$\"UNLEASH$

Join Ringo, a young martial artist looking for her brother, and Wolfe, a mysterious scoundrel running from his past, as they join forces in an unlikely partnership to collect the pieces of the fabled Wanderstar Map. Across 10 “episodes” of anime-inspired adventure, Ringo and Wolfe will have to work together to find answers, make up for past mistakes, and travel across the universe in search of their goal. And who knows, maybe they’ll learn how to get along at some point!

Trained in the ways of Kiai, a magical form of martial art and also the universe’s most exciting form of televised entertainment, Ringo can combine words to create customized attacks in intense turn-based battles. During her race across the universe you’ll expand Ringo’s vocabulary, equip Pep Up bonuses earned through honorable victories and level up her spirit power. Defeat or befriend a cast of fearsome space pirates, mysterious scoundrels, cute witches, high school delinquents, talking crows, and skilled martial artists on your way to becoming a Kiai master.

$\"USE$

SUPER SPECIAL FIRE KICK! Battles in Wander Stars are settled through a unique combat system that combines the structure of turn-based JRPGs, the strategic layer of deckbuilders and the spectacle of animes like Dragon Ball Z.

Create custom attacks by combining words up to the limit of your spirit level. The more spirit you have, the more slots you have to place words into and the more powerful and complex actions you can take.

ACTION WORDS do something e.g. KICK, BLOCK or ITEM.

MODIFIER WORDS modify actions e.g. SUPER (+1 damage), FAST (reduces cooldown) or HUGE (attacks all opponents).

ELEMENTAL WORDS add an elemental impact and status effects e.g. FIRE (burn) or WATER (wet).

All words have cool downs and opponents might be weak or strong against specific attacks or specific elements. You won’t know which until you engage them in battle so you need to be prepared to improvise.

With over 200 words to collect across the game there is a near infinite number of possible unique attacks to make. Things start off easy but as you expand Ringo’s vocabulary you’ll need to carefully select which words you take into battle, building strategies around your mix of categories, blend of offensive and defensive words, giving yourself options to manage your opponents weaknesses and strengths, consider optimizing the juggling of cool downs and, of course, which attacks sound the coolest.

The result is an accessible, immediately fun but deep combat system.

$\"STEP$

The core ethos of the Kiai martial art is to fight with honor. Defeating an opponent with honor can turn the most heated of rivals into the fastest of friends! Befriend your rivals to earn their words of encouragement in the form of useful Pep Ups which can be equipped to give you special bonuses in combat.

Travel the universe on a rollercoaster adventure as you seek the pieces of the Wanderstar map, Ringo’s lost brother and the answers to Wolfe’s mysterious past.

This is a tale of mystery, adventure, betrayal, redemption, unlikely allies, twists, turns, surfing capybaras, health-restoring empanadas, forgotten shopping lists, rifts in space AND rifts between lovers.

$\"UNLIKELY$

Along the way you’ll build a found family of colorful characters, each with their own thing going on. They might not all get along at first, but that’s nothing a thrilling space adventure can’t fix! And even with the trail gone cold, take heart, for these wandering stars are bound to find each other…

Wander Stars is inspired by the anime the developers grew up watching in 1990’s Venezuela and shows like Dragon Ball Z, Cowboy Bebop, Sailor Moon, One Piece and more.

It plays out across 10 “episodes”, each of which takes between 60-90 minutes to complete. Each episode features a map to explore with procedurally generated battles, special events and other secrets to find along with the main story events.

Tackle your playthrough an episode at a time or binge the whole thing in one go - the choice is yours.

You can even replay episodes to find all the side adventures, NPCs, and party member banter you might have missed! Try new paths as you explore ever-changing maps with randomized special events, lurking rivals, and tantalizing treasures. The experience is never quite the same!

ABOUT THE DEVELOPER

$\"Paper$

Paper Castle Games is a game development studio currently based in Spain and founded in Venezuela in 2013. We’re a team of friends making story-driven games, and we like to think outside the box to subvert conventions and create unique and engaging experiences.

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$\"Buy$

Check the pinned Discussions thread for details on how to claim your free to keep items from launch day!

BUZZ

"...one of the most promising RPGs of the summer" - Inverse
"...an attack system that is so fresh you will be yelling attack combos at your screen" - Indie Voice
"Wander Stars nails the aesthetic and build a solid game on top of it" - Just Good Games

About the Game

$\"UNLEASH$

$\"USE$

ACTION WORDS do something e.g. KICK, BLOCK or ITEM.

MODIFIER WORDS modify actions e.g. SUPER (+1 damage), FAST (reduces cooldown) or HUGE (attacks all opponents).

ELEMENTAL WORDS add an elemental impact and status effects e.g. FIRE (burn) or WATER (wet).

The result is an accessible, immediately fun but deep combat system.

$\"STEP$

Travel the universe on a rollercoaster adventure as you seek the pieces of the Wanderstar map, Ringo’s lost brother and the answers to Wolfe’s mysterious past.

$\"UNLIKELY$

Wander Stars is inspired by the anime the developers grew up watching in 1990’s Venezuela and shows like Dragon Ball Z, Cowboy Bebop, Sailor Moon, One Piece and more.

Tackle your playthrough an episode at a time or binge the whole thing in one go - the choice is yours.

ABOUT THE DEVELOPER

$\"Paper$

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“Sifu is as much a tightly told vendetta story as it is a masterful brawler.”
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“Is one life enough to know kung fu? Maybe not. But I would happily spend mine playing Sifu to find out.”
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Itching for some more good ol' Kung Fu action? The free Arenas expansion adds multiple hours of gameplay that will put your Kung Fu to the test. With 5 new game modes, 15 dynamic locations and 120 challenges, gear up for spectacular combats, brutal opponents, and endless opportunities to refine your moves.

Whether you choose to play as a male or a female character, in Sifu, you will ponder that question on your path for revenge, hunting down your family’s assassins. One against all, you have no allies, countless enemies, and a mysterious amulet to bring you back to life every time you die. Yet, be warned! Your secret weapon comes with a hefty price to pay: aging and its consequences.

Your enemies don’t wait their turn, and they don’t broadcast their intent. Dodge, parry, strike, use combos and be like water making its way through captivating environments. Learn how to master your art, whether by fighting through the underbelly of a nightclub, scrambling through a refined gallery to avoid getting surrounded, or vertically navigating a towering office building.

Careful positioning and clever use of the environment to your advantage are key to your survival. Use everything at your disposal: throwable objects, makeshift weapons, windows, and ledges... The odds are stacked against you, and you will be offered no mercy.

Kung Fu is mastery through practice, a path for both the body and the mind. Learn from your mistakes, unlock unique skills, and find the strength to master the devastating techniques of Pak Mei Kung Fu.

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OS *: Windows 8.1
Processor: AMD FX-4350 or Intel Core i5-3470 or equivalent
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Radeon R7 250 or GeForce GT 640 or equivalent
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 22 GB available space

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OS: Windows 10
Processor: AMD FX-9590 or Intel Core i7-6700K or equivalent
Memory: 10 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce GTX 970 or Radeon R9 390X or equivalent
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 22 GB available space

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Play now!

About the Game

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This additional content extends the game's longevity and provides fresh challenges.",{"_308":936,"_310":937,"_312":338,"_314":938,"_316":939},"Outstanding Level Design",0.04471294739499682,36,"Specific levels, particularly the Museum, are highlighted for their exceptional design, visual artistry, and unique atmosphere. These levels are considered standout examples of creative and immersive game environments.",{"_308":941,"_310":942,"_312":343,"_314":943,"_316":944},"Excellent Soundtrack & Sound Design",0.044596792789321146,35,"The game's soundtrack and sound design are consistently praised for being excellent, immersive, and perfectly complementing the action. The music enhances the atmosphere, especially during boss fights, and the impactful sound effects contribute to the visceral combat feel.",[946,951,956,961,966,971,976,981,986],{"_308":947,"_310":948,"_312":141,"_314":949,"_316":950},"Overly High & Unfair Difficulty",0.4391935601750381,656,"Players consistently report that the game's difficulty is excessively high, often feeling unfair or artificial, especially on higher settings and during boss encounters. This leads to significant frustration, a steep learning curve, and a sense of being punished for minor mistakes, making it inaccessible for many.",{"_308":952,"_310":953,"_312":313,"_314":954,"_316":955},"Unresponsive & Flawed Combat Mechanics",0.24713272371017522,310,"The core combat mechanics, particularly parrying, dodging, and combo execution, are widely criticized for being unintuitive, inconsistent, and unresponsive. Players struggle with precise timing, unreadable enemy attacks, and ineffective defensive options, especially in group fights where simultaneous attacks lead to unavoidable damage and stun-locks.",{"_308":957,"_310":958,"_312":321,"_314":959,"_316":960},"Problematic & Obstructive Camera",0.24499355343718737,312,"The in-game camera is a major source of frustration, frequently getting stuck in environments, obscuring the player's view, and failing to track enemies effectively. This issue significantly hinders combat readability and player reaction time, actively working against the player.",{"_308":962,"_310":963,"_312":327,"_314":964,"_316":965},"Repetitive Grind & Progression",0.21125801553368878,261,"The game's progression and replayability are hampered by repetitive level design and a tedious grind. Players are forced to re-run long sections of levels after dying, and the permanent skill unlock system requires multiple purchases, leading to monotony and a feeling of wasted time.",{"_308":967,"_310":968,"_312":343,"_314":969,"_316":970},"Technical Issues & Poor PC Controls",0.19718681917155942,254,"Many players report poor optimization and technical issues, including frequent stutters, crashes, and input lag, particularly on PC. Additionally, keyboard and mouse controls are widely criticized as awkward and poorly implemented, making a controller almost mandatory.",{"_308":972,"_310":973,"_312":333,"_314":974,"_316":975},"Shallow & Short Story",0.07218191790934332,65,"The game's story is consistently described as short, barebones, and uninspired, serving merely as a backdrop for combat. This lack of narrative depth and content contributes to a feeling of the game being too short for its price.",{"_308":977,"_310":978,"_312":338,"_314":979,"_316":980},"Uninspired Arena Content",0.06227983357666927,56,"The post-game Arena content is largely seen as uninspired, repetitive, and overly difficult. Players find the challenges tedious, unfair, and lacking in fun, often exacerbating existing combat and camera issues.",{"_308":982,"_310":983,"_312":386,"_314":984,"_316":985},"Punishing Aging Mechanic",0.04198798992715088,34,"The aging system, while unique, is often perceived as a punishing and frustrating mechanic. It limits player progression, reduces health, and forces restarts, contributing to the overall feeling of artificial difficulty and tedium.",{"_308":987,"_310":988,"_312":391,"_314":943,"_316":989},"Frustrating & Gimmicky Boss Fights",0.04198747802980956,"Boss fights, especially the final boss, are frequently criticized for being poorly designed, repetitive, and often negating core player mechanics or builds. They often require rote memorization rather than adaptive skill, leading to frustration and a feeling of unfairness.",[991,996,1002,1008,1014,1019,1024,1028,1034,1038,1043],{"_308":992,"_310":993,"_312":313,"_314":994,"_316":995},"Variable and Challenging Difficulty",0.17923487296523222,202,"The game offers multiple difficulty settings, from easy to master, significantly altering gameplay. While easy modes provide more lives and less aggressive enemies, higher difficulties demand precise skill, timing, and mastery of combat mechanics, often compared to Souls-like games. The game's design encourages players to learn and improve through repeated attempts.",{"_308":997,"_310":998,"_312":999,"_314":1000,"_316":1001},"Unique Aging Death Mechanic",0.1580154787684646,0.98,169,"A core and unique mechanic is the aging system: each death increases the character's age, which carries over between levels. As the character ages, they gain attack power but lose maximum health. Dying at age 70 or older results in a permanent game over for the current run, encouraging players to minimize deaths and replay levels to maintain a younger age.",{"_308":1003,"_310":1004,"_312":1005,"_314":1006,"_316":1007},"Precise Combat & Wude Ending",0.12871029931460437,0.97,129,"The combat system heavily emphasizes precise timing for parrying, dodging, and avoiding attacks. Players must learn enemy patterns and utilize a combination of defensive maneuvers to break enemy posture and perform takedowns. The game also features a 'Wude' (Martial Virtue) ending, achieved by sparing bosses through non-lethal takedowns, which requires specific combat execution.",{"_308":1009,"_310":1010,"_312":1011,"_314":1012,"_316":1013},"Skill-Based Mastery & Practice",0.09777010577643379,0.92,91,"Success in the game is overwhelmingly skill-based, demanding significant practice, patience, and perseverance. Players must hone their reflexes, learn precise timings for defensive and offensive maneuvers, and adapt to enemy patterns. The game's core loop revolves around learning from failure and personal improvement, with achievements often tied to mastering combat and completing challenges at a young age.",{"_308":1015,"_310":1016,"_312":1017,"_314":780,"_316":1018},"Martial Arts Combat & Inspirations",0.08835307341067963,0.87,"The game, Sifu, is a third-person martial arts brawler heavily inspired by classic Kung Fu films and real-world martial arts styles like Pak Mei. Its combat system is frequently compared to 'Souls-like' games and the 'Arkham' series due to its emphasis on precise, grounded, and challenging hand-to-hand combat mechanics.",{"_308":1020,"_310":1021,"_312":321,"_314":1022,"_316":1023},"Diverse Enemies & Group Combat",0.07986605655187605,70,"Enemies are diverse, each with unique movesets and attack patterns that players must learn to counter effectively. Combat often involves fighting multiple enemies simultaneously, requiring strategic use of attacks, blocks, parries, dodges, and environmental objects. Elite enemies can pose significant challenges, sometimes gaining a 'second wind' or attacking in coordinated groups.",{"_308":1025,"_310":1026,"_312":458,"_314":124,"_316":1027},"Revenge Plot with Dual Endings",0.07080180797260682,"The game features a simple, classic revenge plot where the protagonist seeks to avenge their father's murder by five assassins. However, the narrative evolves, offering two distinct endings: one focused on revenge and a 'true' ending centered on forgiveness and martial virtue, encouraging players to explore different moral choices and replay the story.",{"_308":1029,"_310":1030,"_312":1031,"_314":1032,"_316":1033},"Five Levels with Bosses & Shortcuts",0.06627820975121312,0.88,55,"The game features five distinct levels, each culminating in a boss fight. Players can unlock shortcuts within levels to bypass sections and reach bosses faster, especially useful for subsequent runs to maintain a lower age. The game also offers the choice to spare or kill bosses, leading to different narrative outcomes and encouraging multiple playthroughs.",{"_308":1035,"_310":1036,"_312":327,"_314":1032,"_316":1037},"Short Campaign, High Replayability",0.06570597022092058,"The game's main story campaign is relatively short, typically ranging from 3 to 8 hours for a single playthrough, depending on player skill and chosen difficulty. However, its design encourages significant replayability through multiple difficulty settings, the aging mechanic, and the pursuit of different endings, extending the overall playtime for completionists.",{"_308":1039,"_310":1040,"_312":458,"_314":1041,"_316":1042},"Challenging Arena Mode",0.06115447086048519,51,"Post-story content includes a challenging 'Arena' mode, which offers various combat challenges with specific conditions and objectives. This mode provides additional content, unlocks, and serves as a rigorous test of player skill, often requiring mastery of game mechanics to achieve high scores or complete difficult objectives.",{"_308":1044,"_310":1045,"_312":333,"_314":1046,"_316":1047},"Takedowns & Enemy Resurrections",0.02755483270662429,18,"Takedowns are crucial for finishing enemies and restoring player health, performed after breaking an enemy's posture. Some elite enemies can 'resurrect' after an initial takedown, becoming stronger and gaining new movesets, adding a layer of challenge. The game also rewards specific takedown variations and environmental interactions.",[1049,1054,1058,1062,1066],{"_308":1050,"_310":1051,"_312":321,"_314":1052,"_316":1053},"Strong performance, low requirements",0.03578468038449915,24,"Many players report excellent performance across various hardware, including low-end PCs, integrated graphics, and the Steam Deck. The game is generally considered well-optimized with low system requirements, allowing for high frame rates even at higher resolutions.",{"_308":1055,"_310":1056,"_312":333,"_314":497,"_316":1057},"Occasional stuttering and hiccups",0.019045304195071028,"Some players experienced stuttering, particularly during scene transitions, new area loading, or on HDDs. While some issues cleared up, others noted persistent optimization problems across different platforms.",{"_308":1059,"_310":1060,"_312":386,"_314":164,"_316":1061},"Minimal bugs and glitches",0.012833331908563584,"Most players report very few bugs, with some experiencing minor visual glitches or easily resolvable progression blockers. Overall, the game is considered relatively bug-free.",{"_308":1063,"_310":1064,"_312":363,"_314":141,"_316":1065},"Potential CPU maxing",0.002108632513539381,"One piece of feedback suggests the game might max out the CPU, which could indicate a potential optimization area for some systems.",{"_308":1067,"_310":1068,"_312":368,"_314":141,"_316":1069},"Uses Unreal Engine",0.0016022142317124368,"A single comment notes that the game is built on Unreal Engine. This is a technical detail rather than direct player feedback on gameplay or performance.",[1071,1076,1081,1085,1088,1092],{"_308":1072,"_310":1073,"_312":141,"_314":1074,"_316":1075},"Highly Recommended Martial Arts Game",0.2387249580552976,291,"Players overwhelmingly recommend the game, praising its challenging and rewarding martial arts combat, unique aging mechanic, and stylish presentation. Many consider it a masterpiece or one of the best in its genre, especially for fans of fighting games, beat 'em ups, or martial arts cinema.",{"_308":1077,"_310":1078,"_312":321,"_314":1079,"_316":1080},"Challenging but Rewarding Difficulty",0.10514284923585604,101,"The game is noted for its significant difficulty and steep learning curve, requiring patience and persistence. While rewarding for those who embrace the challenge, it's not recommended for players who get easily frustrated or prefer casual experiences. Players are advised to choose difficulty levels carefully and be prepared to learn from repeated defeats.",{"_308":1082,"_310":1083,"_312":333,"_314":780,"_316":1084},"Good Value, Especially on Sale",0.08513480859744292,"Many players recommend purchasing the game, especially when it's on sale, citing its value for money. However, some express reservations about the full price due to perceived short story length or occasional technical issues like crashes, though others feel the full price is justified.",{"_308":361,"_310":1086,"_312":386,"_314":267,"_316":1087},0.01676933715744362,"Players strongly recommend using a controller for the optimal gameplay experience, suggesting it provides better control and is more suitable than a keyboard and mouse setup.",{"_308":1089,"_310":1090,"_312":348,"_314":156,"_316":1091},"Desire for a Sequel",0.009009912743000089,"Players express a strong desire for a sequel, hoping for expanded gameplay, story, enemy types, and scene interaction, indicating satisfaction with the core game and interest in future content.",{"_308":1093,"_310":1094,"_312":1095,"_314":148,"_316":1096},"Preference for Absolver",0.004343291969962699,0.1,"A small number of players expressed disappointment with the game in comparison to 'Absolver,' suggesting they would have preferred development efforts to continue on that title instead.",[1098,1103,1108,1113,1117,1122,1126,1130,1134],{"_308":1099,"_310":1100,"_312":321,"_314":1101,"_316":1102},"High Difficulty & Challenge",0.06018241891265049,48,"Many players found the game exceptionally challenging, often comparing its difficulty to Sekiro. This high difficulty led some to initially refund or uninstall the game, though many eventually returned to master it.",{"_308":1104,"_310":1105,"_312":327,"_314":1106,"_316":1107},"Authentic Martial Arts Theme",0.050772818271068144,39,"Players highly praise the game's authentic and deep portrayal of Chinese martial arts, including its philosophical concepts like 'Wude'. The fact that a French studio developed such a culturally rich game was a pleasant surprise for many.",{"_308":1109,"_310":1110,"_312":458,"_314":1111,"_316":1112},"Strong Demand for Sequel/Content",0.04209900689804021,31,"There is strong demand for a sequel or more content, with players expressing a desire for new levels, expanded skill trees, more weapons, and continued exploration of martial arts themes by the developers.",{"_308":1114,"_310":1115,"_312":333,"_314":106,"_316":1116},"Classic Revenge Story",0.03838061445695591,"The game's story is a classic revenge plot, often compared to martial arts films like John Wick or Kill Bill. While simple, it effectively drives the combat and explores themes of perseverance and forgiveness, especially with the 'Wude' ending.",{"_308":1118,"_310":1119,"_312":343,"_314":1120,"_316":1121},"Short Story, Long Mastery",0.024793770731780393,16,"Players noted that the main story mode is relatively short, completable in 5-10 hours. However, achieving the true 'Wude' ending and mastering the game requires significant time and dedication, extending playtime considerably.",{"_308":1123,"_310":1124,"_312":358,"_314":497,"_316":1125},"Mixed Minor Criticisms",0.015146172946804303,"While generally highly rated, some players expressed frustration with certain aspects, such as boss fights or perceived developer laziness, though these sentiments were less common.",{"_308":1127,"_310":1128,"_312":353,"_314":160,"_316":1129},"Modding Enhances Experience",0.010922801035809098,"Players enjoy using mods to enhance their experience, particularly for character skins (like Batman) and to adjust enemy counts for more cinematic fights, suggesting a desire for more customization options.",{"_308":1131,"_310":1132,"_312":1095,"_314":809,"_316":1133},"Unique & Broad Appeal",0.00990056469594499,"The game is generally seen as unique and interesting, suitable for a broad audience, and developed by Sloclap, known for Absolver.",{"_308":1135,"_310":1136,"_312":428,"_314":148,"_316":1137},"Free on Epic Games",0.005165073713213826,"Some players were disappointed when the game was given away for free on the Epic Games Store shortly after their purchase, impacting their perceived value.",[1139,1143,1147,1151,1155,1159,1164,1168,1172,1176,1180,1184,1188,1191,1195,1198,1202,1205,1208,1212],{"_308":495,"_310":1140,"_312":1140,"_314":1141,"_316":1142},0.3423044575273339,814,"Players felt satisfied primarily through mastering the game's deep and fluid combat system, which includes precise timing, parrying, and dodging. This mastery led to a strong sense of accomplishment, skill growth, and the feeling of becoming a powerful martial arts master, often compared to iconic figures like Bruce Lee or Neo. The overall high quality of the gameplay, visuals, and replayability also contributed significantly to this positive emotion.",{"_308":503,"_310":1144,"_312":1144,"_314":1145,"_316":1146},0.15012615643397814,357,"Excitement stemmed from the game's fun, challenging, and addictive nature, particularly its unique and engaging combat system. Players were thrilled by the cinematic feel of the fights, the ability to pull off impressive moves, and the overall high quality and style of the game, often leading to a strong desire for replayability and even sequels.",{"_308":511,"_310":1148,"_312":1148,"_314":1149,"_316":1150},0.14087468460891506,335,"Frustration was frequently caused by the game's high difficulty, especially with challenging boss designs and the unforgiving aging/death mechanic. Players also experienced frustration due to camera issues, unresponsive or clunky controls (particularly with keyboard and mouse), and technical bugs like crashes or glitches. Repetitive grind for achievements and unclear mechanics further contributed to this negative feeling.",{"_308":500,"_310":1152,"_312":1152,"_314":1153,"_316":1154},0.055088309503784696,131,"Admiration was driven by the game's exceptional overall quality, particularly its stunning art direction, authentic cultural portrayal of Chinese Kung Fu, and meticulously choreographed combat. Players appreciated the game's innovative mechanics, philosophical themes, and the developers' deep understanding and execution of the martial arts genre, often considering it a masterpiece.",{"_308":533,"_310":1156,"_312":1156,"_314":1157,"_316":1158},0.0496215306980656,118,"Disappointment arose from the game not meeting certain expectations, often related to its perceived short story length and unrewarding endings. Players also expressed disappointment with specific design choices, such as 'guess-the-punch' boss mechanics, issues with additional content like the Arena mode, and technical flaws that hindered the overall experience.",{"_308":1160,"_310":1161,"_312":1161,"_314":1162,"_316":1163},"Challenge",0.04751892346509672,113,"The game's high difficulty and steep learning curve were the primary causes of the 'Challenge' emotion. Players found themselves constantly tested by demanding bosses, complex combat mechanics requiring precise timing, and the unforgiving aging system, which necessitated dedication and continuous improvement to overcome.",{"_308":507,"_310":1165,"_312":1165,"_314":1166,"_316":1167},0.04415475189234651,105,"Enjoyment was a pervasive emotion, stemming from the game's fun and frantic combat, engaging gameplay loop, and captivating art style. Players found the experience enjoyable despite its difficulty, often finding more fun as they adapted and improved their skills, leading to a relaxing and immersive experience.",{"_308":549,"_310":1169,"_312":1169,"_314":1170,"_316":1171},0.02396972245584525,57,"Players appreciated the game's thoughtful design, smooth gameplay, and the evident effort put in by the developers. This included appreciation for the game's artistic and visual style, its cultural representation, and its ability to foster mastery through its well-crafted mechanics and rewarding learning curve.",{"_308":543,"_310":1173,"_312":1173,"_314":1174,"_316":1175},0.018502943650126155,44,"Joy was experienced through the overall fun and rewarding gameplay, particularly from achieving flawless boss victories and mastering the combat system. The game's replayability and its ability to fulfill childhood fantasies of martial arts also contributed to this positive and often dopamine-inducing emotion.",{"_308":1177,"_310":1178,"_312":1178,"_314":1111,"_316":1179},"Amusement",0.013036164844407064,"Amusement often arose from humorous descriptions of the game's extreme difficulty and the player's struggles, particularly in relation to the aging mechanic. Self-deprecating humor, ironic ratings, and pop culture references also contributed to this lighthearted emotion.",{"_308":1181,"_310":1182,"_312":1182,"_314":176,"_316":1183},"Anger",0.010513036164844407,"Anger was primarily caused by perceived poor game design choices, particularly frustrating camera issues during combat and unfair mechanics in arenas or boss fights. Technical problems like broken controls or bugs, and a general feeling of the game being 'bullshit' or disrespectful of player time, also triggered anger.",{"_308":1185,"_310":1186,"_312":1186,"_314":322,"_316":1187},"Determination",0.00798990748528175,"Determination was fueled by the game's challenging difficulty, motivating players to achieve specific goals like 100% completion, 0-death runs, or mastering complex combat mechanics. The need to practice, improve, and overcome obstacles drove this persistent emotion.",{"_308":515,"_310":1189,"_312":1189,"_314":655,"_316":1190},0.005887300252312868,"Love for the game stemmed from its overall high quality, engaging gameplay, and its successful homage to the kung-fu genre. Players expressed deep affection for the game's art design, music, and the satisfying combat feel, often considering it a favorite.",{"_308":1192,"_310":1193,"_312":1193,"_314":468,"_316":1194},"Confusion",0.005046257359125316,"Confusion was caused by unclear game mechanics, particularly regarding the aging system, skill retention, and progression. Players also expressed confusion about boss mechanics, the effects of non-permanent upgrades, and aspects of the game's story or tutorial.",{"_308":1196,"_310":1193,"_312":1193,"_314":468,"_316":1197},"Engagement","Engagement was driven by the game's addictive and challenging gameplay, which hooked players and encouraged extended play sessions. The deep and evolving story, combined with the narrative tension and meaningful failures, kept players invested and focused.",{"_308":1199,"_310":1200,"_312":1200,"_314":267,"_316":1201},"Inspiration",0.004205214465937763,"Inspiration came from the game's philosophical themes and the life lessons it conveyed, such as perseverance and learning from mistakes. Players felt inspired by the game's system and its potential as a creative tool, as well as its teachings on martial arts and virtue.",{"_308":1203,"_310":1200,"_312":1200,"_314":267,"_316":1204},"Encouragement","Encouragement was expressed through positive recommendations to other players, often accompanied by tips for success. Reviewers showed support for the developers and emphasized the potential for enjoyment through persistence and mastering the game's learning curve.",{"_308":1206,"_310":1200,"_312":1200,"_314":267,"_316":1207},"Awe","Awe was evoked by the game's profound themes, stunning art style, and the developers' dedication to crafting a high-quality experience. Players were impressed by the game's ability to foster mastery and its immaculate construction of a martial arts fantasy, often noting its cultural impact.",{"_308":1209,"_310":1210,"_312":1210,"_314":809,"_316":1211},"Surprise",0.0037846930193439865,"Surprise arose from unexpected aspects of the game, such as its French origin despite a Chinese theme, or how well it performed on platforms like the Steam Deck. Players were also surprised by the story's integration with gameplay, unique game principles, and unexpected difficulty spikes.",{"_308":1213,"_310":1214,"_312":1214,"_314":168,"_316":1215},"Annoyance",0.00336417157275021,"Annoyance was caused by specific frustrating elements, including 'stupid' achievements, camera glitches, and the aging mechanic. Poor controller mapping, artificial difficulty, and issues like the 'low feet swipe' mechanic also contributed to this irritation.",{"_562":1217,"_570":1221,"_579":1228},{"_564":1218,"_566":1219,"_568":1220},8150,7224,926,[577,1222,101,1223,1224,1225,1226,1227],"Real-time Combat","Skill-Based Mastery","Aging Mechanic","Character Progression","Environmental Combat","Endgame Content",[1229,1233,1237,1241,1244,1247,1250,1253,1257,1260,1263,1266,1270,1273],{"_308":1230,"_312":1231,"_316":1232},"Expanded Story Content",0.07,"Players found the story short and desired more narrative depth and content, expressing a wish for an expanded story in a potential sequel.",{"_308":1234,"_312":1235,"_316":1236},"More Levels and Game Content",0.06,"Players desire more levels and overall content to extend the game's longevity and provide fresh challenges beyond the existing campaign and arena mode.",{"_308":1238,"_312":1239,"_316":1240},"More Enemy Variety",0.01,"Players expressed a desire for a greater variety of enemy types to enhance combat encounters and provide new challenges.",{"_308":1242,"_312":1239,"_316":1243},"Increased Environmental Interactivity","Players wished for more interactive elements within the game environments to enhance combat and exploration.",{"_308":1245,"_312":615,"_316":1246},"Expanded Skill Tree Options","Players requested more options and depth in the skill progression system to allow for greater character development and build variety.",{"_308":1248,"_312":615,"_316":1249},"More Weapon Types","Players expressed a desire for a wider array of makeshift or unique weapons to use in combat.",{"_308":1251,"_312":1239,"_316":1252},"Enhanced Character Customization","Players use mods for character skins and desire more in-game options for customizing their character's appearance.",{"_308":1254,"_312":1255,"_316":1256},"Improved Camera System",0.24,"The in-game camera is frequently criticized for getting stuck, obscuring view, and failing to track enemies, significantly hindering combat. Players want a more reliable and less obstructive camera.",{"_308":1258,"_312":423,"_316":1259},"More Responsive Combat Mechanics","Players report issues with unresponsive parrying, dodging, and inconsistent combo execution, especially in group fights, leading to frustration. They desire more precise and reliable combat mechanics.",{"_308":1261,"_312":428,"_316":1262},"Improved Keyboard and Mouse Controls","Keyboard and mouse controls are widely criticized as awkward and poorly implemented, making a controller almost mandatory. Players want improved native PC controls.",{"_308":1264,"_312":428,"_316":1265},"Better Game Optimization and Stability","Players report frequent stutters, crashes, and input lag, particularly on PC, indicating a need for better overall game optimization and stability.",{"_308":1267,"_312":1268,"_316":1269},"Less Repetitive Progression System",0.21,"Players find the need to re-run long sections of levels and the permanent skill unlock system tedious, leading to monotony. They desire a less repetitive progression system.",{"_308":1271,"_312":615,"_316":1272},"More Engaging Boss Fight Design","Boss fights are criticized for being poorly designed, repetitive, and often negating core player mechanics, requiring rote memorization rather than adaptive skill. 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Step into the shoes of a martial arts master in a thrilling survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use the environment and improvised weapons, master new techniques, and create devastating combos to fight off relentless goons and bandits! Karate Survivor delivers intense, fast-paced combat where improvisation and creativity are key to surviving the streets.

Key Features

Improvised Combat. Use whatever you can get your hands on to defeat your enemies. From plastic flamingos to mop handles, even a child's toy hammer can be deadly in the right hands.
Environmental Warfare. Manipulate your surroundings to your advantage. Push objects at enemies, bring down scaffolding, or slam them with a microwave door.
Dynamic Combos. Dozens of different attacks allow you to create unique combinations of up to six attacks, tailored to your fighting style. Experiment and discover the most effective combos.
Progression and Mastery. Collect experience to unlock and master new permanent techniques and skills between runs, making each playthrough more rewarding.
Diverse Locations and Boss Battles. Battle through various areas, each with its own distinct features and items for combat. Face powerful bosses in each location, testing your skills to the limit.
Fast-Paced Runs. Immerse yourself in rapid, intense street battles. Test your martial arts skills and survival instincts in action-packed showdowns that pay homage to the adrenaline-fueled scenes of action movies, ensuring you're always on the edge of your seat.

Fight fast, precisely, and without remorse.

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OS: Windows 10 64 bit
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4440 CPU / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX960 / AMD Radeon RX560 Series / Intel HD Graphics 4600
Storage: 2 GB available space

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OS: OSX Big Sur 11.7.10 or newer
Processor: Apple M1
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: An OpenGL supported GPU
Storage: 2 GB available space

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Reviewers find the skill arrangement illogical, the color-coding confusing, and the reliance on grinding tedious, hindering the ability to create effective builds.",{"_308":1553,"_310":1554,"_312":1555,"_314":1556,"_316":1557},"Unbalanced level-up scaling, weak progression",0.07526181283813266,0.63,46,"Level-up scaling is unbalanced, with many useless options and mathematically insignificant stat upgrades. Reviewers find the game requires excessive grinding to strengthen the character, and weapon damage scaling is insufficient, making weapons less effective than unarmed attacks.",{"_308":1559,"_310":1560,"_312":391,"_314":1561,"_316":1562},"Inferior to Vampire Survivors",0.06673439518289469,41,"The game is frequently compared unfavorably to Vampire Survivors, lacking its depth, content, and satisfying hit feedback. Reviewers feel the game is slower-paced, less rewarding, and fails to deliver the same level of overwhelming power or replayability.",{"_308":1564,"_310":1565,"_312":343,"_314":938,"_316":1566},"Bugged, unclear move unlocks",0.06429431141797577,"Move unlock progress is often reset, and some unlocks aren't registered, even when achievements show up. Reviewers find the skill unlock conditions unclear and potentially bugged, with inaccurate translations and unreasonable requirements.",{"_308":1568,"_310":1569,"_312":399,"_314":1561,"_316":1570},"Slow start, unrefined gameplay",0.06346907732643933,"The game has a slow start, with slow movement speed and a steep learning curve. Reviewers find the initial difficulty high, the early game tedious, and the overall experience somewhat unrefined and clunky.",{"_308":1572,"_310":1573,"_312":1574,"_314":1575,"_316":1576},"Lacks build variety, restrictive gameplay",0.06261515432646877,0.58,37,"The game lacks build variety and forces players to use the same skills repeatedly. Reviewers find the game restrictive, with limited player agency and a lack of incentives to experiment with different styles.",{"_308":1578,"_310":1579,"_312":353,"_314":106,"_316":1580},"Unenjoyable, repetitive endless mode",0.04895332423852659,"The endless mode adds very little to the game and is not enjoyable. Reviewers find the mode repetitive, with a small play space and a lack of new skills or moves. The card system is also criticized for its randomness and limited selection.",[1582,1587,1591,1595,1599,1603,1607,1611,1615],{"_308":1583,"_310":1584,"_312":333,"_314":1585,"_316":1586},"Interactive environments as weapons",0.11456360571453396,76,"Players can interact with the environment, using objects like brooms, bottles, and furniture as weapons. This adds a layer of strategy to combat, encouraging players to maneuver and utilize their surroundings to defeat enemies. The environment is a key component of both offense and defense.",{"_308":1588,"_310":1589,"_312":343,"_314":1022,"_316":1590},"Survivor-like gameplay with melee focus",0.10586909579738275,"The game adopts the \"survivor\" or \"bullet heaven\" formula, similar to Vampire Survivors, with automatic attacks and a focus on movement and upgrade selection. However, it differentiates itself with a melee combat focus, often incorporating martial arts themes and combo systems. Positioning and timing are crucial for success.",{"_308":1592,"_310":1593,"_312":386,"_314":1575,"_316":1594},"Tactical close-quarters combat",0.06314809730804063,"The game emphasizes close-quarters combat and precise positioning. Players must manage their distance from enemies and strategically angle their attacks, as attack directions vary between skills. This creates a more tactical and engaging combat experience compared to other games in the genre.",{"_308":1596,"_310":1597,"_312":353,"_314":984,"_316":1598},"Stage-based progression with bosses",0.05662690855500349,"The game is structured around a series of stages, each culminating in a boss fight after surviving for a set time. New areas and difficulty levels are unlocked based on completion and specific conditions, providing a sense of progression and replayability. The game features 5 stages with 3 difficulty modes.",{"_308":1600,"_310":1601,"_312":338,"_314":121,"_316":1602},"Dual upgrade system: cash and teeth",0.04510195632229917,"The game features a dual upgrade system: temporary upgrades during a run (using cash) and permanent meta-progression upgrades between runs (using teeth). Players collect teeth from enemies to enhance basic abilities and stats, providing a sense of long-term progression and character development.",{"_308":1604,"_310":1605,"_312":411,"_314":655,"_316":1606},"Early weapon reliance, later obsolescence",0.026624668045186848,"Early gameplay relies on items and weapons due to limited skills, but weapons become less useful later on. There is an auto-pickup of weak items, which can be a nuisance when powerful attacks are being used. The game feels a bit slow initially until more attacks are unlocked.",{"_308":1608,"_310":1609,"_312":348,"_314":497,"_316":1610},"Roguelike elements and replayability",0.022973685717501365,"The game incorporates roguelike elements, such as procedural generation and permanent death. This adds replayability and encourages players to adapt their strategies with each run. The game involves repetitive playthroughs to improve, similar to many roguelike games.",{"_308":1612,"_310":1613,"_312":358,"_314":160,"_316":1614},"Simple movement-based controls",0.013569533431680766,"The game features simple controls, primarily using the joystick or WASD keys for movement. This belies the game's actual complexity. Moving is the only control; there is no strafing.",{"_308":1616,"_310":1617,"_312":428,"_314":160,"_316":1618},"Learning curve for combos",0.012261457596917515,"Initially, learning combos and healing mechanics takes time. Combo creations are a key gameplay element. The game mechanics are simple and clear, with a tutorial that explains everything.",[1620,1624,1628,1632,1636,1640,1643,1647,1651,1654,1658],{"_308":1621,"_310":1622,"_312":343,"_314":1052,"_316":1623},"Various bugs impact gameplay",0.047435567990570485,"Various bugs have been reported, including visual glitches, character freezing, skill cooldown issues, inability to trigger terrain actions, and game crashes. Some bugs are minor and infrequent, while others can significantly impact gameplay. Some players report that bugs are getting fixed quickly.",{"_308":1625,"_310":1626,"_312":343,"_314":103,"_316":1627},"Good performance, especially on specific devices",0.04443883699114607,"The game generally runs well, especially on Steam Deck and Apple Silicon, with smooth performance and optimization noted. Some slowdown may occur when there are too many enemies on screen, but overall performance is positive.",{"_308":1629,"_310":1630,"_312":386,"_314":168,"_316":1631},"Performance issues with many sprites",0.020022876410146884,"Several players have reported performance issues such as frame rate drops, lag, and stuttering, especially when many sprites are on screen or during intense gameplay moments. Some players also reported errors during level loading.",{"_308":1633,"_310":1634,"_312":353,"_314":152,"_316":1635},"Full-screen and resolution issues",0.011375189974797065,"The game has issues with full-screen mode and resolution settings. The game reverts to full-screen mode or default resolution upon relaunch, even after changes are made in the settings.",{"_308":1637,"_310":1638,"_312":386,"_314":100,"_316":1639},"Enemy damage bugs",0.007079155844237508,"Some enemies, particularly in the Legend difficulty, have abnormally high damage output or extended attack range due to bugs. This can lead to unfair or unexpected player deaths.",{"_308":1641,"_310":1638,"_312":386,"_314":100,"_316":1642},"High GPU usage, overheating issues","The game causes high GPU usage and overheating issues, particularly with certain AMD graphics cards. This can lead to performance degradation and potential hardware damage.",{"_308":1644,"_310":1645,"_312":353,"_314":141,"_316":1646},"Gamepad leveling bug",0.004021736984232118,"A bug on the Xbox gamepad prevents players from changing the selection when leveling up without a mouse, especially when replacing the proposed skills.",{"_308":1648,"_310":1649,"_312":348,"_314":141,"_316":1650},"Incorrect pixel art scaling",0.003803524006455264,"The pixel art scaling is not implemented correctly, resulting in filtering instead of crisp integer scaling. This affects the visual fidelity of the game.",{"_308":1652,"_310":1649,"_312":348,"_314":141,"_316":1653},"Requires further optimization","The game requires further optimization to improve performance and stability across different hardware configurations.",{"_308":1655,"_310":1656,"_312":358,"_314":141,"_316":1657},"Steam Deck touch control issues",0.003539577922118754,"Touch controls on the Steam Deck are sometimes malfunctioning, which can hinder gameplay on that device.",{"_308":1659,"_310":1656,"_312":358,"_314":141,"_316":1660},"Smooth character movement","Character movements are generally smooth and responsive, aligning with player intentions except in specific situations.",[1662,1667,1671,1675,1679,1683,1687,1691,1695,1699,1703],{"_308":1663,"_310":1664,"_312":343,"_314":1665,"_316":1666},"Good value for low price",0.3607999845836438,359,"The game is frequently recommended due to its low price, which many reviewers consider a great value. Even with some flaws, the low cost makes it an easy purchase to try out, and many feel they get their money's worth. Some reviewers explicitly state they would still recommend it at full price, but suggest buying it on sale for an even better deal.",{"_308":1668,"_310":1669,"_312":353,"_314":121,"_316":1670},"Appeals to Jackie Chan fans",0.042238602617788765,"The game's style and references to 80s action movies, especially those featuring Jackie Chan, are a major draw for many reviewers. They recommend it to fans of Jackie Chan movies and those seeking a nostalgic experience. Some reviewers express excitement about the game's recreation of Jackie Chan's prime.",{"_308":1672,"_310":1673,"_312":428,"_314":650,"_316":1674},"Very positive overall experience",0.03996935695729183,"Some reviewers give the game very high scores (9/10 or 10/10), indicating a high level of enjoyment. They may highlight specific aspects they loved, such as the ability to use everything as a weapon. However, these reviews often lack specific details about gameplay mechanics or suggestions for improvement.",{"_308":1676,"_310":1677,"_312":348,"_314":103,"_316":1678},"Desire for future content/updates",0.03863697993002472,"Many reviewers express a desire for future updates, DLC, and expansions to add more content, levels, characters, and features. They hope the developers will continue to support and improve the game, indicating a willingness to purchase additional content. Some reviewers anticipate returning to the game in the future to enjoy the unlocked content and combat moves.",{"_308":1680,"_310":1681,"_312":348,"_314":1046,"_316":1682},"Similar to Vampire Survivors",0.033238432955255456,"The game is often compared to Vampire Survivors, with some reviewers recommending it to fans of the genre. While some find it a good clone, others feel it doesn't quite reach the same level of enjoyment. Some reviewers appreciate the unique differences that set it apart from other similar games.",{"_308":1684,"_310":1685,"_312":358,"_314":655,"_316":1686},"Suggestions for gameplay improvements",0.02561813466904861,"Reviewers suggest specific gameplay tweaks and strategies. These include adjusting item damage scaling, adding new game modes, optimizing move combos, and balancing difficulty levels. These suggestions aim to improve the overall player experience and address specific pain points.",{"_308":1688,"_310":1689,"_312":358,"_314":156,"_316":1690},"Suggestions for new content/features",0.011835292095627527,"Reviewers suggest specific ideas for future content, such as new characters with unique movesets inspired by action film stars. They also propose implementing character synergies for special moves and expanding the upgrade system. These suggestions aim to enhance the game's depth and replayability.",{"_308":1692,"_310":1693,"_312":428,"_314":152,"_316":1694},"Good for short-term enjoyment",0.009046355621120512,"Some reviewers suggest the game is only good for a few evenings of entertainment. They may have had reasonable expectations given the low price point. This suggests limited long-term replayability for some players.",{"_308":1696,"_310":1697,"_312":358,"_314":148,"_316":1698},"Appeals to roguelike enthusiasts",0.00806849285211103,"The game is recommended for players who enjoy roguelikes, challenges, and digging into builds. Some reviewers express a desire to spend more time playing the game, aiming to compete in how long they can survive on a level. This suggests the game offers a satisfying level of depth and replayability for certain players.",{"_308":1700,"_310":1701,"_312":428,"_314":100,"_316":1702},"Steam Deck compatible",0.005378995234740685,"The game is reported to be compatible with the Steam Deck. This makes it a good option for players who enjoy gaming on the go.",{"_308":1704,"_310":1705,"_312":1095,"_314":100,"_316":1706},"Compared unfavorably to HoloCure",0.004523177810560256,"One reviewer suggests HoloCure as a better alternative, highlighting that it is free and better made. This is a direct comparison to another game in the genre.",[1708,1712,1716,1720,1723],{"_308":1709,"_310":1710,"_312":343,"_314":176,"_316":1711},"Inspired by Jackie Chan movies",0.048910339837343456,"The game heavily draws inspiration from Jackie Chan's movies and 80s/90s action films, with many references and a similar fighting style. This evokes nostalgia for fans of the genre and creates a unique aesthetic.",{"_308":1713,"_310":1714,"_312":386,"_314":267,"_316":1715},"Desire for more content/characters",0.023670584191255055,"Reviewers suggest adding more content such as new characters (including female characters, Bruce Lee, Gordon Liu, Neo, and Ip Man), skins, levels, and achievements to extend the game's lifespan and broaden its universe. Some suggest these additions as potential DLC.",{"_308":1717,"_310":1718,"_312":353,"_314":100,"_316":1719},"Active developer support",0.006763728426268147,"The developers are actively working on the game and responding to feedback, as evidenced by recent patches and updates. This suggests a commitment to improving the game based on player input.",{"_308":1721,"_310":1656,"_312":358,"_314":141,"_316":1722},"Tutorial covers only basics","The tutorial only covers the most basic functions, potentially leaving players unfamiliar with some of the game's mechanics. This could lead to initial frustration or a steeper learning curve.",{"_308":1724,"_310":1725,"_312":1095,"_314":141,"_316":1726},"Negative reviews comments disabled",0.0026894976173703427,"The reviewer notes that many negative reviews have comments disabled, which is a potential sign of review bombing or attempts to suppress criticism. This reduces the reliability and constructiveness of the reviews.",{"_562":1728,"_570":1732,"_579":1736},{"_564":1729,"_566":1730,"_568":1731},7750,5884,1866,[576,1222,1226,1733,1734,1735,577],"Meta-Progression","Card-based Gameplay","Survivor-like",[1737,1741,1744,1747,1750,1753,1756,1759,1762,1766,1769,1772,1776,1779,1782,1785,1789,1792,1795,1798,1801,1804,1807,1810,1813,1816,1819,1822,1825,1829,1833,1836,1839,1842,1845],{"_308":1738,"_312":1739,"_316":1740},"More levels/stages",0.29,"Players desire more levels/stages to increase game length and variety.",{"_308":1742,"_312":1739,"_316":1743},"More playable characters with unique movesets and diverse options","Players want more character options, including female characters and those inspired by action stars, to increase replayability and build variety.",{"_308":1745,"_312":1739,"_316":1746},"More story content","Players feel the game lacks a compelling narrative.",{"_308":1748,"_312":1739,"_316":1749},"More character customization options","Players desire more ways to customize their character's appearance or abilities, including more skins/cosmetics.",{"_308":1751,"_312":423,"_316":1752},"Reduced RNG in move and upgrade selection","Players find the current reliance on RNG for move selection and upgrades frustrating, leading to unwinnable situations.",{"_308":1754,"_312":423,"_316":1755},"More flexible and viable combo system with optimized move combinations","Players find the current combo system inflexible and restrictive, limiting viable skill combinations and needing optimization.",{"_308":1757,"_312":423,"_316":1758},"Less grindy and clearer skill/move unlock system with reduced overall grinding for character strength","Players find the current skill and move unlock system too grindy, complex, and unclear, requiring excessive grinding to strengthen the character.",{"_308":1760,"_312":423,"_316":1761},"Improved overall game balance, including damage scaling, difficulty levels, and level-up options","Players report balance issues with damage scaling, difficulty levels, and many useless or mathematically insignificant level-up options.",{"_308":1763,"_312":1764,"_316":1765},"Manual control over character combos",0.19,"Players desire more direct control over combo execution.",{"_308":1767,"_312":1764,"_316":1768},"Manual control over environmental interactions","Players desire more direct control over using environmental objects.",{"_308":1770,"_312":1764,"_316":1771},"Improved weapon utility and damage scaling","Weapons become liabilities in later stages and deal negligible damage, making them less useful than unarmed attacks.",{"_308":1773,"_312":1774,"_316":1775},"Improved hit detection and hitboxes",0.16,"Players report inconsistent hitboxes and issues with enemy collision damage.",{"_308":1777,"_312":1774,"_316":1778},"Improved enemy AI","Players find enemy AI questionable, leading to frustrating encounters.",{"_308":1780,"_312":1774,"_316":1781},"Adjusted player hitbox size","Players find the player hitbox too large, contributing to unfair damage.",{"_308":1783,"_312":1774,"_316":1784},"Improved auto-targeting","Players report issues with the auto-targeting system.",{"_308":1786,"_312":1787,"_316":1788},"More challenging and unique boss battles",0.13,"Players find current boss battles too easy, uninspired, and lacking unique patterns or mechanics.",{"_308":1790,"_312":591,"_316":1791},"Less restrictive directional attack limitations","Players find combat restrictive due to limitations on attack directions.",{"_308":1793,"_312":591,"_316":1794},"Increased attack range","Players find the attack range too short, making combat tedious.",{"_308":1796,"_312":591,"_316":1797},"Ability to move backward during combat","Lack of backward movement makes combat feel restrictive and forces kiting.",{"_308":1799,"_312":595,"_316":1800},"Clearer skill descriptions","Players find skill descriptions vague and confusing.",{"_308":1802,"_312":595,"_316":1803},"More logical skill arrangement","Players find the skill arrangement illogical.",{"_308":1805,"_312":595,"_316":1806},"Improved color-coding in skill system","Players find the color-coding in the skill system confusing.",{"_308":1808,"_312":1235,"_316":1809},"Faster initial movement speed","Players find the game's start slow due to slow movement speed.",{"_308":1811,"_312":1235,"_316":1812},"Smoother early game experience","Players find the early game tedious and unrefined.",{"_308":1814,"_312":1235,"_316":1815},"More build variety","Players feel the game lacks build variety and forces repetitive skill usage.",{"_308":1817,"_312":1235,"_316":1818},"Increased player agency and incentives to experiment with styles","Players desire more freedom and reasons to try different gameplay styles.",{"_308":1820,"_312":1235,"_316":1821},"Fix various gameplay and technical bugs","Players report numerous bugs including visual glitches, character freezing, skill cooldown issues, terrain action failures, game crashes, move unlock issues, enemy damage bugs, gamepad issues, and Steam Deck touch control problems.",{"_308":1823,"_312":368,"_316":1824},"Improved and expanded endless mode with more skills and less randomness","Players find the endless mode repetitive, unenjoyable, and lacking new content, with criticism for its randomness and limited card selection.",{"_308":1826,"_312":1827,"_316":1828},"New game modes",0.03,"Players suggest adding new game modes.",{"_308":1830,"_312":1831,"_316":1832},"Improved performance and optimization, especially with many on-screen sprites and reduced GPU usage",0.02,"Players report frame rate drops, lag, stuttering, high GPU usage, and overheating, indicating a need for further optimization.",{"_308":1834,"_312":1831,"_316":1835},"More achievements","Players desire more achievements.",{"_308":1837,"_312":1239,"_316":1838},"Fix full-screen and resolution settings issues","The game reverts to full-screen or default resolution upon relaunch, ignoring user 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