Spellbreak
September 3, 2020
Spellbreak is a multiplayer action-spellcasting game where you unleash your inner battlemage. Master elemental magic to fit your playstyle and cast powerful spell combinations to dominate other players across the Hollow Lands. Unleash your inner battlemage in Spellbreak. When magic is forbidden, locked in the iron grip of the Vowkeepers, …
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76.7
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"When it comes to battle royal games, you certainly can&s;t do much better than Spellbreak. Its clever use of casting combinations of magic spells while soaring through lovely environments makes it one exciting and delightful online experience."
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70.0
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65.0
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55.0
"As it stands, the satisfying gauntlet combos and fast-paced combat can only go so far. With Fortnite’s season 4 providing an array of similar superpowers, to achieve longevity, Spellbreak must continue to shake up the status quo. Thankfully, that’s exactly …"
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75.0
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60.0
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40.0
"Magical combat is a new take on battle royale, but inconsistent battles and match pacing disappoint"
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30.0
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75.0
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20.0
"Spellbreak is an interesting battle royale that offers intense fights with spells and enchantments, but its "magic" runs out quite fast."
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75.0
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70.0
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65.0
"Spellbreak could be a huge hit if it was capable of drawing in the numbers, but a poor marketing campaign established otherwise. Even still, Proletariat&s;s fantastic sound design, music, gameplay mechanics, and art style creates a hugely immersive experience for …"
Read original review"Spellbreak is a good battle-royale with great combat. It&s;s graphics and world-design won&s;t "wow" anyone, but the ability to dish out devastating magical destruction in chaotic duals is unlike anything else currently on the market."
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55.0
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65.0
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45.0
"Despite featuring an interesting gimmick, Spellbreak is hindered by a weak setting and repetitive combat that feels too standard for such a crowded genre."
Read original review"Overall, Spellbreak is unbridled fun as you and other mages do battle with various elemental powers. It keeps the core of what makes the battle royale genre successful whilst adding in its own unique gameplay, charm, and character."
Read original review"Future updates will hopefully sort out all those connection issues, but what Spellbreak needs more than anything is a glow up. Because the elemental combat here is sensational, but all that goodness is trapped in this garden-variety fantasy setting that&s;s …"
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85.0
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70.0
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40.0
"Spellbreak is a refreshing burst of magical fresh air for the battle royale genre thanks to its captivating combat and flashy style, but its map has room to improve."
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70.0
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78.0
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62.0
"I absolute had a blast with Spellbreak. This is a title in the overpopulated battle royale that deserves to find success and is gunning for your attention – it simply is ticking a lot of the right boxes for someone …"
Read original review"Spellbreak runs well, it’s unique, and most importantly, it’s fun to play. If Proletariat Games sticks with Spellbreak and continues to improve it, it should be able to carve a long term niche in the popular battle royale genre."
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30.0
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30.0
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30.0
"All of that said, I think Spellbreak is a truly unique take on the Battle Royale genre which brings enough ideas to the table that it feels like a fresh multiplayer experience, even within the familiarity and comfort of the …"
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65.0
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80.0
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"A new participant arrives in the battle royale arena. With originality and unique touches, Spellbreak seeks to quickly take over a good portion of the players."
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70.0
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85.0
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40.0
"Spellbreak&s;s magic systems and fun take on the battle royale genre show that with some more time and development it&s;s going to be something really impressive. Whether or not it has the staying power is up to time and how …"
Read original review"Spellbreak&s;s combat is stylish and offers a lot of flexibility. If the developer follows through on its roadmap (which promises more storytelling among other things), it could really turn into something special."
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85.0
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70.0
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60.0
"Spellbreak is probably not the most complete or complex Battle Royale, but it has a winning combination, the use of magic, its beautiful artistic section and a relatively affordable gateway, and that encourages a lot to continue playing this type …"
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82.0
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74.0
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71.0
"Spellbreak is typically a blast, no matter which of the platforms you jump on to play it delivering some fast paced fantasy battle royale action."
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95.0
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85.0
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60.0
"Spellbreak is the battle royale-styled action-adventure title that magic wielders have been waiting for! Its vibrant and beautiful landscapes make the world feel like something out of Breath of the Wild, and the unique classes and abilities make each hard …"
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75.0
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85.0
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60.0
"An intriguing take on the battle royale formula which swaps out soldiers and guns for wizards and spells, Spellbreak is a touch limited in its current form certainly. However, resoundingly solid fundamentals, a gorgeous art style and a promising content …"
Read original review"Released by developer Proletariat in September 2020, Spellbreak is a new Battle Royale multiplayer experience which allows players to conjure spells and channel the elements in order to defeat enemies. Although Spellbreak has its rough edges and is still no …"
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92.0
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88.0
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30.0
"With the addition of new game modes and a quest system, Spellbreak continues to improve on the base game. Proletariat has done a great job at creating a platform for a game. They have left a lot of space for …"
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65.0
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85.0
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70.0
"Have you been feeling like Fortnite has become a bit played out? I have… though I think I felt that way pretty early since I always considered the quick-build types complete BS but I digress..."
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78.0
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82.0
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68.0
"New battle royale games seem to be coming out every week – just this past month we’ve also had Hyperspace. That being said, Spellbreak is the most fun I’ve had in the genre since I first tried Fortnite. It still …"
Read original review"Spellbreak is a fun and frantic battle royale that still has room to grow as it evolves with future seasons."
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70.0
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"Spellbreak is exactly what you want a fantasy-themed magical battle royale to be. You can soar through the skies, cast powerful spells, and combine elements to devastating effect. The combat is fast, chaotic, and absolutely epic. Playing Spellbreak is like …"
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70.0
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"Spellbreak offers a breath of life into the lungs of the battle royale genre. New battle royales have to fight hard to keep their head above the water that is infested by the titans that are Fortnite, PUBG, Warzone, and …"
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40.0
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75.0
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60.0
"Spellbreak has launched with a foundation for greatness, with a fantastic combat system that I’m determined to master through many hours of play. However, to earn that attention post-launch support will be key. Proletariat already has a roadmap detailed and …"
Read original review"Spellbreak is a unique, fast-paced Battle Royalke that takes a few risks which mostly pay off. It needs some work in fringe areas like cosmetics and levelling, but the gameplay is solid."
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75.0
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"Spellbreak is up against some pretty tough competition in the ongoing battle for your time and attention, but it&s;s an enjoyable romp that ultimately holds its own. The magic-based combat system proves to feel distinct and interesting next to other …"
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75.0
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62.0
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70.0
"Spellbreak holds vast potential and is full of depths to explore, but it&s;s not quite there yet, despite the 1.0 release. Sure, it&s;s fun enough to play if you can sit down with two of your friends and bash out …"
Read original review"Spellbreak bets on spells and abilities instead of weapons and equipment in a new style of Battle Royale game. Despite the fun gameplay and the very welcome cross-play options, the very large map makes some matches monotonous. Right now, the …"
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70.0
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85.0
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40.0
"This magical battle royale takes a recommendation of 8 points. Mainly for an enriched approach to the genre and brisk gameplay and matchmaking. The advantage is that you don&s;t even have to play with friends to cooperate, because you can …"
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70.0
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"Spellbound is a fun battle royale game that substitutes guns for elemental powers and magic. You&s;ll want to think strategically to pair the best gauntlets with the best runes. Take on other enemies in a squad of three to prove …"
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86.0
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"Spellbreak deserves a place among the other Battle Royale greats. It breaks away from the others in the genre and does so with amazing polish, thoughtful design, and is most importantly just so much fun to play."
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65.0
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75.0
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"Spellbreak does more than enough to allow it to stand out in a stuffed genre and offers a terrific variety in its weapon options. There’s absolutely something here if you’re looking for a Royale without shotguns. Don’t sleep on it."
Read original review"As someone who has grown tired of the ever increasing emphasis on competitive multiplayer games, I really wasn’t expecting to like Spellbreak. However, I was pleasantly surprised after I tried it. The combat is simple, yet provides enough depth for …"
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75.0
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90.0
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"Adopting a unique approach and fun mechanics, Spellbreak manages to deliver a Battle Royale that deserves your attention, especially if you are tired of shooting games."
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