Ruinarch

Last updated: 2025-08-17

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Summary
  • Strong concept, initially fun evil god gameplay
  • Unfinished, shallow, and abandoned game state
  • Simplistic villager AI, unbalanced repetitive abilities
  • Deep villager manipulation, cults, afflictions
  • Numerous persistent bugs, poor confusing UI
  • Wait for sales or significant updates
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Categories

SimulationSandbox CreationEmergent StorytellingCult ManagementStrategic PlanningCharacter ManagementMonster ManagementAffliction System

Emotions

Disappointment32%Frustration25%Excitement11%Satisfaction10%Hope6%
Reviews
(sample size)
172
Helpful reviews
64%
Unhelpful reviews
26%
Protest reviews
10%
Positive points
250
Negative points
519
Gameplay points
400
Perf. points
5
Rec. points
88
Misc points
65
Point
Strong Concept & Initial Fun
Description
Players consistently praise the game's unique concept and initial promise, finding it fun and engaging for several hours. The game is noted for its strong foundation, creative systems, and ongoing development with regular updates and UI improvements, leading to a generally positive early experience.
Importance
56%
Engaging Evil God Gameplay
Description
A core appeal of the game is the ability to play as an evil, manipulative entity, offering diverse and creative ways to torment villagers and destroy communities. Players enjoy the sandbox nature, the emergent storytelling, and the unique satisfaction of orchestrating chaos through various indirect and direct methods, from spreading plagues to inciting affairs.
Importance
48%
Creative Plague & Affliction Systems
Description
The plague and affliction systems are highlighted as particularly enjoyable and well-designed mechanics. Players appreciate the creativity and customization options available within these systems, finding them to be among the most entertaining aspects of the game.
Importance
6%
Good Language Localization
Description
The game's localization into multiple languages, specifically Japanese and Spanish, is noted and appreciated by players. This indicates a positive effort in making the game accessible to a wider audience.
Importance
3%
Difficulty May Be Too Easy
Description
Feedback indicates that the game's difficulty has been adjusted, with some players finding it a bit too easy now. This suggests a potential need for rebalancing to provide a more challenging experience.
Importance
2%