Dragon Fin Soup

1. ripmaster13

   Jan 20, 2016

   10

   This game is wonderful. Don't look at the negative reviews or even the mixed reviews. These people worked hard for this project. They putThis game is wonderful. Don't look at the negative reviews or even the mixed reviews. These people worked hard for this project. They put their heart and soul into it. I understand how painful it can be to give it your all and then people don't care or don't understand. They are totally 100% indie, they are totally for us and for the community of people in general. They are trying to do this all on their own without support from anywhere. Give them a chance and a go check it out. People work hard in this world and to get these types of responses is truly disgusting. If this game were truly awful and they hadn't tried at all, then these reviews would be correct. Just go check it out, it speaks for itself and check out their newsletter about updates and patches. These guys will continue to work for us! We need more people like this in the world! Go Grimm Bros!… Expand

   • 2 of 8 users found this helpful
2. JPoppaWUSC

   Jan 21, 2016

   9

   Grimm Bros deserves a huge round of applause for what they've put together with Dragon Fin Soup. It's a hugely ambitious project for an indieGrimm Bros deserves a huge round of applause for what they've put together with Dragon Fin Soup. It's a hugely ambitious project for an indie developer, and in their first game release, they've managed to serve up a flavorful mix of roguelike conventions, JRPG inspirations, and modern innovations. The wealth of content is staggering, even if the hardcore Souls-esque difficulty keeps casual players from being able to see or appreciate much of it. But like Demon's/Dark Souls, DFS offers a great sense of accomplishment and reward if you can brave its challenges. That's not to say DFS's initial launch was flawless, but Grimm Bros has more than made up for any hiccups with constant support and software patches. They really listen to the fans and are tirelessly making improvements to the game, despite it already being a rich experience as-is. Mainstreamers need not apply, though. DFS revels in deep combat mechanics and a unique set-your-own-pace blend of strategic turn-based and real time elements. It is also among very few games I've seen make intelligent use of its procedurally-generated maps, as the environments are much more nuanced than the repeating corridors you'd typically expect, and landmarks keep locations feeling familiar even amongst the randomness. There are also plenty of mini-games and side quests to fill your grind, and character/skill customization boasts tremendous depth. The visual style is slick, too, and it's refreshing to play a retro-inspired indie game that isn't made up of equally retro pixel art. The bottom line is, if you enjoy a challenge and understand what to expect in a roguelike RPG, Dragon Fin Soup is a must-play title on any platform, and despite its inspirations being well-worn territory since the 80s and 90s, Grimm Bros has still managed to bring some new ideas to the table. For that, we can afford an indie dev some patience and more dedicated fandom, especially since DFS is still one of the earliest crowdfunded game projects to deliver on promises with an actual release. Good work, guys!… Expand

   • 2 of 2 users found this helpful
4. UnannouncedG

   Nov 8, 2015

   9

   I friggin' love it!! totally addicted, the world looks awesome, the gameplay is cool, the crafting and stuff is cool. The NPC's are funny, andI friggin' love it!! totally addicted, the world looks awesome, the gameplay is cool, the crafting and stuff is cool. The NPC's are funny, and even though it's turn based it is still fast paced.
   so what that it's not an entirely new game concept.... how many games re really original today?
   
   My only negative point is that some things could have been explained a bit better, like power crystals...
   I got a ton of em, but what can you do with them?? well anyway
   
   good game!!… Expand

   • 3 of 7 users found this helpful
5. rodericrinehart

   Nov 8, 2015

   1

   This game is terrible. As a Kickstarter backer, I am extremely disappointed in how it turned out. It lacks anything that would make me want toThis game is terrible. As a Kickstarter backer, I am extremely disappointed in how it turned out. It lacks anything that would make me want to keep playing it. I wouldn't even waste the bandwidth or hard drive space downloading it for free on PlayStation Plus. This is not worth your time.… Expand

   • 6 of 9 users found this helpful
6. rileykard

   Jul 24, 2019

   0

   The game is a mess, simply unplayable. Bugs everywhere, crashs all the time, impossible to get the Platinum Trophy and even if for someThe game is a mess, simply unplayable. Bugs everywhere, crashs all the time, impossible to get the Platinum Trophy and even if for some miracle you're able to play, is just a mediocre game overall.… Expand

   • 0 of 0 users found this helpful
7. Nel

   Mar 22, 2017

   0

   clunky big mess, and confusing. Those are the words that describe this game the best. It's a big disaster, the controls are just dreadful, andclunky big mess, and confusing. Those are the words that describe this game the best. It's a big disaster, the controls are just dreadful, and the overall experience is just horrendous.… Expand

   • 1 of 1 users found this helpful
8. mdelolmo

   Aug 9, 2016

   0

   I think this is the first time I review a game with 0.
   This game definitely deserves it. I know it comes from an indie developer and so, lowI think this is the first time I review a game with 0.
   This game definitely deserves it. I know it comes from an indie developer and so, low budget, etc, etc.
   Well, that is not an excuse to release and make people pay for that piece of crap.
   
   I guess the worst is that is by very very far the buggiest game I have ever seen. That is simply objective. I can't believe the game's publishers finished the game and didn't see some of these bugs. Did they actually play before the game?
   
   The UI and controls are simply horrible. Probably the UX is a bit better with a mouse and a keyboard, but once more, if you can't release a decent product, don't do it.
   
   The graphics assets (weapons, NPC, enemies, decoration) might appeal some people because of the retro feeling, but they don't appeal me. I find them rather lame, considering the 90s are long gone.… Expand

   • 2 of 3 users found this helpful

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