We Slay Monsters

About

We Slay Monsters is a roguelike RPG with a unique poker-inspired card-based combat system. You're in charge of rebuilding the Academy For Dungeoneering, using gold from successful quests to upgrade your persistent base. Each class has a unique deck of cards, and dungeons are designed for short play sessions of 15-25 minutes. Heroes may perish, but the Academy remains.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+13

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The poker-based combat system is unique and adds an interesting strategic element to the gameplay.
The game features cute graphics and humorous sound effects, making it enjoyable for casual players.
There are unlockable classes and special powers, providing variety and replayability despite the game's simplicity.

Combat can be repetitive and lacks depth, often requiring little strategic thinking.
The game has been reported to crash frequently, leading to frustrating experiences for players.
Some players find the game too easy and lacking in challenge, which may not appeal to those seeking a more difficult roguelike experience.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "we slay monsters" features a unique poker-based card combat system that adds depth and variety to the roguelike experience, complemented by cute graphics and solid mechanics. Players appreciate the addictive nature and replayability of the game, although some mechanics are still being refined. Overall, the straightforward yet engaging gameplay makes it a recommended choice for roguelike fans.
- “It is very addictive and the poker hands to cast spells is very unique and an awesome game mechanic.”
- “The poker-like mechanics make the game nifty and it lets you choose different play styles.”
- “The fighting mechanic is neat and makes the experience different.”
- “For combat, it's done with poker-like mechanics.”
- “Some of the mechanics aren't perfect yet, but I have high hopes for this game.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is characterized by its humor, clever puns, and unexpected plot twists, creating an engaging and lighthearted experience. Players appreciate the quirky characters and amusing sound effects, which contribute to a cheerful atmosphere. The narrative is complemented by a unique procedural generation mechanic that allows players to learn from their failures in a consistent dungeon layout.
- “The story is funny and it has a lot of puns, even in the achievements.”
- “It also has some really unexpected plot twists!”
- “I foolishly farmed secondary quests in order to get my new recruits totally prepared for the main quests, expending tons of gold leveling their skills.”
- “At first sight, I thought the game didn't have procedural generation, but this is how it actually works: the levels are procedurally generated, but if you die, the next run in a mission will be on the exact same dungeon.”
- “Right from reading the silly opening story to encountering the goofy characters, and then the funny sound effects, it's proving to be such a cheery romp it just might become a treasured gem in my library for beating the winter doldrums.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its charming graphics, amusing sound effects, and a humorous storyline filled with puns and goofy characters. Reviewers find the humor to be light-hearted and enjoyable, contributing to an overall fun experience that brightens the mood without being overbearing.
- “The story is funny and it has a lot of puns, even in the achievements.”
- “Right from reading the silly opening story to encountering the goofy characters, and then the funny sound effects, it's proving to be such a cheery romp it just might become a treasured gem in my library for beating the winter doldrums.”
- “The art is hilarious and the game is fun.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features cute graphics and humorous sound effects, though its art style may not resonate with all players. Overall, the visuals are well-received, with no bugs reported, enhancing the straightforward gameplay experience, making it a worthwhile choice for roguelike enthusiasts.
- “It has cute graphics and funny sound effects.”
- “Cute graphics, no bugs found yet and straightforward gameplay, and a great price make this a must-have for any fans of roguelikes.”
- “The art style may not appeal to everyone.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it lacking after completing it, others appreciate the abundance of content and engaging mechanics that encourage continued play. The low price point and addictive gameplay contribute to its replay value, making it appealing for those seeking more dungeon-crawling experiences.
- “But it's also still very cheap, has a ton of content and replayability, has that 'just one more dungeon' factor that really keeps you playing, and is still made by a totally rad dev who deserves your support.”
- “Interesting combat mechanics as well as it seeming to be pretty replayable thus far.”
- “I actually beat it and was hoping for more replayability after it, but no such luck.”
- “Interesting combat mechanics, but it seems to be pretty replayable thus far.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its stability issues, being described as buggy; however, some users find a certain charm in these imperfections.
- “It's buggy, but has a certain charm.”
- “Buggy, but with a certain amount of charm.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game has been criticized for being repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience and can lead to player fatigue.
- “The music is incredibly repetitive.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be quite monotonous.”
- “The background music lacks variety and quickly becomes tiresome.”