Wickland
- February 6, 2015
- Mad Ram Software
Get on Steam"Wickland is an indie arena shooter that combines classic FPS gameplay with fantasy elements, allowing players to morph into different beasts with unique abilities. The objective is to defeat opponents by killing their beasts in 1vs1 or FFA Deathmatch modes, across six themed arena maps. With community-supported tournaments, offline practice against bots, and spectator mode, Wickland offers a complete package for PC gamers."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Wickland offers a unique twist on the arena shooter genre by allowing players to transform into different beasts, each with their own abilities, which adds depth to the gameplay.
- The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Quake and Unreal Tournament, with smooth controls and enjoyable fast-paced action.
- At its low price point, Wickland provides decent entertainment value, especially for those who enjoy playing against bots in practice mode.
- The game suffers from a lack of players and dead servers, making the multiplayer experience virtually non-existent and leaving players to rely solely on bot matches.
- There are significant limitations in features, such as the absence of LAN support, server creation options, and a lack of customization for gameplay settings.
- Despite its interesting concept, the game feels unfinished and lacks the content and community support necessary to sustain long-term enjoyment.
- gameplay20 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by smooth mechanics and a unique character-switching feature, allowing players to cycle through different beasts, which adds a fun twist to the traditional arena FPS experience. However, the lack of a robust online community and server issues significantly detract from the overall enjoyment, leaving players primarily to engage with bots. While the fast-paced action is appealing, many reviewers note that the gameplay feels unbalanced and unpolished, with a hope for future updates to enhance the experience.
“The gameplay is very smooth; however, if there were servers and a larger community, I think this would be a very enjoyable game.”
“Gameplay is unique in that the player switches between different types of beasts.”
“A true old school style arena FPS, with an extremely good twist on the original duel gameplay!”
“Unfortunately, when it comes to arena FPS games, the online gameplay is 70% of the experience.”
“Meaning the only form of gameplay is bots.”
“But they didn't pull it off with the gameplay.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them decent but outdated, reminiscent of older titles like kkrieger and Quake. While the visuals are generally considered acceptable, they lack depth and variety, and many users express a desire for more graphic settings and effects. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a step up from similar titles, but they may not meet the high expectations set by promotional materials.
“It's just like Quake Live but with better graphics.”
“A mix of Quake 3 Arena, Unreal Tournament, Hexen, and Heretic, you get this game. The graphics are good and the game is fast; it feels like a mod instead of a full game, but it's worth trying.”
“The visuals aren't too shabby, and since it's running on Unreal Engine 3, it runs on almost any setup (laptop with an Intel 4400 here).”
“The maps have a boring grey-brown art style which reminds me of kkrieger.”
“The graphics are a little old, and there is no single player mode.”
“The only positive thing I can say to remain unbiased is the graphics are okay but get old easily.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing, especially in offline play. However, some users note a lack of unique or skill-based achievements that contribute to the comedic experience. Overall, the game delivers a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere.
“Really funny game haha, I love it.”
“Funny game if you are expecting to play offline.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and relaxing qualities, providing a soothing backdrop that enhances the overall experience. However, some users feel that the absence of music in certain parts detracts from the immersion.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“And there is no music.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as a moral lesson about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, though some users criticize it for lacking depth and originality, describing it as repetitive and unengaging.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“No story, repetitive combat, stupid classes... but it has cards.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively demanding, with achievements requiring an unrealistic number of kills, such as 10,000, which are now flagged as removed on tracking sites. This necessitates extensive planning and hours of repetitive gameplay, leading to frustration among users.
“It had insanely grindy achievements, like 10,000 kills, which are locked and flagged as removed on the tracking sites.”
“Which is impossible without hours of planning and grinding.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players feeling misled by the presence of a multiplayer option that ultimately serves no function, detracting from the overall experience.
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is noted for its cool designs, particularly for monsters, and the unique mechanic of cycling through different characters, which primarily serve as varied player skins and weapons. However, the overall gameplay experience is criticized for its lack of accuracy, detracting from the depth of character development.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report excellent stability, noting that the game runs smoothly without any lags or crashes, often comparing its performance favorably to other titles like Quake.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that it fails to deliver quality gameplay reminiscent of classic titles like Quake or Unreal Tournament. Many suggest that even at a heavily discounted price, the game does not offer sufficient value compared to better alternatives.
“This game feels like a sad attempt at cashing in on nostalgia without delivering any real substance. It's just eye candy designed to extract money from players.”
“The monetization strategy is frustrating; it seems like the developers are more interested in making a quick buck than providing a quality gaming experience.”
“It's disappointing to see a game that could have been great reduced to a cash grab, with overpriced items that don't enhance the gameplay.”
