Asdivine Hearts
- February 1, 2016
- Exe Create
- 22h median play time
This is a role playing game, only notable for its platform.
Get on SteamIn Asdivine Hearts, join a band of unlikely heroes as they set out to gather the "Dark Spheres" to prevent the end of the world. Explore various worlds, engage in strategic turn-based combat, and build relationships with characters to uncover their pasts and strengthen your party. With numerous side quests, collectibles, and customization options, this RPG offers a rich and engaging adventure.
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Reviews
- The game features a charming story with lovable characters and witty dialogue that can be entertaining and humorous.
- The combat system, while not perfect, offers a decent amount of depth and variety, making battles enjoyable for a time.
- The graphics are bright and colorful, reminiscent of classic 2D JRPGs, and the jewel customization system adds a unique twist to character abilities.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and grind-heavy, with many quests feeling similar and lacking variety.
- The battle system has issues with balance, particularly with bosses that can deal excessive damage or have unfair mechanics, leading to frustration.
- The user interface is clunky and seems designed for mobile, making it less intuitive for PC players and causing confusion during gameplay.
- story31 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally viewed as standard RPG fare, featuring familiar tropes and a predictable plot, though some players appreciate its engaging twists, such as the involvement of deities. While the narrative includes loveable characters and witty dialogue, it suffers from repetitive quest design and pacing issues, leading to mixed feelings about its overall depth and execution. Despite these criticisms, many players find the storytelling enjoyable enough to keep them invested in the game.
“Good fun, interesting storyline, simple but enjoyable battles.”
“The story is deeper than what you think and it makes you keep guessing until the very end.”
“There are several points in this game where you think it will end, but the story keeps expanding and giving you more and more.”
“Exploration and questing is extremely basic, and the story is too.”
“Just going through basic story scenes, you will hear the same fanfare again and again of 'new quest added' as you're simply walking from A to B.”
“Just some mediocre plot written in less than an hour but stretched out with unnecessary grinding for each story mission.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally criticized for being limited and repetitive, likely due to its origins as a mobile title, which may have constrained the developers' ability to expand the soundtrack. While some players find the music enjoyable and fitting, others describe it as poor quality with tinny sound effects and a lack of variety, leading to a mixed reception overall.
“Talking about the music, if you've been playing some Kemco games for a while, you already know that the music pretty much stays the same; same goes for dungeons, or at least they have the same formula, but they are actually good.”
“The music is not bad.”
“The graphics are decent (anime style) and the music is fun to listen to.”
“However, the soundtrack and music of this game is very limited.”
“I suspect because this is originally a mobile game, the developers may not want to add so many music tracks because the large app size will not fit into a phone.”
“The music is really bad, and the sound effects are very tinny, basically crap in my opinion. The sound sliders blast the music and sound effects painfully high if you raise the slider too high.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features standard turn-based battles with basic attacks, special skills, and magic, which some players find repetitive and easy to master. While it may lack depth for seasoned gamers, it offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of old-school RPGs, with a manageable rubix system for character builds. Overall, the mechanics are considered decent, though some users express frustration with the UI presentation.
“I recommend this game 100%. It's just to kill time; it won't take long to finish nor master. It's way too easy to learn the mechanics; the Rubix system is easy to manage. Don't pay attention to those who say it's useless or poorly designed; they probably didn't try other builds. You have to be careful with the jewels you want for your chart.”
“Overall, the gameplay is very well done, especially if you remember the old school RPGs.”
“Very repetitive and boring gameplay.”
“Gameplay is standard turn-based battles with normal attacks, special skills, and magic.”
“As far as the controller function and game mechanics go: they're decent, not perfect, but decent.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a charmingly funny talking cat and witty dialogue between characters, particularly in a bonus dungeon that elicits genuine laughter. While the writing is described as amateur and inconsistent, it strikes a balance that feels natural rather than forced, contributing positively to the overall experience. Players appreciate the lightheartedness and comedic moments that enhance the adventure without overwhelming the narrative.
“It involves a hilarious talking cat, a boy and girl who are so close they act like brother and sister, parallel worlds, gods, and treasure hunting.”
“This game is highly recommended just for the funny comments the cat has with the heroes, especially the hilarious bonus dungeon dialogue.”
“The writing is amateur and non-serious, and I find myself smiling and even laughing out loud when I read some of the dialogue between the characters, so it's a win for that.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by bright, colorful 2D artwork with unique character designs, particularly praised for the cat's art style. While the visuals are well-presented and enjoyable, some users noted a lack of variety in enemy designs, as many are simply tougher versions of the same characters. Overall, the anime-inspired graphics and accompanying music contribute positively to the game's aesthetic.
“The graphics are all 2D, bright, colorful, and well presented, but could use a little more variety in the types of enemies.”
“Nice artwork, unique character design, and bright colorful graphics.”
“Personally, I really do like the art style for the cat.”
“Graphics are all 2D, bright, colorful, and well presented, but could use a little more variety in the types of enemies (many color variations of the same enemies, just tougher).”
“The graphics are decent (anime style), but they lack depth and detail.”
“While the art style for the cat is appealing, the overall graphics feel outdated and uninspired.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding in the game; while some acknowledge it as a typical RPG element, many find it excessive and tedious, often detracting from the overall experience and story progression.
“Just some mediocre plot written in less than an hour but stretched out with unnecessary grinding for each story mission.”
“I will say that there is a significant amount of grinding that happens in the game.”
“Alas, grinding is just boring.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is considered a good value at its $9.99 price point, especially for RPG fans, and players appreciated that microtransactions were removed or replaced in the PC version, enhancing the overall experience.
“I played the game back when it was released for the iPhone, and I must say I really enjoyed it. For a $9.99 game, it is indeed worth it. When the game released for PC, I was happy to discover that microtransactions were removed or replaced.”
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel exploitative, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend more money.”
“I appreciate that the game offers a complete experience without relying heavily on microtransactions, making it accessible for all players.”
“The monetization in this game is frustrating; it feels like every corner I turn, there's a paywall blocking my progress.”
“I can't believe how aggressive the monetization is. It ruins the experience when you have to spend money just to enjoy basic features.”
“The game is fun, but the constant push for in-game purchases makes it hard to stay engaged without feeling like I'm being nickeled and dimed.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game features nice artwork and unique character designs complemented by bright, colorful graphics, the reviews do not provide substantial insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is reported to run smoothly on Mac, indicating good optimization for that platform.
“I am playing on my Mac, and it's pretty nice and runs smoothly.”
Critic Reviews
Asdivine Hearts Review
Content to iterate rather than innovate, Asdivine Hearts wears its inspirations on its sleeve both for better and for worse, delivering a decently enjoyable but ultimately uninspired JRPG experience. Its gameplay template is tried and true, but lacklustre presentation, control issues, and a pervading sense of paint-by-numbers design mean it’s unlikely to leave a lasting impression. Those looking for a straightforward, old-school RPG on Switch will certainly find that here, but for most players we’d recommend embarking on other adventures — like Lost Sphear, Earthlock, or Romancing Saga 2 — before diving into Asdivine.
60%Asdivine Hearts (Wii U) Review
This is a role playing game, only notable for its platform.
60%Asdivine Hearts Review
There are so many JRPGs to choose from that it would be easy to overlook Asdivine Hearts, but it is definitely worth a try. Although simple in terms of graphics and battle style, the game has strengths where needed with its story and humorous characters. There is plenty to do for those who take the time to complete all the quests, and the addition of features such as the rubix system and the trust bar allow Asdivine Hearts to be a little different. Plus, there's a God trapped inside a cat, and how often does that happen?
70%
