3 Stars of Destiny
- February 23, 2009
- Aldorlea Games
- 100h median play time
Get on Steam"3 Stars of Destiny" is a 2D RPG featuring three teenagers with special powers, tasked with defeating an evil god seeking to absorb their abilities. With 80 hours of gameplay, explore unique places, defeat tons of enemies, and complete 50 quests. Expect addictive gameplay, an engaging adventure, and the challenge of unlocking 50 achievements.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a great storyline with lots of surprises and character depth, making it engaging for players.
- It offers a long playtime with numerous side quests and hidden secrets, providing plenty of content for exploration.
- The combat system is solid, with a friendship mechanic that enhances gameplay and allows for various party combinations.
- The main character is often portrayed as unlikable, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The story can feel disjointed and lacks coherence, leading to moments of confusion for players.
- There are issues with balance in battles, including difficulty spikes and a high encounter rate that can become tedious.
- story108 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its depth and charm, particularly in character interactions and the nostalgic connections to the Laxius Power series. However, many critiques highlight issues with pacing, convoluted plot points, and a lack of engagement, leading to a feeling of disconnection from the characters and narrative. Overall, while the story has its moments and surprises, it often struggles to maintain interest throughout the gameplay.
“I am a big fan of this saga and playing a game that tells the story before the three games made me feel so happy. The Hall of Madness being explained, seeing Lisa, Wendala, Jezzie, and Leanda living their lives before we met in other games, a lot of references making me feel like Laxius Power is a universe as big as Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter. Everything was wonderful; I loved it like a child.”
“The game is rich, the combat thrilling, and the story epic.”
“It is an addictive and enthralling story that evokes emotion towards the characters.”
“The story is not the best; however, the atmosphere the story is in is very enthralling.”
“The author of this game tried to develop a love story where a relationship forms as the characters mature, but did not succeed.”
“On the negative side, the story wasn't that interesting -- at least, not until late game, then it got somewhat more intriguing, but it was never a story that kept me on the edge of my seat, and I never really cared about the characters or plot or setting.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring a cute friendship system and manageable party dynamics, though exploration can become tedious due to navigation challenges and a lack of fast travel options until late in the game. While the mechanics are solid and balanced, the user interface is considered weak, and some players may find the gameplay standard for the RPG genre with a few unique twists. Overall, it offers a good experience, particularly for those familiar with the series.
“The gameplay is also cute, with the friendship system; a total of 10 party members is very manageable while allowing for different combinations.”
“It's well-crafted in terms of exploration gameplay, generally.”
“The gameplay and characters are both good, and it's a very solid game overall.”
“When it takes about the same amount of time to find your way back to the main story as it did for you to get lost in a side area, exploration becomes a bit more tedious. You start to think twice about pursuing a side quest as opposed to following the main story in the hopes that there is an opportunity to come back to finish the side quest later.”
“The only thing I can complain about is there is no easy way to teleport to where you've been in the past until the end of the game, which is an issue even Dragon Warrior 3 solved 30 years ago with its Wing of the Wyvern mechanic.”
“But I didn't read the manual, if it has one, and the game itself has no in-game explanation of its mechanics, so often I had to guess.”
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a blend of juvenile and quirky humor, with enjoyable characters and humorous conversations that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the funny banter and interactions, which keep the gameplay engaging and lively. The humor effectively complements the old-school RPG style, making it both entertaining and challenging.
“Nice RPG Maker game with juvenile humor that does justice to the genre it emulates.”
“The characters are enjoyable, the conversations are quirky to just humorous, there are secret rooms to find in unusual places, and you don't have to sit in one place for hours leveling up to beat bosses.”
“There's often funny banter between characters.”
- grinding14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it enjoyable and rewarding, especially with achievements tied to battles, others describe it as tedious and boring. The balance between grinding for resources and exploring can lead to frustration, particularly when side quests feel overly time-consuming compared to the main story. Overall, the game offers a lengthy experience, but the grinding for gold and resources can be challenging, especially in the early stages.
“Boring and awfully tedious.”
“Great game... a bit hard on the grinding for gold but a great game.”
“Between the main quest, the grinding, and the side quests this game lasts a long time.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their beautiful artwork and charming old-school RPG Maker style, which resonates well with fans of classic 2D graphics. Reviewers appreciate the aesthetic, particularly during battles, and find it enhances the overall experience of the game.
“The artwork is beautiful, the script and story are entertaining, and I love all the side quests.”
“Overall, I'd recommend this game to anyone who loves old school styled RPGs and enjoys the RPG Maker style of graphics.”
“Personally, I adore the style of RPG Maker's graphics and do not consider that a fault.”
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game received mixed feedback, with some players finding it repetitive and annoying, particularly in the first town. Overall, while some described the music as "okay," the general sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction due to its lack of variety.
“The music played in the first town was annoying.”
“Repetitive music and sounds.”
“The music was okay.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game's narrative, particularly appreciating the backstory and character development that enriches the universe, likening it to beloved franchises like Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter. However, some reviewers felt that a lackluster story and gameplay mechanics detracted from their overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and early abandonment of the game.
“I am a big fan of this saga, and playing a game that tells the story before the three games made me feel so happy. The Hall of Madness being explained, seeing Lisa, Wendala, Jezzie, and Leanda living their lives before we met in other games, with a lot of references, made me feel like Laxius Power is a universe as big as Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter. Everything was wonderful; I loved it like a child.”
“The story is generic and boring, which makes it hard to feel any emotional connection to the characters or events.”
“The weak battle system and low money drops only add to the frustration, making it difficult to invest emotionally in the game.”
“I quit 20 minutes in because I couldn't connect with the story or the characters on any emotional level.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to numerous secrets, achievements, and the inclusion of Steam trading cards, making it an appealing choice for players who enjoy exploring and completing challenges.
“There are tons of secrets and a lot of achievements, and the game has replayability if you're inclined.”
“Add in lots of replayability, Steam achievements, and trading cards, and it's a good buy.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the story may not be the strongest element, the atmosphere is consistently described as captivating and engaging, enhancing the overall experience.
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game has been criticized as lacking significance, with players expressing disappointment that the growth and changes of characters feel ultimately unimportant or ineffective.
“This is disappointing since that means all character development here was worthless.”
