World Seed Classic

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World Seed Classic is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Kortes and was released on February 28, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"World Seed Classic" is a nostalgic, retro-style game with 1vs1 combat and a square grid world map. It was previously known as "World Seed" and served as a precursor to the new World Seed. This classic version lacks features such as a hexagon world map, infinite worlds, visual and mechanical combat improvements, DFC- and gearscore-levels, and tier perks.

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Role Playing

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience with a strong sense of exploration and character progression.
The developer is highly active and responsive to community feedback, fostering a supportive and helpful player environment.
The game features a unique blend of simplicity and complexity, allowing for various character builds and strategies.

Combat can feel repetitive and lacks engaging visual and sound feedback, making fights less exciting.
The game suffers from bugs and client issues, including freezing and login problems, which can disrupt gameplay.
The RNG elements in combat and resource gathering can be frustrating, leading to a feeling of randomness rather than skill-based outcomes.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The gameplay is characterized by a deep and engaging turn-based RPG strategy system that encourages careful planning and min/maxing, with various elemental defenses adding complexity to combat. Players appreciate the active developer engagement and the potential for future content, such as new mechanics and biomes, although the current lack of interactive dialogue choices is noted as a drawback. Overall, the game offers addictive gameplay that keeps players hooked for hours, making it a strong recommendation for RPG enthusiasts.
- “Surprisingly deep and extremely addictive gameplay.”
- “World Seed is the amazing turn-based RPG strategy game of mechanics, grinding, and min/maxing that we've all been waiting for!”
- “This game has potential for more gameplay mechanics, and of course new biomes and creatures, gear. I do hope there could be some interactive dialogue choices in the future which could open up a storyline of some sort, which is what is lacking here.”
- “This mechanic creates a sense of fear, knowing that if you die you'll lose your hard-earned gear that may have taken you several hours to make; and so discourages reckless behavior on behalf of the player.”
- “There are various elemental defenses and effects to be aware of, so for example, if you made a dodge build, you would want to be wary of fighting water creatures since they can bypass dodge mechanics.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
23%
The game's story is considered minimal and underdeveloped, primarily serving as a backdrop for player growth and exploration rather than a central focus. While there are quests and a basic narrative framework, players express a desire for more interactive dialogue choices and richer storytelling elements. Overall, the gameplay mechanics and resource gathering take precedence over the narrative experience.
- “This game has potential for more gameplay mechanics and of course new biomes and creatures, gear, and I do hope there could be some interactive dialogue choices in the future which could open up a storyline of some sort, which is what is lacking here.”
- “There is a story, but it's barebones; the main thing is your own growth and adventure.”
- “I honestly recommend this to anyone who enjoys RPGs in general, for the gameplay, rather than as a story mechanism.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of "World Seed" is a double-edged sword; while it offers a deep and engaging experience for players who enjoy mechanics and min/maxing, it can also feel excessively grindy and money-hungry. Many users find it perfect for passing time, easily losing hours to the grind, but those seeking more action may find it less appealing.
- “The game can be grindy, but it's perfect for killing time.”
- “It is so easy to spend 3+ hours simply grinding away with only your mouse.”
- “If you don't like grinding and want action, this may not be your thing.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report frequent stability issues, including occasional freezes of the Steam client and bugs within the game that often require restarts. While these problems are manageable with relogs, they detract from the overall experience.
- “The game is quite buggy, and I often need to restart.”
- “The Steam client freezes every now and then, but I just relog and keep going.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, making players feel instantly connected and engaged within the game world.
- “Has an incredible atmosphere where you instantly feel part of it.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized for its low price, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience that highlights its elegant simplicity.
- “For the low price, you get a pretty good experience; the game runs smoothly and is elegant in its simplicity.”