Arcanima: Mist of Oblivion - Prologue
- February 13, 2024
- Stendhal Games
- 1h median play time
Get on SteamJoin our Discord! About the Game How would a world shaped by people's power of will look like? Awake your anima in this single-player action-RPG that mixes fast-paced Hack N Slash combat with strategic JRPG elements. 'Focus' to weave the flow of combat, assault the flying Citadel of Indomita and help Juno find answers to clear the deadly Mist of Oblivion…
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Windows
Reviews
- The combat system is well-balanced and satisfying, providing a challenging experience that keeps players engaged.
- The art design is visually stunning, with vibrant colors and a stylish 3D aesthetic that runs well on modest machines.
- The game has a strong proof of concept, with potential for a full-length continuation that could expand on its engaging gameplay and story.
- There are significant bugs, including hard locks during gameplay and issues with enemy despawning, which can disrupt the experience.
- The English voice acting quality is inconsistent, and the story feels incomplete, leaving players wanting more context.
- The difficulty curve can be abrupt, and some combat mechanics, like shield-breaking combos, may not function as intended.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players are highly engaged with the gameplay loop, expressing a desire for additional content such as an unlockable challenge mode featuring endless enemy waves. Despite some frustrations with bugs and writing quality, the core gameplay remains enjoyable and compelling, leaving users wanting more hours of playtime.
“I want more of this gameplay loop.”
“I would really dig an unlockable challenge mode where you fight off endless waves of enemies and/or clear the map of enemies, just to scratch the itch from the gameplay loop.”
“Although my experience was pretty annoying due to bugs and horrible writing, the gameplay was still cool enough to keep me interested.”
“I wish there was about 10+ more hours of gameplay.”
“- I would really dig an unlockable challenge mode where you fight off endless waves of enemies and/or clear the map of enemies, just to scratch the itch from the gameplay loop.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express satisfaction with the graphics, indicating that they are already at a satisfactory level and do not require significant improvements.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The visual design is breathtaking, making every scene a joy to explore.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics is remarkable, enhancing the overall experience.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for lacking context, as players feel they are thrust into the middle of the narrative without any background or explanation of prior events. This leaves a sense of confusion and disconnect from the overall plot.
“The story felt like I was in the middle of act 2 of a tale, with no explanation given to what came before.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its thrilling quality, enhancing the overall experience, especially during challenging boss battles. Additionally, the combination of captivating music and beautiful art contributes to an immersive atmosphere.
“Challenging bosses, thrilling music, and beautiful art.”
