Wolflord - Werewolf Online
- August 31, 2019
- LizardFactory
- 9h median play time
In "Wolflord - Online Werewolf," players must work together in small groups to uncover and defeat evil creatures threatening their city, while engaging in strategic deception and evaluation to root out any hidden evildoers among them. This modern take on the classic Mafia/Werewolf party game genre emphasis lies, careful speech, and teamwork to achieve victory. The game features multiplayer online intrigue matches with various evil creatures to overcome.
Reviews
- The game offers a wide variety of roles and customization options, making each game unique and engaging.
- The community is friendly and supportive, with active developer involvement and regular updates.
- The game has great potential as a social deduction game, with interesting mechanics and a fun atmosphere.
- The player base is extremely low, making it difficult to find games without organizing through Discord.
- The game is still in early access and suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues.
- Many players find the learning curve steep due to the large number of roles and rules, which can be overwhelming.
- graphics17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users describing them as average or "bad," while others praise the impressive artwork and design, particularly in the card visuals. The game's aesthetics and attention to detail are noted as strong points, although the 3D design and camera work could use improvement. Overall, while the graphics may not be intensive, they are considered better than those of similar games.
“Graphics looks way nicer (and darker) than its competitors.”
“The art within this game is also amazing; I generally really like all the artwork that was made for this game.”
“The graphics of the cards are very well made, and the role descriptions are clear and seem thoroughly tested.”
“Graphics are not good.”
“There are a lot of cheap looking typed functions that are counterproductive in its graphic visual presentation.”
“- the graphics are 'bad', but in my opinion, they're still better than the graphics of all other similar games that I've played.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Wolflord is characterized by its intriguing social dynamics, a variety of unique roles, and engaging mechanics that some players find more enjoyable than similar games like Town of Salem. However, it faces challenges due to a lack of players and some AI limitations, which can affect the overall experience. Despite these issues, the game is praised for its fun and innovative gameplay, especially during playtests.
“I like that it has a huge variety of cards and interesting game mechanics.”
“Amazing game, gameplay like Among Us but more fun!”
“Needs more players, but probably mechanically a better game.”
“The concept, mechanics, and overall gameplay is simple; but the game shines in its intriguing social aspects.”
“In terms of gameplay:”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, with standout main menu tracks that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the unique choices it offers, suggesting it could be a great addition to a Halloween party. The combination of sound effects and the announcer's voice further enriches the gameplay ambiance.
“Main menu music is dope.”
“I enjoy the aspect and the unique multiple choices of the game; the music provides a great atmosphere, and I can definitely see this being a great Halloween party game.”
“The sound is good, and the atmospheric music, along with the announcer's voice, adds to the overall experience.”
- stability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate ongoing updates and improvements that have made it largely bug-free, others report significant glitches such as desynchronization and visibility issues. Overall, the experience can be marred by persistent bugs, but the developer's commitment to fixing them is noted positively by some users.
“Amazing game, well worth the money! The game also comes with an amazing community. The developers have been updating and fixing bugs for a long time now, so the game is pretty much bug-free.”
“Fun game, but it has some glitches that need to be ironed out, such as being completely desynced, being invisible to other players, and being nominated every day without anyone nominating you, which carries over rounds. Everything else is pretty neat; I even joke about this being Town of Salem +.”
“Buggy, very buggy.”
“The bad thing is that it's buggy as hell.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its unique ambiance, enhanced by atmospheric music and sound effects that contribute to a dark and spooky experience. The art style and graphics also align well with the game's cult classic theme, making it an ideal choice for events like Halloween parties. Overall, the combination of sound and visual elements creates an engaging and immersive atmosphere.
“The sound is good and the atmospheric music, along with the announcer's voice, adds to the overall experience.”
“It has a great ambiance and atmosphere, very dark and spooky.”
“They honor the card's art style, sounds, atmosphere, and graphics that stay true to this cult classic card game.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story is centered around a town in need of salvation, featuring a diverse array of roles—evil, good, and chaotic—that allow for unique narratives with each deck. Players express hope that future updates will enhance the storytelling experience, making it a standout in the trading card game genre.
“We can only hope that after early access beta they make the adjustments needed to truly make Wolf Lord a great TCG translation and a fanatical success story.”
“There's a robust handful of evil, good, and chaotic roles to choose from, and the vast quantity of such roles offers new and interesting ways to create games, with each deck telling a different story of the town you're supposed to save.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, making it an ideal choice for groups of friends, as it offers numerous opportunities for outplays and hilarious moments.
“A perfect game for playing with a group that you are familiar with, with loads of potential for outplays and funny moments!”
“Funny game.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's monetization strategy is still developing, with users expressing hope for improved marketing and advertisement efforts. However, there is a positive sentiment regarding the developer's commitment to the project and their active efforts to grow the player community.
“The game is new, so I'll give it some time, but they really need to step up their monetization strategy.”
“The monetization model feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending money.”