Mana Spark

 Switch
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. The Indie Game Website
    Jan 13, 2019
    80
    For the most part the combat is decent, allowing you to dash around and fire with the reticle. Although, sometimes the aim can be a bit loose and an immediate, unnecessary difficulty jump does little to quell the issue. If you want a fun roguelite, though, look no further (once you get through that long list, that is.)
  2. FNintendo
    Apr 2, 2019
    70
    Mana Spark deserves to be treated as more than "just" an indie game. Its combats and tactical RPG elements, as well as its very alluring pixel art style and tough difficulty level put it on a threshold that will make veteran players feel the right amount of challenge, while perhaps alienating some of those who are less experienced. A game that will be appreciated by all those who enjoy a good challenge.
  3. Nintendo Life
    Dec 21, 2018
    70
    Would it be fair to call this game Titan Souls Lite? How much does the phrase “twin-stick shooter dungeon roguelike” intrigue you? Honestly, the price is probably a fair bet for providing several hours of solid, challenging combat mechanics. Just beware that the drip-feed progression can feel grindy, even for a shorter game – and that choice of camera takes something away from the whole experience, in this reviewer's opinion. Mana Spark is a game that shines brightly in certain areas, enough to perhaps hide the shortcomings it has as well.
  5. Switch Player
    Feb 28, 2020
    60
    If you don’t mind plenty of death and repetition, with some unfair-seeming failures, Mana Spark can offer an engrossing adventure in which, with patience, you can craft your character and battle your way to victory.
  6. Nintenderos
    Jan 11, 2019
    60
    Although it has slow loading times and a difficult targeting system, Mana Spark is a good roguelike with a Souls-style difficulty where enemies will collaborate to defeat you.

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User Score
6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 52 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 52
  3. Negative: 13 out of 52
  1. x519MaLoNeYx
    Jan 6, 2020
    7
    Awesome game! It’s a procedurally generated type game where you kill enemies and gain coins etc. You can unlock different characters for yourAwesome game! It’s a procedurally generated type game where you kill enemies and gain coins etc. You can unlock different characters for your camp like a weapons guy and potions guy etc. Very very fun and well made game!… Full Review »
  2. JokeAlexJank
    Jun 5, 2019
    0
    Tired to play the game but with no direction I have no Idea what your doing. Lacks any sort of charm in its character design, the levels areTired to play the game but with no direction I have no Idea what your doing. Lacks any sort of charm in its character design, the levels are small spammy and I cant gain any sense of progression because despite how short the levels are the character progression is nearly non existent. I love these kind of games but this one is by far the worst, a better one I can suggest is Sundered by Thunderlotus Games.… Full Review »
  3. Kacek1996
    Jul 1, 2020
    7
    At first, I was truly sceptical about this game. Another roguelike, that is often on a sale and has pixel art? Nonetheless, I've still boughtAt first, I was truly sceptical about this game. Another roguelike, that is often on a sale and has pixel art? Nonetheless, I've still bought it (at the sale xD) and I'm glad that I did it. Pixel art is really minimalistic, but it works a lot. It's not hard to understand the items just by their art. Also, there is quite the diversity in the enemy pool as well as the upgrade pool. Soundtrack ain't the reason to play this game, but controls and the feeling of progress are. So far I've not reached the end of this game, but I can see myself playing it a lot. I often start my gaming sessions with Mana Spark, it's a good game to warm up and think what full fledged game should I play today (apart from never ending roguelike games). It can be challenging, but it's possible to feel your own growth in the game with each run. At the times I have a gaming dilemma what should I play, I will probably run Mana Spark, to get the session started!… Full Review »
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