Cute little game.
Reviews for "'Arcane Cereal Duel'"
Well that was pretty fun and challenging, also quite original and charmingly crafted...however...
When it ended, that was it. One battle. I really want to see complete games on here. Full campaigns. I'm tired of this piece-by-piece release mentality of late. Get it done, give us a plot (even if it's a silly pointless plot) and let us work through a story. Then I'd really be satisfied.
The only real functionality-based complaint I have for what we've got here, is that it was a little too static in its damage dealt/received & the like. No chance of a dud-shot, no chance of a dodge or block or deflecting a blast back at you. Would definitely be a fun way to mix it up.
Speaking of static, despite the lively visuals, the characters themselves are about the only thing moving at all. Maybe some moths & candles in the background, rain outside the window? The stars aren't even twinkling. These are all just suggestions as I'm sure it was already difficult to pull off as-is and was likely never intended to be a full-fledged project.
More than anything, it just makes me want to see more games from you, dude!
Butzbo responds:
Thanks for the review M0nk3!
As you mention this little web release was more of a test, began as a quick gamejam submission, playable but rough, which I improved a bit for a short experience.
That's a good detail for functionality, when I was adding a few last touches to the combat I added the possibility of critical hits, but a dodge chance does make a lot of sense aswell, it's the kind of 'surprise roll' that can bring a lot of excitement for this kind of tight rpg battles.
The good thing about working on a game of this kind is that there are a ton of possibilities for a more involved ambientation as the scenes are usually more static than in an action game,
so if/when I get to expand from this one I'd really like to focus heavily on details, I already got some ideas for this one ;)
wish there was more. in general.
Interesting concept, over too soon though
Good idea, good graphic but too short...