You Died but a Necromancer revived you

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You Died ... but a Necromancer revived you! Reaching the top is no easy feat: The pathways are narrow, full of traps and on top of that, the floor will start exploding behind you if you take too long!

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is addictive and offers a fair challenge, with a variety of difficulty settings and customization options to suit different player preferences.
It's great for short play sessions, making it perfect for quick gaming bursts, and the multiplayer modes add to the fun.

The game can feel repetitive due to its reliance on randomized level designs and similar layouts, which may lead to a lack of variety over time.
Some players may find the hitbox mechanics inconsistent, leading to frustrating deaths that feel unfair.
The main story mode is relatively short, and the lack of leaderboards for the endless mode diminishes its replay value.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of randomness and memorization, particularly in the final floors, which can lead to repetitive cycles of dying and replaying. While the mechanics are simple and the game offers various difficulty options, the reliance on random chance can hinder mastery and create a frustrating experience. However, many players appreciate its accessibility for short play sessions and find the overall experience enjoyable, especially with its appealing art direction.
- “There are also quite a lot of custom options for you to make the gameplay easier - or harder - for you.”
- “I find it great as a coffee-break game, since you can launch and play any mode for 5-10 minutes and feel like you got a pretty good gameplay experience out of it.”
- “The final set of floors is the most straightforward embodiment of random chance-based gameplay the game has to offer.”
- “The very final floor with the final confrontation is absolutely just die over and over again, replaying the previous floors every single time you die to a hazard you need to memorize the response to in order to survive; this requires you to die multiple times to learn the mechanics and thus replay the previous floors numerous times.”
- “It's incredibly short, but it's padded out by its teetering difficulty to a tremendous degree. Even on my first attempt, I still beat it in under 30 minutes. Using difficulty to make a game arbitrarily longer is just lame, especially since this tactic is taken even further by making it randomized, which guarantees you never really get a complete feel for the gameplay. There's just this static cap for getting better at things; it takes a WarioWare approach of having to scan everything quickly while being under a time limit for every level, but it just puts a bandage on a fundamentally flawed choice of game design to make it feel harder than it is.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The music in the game is highly praised for its catchy and fun soundtrack, featuring a high-intensity retro arcade feel that complements the gameplay. Reviewers appreciate how the engaging OST enhances the overall experience, making it addictive and enjoyable even during challenging moments.
- “Love the game, love the soundtrack.”
- “Very fun and addictive, with a unique style and a nice OST to go with it.”
- “Totally recommended and the music is very catchy.”
- “Music is pretty high intensity with that retro arcade feel.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game features a variety of characters, each with unique backstories and charming artwork, enhancing the narrative experience. While the story mode is engaging, some players find it a bit short, though there are additional challenges and characters to unlock for extended gameplay. The option to play cooperatively or in versus mode adds to the overall enjoyment of the story.
- “You can select from a bunch of different characters, each with their own little backstory in the manual, complete with cute art to accompany the blurbs about them all.”
- “My only complaint: maybe a little bit short (for the story mode at least), but I'm still at the final boss, so maybe I got stuck here for a few hours more.”
- “My only complaint: maybe a little bit short (for the story mode at least) but I'm still at the final boss, so maybe I got stuck here for a few hours more.”
- “You can select from a bunch of different characters, each with their own little backstory in the manual - complete with cute art to accompany the blurbs about them all.”
- “You can play the story mode in co-op or challenge your friends in versus mode.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are characterized by an adorable art style that enhances the gameplay experience, complemented by ever-changing levels and a fun soundtrack, which together prevent frustration even during challenging moments.
- “The ever-changing levels, the fun soundtrack, and the adorable art style make it impossible to get frustrated.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its ability to elicit laughter even in moments of failure, thanks to its quirky bosses and engaging arcade action. Players appreciate the combination of random levels, charming pixel art, and a variety of unlockable characters that enhance the comedic experience.
- “I found myself laughing a lot each time I died, in fact!”
- “Good arcade action, random levels, funny bosses, glorious pixel art, and tons of characters and achievements to unlock.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Players note that the main source of replayability in single-player mode stems from pursuing achievements, suggesting that the addition of a leaderboard could enhance its appeal as a replayable arcade experience.
- “Adding a leaderboard to this would make it much more appealing as a replayable arcade game.”
- “For single-player players, I think most of the replay value for the main mode comes from the achievements in the game.”
- “The game lacks significant changes in different playthroughs, making it feel repetitive after the first run.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to go back and play again.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game enhances its arcade and party atmosphere by offering a variety of customizable backgrounds, utilizing the square display to create a vibrant and engaging visual experience.
- “The game offers a vibrant arcade/party atmosphere with a variety of backgrounds to choose from, enhancing the visual experience on the square display.”
- “The immersive atmosphere is complemented by the dynamic backgrounds, making each game session feel unique and engaging.”
- “The colorful and lively environments contribute significantly to the overall atmosphere, creating an exciting and enjoyable gaming experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight that while the levels and traps are visually appealing, the standout feature is the impressive character design, indicating a strong focus on character development.
- “The levels look nice, the traps look good, but it’s really the character design that’s impressive.”