Info about RUNGORE:

Official game description:
Have you ever dreamt about a world where you don't need to follow arbitrary rules of your favorite card game? Like, making turns, or use a finite amount of manaenergyAP or whatever. If you answered "yes" then I have a treat for you :)
RUNGORE is heavily inspired by Slay The Spire and Loop Hero. It takes all the good parts from those games and smashes them together until they stick.
FEATURES:
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*   _Idle battles._ Your hero and enemies act simultaneously, so timing your moves will be crucial in many situations. Being able to strategize is cool and all, but can you do it quickly?
*   _Non restricted card-play._ Have you ever wanted to play 100 cards during one encounter? Well, now you can. Have fun ^-^
*   _Randomized journey._ The game is devided into levels, but you will encounter different events, get different gear, artifacts and potions that will make every run unique
*   _Psychopathic tutorial guide_
Full version of RUNGORE comes with:
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*   13 unique playable heroes
*   15 levels
*   350+ unique cards
*   100+ different enemies
*   120+ unique events
*   120+ different artifacts
*   30+ bosses
*   new game+. A challenge for true chads
*   17 languages localization

Release date: May 16, 2024

Categories: Deckbuilding, Roguelike, Card-based Gameplay, Auto-battler, Real-time Combat, Procedural Generation, Character Progression, New Game+

Feature scans:
- Proton/Linux: score 15; verdict: Works Well; summary: The game generally runs well on Steam Deck with minor performance issues reported by some users. The overall compatibility with Proton/Linux is positive.
- Steam Deck: score 55; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The Steam Deck experience for this game is marred by significant stability issues, including crashes, lag, and stuttering. Additionally, there are notable problems with controller support and UI bugs. However, some users find the game enjoyable and suitable for on-the-go play.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $5.00 - $10.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that the community generally finds the game worth purchasing when it is on sale or at a discounted price. Several reviews mention that the game is not worth the full price of $14.99 but is enjoyable when bought at a lower price, typically around $5. This indicates that the community considers a fair price range to be significantly lower than the current base price.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 17.5h
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 0.3h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provided gives direct and indirect indications of playtime metrics. The first two quotes suggest that each session or run typically lasts between 10 to 20 minutes. The third and fourth quotes provide insights into the total playtime required for game completion, ranging from 15 to 20 hours. There is no specific evidence provided for story completion or endgame playtime, so those fields are marked as null.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game is initially fun and engaging, particularly in single-player mode, but becomes less enjoyable over time due to increasing difficulty, unclear progression, and technical issues in cooperative play.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Initial few hours or stages
  - Time to anchor: 1h 0m
  - Friction: Difficulty spikes after initial stages; Lack of clear progression guidance; Technical issues in cooperative mode
  - Unlock drivers: Engaging single-player experience; Addictive gameplay loop
  - Conditions: Playing in single-player mode; Enjoying fast-paced and strategic gameplay
- Player Archetypes:
  - Chaos-Embracing Speedrunner (sale)
    - Motivation: Dynamic and chaotic gameplay.
    - Playstyle: Fast-paced, enjoys variety and absurd events.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: card game enthusiast; rogue-like fan
    - Reference games: Slay the Spire; Hotline Miami
  - Value-Conscious Bargain Hunter (deep sale)
    - Motivation: Getting the best value for money.
    - Playstyle: Casual, price-sensitive.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: deep sale
    - Labels: bargain hunter; value-conscious gamer
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Co-op Focused Gamer (no buy)
    - Motivation: Enjoying multiplayer or co-op gameplay.
    - Playstyle: Cooperative, social.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: co-op enthusiast; multiplayer fan
    - Reference games: N/A


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Fast and fun gameplay (weight 0.44): The gameplay is frequently described as fast-paced, chaotic, and enjoyable. Players find it addictive and engaging, with a combat system that keeps them entertained.
- Engaging and addictive gameplay (weight 0.42): The gameplay is described as engaging, addictive, and challenging. Players find it strategic and exciting, with an enjoyable storyline.
- Unique roguelike mechanics (weight 0.33): The game is noted for its unique take on the roguelike genre, particularly in its blend of card game mechanics and real-time battles. Players find it interesting and one of the best in its category.
- High-quality pixel art (weight 0.29): The game features a pixel art style that is highly praised for its quality and uniqueness. Players appreciate the bold, animated, and sometimes cartoonish graphics.
- Unique characters and abilities (weight 0.24): Players appreciate the variety of unique characters, each with different skills, abilities, and playstyles. This adds to the game's replayability and depth.
- Unique and interesting enemies (weight 0.17): The game features a variety of enemies and bosses, each with unique abilities and designs. Players find these encounters fun and intense.
- Great soundtrack (weight 0.14): The game's music and soundtrack are highly praised by players. They find the tunes excellent and enjoyable.
- Worth the price (weight 0.11): Many players feel that the game offers great value for money and is worth the full price. This sentiment is echoed by several reviews.
- Unique and ambitious game (weight 0.09): The game is noted for its unique and ambitious gameplay mechanics. Players find the game idea interesting and enjoyable.

Common complaints:
- Game crashes and bugs (weight 0.3): The game frequently crashes and has various bugs, including issues with the starting screen and freezing.
- Frustrating randomness (weight 0.21): The game's reliance on randomness can be frustrating for players, as it often feels unpredictable and unfair.
- Chaotic and difficult gameplay (weight 0.19): The gameplay is described as chaotic and overly difficult, which can be tough for players to manage.
- Poor UI and graphics (weight 0.16): The game suffers from poor UI design, confusing layouts, and subpar graphics. These issues significantly detract from the user experience.
- Gameplay and mechanics issues (weight 0.14): Players report various gameplay issues, including unbalanced mechanics and problems that make the game unplayable at times.
- Unbalanced and unfair (weight 0.11): The game is described as unbalanced and unfair, with wildly punishing enemies and event outcomes.
- Character issues and imbalance (weight 0.11): Players report issues with character usage and balance, including sudden character death and imbalance.
- Unclear choices and mechanics (weight 0.11): Players report unclear choices and hidden mechanics, which can be confusing and frustrating.
- Broken co-op mode (weight 0.09): The cooperative mode is described as broken and poorly implemented, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- Lack of optimization and achievements (weight 0.09): The game lacks optimization, resulting in performance issues. Additionally, there is a notable absence of achievements, which affects player engagement.
- Progress loss and save issues (weight 0.07): Players experience lost progress and save file corruption, which is a significant issue affecting their ability to enjoy the game.
- Lack of content (weight 0.06): Players feel that the game is unfinished and lacks sufficient content, leading to a less satisfying experience.
- Massive difficulty spikes (weight 0.06): The game has massive difficulty spikes, making it unbalanced and challenging for players.
- Lack of strategic elements (weight 0.06): The game lacks cohesive strategy and strategic elements, making it less engaging for players who enjoy tactical gameplay.
- Unclear battle outcomes (weight 0.06): Players find the battle outcomes and win/lose conditions unclear, which can be confusing and frustrating.
- Permission and update issues (weight 0.06): There are problems with permissions and updates, which can hinder the game's performance and accessibility.
- Lacks polish and depth (weight 0.06): The game lacks polish and mechanical depth, which affects the overall quality and enjoyment.
- Limited viable characters (weight 0.06): Only a few characters are viable in the game, which limits player choices and strategies.
- Pay-to-unlock basic functions (weight 0.06): Basic game functions are locked behind shop purchases, which can be frustrating for players.
- No in-run saving or pause (weight 0.06): The game lacks in-run saving and pause features, which can be inconvenient for players.
- Time limits for card play (weight 0.06): The game imposes time limits on playing cards, which can be restrictive and frustrating for players.
- Lack of enjoyment in completion (weight 0.06): Players find little enjoyment in fully completing the game, which affects their overall satisfaction.
- Poor Chinese translation (weight 0.06): The game has poor Chinese translation and localization, which affects the experience for Chinese-speaking players.

Gameplay feedback:
- Roguelike Deckbuilder Gameplay (weight 0.36): The game is frequently described as a rogue-like deckbuilder, combining elements of both genres. Players emphasize the card-based mechanics and deck-building aspects that define the core gameplay loop.
- Real-Time and Fast-Paced Gameplay (weight 0.29): The game features real-time encounters and fast-paced gameplay. This dynamic action gameplay is complemented by real-time card battles, adding a layer of urgency and excitement.
- Card-Based Combat Mechanics (weight 0.25): The combat system is heavily based on card play mechanics, offering finite cards and strategic card tactics. Players appreciate the depth and variety in card-based combat.
- Diverse Character Roster (weight 0.23): Players can choose from multiple characters, each with unique abilities and playstyles. This diversity allows for different strategies and builds, adding depth to the gameplay.
- Auto-Battler Mechanics (weight 0.19): The game incorporates auto-battler mechanics, where players manage decks and engage in auto-combat. This feature is often highlighted as a unique blend with real-time card play.
- Multiple Game Modes (weight 0.17): The game offers various modes including single-player, coop, multiplayer, and New Game+. This variety caters to different player preferences and enhances replayability.
- Difficulty and Balancing Issues (weight 0.16): Some players find the game's difficulty unbalanced, with certain characters being more challenging to play. This aspect is noted as needing improvement for a better gaming experience.
- Unique Boss Battles (weight 0.09): The game features unique bosses with special mechanics, providing challenging and engaging boss battles. These encounters are a highlight for many players.
- Unique Mechanics and Enemies (weight 0.06): The game features unique roguelike mechanics and a variety of enemies. These elements contribute to the game's distinct identity and challenging gameplay.
- Combines Elements from Popular Games (weight 0.06): The game is noted for combining elements from popular games like Slay the Spire and Loop Hero. This fusion creates a familiar yet unique experience for players.
- Humor and References (weight 0.06): The game includes humorous elements and references, adding a layer of entertainment and personality. Players appreciate the light-hearted and fun aspects of the game.
- Gameplay Involves Breaking Mechanics (weight 0.06): Players enjoy the challenge of breaking the game mechanics as part of the gameplay. This unique aspect allows for creative and strategic playthroughs.
- Events as Mini-Games (weight 0.06): The game includes events that function as mini-games, providing additional challenges and variety. These events are seen as a fun and engaging aspect of the gameplay.
- Achievements System (weight 0.06): The game offers an achievements system, providing additional goals and challenges for players. This feature enhances the overall gaming experience and adds replay value.

Performance notes:
- Lack of optimization (weight 0.18): The game suffers from optimization issues leading to performance problems. This includes high memory usage, FPS drops, and stuttering on low-end machines.
- Lag in multiplayer mode (weight 0.15): Players encounter lag issues specifically in multiplayer mode, which affects the overall gaming experience. This includes general lag and processing lag.
- Display issues (weight 0.09): Players have reported various display issues, including problems with full-screen mode and window behavior. This affects the visual experience of the game.
- Game may harm PC (weight 0.07): There are reports suggesting that the game can cause harm to the computer, such as burning out components. This is a critical issue that needs immediate attention.
- Steam Deck issues (weight 0.06): Specific issues have been reported on the Steam Deck, including a bugged starting screen and lag/stutter problems. This affects players using this particular platform.
- Inability to screenshot (weight 0.03): Players have reported being unable to take screenshots within the game, which can be a minor inconvenience for those who wish to capture gameplay moments.
- Runs on any computer (weight 0.03): Despite various issues, the game is noted to run on any computer, indicating a wide range of compatibility.

Recommendations:
- Highly recommended game (weight 0.12): The game is highly recommended for a wide audience, including those generally interested in the genre.
- Recommended for roguelite and deckbuilder fans (weight 0.12): The game is particularly recommended for fans of roguelite and deckbuilder genres due to its specific gameplay mechanics.
- Try the demo first (weight 0.09): Players are advised to try the demo before making a purchase to ensure it meets their expectations.
- Wait for a sale (weight 0.09): The game is recommended to be purchased on sale for a better value, suggesting that the full price might not be justified for some players.
- Recommended despite flaws (weight 0.07): The game is recommended even though it has some flaws and crashes, indicating that the overall experience is still enjoyable.
- Not recommended for detailed planners (weight 0.07): The game may not be suitable for those who prefer detailed planning and clear graphics, as it might cause frustration and lack of enjoyment for them.
- Suitable for all card game players (weight 0.04): The game is recommended for both new and experienced players of card games, indicating a broad appeal.
- Recommended for casual players (weight 0.04): The game is recommended for casual players, indicating it is accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience.
- Mixed recommendations (weight 0.04): The game receives mixed recommendations, indicating varying opinions among players.
- Gifted to friends (weight 0.04): Some players have enjoyed the game enough to gift it to their friends, indicating a positive reception.
- Complete the tutorial (weight 0.04): Players are advised to go through the tutorial to fully understand the game mechanics.
- Consider time constraints (weight 0.04): Players with limited time or those not actively considering other games might want to try this game.
- Add a translation workshop (weight 0.04): There is a suggestion to add a workshop for better translations, indicating a need for improved localization.
- Memes are a highlight (weight 0.04): The game is appreciated for its memes, indicating a fun and humorous aspect that players enjoy.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.31): Players are frustrated primarily due to frequent game crashes, performance issues, and poor optimization, especially in co-op and multiplayer modes. Additionally, the game's balance issues, reliance on luck, and lack of control over certain mechanics contribute to this frustration.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.16): Players enjoy the game's unique blend of card game and auto battler mechanics, along with its engaging gameplay and humor. The variety in characters, builds, and the overall positive experience with gameplay diversity and soundtrack also contribute to their enjoyment.
- Excitement (weight 0.14): Players are excited about the game's unique and dynamic gameplay mechanics, including its addictive and rewarding nature. The variety of characters, complex builds, and the anticipation of a multiplayer feature also add to this excitement.
- Disappointment (weight 0.09): Players feel disappointed due to the game's lack of innovation, shallow gameplay, and misleading mechanics. The lack of strategic elements, unclear story, and poor translation also contribute to this disappointment.
- Joy (weight 0.05): Players find joy in the game's pleasant graphics and music, enjoyable gameplay experience, and interesting character mechanics. The game's humor, memes, and overall engaging nature also bring them happiness.
- Amusement (weight 0.04): Players are amused by the game's humorous mechanics, dialogue, and meme references. The unique gameplay scenarios and jokes add to the overall amusement.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.02): Players are satisfied with the game's good graphics, positive gameplay experience, and language support. The co-op mode working well for two players also adds to their satisfaction.
- Excited (weight 0.02): Players are excited about the game's fast and fun gameplay, unique characters, and their mechanics. The overall engaging experience and various gameplay elements contribute to this excitement.
- Disappointed (weight 0.02): Players feel disappointed due to the game's lack of content, mechanical depth, and cringe memes. The game not meeting their expectations also adds to this disappointment.
- Anger (weight 0.01): Players are angry about the game's frequent crashes, lost progress, and lack of in-run saving. The bugs and time wasted on the game also contribute to their anger.
- Grateful (weight 0.01): Players express gratitude towards the game's creator and excitement about its unique aspects. The inclusion of Turkish language support also adds to their gratitude.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Players are enthusiastic about the game's replayability and unique gameplay experience. The enjoyable and engaging nature of the game also contributes to their enthusiasm.
- Frustrated (weight 0.01): Players are frustrated due to save file corruption and persistent game crashes. These performance issues significantly hinder their gaming experience.
- Angry (weight 0.01): Players are angry about developer harassment, poor balancing, and the game bricking save data. These issues severely impact their enjoyment and progress in the game.
- Happy (weight 0): Players are happy because the game provides a relaxing and enjoyable experience after work. The game's ability to help them unwind contributes to their happiness.
- Amused (weight 0): Players are amused by the funny moments in the game. These humorous elements add a light-hearted and entertaining aspect to their gaming experience.
- Confusion (weight 0): Players are confused due to balance issues with certain relics. These inconsistencies make it difficult for them to understand and enjoy the game mechanics fully.
- Relaxation (weight 0): Players find the game relaxing and fun. The game's ability to provide a calming and enjoyable experience contributes to their relaxation.
- Impressed (weight 0): Players are impressed with the game's graphics, gameplay, and mechanics. The high quality and engaging nature of these elements contribute to their positive impression.
- Nostalgia (weight 0): Players feel nostalgic due to the pixel graphics reminiscent of the 2000s. This visual style evokes memories and a sense of familiarity, enhancing their gaming experience.}