Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy

65%
Game Brain Score Based on 48 reviews
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  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a vibrant, turn-based RPG adventure that puts a modern spin on classic tactics-style games. Featuring a diverse cast of characters, enormous boss monsters, and a dark world embroiled in war, Absolute Tactics plunges players right into the action as our hero Huxley and his dog Max build their team of allies to defend their home against a mysterious invading a…

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65%
Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews
story6 positive mentions
grinding6 negative mentions
  • The game features great graphics and a charming art style that many players appreciate.
  • There is a good variety of classes and character customization options, allowing for different strategies in gameplay.
  • The combat system is enjoyable and straightforward, making it accessible for newcomers to the tactical RPG genre.
  • The story and writing are often criticized for being cliché, disjointed, and filled with cringe-worthy dialogue.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive due to a limited variety of enemy types and lengthy maps that feel tedious.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and poor user interface design, leading to frustrating experiences for players.
  • story41 mentions

    The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it disjointed, trope-heavy, and lacking depth, often undermined by humor and fourth wall breaks. While some appreciate its charm and lightheartedness, others criticize it for being forgettable and not engaging enough to drive the gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as mediocre, with a straightforward plot that fails to leave a lasting impression.

    • “In terms of story, it is tropey and aware of it, with many fourth wall breaks and plenty of charm.”
    • “The story keeps you engaged, optional loot and side missions make every session unique, adding to the RPG feel of gearing up your characters.”
    • “Would definitely recommend if you're a tactics fan and looking for something with a fun storyline and accessible mechanics.”
    • “The story doesn't take itself seriously, constantly undermines itself, breaks the fourth wall, and has quirky Marvel-like quips.”
    • “This story boils down to 'f you, dad' and is so disjointed that if there was more buried beneath that, you will not find it.”
    • “While I did chuckle a couple of times, the majority of the dialogue, jokes, and plot in general are not really mature, which doesn’t help with immersion and caring about your crew.”
  • graphics13 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the charming art style, vibrant colors, and smooth animations. The visuals are often compared to high-quality hand-drawn animations, reminiscent of works by Arc System Works, and are considered a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the character customization options are appreciated, adding depth to the visual appeal.

    • “A good TRPG and the graphics are excellent and very charming.”
    • “Graphics are very nice and colorful, game runs smooth.”
    • “Between its stunning visuals, great gameplay and fun dialogue, this is a game that’s not to be missed.”
    • “The graphics are a major letdown; they feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
    • “I was hoping for high-quality visuals, but the graphics look bland and uninspired, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “The art style is decent, but the execution falls flat, making the game feel less immersive than it should be.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    Gameplay is generally well-received, with many praising its solid mechanics and variety of classes, earning scores around 6 to 8 out of 10. However, some players find it repetitive due to a limited number of enemy types and a lack of tactical depth, leading to boredom over time. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, it may not offer enough challenge or innovation for all players.

    • “A good story and some very interesting mechanics peppered throughout.”
    • “Other than that, solid 8/10 for gameplay.”
    • “Between its stunning visuals, great gameplay and fun dialogue, this is a game that’s not to be missed.”
    • “Gameplay is fine, a lot of classes and the systems are fine but at some point you have played against all 10, yes only about 10 enemy types and you just want your suffering to end.”
    • “The game tells you how to play every single level so far, at least through the first major boss fight, going out of its way to re-explain mechanics that it has used multiple levels in a row.”
    • “So naturally you just pick them off one by one and this is why gameplay becomes boring pretty fast – there is no real tactical depth, just the same approach all the time.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lengthy, with long missions that lack the ability to save progress, making the experience feel more like a chore than a challenge. While there is no permanent death and minimal grinding is required to complete the main story, the overall gameplay is described as monotonous and unengaging.

    • “Levels are long and tedious just trying to get to the other side of the map.”
    • “It was more tedious than challenge-inducing.”
    • “Unfortunately, the missions get to be very long and tedious, without the ability to save and take a break.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and enjoyment, complementing the immersive 2D environment and fantastic visuals. However, some users noted a lack of diversity in the soundtrack and criticized the options menu for not providing adequate volume control for sound effects. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience, despite some minor drawbacks.

    • “Beautiful soundtrack, difficult and rewarding combat, immersive 2D environment.”
    • “The soundtrack is particularly enjoyable, too!”
    • “Great music, fantastic visuals.”
    • “The options menu literally has no volume knob for sound effects, and even at the lowest setting for music, it is still quite loud.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some find the dialogue repetitive and aimed at an edgy teenage audience, others appreciate the voice acting and the clever, tongue-in-cheek moments that elicit genuine enjoyment. Overall, it seems to cater to a specific taste in humor, resonating well with some players while leaving others unimpressed.

    • “Just started this and I am really enjoying the voice acting and little moments of humor sprinkled throughout.”
    • “There's a nice bit of tongue-in-cheek humor to it that's had me grinning fairly often.”
    • “- College humor suitable for edgy teenagers.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users experiencing frequent bugs and freezes that were not present during initial playthroughs.

    • “Then it's still really buggy.”
    • “Freezes and other bugs showed up which I hadn't seen in my first playthrough.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the characters but feel that there is potential for deeper development, particularly through additional dialogue during interludes between battles.

    • “I liked the characters; however, I think there is some room for additional dialogue and character development, perhaps during the interludes between battles.”
    • “I liked the characters, although I think there is some room for additional dialogue and character development, perhaps during the interludes between battles.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the replayability of the game, highlighting the enjoyment of optional missions that can be revisited and contain hidden secrets to discover.

    • “The optional missions are replayable and filled with secrets to discover, making each playthrough enjoyable.”
    • “The game offers a variety of choices that significantly change the outcome, encouraging multiple playthroughs.”
    • “With different character builds and strategies to explore, the replayability factor is off the charts!”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The side missions are repetitive and don't add much to the overall experience.”
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