40
Aside from (mostly useless) experiments with weaponry, The Weaponographist has nothing going for it.
45
The concepts behind the The Weaponographist are interesting ones, and they incentivize combo-hunting better than most titles I've seen in a while. It's just too bad that the developers weren't able to get a better handle on character progression and combat design. With a lot of tweaking, this could have been a bite-sized little gem. As it stands? The Weaponographist is a drawn-out mess.
50
In the end I found the game to be fun in small doses, but the repetitive levels and grindy gameplay turned me off.
2
+ + + Pros + + + 1. Modern version of arcade hits Smash TV, Total Carnage or Gauntlet 2. Nice cartoon graphics (plenty of various monsters) 3. Good music with 16bit feel - - - Cons - - - 1. Bad controls (heavy inertia,no diagonal shooting,no auto pickup weapons) 2. Only for one player (no co-op) 3. Only 1 life for hardcore players only,who finished Smash TV with 1 credit (no lives or continues) Good looking game,bad gameplay,wasted opportunity. How could this passed quality control?
10
Fast paced action, ridiculous enemies, and witty humor makes The Weaponographist incredibly enjoyable. I highly recommend it if you enjoy rouge-likes, lots of silly weapons, and great enemy design.
The Weaponographist
Released On:
Apr 29, 2015
Metascore
Mixed or Average
58
User score
Mixed or Average
6.8
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May 9, 2015
75
Fresh and engaging, The Weaponographist is a succinct package of roguelike goodness. If you need a quick fix of something new for a weekend, this weapon-breaking dungeon-delver will suit that need perfectly.
Apr 29, 2015
70
This is one of those friendly games that just about anyone would enjoy picking up for short play sessions every now and again, especially those who like their dungeon crawlers tinged with a sense of humor and a retro flavor.
Apr 29, 2015
70
There are some intriguing elements at play, but there are more interesting and engaging rogue-likes out there already.
Apr 27, 2015
60
The Weaponographist delivers pretty well on the pitched idea: a frantic arena battler that keeps things in constant motion. While it’s far from perfect, the interesting mechanics and decent all-around design make it fun, if a bit repetitive.
May 19, 2015
50
The Weaponographist has the small advantage of being light, mindless and easy to pick up. It would be tempting to recommend the game for those impatient or uninterested in more intricate Roguelike mechanics, but it is exuberantly padded and becomes increasingly difficult in the later stages.
Apr 30, 2015
50
I enjoy the basic gameplay, and the Saturday-morning cartoon-style visuals and light humor add to the fun. However, the lack of variety and poor design decisions make it seem like I'm the one that's cursed whenever I play.
Sep 10, 2015
40
Aside from (mostly useless) experiments with weaponry, The Weaponographist has nothing going for it.
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Apr 29, 2015
10
Fast paced action, ridiculous enemies, and witty humor makes The Weaponographist incredibly enjoyable. I highly recommend it if you enjoy rouge-likes, lots of silly weapons, and great enemy design.
Apr 30, 2015
2
+ + + Pros + + + 1. Modern version of arcade hits Smash TV, Total Carnage or Gauntlet 2. Nice cartoon graphics (plenty of various monsters) 3. Good music with 16bit feel - - - Cons - - - 1. Bad controls (heavy inertia,no diagonal shooting,no auto pickup weapons) 2. Only for one player (no co-op) 3. Only 1 life for hardcore players only,who finished Smash TV with 1 credit (no lives or continues) Good looking game,bad gameplay,wasted opportunity. How could this passed quality control?
SummaryPlay as Doug McGrave, famous demon hunter for hire. Highest level, bestest gear, ruggedly handsome, and unrepentant jerk. For refusing to aid one stinking demon-infested town, you are immediately and deservedly cursed. Your powers, your wealth, and your weapons Poof! Gone.
