Get on Steam"Abyss Online" is a massively multiplayer role-playing game currently in Early Access, allowing 2 players to cooperatively explore a small open world, gather resources, craft items, and build structures. The game is still in development, with major updates causing wipres and expansions to content and systems. Key features include gathering/crafting, open world building, and initial mob camps in a starter zone.
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Reviews
- The developers are very responsive and actively engage with the community, showing a commitment to improving the game.
- The game has great potential and has shown progress over time, with many players expressing excitement for future updates.
- The graphics and world-building are impressive for an indie title, and there is a sense of passion and dedication from the development team.
- The game is currently in a very rough state, lacking essential features like tutorials and a functional combat system, leading to a frustrating experience.
- Many players feel that the game resembles an unfinished project rather than a polished product, with clunky mechanics and poor hit detection.
- There are concerns about the game's development history, with some players questioning the legitimacy of its early access status and the overall direction of the project.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is currently seen as lacking, with players expressing a desire for more quests to enhance the experience. However, the game's responsiveness is highly praised, and there is optimism for future updates and mechanics from the indie studio behind it, indicating potential for improvement. Overall, while the gameplay may not be fully satisfying at this stage, the intricate world-building and engaging mechanics show promise.
“Despite ongoing refinement in mechanics and performance, Abyss showcases intricate world-building and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
“The game is not in a state where I can honestly say I want to play it, but I look forward to testing new mechanics when they come and don't mind waiting.”
“Honestly, the responsiveness is 5 stars for me, gameplay might be lacking right now and quests would probably make it easier to play, but for something built by an indie studio?”
“Despite ongoing refinement in mechanics and performance, the game showcases intricate world-building and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have undergone a significant transformation, evolving from a low-poly, top-down 2.5D style to a visually impressive standard that rivals many contemporary titles. Reviewers praise the attention to detail and overall aesthetic quality, although some note that movement can feel clunky.
“Ooo man, have they upgraded this beast! The level of graphics and attention to detail is astounding.”
“Graphics look dope.”
“I've watched this game develop since the very beginning as one of the early backers/supporters. It has turned from something that resembled a top-down 2.5D MMORPG with low poly graphics to something that can rival the graphics of most games, albeit with some clunky movement.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game features medieval renditions of modern songs, which many users find amusing and entertaining. This unique twist adds a humorous element to the overall experience.
“The music being medieval versions of modern songs is hilarious.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, citing a lack of guidance and tutorials, a cumbersome user interface, and a dysfunctional combat system. This leads to a tedious experience where players feel overwhelmed by unengaging enemies and unclear objectives, making the grind feel more punishing than rewarding.
“You are dropped into the world with no guidance, no tutorials, a painful UI/UX, a non-functioning combat system, some random enemies you can't even attack (but can attack you), and some farmer selling you farming supplies.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the clever use of medieval renditions of modern songs, which many players find amusing and entertaining.
“The medieval versions of modern songs are absolutely hilarious!”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, especially with the clever references and witty dialogue.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the quirky characters and their ridiculous antics!”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is noted to be underdeveloped, with players feeling that the lack of quests detracts from the overall experience. However, the responsiveness of the game is highly praised, especially considering it is produced by an indie studio.
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of "Abyss" has seen continuous improvement in mechanics and performance, contributing to its intricate world-building and engaging gameplay. However, some users note that further enhancements could still be beneficial.
“Despite ongoing refinement in mechanics and performance, Abyss showcases intricate world-building and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
