Apostle

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 82 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • grinding
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"Apostle" is a single-player Role Playing Game with an interesting plot and good game mechanics, featuring impressive graphics and a fair amount of grinding. The game takes place 50 years after the last threat from monsters; players assume the role of Rei Yagami as his life gets turned upside down when peace can no longer be maintained. Join Rei in this immersive adventure to protect humanity once again.

  • PC
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

84%
Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews
story28 positive mentions
grinding13 negative mentions
  • The game features an engaging story with interesting characters and multiple endings, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate narrative depth.
  • The combat system is fun and reminiscent of classic JRPGs, with unique character abilities and a solid progression system that allows for strategic gameplay.
  • The romance and dating sim elements add a unique flavor to the game, providing players with opportunities to build relationships and unlock special scenes.
  • The game suffers from pacing issues, with long dialogue sequences and a lack of direction in quests, which can lead to frustration and confusion.
  • Some players find the H-content sparse and poorly integrated, with many scenes locked behind specific conditions that can be difficult to meet.
  • The character designs, particularly the exaggerated proportions, may be off-putting to some players, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story80 mentions

    The story of the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and filled with interesting characters and plot twists, despite some confusion regarding the antagonists and occasional pacing issues. The integration of a romance system adds depth, allowing players to experience unique scenes and multiple endings, which enhances the overall narrative experience. However, some critiques highlight that the plot can feel generic and overly reliant on tropes, with a mix of humor and biblical themes that may not resonate with everyone.

    • “The story is engaging, the characters are robust and full of life, there are a lot of side quests and multiple endings.”
    • “Actually good story, actual good characters who made you want to 100% the whole game. In my opinion, this is the best RPG Maker game I have ever played and I hope we get a sequel equal to or better than this.”
    • “The story is pretty entertaining to keep you playing; there are a lot of events here for you to trigger.”
    • “The slice-of-life element is the only vaguely interesting part of the game, but it's so feeble and watered down by the boring combat and clichéd generic sci-fi fantasy plot that it doesn't come close to saving the product.”
    • “The story dips very heavily into biblical material, in a typical Japanese way.”
    • “If you apply even a little logic to this story, it quickly falls apart, so thankfully that is not the main appeal of this game.”
  • gameplay37 mentions

    The gameplay is a mix of retro RPG mechanics reminiscent of classic titles like Final Fantasy, featuring turn-based combat and character upgrades, but it often feels grindy and basic, with some players noting a lack of depth and variety. While the open world of Canaan Island offers an interesting exploration experience, the overall gameplay is seen as simplistic and sometimes overshadowed by adult content, leading to mixed reviews on its engagement and replay value. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the unique character interactions and the blend of RPG and dating sim elements, finding it enjoyable for those who appreciate the genre.

    • “The gameplay is solid and for the most part challenging enough to keep you engaged, even though it does get grindy at the end.”
    • “If you like the RPG Maker format, this is a great game with fun combat, a decent story, and 30 solid hours of content and gameplay.”
    • “What I can say about this game is that the combat and gameplay are similar to classic RPGs like Final Fantasy and Star Ocean, but with their own twist, such as your character's starting weapon being your only weapon, along with certain upgrades to enhance your character's stats.”
    • “Which is a problem, because it represents the vast majority of the gameplay.”
    • “If we talk about the gameplay (RPG etc), it's pretty basic, like the old school turn-based JRPG PS1 stuff. There is no armor purchasing, weapon upgrades, just you level up, set points for any skill you desire, and buy potions. That's pretty much it.”
    • “The last chapter is just so bad gameplay-wise... it just keeps going on and on...”
  • grinding13 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with players noting that earning points for skills requires defeating numerous enemies, leading to a significant time investment. While some find the combat engaging, many feel that the grind detracts from the overall experience, making side quests and crafting feel unnecessarily laborious and unfulfilling. Overall, the gameplay is described as solid but ultimately marred by excessive grinding.

    • “There's well over twenty hours of playtime, but the vast majority of that is incredibly tedious and repetitive JRPG combat that just goes on forever.”
    • “It's lazy, grindy, largely superfluous to the gameplay, and thus redundant.”
    • “There's plenty of side-quests, but they're all a bit obtuse, the ones that involve crafting are unpleasantly grindy, and there's not a lot of reward in doing them.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The game's graphics are primarily 2D, utilizing RPG Maker, with notable character animations for the main character but a lack of detail for other party members, which some players find disappointing. While the overall animation quality is seen as average, the artwork, particularly in scenes and character designs, is praised as beautiful and among the best in its genre, balancing well with the story.

    • “Amazing gameplay and artwork.”
    • “Anyway, visuals from 'scenes' are really nice; I think they did a great job, and the mix of story and special scenes is well balanced.”
    • “While there are not that many scenes, the quality of the graphics is very, very good – among the best in their genre.”
    • “The game's graphics are 2D (RPG Maker), but the main character has his own animations while the rest of the party members do not, which seems kind of lazy.”
    • “I'd have been okay with it if there were a few characters in the middle ground. I get trying to appeal to a broader demographic, but why bother having that many characters when you're going to homogenize them like that?”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted through its engaging story and romantic interactions, featuring funny scenes and unique character moments. However, some players found the humor undermined by confusing plot elements and a frustratingly difficult final segment, which detracted from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the comedic aspects of the romance system and certain gameplay moments were generally well-received.

    • “The story was pretty good, but in some scenes, I was pretty confused about who the bad guy was. However, some of the scenes were very funny, all in all, a very nice story.”
    • “During the course of the game, you will have to romance the females you live with and some other unique characters. Doing so will earn you unique scenes with them, and some of them are very funny.”
    • “It's combat, which I found to be very enjoyable for the majority of the game, receives a hilarious difficulty spike at the last quarter point because trying to design an actual strategy is much harder than merely adding a couple of extra digits to those stats!”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered good, with some reviewers noting it as a standout aspect despite an average overall experience. While the writing and other elements are described as mediocre, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “The writing is so-so, nothing grand here, but the story was interesting and the music was good.”
    • “Good soundtrack.”
    • “Music is okay.”
    • “Music, interface, performance, and level design range from average to good.”
  • stability4 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent freezes, particularly when blocking characters or attempting to fast forward. Additionally, users report odd glitches that appear to be intentional, likely to censor NSFW content.

    • “Cons: the game freezes a lot.”
    • “There are points where I realize it freezes because I'm blocking a character who is blocking a path.”
    • “When you try to fast forward, sometimes the game freezes.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers a solid level of replayability, allowing players to explore various love options and featuring new game plus content that enhances the experience further.

    • “There's a pretty good level of replayability here to explore the complete love options the game has to offer.”
    • “New Game Plus content adds even more replayability.”
    • “New game plus content for even more replayability.”
  • character development1 mentions

    While the character designs may not appeal to everyone, the high-quality CGs and the presence of some animated h-scenes contribute positively to the overall character development experience.

  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its well-crafted story, which effectively sets the context for the scenes, resulting in a wholesome experience for players engaging with the hentai content.

  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game is generally mixed, with music, interface, performance, and level design receiving ratings that vary from average to good.

    • “The optimization of the game is impressive, with smooth performance and minimal loading times.”
    • “I appreciate how well the interface is designed; it enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
    • “The level design is thoughtfully crafted, making the most of the game's mechanics and optimizing player engagement.”
    • “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, poor optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
    • “I experienced long loading times and inconsistent performance, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for feeling excessive and drawn out, with multiple unnecessary plot twists that detract from the overall experience. Players feel that the game could have concluded satisfactorily at several points, suggesting that the focus on story may be overshadowed by a desire to extend gameplay for monetization purposes.

    • “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constantly being bombarded by ads and prompts to spend money.”
    • “It's frustrating that the game locks essential features behind a paywall, forcing players to either grind endlessly or fork over cash to progress.”
    • “The in-game purchases are ridiculously priced, and it feels like the developers are more interested in making money than providing a fair gaming experience.”
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