommend the game in its current state. This is due to the fact that it will probably bring more people, and they would poorly rate this game, just sinking the possibilities of this game seeing a new light, more polished, more refined, and simply better optimized. And please, for the love of God, add some music.”
- “Downside is that there is a massive lack of content compared to similar games. The game should have been marked as early access in my honest opinion due to massive performance issues with lots of enemies on the screen at one time.”
- “If nothing else, this game is far more optimized than most things I have played in the past few years, with only one small hitch: about 15 seconds below 60 fps one time, and a singular minor UI bug that I have encountered.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its stylish visuals and engaging soundtrack, which effectively immerse players in the game world. However, some reviewers note that the music and sound design could be improved, as certain ambient sounds detract from the overall experience. Attention to detail and color usage contribute positively to the immersive quality, though opinions vary on the effectiveness of the sound elements.
- “The attention to detail and the use of colors create an immersive atmosphere without being overwhelming.”
- “The visuals and soundtrack are great too, creating an engaging atmosphere that pulls you into the action.”
- “Absolutely stylish, creating a unique atmosphere that fully immerses you in the game's universe.”
- “The music and sound design are decent but could use significant improvement to elevate the atmosphere.”
- “Instead, there is just some weird ambient sound that constantly makes the game lack a real atmosphere, in my opinion.”
- “The music and sound design are decent but could use significant improvement to elevate the atmosphere.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is virtually nonexistent, with players noting a complete lack of plot and repetitive quests that contribute to a monotonous experience. While some indie titles have set a high standard for storytelling, this game falls short, offering little to engage players beyond its gameplay mechanics.
- “It's true that indie gems like Risk of Rain 2 have set a high bar for what small teams can achieve, but every success story starts somewhere.”
- “There is basically 0 story.”
- “Don't think I've yet to play a roguelite that has literally zero plot to it.”
- “The game gets repetitive fast, with the same type of quests popping up at every stage.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game offers a decent level of replayability through character variety and upgrade synergies, though some players feel it becomes too easy once optimal builds are achieved. While unlocking everything can extend playtime, the limited number of unlocks may hinder long-term gameplay variety. Despite its shorter length, many users find the replayability to be quite high.
- “It’s not the longest game, but the replayability is through the roof.”
- “Unlocking everything does take time, adding some replayability, but the game can feel too easy once you achieve a broken build.”
- “The upgrades have some fun and interesting synergies, but there don't appear to be enough unlocks to allow for a large amount of gameplay variety and replayability.”
- “The characters are fun to play with and provide a decent amount of variety in terms of gameplay and replayability.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game demonstrates solid stability on average hardware, running smoothly without significant performance issues. However, the cooperative mode is plagued by bugs, and resource sharing problems can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- “One big positive is that this game runs great on my average laptop and did not cost me a kidney.”
- “Co-op is just bad and buggy; also, the currencies don't share, so you end up having to 'fight' for resources.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the heavy reliance on advertisements for monetization, suggesting that funds could be better allocated towards improving game development instead.
- “Maybe instead of spamming advertisements everywhere, use that money to fund proper development.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not provide specific insights into character development, focusing instead on the game's challenge, smooth movement, and appealing level and character designs. As such, there is insufficient information to assess the character development aspect.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players' intense engagement with their builds, showcasing a deep connection to the mechanics and strategies that enhance their gameplay experience. This level of investment suggests that the game successfully evokes strong feelings of satisfaction and achievement through its complex systems.