Reviews of Downwell

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List of user reviews and ratings for Downwell

Total ratings

4.04 (Rating count: 8,270)

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Review summary

Downwell is praised for its addictive, fast roguelike gameplay and nostalgic indie vibe, with quick, mobile-friendly sessions. However, it suffers from mobile control shortcomings, no controller support, stability bugs, and a very high difficulty level for newcomers. Improvements around UI customization and audio controls could broaden its appeal beyond seasoned players.

Pros

Tough, fast-paced roguelike that is highly addictive.
Nostalgic, timeless indie roguelike vibe with strong appeal.
Short, pick-up-and-play sessions that are great for mobile on-the-go.
Simple core mechanics with a high skill ceiling.
Beloved by players with broad positive reception and replay value.

Cons

No controller support on Android; many players request controller compatibility.
Mobile controls are awkward: small buttons, clumsy layout, thumbs often cover controls, and no remapping.
Frequent bugs and stability issues: crashes, input freezes, and runs ending unexpectedly.
Extremely hard and not beginner-friendly, especially on mobile.
Lack of audio/UI customization options (no mute button, no remapping, limited control repositioning).

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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 4.20

All time rating average: 4.04

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16% (13)

Date	Author	Comment
2026-06-21	Mu*****	Very satisfying
Very satisfying
2026-05-18	bi*****	it's a really good game but it could use some more audio options. you can toggle the music but not the sound effects, so you can't really play it while listening to something in the background.
it's a really good game but it could use some more audio options. you can toggle the music but not the sound effects, so you can't really play it while listening to something in the background.
2026-05-18	Da*****	Supercool game for $3. Simple yet fun! Love the unlockable color sets and such, fast paced gameplay with no lags and responsive controls. Would recommend!
Supercool game for $3. Simple yet fun! Love the unlockable color sets and such, fast paced gameplay with no lags and responsive controls. Would recommend!
2026-05-07	Ru*****	almost perfect game but I was disheartened to see the issues I'm having with control glitches and freezing between levels were reported over 5 years ago and are unresolved
almost perfect game but I was disheartened to see the issues I'm having with control glitches and freezing between levels were reported over 5 years ago and are unresolved
2026-05-03	js*****	La mejor compra en videojuegos para telefono, definitvamente si te gustan los clasicos arcade en pixel art, este es tu juegazo, no dudes en comprarlo, no te vas a arrepentir en nada.
La mejor compra en videojuegos para telefono, definitvamente si te gustan los clasicos arcade en pixel art, este es tu juegazo, no dudes en comprarlo, no te vas a arrepentir en nada.
2026-04-29	Al*****	Needs controler support
Needs controler support
2026-04-02	Je*****	Great game, fun concept, awesome visuals... Absolutely terrible controls.
Great game, fun concept, awesome visuals... Absolutely terrible controls.
2026-02-25	Ha*****	The gems should not expire in time void chambers. Also the jump we get from stomping monsters should not land us on platforms above. This is not about skill, just frustrating
The gems should not expire in time void chambers. Also the jump we get from stomping monsters should not land us on platforms above. This is not about skill, just frustrating
2026-02-06	Ma*****	Tough as nails but incredible rogue lite. Also, absolutely perfect for phone interfaces
Tough as nails but incredible rogue lite. Also, absolutely perfect for phone interfaces
2026-01-30	Lu*****	This game changed my life
This game changed my life