A Timely Intervention
- March 24, 2017
- Aldorlea Games
Get on Steam"A Timely Intervention" is a turn-based RPG set in a steampunk world, where the player must prevent a war by solving mysteries and building relationships. With a variety of customizable characters and jobs, players can tailor their party to their preferred playstyle. The game features a unique time-travel mechanic, allowing players to revisit past decisions and alter the outcome of events.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- A Timely Intervention features a well-written story and engaging characters, providing a nostalgic RPG experience.
- The game offers solid gameplay mechanics, including strategic turn-based combat and a charming art style, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- With a variety of features such as multiple difficulty levels, mouse support, and rewarding exploration, the game stands out as a well-crafted RPG Maker title.
- The game is somewhat linear, limiting opportunities for side quests and exploration once certain sections are completed.
- Some players found the combat to be too easy, particularly on lower difficulty settings, which may detract from the challenge for experienced RPG fans.
- There are complaints about the lack of relationship-developing events and character pairings feeling out of place in the narrative.
- story22 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its well-written narrative, engaging character development, and nostalgic RPG mechanics, offering a mix of humor, suspense, and moral lessons. Players appreciate the interesting plot, particularly the time travel element and the dual-party system, although some note the linearity and missed opportunities for side quests. Overall, the story is considered a standout feature, with rich interactions and a captivating storyline that keeps players invested.
“A timely intervention brings classic RPG mechanics with a well-written story, offering a nostalgic experience.”
“The game is rich in story, plot, suspense, and the typical fun of RPG.”
“The story is quite well made, the interactions between characters are well written and show consistent character, and there is plenty of humor, much of it genuinely funny.”
“My main issue is how linear the game is; I only found out that you can't go back to complete your side quests until it was too late.”
“You play two different parties and switch off at different plot points, which can be confusing and disrupts the flow of the narrative.”
“While the character development and story initially hooked me, the overall execution felt lacking compared to bigger indie and AAA titles.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as standard for RPG Maker, featuring a charming art style that complements solid gameplay. While they may not be groundbreaking, the visuals are considered beautiful within the genre, and the overall presentation is enhanced by nice artwork and music. Players appreciate the absence of over-sexualization, contributing to a more enjoyable experience.
“While it doesn't break new ground, it does provide solid gameplay and a charming art style.”
“It has nice artwork, music, and you can even play with two separate parties in the beginning.”
“Gameplay is smooth, and the graphics are beautiful (for an RPG Maker).”
“Graphics are standard customized RPG Maker fare, but the gameplay is fun, and you quickly get past that.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by classic RPG mechanics and a well-crafted narrative, delivering a nostalgic experience. While it may not innovate significantly, it offers solid and enjoyable gameplay complemented by charming graphics typical of RPG Maker titles. Overall, players find the gameplay smooth and engaging, allowing them to overlook any graphical limitations.
“A timely intervention brings classic RPG mechanics with a well-written story, offering a nostalgic experience.”
“While it doesn't break new ground, it does provide solid gameplay and a charming art style.”
“Gameplay is smooth, and the graphics are beautiful (for an RPG Maker).”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be well-balanced, particularly on normal difficulty, where minimal grinding is required for boss encounters. Loot is readily available, reducing the need for purchasing gear, and exploration and side quests offer satisfying rewards without excessive grinding.
“You don’t really have to buy gear; it’s found in loot, and grinding a bit is enough.”
“The attention to detail in the maps is great, and so far it has been very balanced in terms of minimal need for grinding, with rewards given for exploration and side quests.”
“On normal difficulty level, the game doesn't really require any grinding for the bosses; things feel pretty balanced, in my opinion.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-chosen and enhances the atmosphere, effectively reflecting the themes of exploration and discovery. Players find it relaxing and fitting for the various locations, contributing positively to the overall experience. Additionally, the inclusion of nice artwork complements the musical elements.
“The music is well chosen and fitting, with some tracks adding atmosphere to the locations.”
“It has nice artwork, music, and you can even play with two separate parties in the beginning.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music reflects the questioning, inquiring, and finding the object of the quest.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players enjoying the witty interactions between characters that often lead to genuine laughter. Notable moments include clever disguises of character slip-ups, showcasing well-crafted dialogue and consistent character development that enhance the comedic experience. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“Enjoyable and literally laughing out loud at the interactions between characters.”
“The story is quite well made, the interactions between characters are well written and show consistent character, and there is plenty of humor, much of it is genuinely funny.”
“I loved the humor, especially the part where the slips of the journalist are disguised by the other character from the future by calling him 'simple'.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is enhanced by a well-chosen soundtrack, with specific tracks effectively complementing the various locations in the game.
“The music is well chosen and fitting, with some tracks adding a rich atmosphere to the locations.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
“The combination of sound design and visuals creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
“Despite some decent music, the overall ambiance is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
“The environments are lifeless, making it hard to feel connected to the game world.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find Gemelle games emotionally engaging due to their captivating storylines and the heartwarming character development that unfolds throughout the gameplay, making it a standout RPG experience.
“Gemelle games have been my favorite RPG game so far, because of its interesting story at the beginning and the heartwarming character development at the end.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in this game is highly praised, with players noting that it effectively engages them in the story, often surpassing the emotional impact found in larger indie and AAA titles.
“The character development and story hooked me into this game like I haven't been hooked by some bigger indie and AAA titles in a long time.”
“The depth of the characters and their growth throughout the game is truly impressive.”
“I love how the choices I make influence the character's development, making each playthrough feel unique.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its stability, offering a bug-free experience that enhances enjoyment, particularly for fans of old-school RPGs.
“This is a short to average-length, wonderful game, and I recommend it to any old school RPG gamer who would like a bug-free and enjoyable experience.”
