Wolf's Gang

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Wolf's Gang is a single player role playing game with fantasy and warfare themes. It was developed by Caz and was released on August 20, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

This is a sample game created in RPG Maker MZ by Caz. As a monster, build up your army to take revenge on the heroes in this classic Fantasy RPG.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 99 reviews

story16 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Wolf's Gang offers a charming and unique perspective by allowing players to control monsters instead of traditional heroes, providing a refreshing twist on RPG narratives.
The game features engaging mechanics such as base building and army management, which add depth to the gameplay despite its short length.
As a free RPG Maker game, it showcases impressive technical skills and creativity, making it a worthwhile experience for both casual players and RPG Maker enthusiasts.

The combat system is criticized for being timer-based, which can lead to confusion and a lack of strategic depth during battles.
Many players noted the game's short length and lack of content, with some feeling that the story and character development were underwhelming and could have been more fleshed out.
There are several quality of life issues, such as slow movement and repetitive gameplay, which detract from the overall experience and make it feel less polished.

story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
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The game's story is generally described as simple and basic, with many reviewers noting a lack of depth and dialogue after the initial setup. While some find the premise engaging and appreciate the charming elements, others feel it falls short of being grand or satisfying, often wishing for more content and complexity. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable but not particularly memorable, serving primarily as a backdrop to the gameplay.
- “The game is fun to play, the story is great and the gameplay soundtrack is nice and peaceful.”
- “The story is very cute and charming, the game is well designed, and the music is really nice.”
- “The storyline is pretty decent (basic but decent for a 3-5 hour game) and I really enjoyed it.”
- “The story premise is fine, although I find it's bare-bones since there's little story/dialogue after the opening.”
- “There also seems to be a lack of story, which is a shame as the bits we do get seem like they could be quite engaging, but nothing comes of it more than the structural basics.”
- “There wasn't much to offer for it; the game's story was rather quick, and I got to the end before I even noticed.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique base-building mechanic and a straightforward combat system, allowing players to recruit allies and complete the game in under two hours. While the fighting mechanics are considered lackluster and the story is somewhat generic, the engaging building elements and easy controls provide a fun and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game offers a fresh take on RPG Maker conventions, though some players feel it could have explored its mechanics more deeply.
- “I like the made-up mechanic of recruiting people and building a base like that, and the game can actually be finished in less than an hour if you want to.”
- “Although it's simple and fast, it sure is fun to play; I personally like the fighting mechanic.”
- “The gameplay is engaging; I love the setting up your own quarters style sort of game, giving the character a choice of what they want to do is something that isn't really offered in RPG Maker games, so it makes the game really feel sort of free to roam and do stuff.”
- “Its... decent, for its size, likely clocking in a little under two hours for gameplay without grinding (I grinded for a bit, trying to complete the repairs to the tower, before deciding to charge the final boss, likely pushing me over the two-hour mark).”
- “The tower repair is the biggest concept that is used, and the siege mechanic is used in only one scene, screaming to me wasted potential (perhaps on purpose, to encourage users of the current generation of RPG Maker to expand on it).”
- “Combat is very lackluster, but the custom mechanics around building your base and army are intriguing.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
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The music in the game is generally praised for its soothing and peaceful quality, enhancing the overall experience. While some players find certain battle themes less appealing, the soundtrack is often described as charming and well-composed, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music is a highlight for many, adding depth to the gameplay and story.
- “The game is fun to play, the story is great, and the gameplay soundtrack is nice and peaceful.”
- “The soundtrack in the game is very soothing and amazing to listen to.”
- “The story is very cute and charming, the game is well designed, and the music is really nice.”
- “The story is fine, but the battle mode, the music, and the sounds just aren't meant for me.”
- “Well, it's obviously about the most famous classical music composer, Wolfgang Mozart... okay, I made that part up.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
28%
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The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with users appreciating the cute visuals and decent map layouts, despite some noting the lack of movement and small size. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun experience, even if they are not groundbreaking.
- “Graphically, I love it; the story is short but okay.”
- “The graphics are really nice.”
- “Graphics look super cute and the character dialog is funny.”
- “The graphics have basically no movement and just attack visuals.”
- “I'm not too familiar with the graphical assets of RPG Maker MZ, but what is presented in the maps and layout of the game is decently done.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it enjoyable and manageable, others view it as tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the lack of engaging content and the simplistic battle system. The game offers limited exploration opportunities, with many areas providing only one-time pickups, leading to a reliance on grinding to upgrade characters and progress. Overall, grinding is seen as a necessary but monotonous part of the experience.
- “Exploring the game is quick, but there is not much to see and no reason to explore an area as there are a lot of one-time-only pickups. You'll only come back to grind out items in a boring battle system just to tediously upgrade your army or allies' stats.”
- “Getting further would require going back and doing a lot of grinding.”
- “It's decent for its size, likely clocking in a little under two hours for gameplay without grinding. I grinded for a bit, trying to complete the repairs to the tower, before deciding to charge the final boss, likely pushing me over the two-hour mark.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its unique and wholesome storytelling, which evokes strong feelings, particularly towards the end. Players report experiencing a mix of emotions, from sadness to warmth, enhanced by fitting sound design, making it a memorable and impactful RPG experience despite its short duration.
- “But revenge may not be all it is cut out to be... the end almost made me cry.”
- “Story makes me emotional.”
- “Sound makes me emotional and fits right in.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-received, with players noting that it elicits genuine laughter through witty character dialogue and a refreshing take on the hero's journey. The combination of cute graphics and amusing interactions contributes to an overall fun experience.
- “The main character was pretty cool, and the humor wasn't bad; it even made me laugh out loud a few times.”
- “Graphics look super cute, and the character dialogue is funny.”
- “This was a refreshing change from heroes fighting monsters, and it was often quite funny.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has been criticized for feeling rushed and unrealistic, particularly in the ending, which some reviewers found clichéd and unearned.
- “I would only criticize the ending for being too cliché and unearned; inserting character development in a matter of minutes is simply not realistic.”
- “The character development felt rushed and superficial, leaving me unsatisfied with their growth throughout the game.”
- “I found the characters to be one-dimensional, and their development lacked depth, making it hard to connect with them.”