Dragon Fin Soup

 PlayStation 4
User Score
4.7

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 43 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 43
  3. Negative: 22 out of 43

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. 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 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 casualGrimm 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. 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, 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    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, 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. 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 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 doThis 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

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
tbd

No score yet - based on 3 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. Multiplayer.it
    Nov 17, 2015
    65
    Dragon Fin Soup is a challenging title, definitely not suitable for every audience. The large amount of things to do , however, is partly compromised by procedural mechanics of both missions and landscapes and a poor user interface. The result is a quite boring experience, especially in the long term.
    Read full review
  2. Vandal
    Nov 9, 2015
    70
    If you like roguelikes, then this game is worth a try. The problem is that it might not be the best option for players new to the genre nor for veterans. But if you're somewhere in between, it can be a good choice.
    Read full review
  3. 3DJuegos
    Nov 9, 2015
    70
    If not outstanding, at least Dragon Fin Soup tries to offer a varied gameplay mechanics and a captivated atmosphere. Some hiccups harm the experience, though.
    Read full review