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Arcadian Atlas

Arcadian Atlas is a solid, concise SRPG crafted with a lot of heart.
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57%Game Brain Score
story, music
grinding, replayability
57% User Score Based on 172 reviews
Critic Score 57%Based on 14 reviews

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Arcadian Atlas is a single player and multiplayer tactical role playing game with fantasy, drama and historical themes. It was developed by Twin Otter Studios and was released on July 27, 2023. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

In "Arcadian Atlas" , navigate a civil war between a queen and a charismatic princess while controlling a rogue magician and the second heir to the throne. Customize troop classes and engage in tactical battles to determine the kingdom's fate. Recruit allies and upgrade them to Cavaliers, Inquisitors, or Ronins for strategic advantage.

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story46 positive mentions
grinding8 negative mentions
  • The pixel art and animations are beautifully crafted, showcasing a charming aesthetic that pays homage to classic tactical RPGs.
  • The story has intriguing elements and character development, particularly the dynamics between the protagonists and the political landscape of the kingdom.
  • The gameplay offers a fun tactical experience with a variety of classes and skill trees, allowing for some customization and strategic planning.
  • The game suffers from significant quality of life issues, including slow controls, unresponsive menus, and excessive loading screens that disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • Combat mechanics are unbalanced, with ranged units being overwhelmingly superior to melee units, leading to a lack of strategic depth in battles.
  • The overall experience feels incomplete, with a shallow class system, lack of engaging side content, and a story that fails to deliver on its initial promise.
  • story
    235 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its dark and mature themes reminiscent of classic tactical RPGs, while others criticize it for being convoluted, rushed, and lacking depth. Many reviewers noted that while the narrative starts strong, it often fails to fully explain key plot points and character dynamics, leading to a sense of confusion as the game progresses. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight for some, but it is marred by technical issues and a lack of engaging character development, making it feel somewhat generic and underwhelming.

    • “The story is an interesting and dark tale which isn't for those that want it all to be sunshine and rainbows at the end.”
    • “I found the story to be mature, holding nothing back during the war and hitting nuances I don’t see that often regarding choices, emotions, duty, and more.”
    • “From the story to the art style, animations, and soundtrack, the universe of Arcadia is really fascinating to see and you genuinely want to keep playing this game.”
    • “Okay, ended beating the game, yup it's still bad, and the story starts making less and less sense.”
    • “The game failed to fully explain the plot and focused more on the dynamics between certain characters without fully fleshing them out.”
    • “While it did manage to tell a story, in the end it felt like a convoluted rush from the story we were expecting.”
  • music
    104 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has garnered mixed reviews, with many praising its unique jazz-inspired soundtrack that sets a distinct mood, while others feel it clashes with the fantasy setting and lacks variety, particularly in combat. Some players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance both comedic and dark moments, but there are complaints about repetitive battle music and a general mismatch between the music and the game's tone. Overall, while the music is seen as a standout feature by some, it also raises concerns about its appropriateness for the game's atmosphere.

    • “The music is awesome, the story has been good, the characters interesting and the battles have fun.”
    • “The soundtrack is wonderful and I can't wait to get more into the story.”
    • “The pixel art is expressive and fantastic, and the music is an interesting choice (smooth jazz, pretty unique for this kind of game).”
    • “In my opinion, the music simply doesn't fit the fantasy setting; I feel like what is happening and the music are clashing at all times.”
    • “Something a lot of people complain about the game is how unfitting the music is, from the elevator music parts to the 'time for an epic battle, let me put sleepy jazz' moments.”
    • “The battle music is pretty, but is low tempo and soft and is not a good fit.”
  • gameplay
    80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Arcadian Atlas is generally described as fun and light, with a tactical focus reminiscent of classic titles like Final Fantasy Tactics; however, many players find it lacking in depth and complexity, often feeling simplistic and repetitive after a few missions. While the art and soundtrack receive praise, the mechanics are criticized for being generic and not offering enough variety or surprises, leading to a gameplay experience that may not hold long-term interest. Overall, the game shows potential but requires further development and refinement to enhance its core gameplay elements.

    • “Gameplay is fun, and the devs are very open to feedback from the community and already making fixes to some balancing issues players have found.”
    • “Great art style and music, a compelling story and world, and some satisfying tactical gameplay - I'm looking forward to digging in further!”
    • “Would recommend if you are a fan of Final Fantasy Tactics or similar titles as you can see the reverence the devs have for those titles, and if you are familiar with those titles then you know what to expect gameplay-wise.”
    • “My two main issues are the user interface and the game mechanics.”
    • “Essentially, after you played the first couple of missions, you have seen everything the game has to offer, mechanics-wise.”
    • “The gameplay is otherwise serviceable but ultimately not sufficiently intricate enough to hold much interest.”
  • graphics
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the charming art style and expressive sprites that evoke classic tactical RPGs, reminiscent of titles like Final Fantasy Tactics. However, some players note issues such as jittery animations and unappealing character portraits, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the visuals, combined with a compelling soundtrack, contribute positively to the game's immersive atmosphere.

    • “I love the art style, and it’s my favorite genre by far.”
    • “The art style is wonderful, and the portraits of characters breathe life into the game that I often feel is missing from tactics RPGs.”
    • “The graphics and music are top notch and are driving this so far.”
    • “Graphics are jittery, even for a turn-based strategy game.”
    • “I overall like the aesthetics, at the same time I don't find the character portraits to be that appealing; a few of the character portraits look like 'one-eyed jacks'.”
    • “This can cause some slight irritation for those used to a more 3D rendered art style and map format, but it works well enough - especially when you get a few battles under your belt.”
  • grinding
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The removal of grinding has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the absence of filler battles, it limits opportunities for experimentation with character classes. Many find the experience point system tedious and poorly designed, leading to frustration despite the game's overall enjoyment. Overall, the lack of random encounters and grinding is seen as a positive by some, but it raises concerns about depth and optimization in gameplay.

    • “Having to game the XP system to optimize is just tediously unfun.”
    • “Now the game currently has a lot of very odd things missing or just bizarre decisions. The XP system feels like a demo placeholder, the menus are tedious to navigate both in and out of combat, and so on. Despite all of these flaws that would normally be fatal to me, the game still manages to be enjoyable, and the dev team has said they would patch the missing quality of life improvements, so hopefully they improve upon that (though I have low expectations regarding menuing, unfortunately).”
    • “There are no random battles and there is no real grinding.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game is recommended for a single playthrough, but many players find it lacks significant replayability due to the absence of features like new game plus options and random encounters. While it offers a worthwhile experience initially, the consensus is that it does not provide enough incentive for multiple runs.

    • “In the $20-30+ (Canadian) price range, a lot of tactics RPGs lean heavily towards combat and designing a replayable experience in the form of New Game Plus runs with minor variations.”
    • “I recommend this game for a single playthrough; however, for me at least, there isn't much replayability.”
    • “The game is worth a playthrough, but it has no replay value.”
    • “Another thing people complained about is how the replayability is dead since there are no random encounters, which just makes me wonder.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game appears to be inconsistent, with some users praising its performance and visuals, while others report frequent slowdowns and freezes. Overall, the experience varies significantly among players, with some enjoying smooth gameplay and others facing frustrating interruptions.

    • “The game looks great, runs smoothly, and the music is an absolute vibe.”
    • “The game looks great, runs smoothly, and the music is an absolute vibe.”
    • “No button on my controller or keyboard unfreezes.”
    • “Very slow and freezes often.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its attempt to balance serious themes with lighter moments, though opinions vary on its effectiveness. Some reviewers feel that the combination of dark subjects, like genocide, with humor is poorly executed and may only resonate with a younger audience. Overall, the humor is seen as a mixed bag, with some appreciating the levity it brings while others find it inappropriate.

    • “The writing delves into a nice balance between seriousness and humor at times to lessen the gravity of affairs.”
    • “The humor adds a unique layer to the storytelling, making even the serious moments feel lighter.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users noting significant performance issues that lead to wasted time and hinder the overall experience. Until these problems are addressed, even dedicated fans may find it difficult to recommend the game.

    • “This is one of the biggest flaws of the game, in my opinion: whether by design, by accident, or by poor optimization, lots of time is wasted.”
    • “Until its significant performance issues are ironed out, though, it’s hard to recommend for even the biggest fans of the genre.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Arcadian Atlas features impressive character designs alongside strong character development, enhancing the overall narrative experience.

    • “Arcadian Atlas has some amazing character designs and character development.”
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Arcadian Atlas is a tactical role playing game with fantasy, drama and historical themes.

Arcadian Atlas is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Arcadian Atlas.

Arcadian Atlas was released on July 27, 2023.

Arcadian Atlas was developed by Twin Otter Studios.

Arcadian Atlas has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Arcadian Atlas is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Dark Deity, Lost Eidolons, Edge of Eternity, Those Who Rule, Crimson Tactics: The Rise of The White Banner and others.