When comparing Read Only Memories vs Mage Gauntlet, the Slant community recommends Mage Gauntlet for most people. In the question“What are the best pixel art games?” Mage Gauntlet is ranked 50th while Read Only Memories is ranked 57th. The most important reason people chose Mage Gauntlet is:
Once the game is beaten, master mode unlocks which has mixed levels and new secret areas.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Superb soundtrack
The music is filled with special emotions that fit well with the vibe of the whole game.
Pro Multiple choices and endings
In almost every single conversation you can choose your response, which will affect the flow of the conversation leading to different outcomes.
Pro Cyberpunk point and click
Pro Demo available
Not many people nowadays do those, but this game has one.
Pro Really likable characters
All characters are, well, characters, as in they all have different goals, perspectives, thoughts, styles, etc. They are unique and for the most part really cool.
Pro Master mode
Once the game is beaten, master mode unlocks which has mixed levels and new secret areas.
Pro Robust loot system
Mage gauntlet has a very robust loot system that includes many different armor and weapon sets as well as upgrades for spells.
Pro Unique magic system
The magic system in Mage Gauntlet consists of a limited moveset of four spells that need to be replenished from in world urns, making for a bit of a balancing act of when to use spells in order to get through the tougher parts of each level.
Pro Touch screen controls work great
Like other RocketCat games, the on screen controls are spot on.
Pro Very reminiscent of SNES era games
Mage Gauntlet has the design similar of games such as Chrono Trigger or Secret of Mana, making for a experience full of nostalgia.
Cons
Con Nonsensical puzzles
There is absolutely no rhyme or reason to any of the puzzles presented in the game. Even "adventure game logic" makes more sense here.
Con Incredibly cringy story
The story is one of the most unintelligent vapid dribble I've had the misfortune of being exposed to. With a cast of unrelatable insufferable characters railroading you into making absolutely stupid choices.
Con Lacks depth in gameplay
Mage Gauntlet is primarily focused on action-based gameplay and tends to forget many traditional RPG-elements such as upgrading and gathering loot. Mage Gauntlet is filled with corridor fights that aren't ideal for extended play, while boss fights lack variety because they all behave in a similar way.
Con Story is lackluster
While borrowing from many RPG greats from the past, the plot feels a bit derivative while also falling a bit flat. Better writing could have definitely helped flesh out the adventure more.