Deep Rock Galactic
*Please note that this is the original Deep Dive episode conducted on Deep Rock Galactic in 2020 during version 1.0. To see our page where we revisit to the game in 2023 during Season 4, you can click here.
Steam Description:
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves, 100% destructible environments, procedurally-generated caves, and endless hordes of alien monsters.
Episode Summary:
Deep Rock Galactic: A Co-op First-Person Shooter with Dwarves and Endless Hordes of Monsters
Deep Rock Galactic is a four-player co-op game that combines the graphical style of Minecraft with the gameplay of Left 4 Dead. Players take on the role of badass space dwarves and navigate procedurally generated caves, mining resources and fighting off waves of alien monsters. The game offers different classes, objectives, and challenges, making it a fun and unique multiplayer experience.
Co-op Gameplay and Class Abilities
The gameplay in this game involves various difficulty levels and a sense of humor, with players taking on the role of dwarves working for a corporation in a space station. The game offers a lot of customization options, including upgrading guns, armor, and abilities, as well as a skill tree with a large ceiling for progression. There are different classes in the game, each with unique abilities that complement each other, such as the driller who can create shortcuts and the engineer who can deploy platforms and turrets. The game also features procedurally generated maps, adding complexity and variety to each playthrough.
Deep Rock Galactic: A Co-op Multiplayer Game with Tons of Options
The game offers a variety of missions of different difficulties, allowing players to choose their preferred challenge level. It provides options for progression, combat, mining, exploration, and character customization. However, the leveling system is slow, and the gameplay loop can become repetitive after a while. Overall, it's a fun game to play with friends, but the content may feel limited after several hours of gameplay.
Deep Rock Galactic: A Fun Multiplayer Game Worth the Price
The reviewers highly recommend playing Deep Rock Galactic with friends, as it is a well-developed game that is worth the $30 price tag. Playing solo is dull and boring, but with friends, it offers a positive and enjoyable experience. The game is comparable to other popular titles like Valorant and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, ranking around the middle of the leaderboard. The reviewers invite listeners to engage with them on social media and look forward to discussing Overwatch in the next episode.
Key Points Covered
1. Deep Rock Galactic: A Co-op First-Person Shooter with Dwarves and Endless Hordes of Monsters
2. Co-op Gameplay and Class Abilities
3. Deep Rock Galactic: A Co-op Multiplayer Game with Tons of Options
4. Deep Rock Galactic: A Fun Multiplayer Game Worth the Price
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