Asterigos Curse of the Stars

80%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,152 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Asterigos: Curse of the Stars is an excellent adventure game. It has a likeable protagonist, an interesting world, and satisfying combat.
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In "Asterigos: Curse of the Stars," players explore the mysterious city of Apheiros, battling mythical creatures and uncovering secrets to help the protagonist's missing father. With a mix of hack-and-slash combat and RPG elements, players can customize their character's abilities and weapons to suit their playstyle. The game features rich, story-driven gameplay with multiple endings based on player choices.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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  • Xbox
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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,152 reviews
story271 positive mentions
grinding38 negative mentions
  • Engaging combat system with a variety of weapons and skills that allows for different playstyles.
  • Beautiful art style and well-designed environments that create an immersive world.
  • Rich lore and character development that enhances the overall story experience.
  • Lack of a map and quest tracking makes navigation confusing and can lead to frustration.
  • Excessive dialogue and lore can overwhelm players, detracting from the gameplay experience.
  • Some bosses and enemies feel unbalanced, with certain fights being too easy or frustratingly difficult.
  • story1,044 mentions

    The story of "Asterigos: Curse of the Stars" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its depth and lore while criticizing its convoluted quest design and lack of effective tracking systems. The narrative, which follows Hilda on her quest to find her father in a cursed city, is often described as engaging but can become bogged down by excessive dialogue and exposition, making it feel tedious at times. While some players enjoy the rich world-building and character interactions, others find the storytelling style overwhelming and the lack of clear direction frustrating, leading to a less cohesive experience overall.

    • “I thought this was not only beautiful to look at (I'm a sucker for Greek/Roman architecture and stylings), but the story gripped me from start to finish.”
    • “The story and worldbuilding are really good.”
    • “The story is engaging and the battles are challenging.”
    • “The game tries to be a story-driven game, but still fails.”
    • “The story is very generic; we have a problem, go and fight, nice you did it, go again. It is not enticing.”
    • “The story is both simplistic nonsense and too convoluted for anyone's good, throwing new proper nouns at you without any context every few story beats, and the dialogue and voice acting are at best Saturday morning cartoon levels.”
  • gameplay291 mentions

    The gameplay of Asterigos is characterized by a blend of souls-like mechanics and action RPG elements, offering a variety of combat styles and weapon combinations that encourage experimentation. While many players appreciate the fluid combat and engaging mechanics, some criticize the repetitive nature of combat, lack of depth in enemy variety, and a generally easier difficulty compared to traditional souls games. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and accessible, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more challenging experience.

    • “Great art style, good gameplay, nice soundtrack, and amazing storytelling.”
    • “The combat mechanics are flawlessly executed, offering a diverse range of skills that keep the gameplay engaging and thrilling.”
    • “The gameplay is enjoyable but not spectacular.”
    • “Gameplay feels hollow as a result.”
    • “Despite the game being centered around fighting against authoritarianism, with gameplay focusing on tough, hard-hitting combat, the visuals are lighthearted and comforting.”
    • “While it offers some enjoyable exploration and visuals, its repetitive gameplay and underwhelming story prevent it from standing out.”
  • graphics258 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, cartoonish art style that evokes a whimsical atmosphere reminiscent of Disney or Pixar. While some players appreciate the colorful and detailed environments, others criticize the graphics as basic or outdated, particularly when compared to AAA titles. Overall, the visuals are generally considered appealing and well-executed for an indie game, contributing positively to the overall experience despite some technical shortcomings.

    • “A really well made action RPG, with satisfying combat and exploration, beautiful graphics and interesting characters you can actually relate to.”
    • “The graphics are really nice, the world is beautiful and especially the different places you can visit are stunning.”
    • “The art style and visuals are wonderfully varied and colorful with lots of dynamic, impactful animations.”
    • “Cut scenes are filled with endless exposition, the combat is perfunctory and janky, the graphics are aged and outdated but somehow it still manages to stutter and hitch on a reasonably modern PC.”
    • “I forgot to mention, the graphics look really bad for a 2022 game; I don't understand why the environment looks so bad, some filter is missing.”
    • “The graphics aren't a AAA title, but the style and aesthetic are great.”
  • music134 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many reviewers praising its beauty and ability to enhance the atmosphere, particularly during combat and exploration. While some tracks are described as memorable and fitting, others are noted as forgettable or poorly mixed, occasionally drowning out voice acting. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “The music is beautiful, sometimes creating a really nice atmosphere, and all that is complemented with more than decent voice acting.”
    • “The music is spectacular, the world they've created is amazing, and the combat is very fun and extremely satisfying.”
    • “The soundtrack successfully sets the mood and atmosphere of the game, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The horrendous dialog and sometimes you can't even hear properly because the voice acting is so horrible and there's no balance in voice and background music.”
    • “The music is so melancholic that you could kill yourself before you make any further progress in the game.”
    • “The music drowning out all the voices on default settings.”
  • optimization49 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance and minimal issues, while others report significant stuttering, screen tearing, and frame drops, particularly during area transitions or specific animations. Many users with high-end systems report excellent performance, but there are notable complaints about inconsistent performance across different hardware configurations. Overall, while some players find the game well-optimized, others struggle with various performance-related problems that detract from the experience.

    • “No stuttering or crashing in 20+ hours of gameplay.”
    • “The performance is great, always stable FPS on 1060 without a single frame drop or stutter.”
    • “A well optimized game, with a decent story, and actually good action combat.”
    • “Stuttering when traversing areas or performing certain animations for the first time.”
    • “Game had tons of screen tearing and stuttering for me, which doesn't happen in much more demanding titles, so something's up with this game in particular.”
    • “I wanted to like this, but the stuttering and general sluggishness of the controls made this one a big question mark for me.”
  • grinding38 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in farming resources and navigating large, bland maps. While some appreciate the combat and skill upgrades, many express frustration with the lack of engaging content and the overwhelming amount of lore and backtracking required. Overall, the grinding experience detracts from the enjoyment, making the game feel like a chore rather than a rewarding challenge.

    • “Only complaint I really have is farming is a pain.”
    • “What I didn't know when I started playing it was how boring it would become by mid-game and what a tedious chore it would end up being by the grand finale.”
    • “The story is boring and the gameplay is tedious and unrewarding.”
  • atmosphere32 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is a captivating blend of bright, colorful visuals and darker themes, enhanced by beautiful music and strong voice acting. Players appreciate the whimsical yet melancholic tone, with a well-crafted world that evokes curiosity and emotional depth. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its engaging storytelling, diverse environments, and effective sound design, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.

    • “Beautiful world, combat is very deep and rewarding, and every bit of the presentation (visuals, music, atmosphere, enemy design) is made to inspire a whimsical awe, quiet curiosity, and sadness and despair; all while carrying a more lighthearted feel, and a desire to dive into this wonderful world.”
    • “The lore, story, and the atmosphere are absolutely superb.”
    • “The atmosphere is a mix of bright, colorful visuals and dark themes like slavery, human torture and experimentation, exploitation of desperate people, etc.”
    • “The dialogues and the atmosphere were not.”
    • “The soundtrack successfully sets the mood and atmosphere of the game, enhancing the overall experience, while a staple in the genre, can feel somewhat clichéd or predictable.”
  • character development24 mentions

    Character development in the game is generally viewed as lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that while the character designs are charming and visually appealing, the protagonist's growth feels minimal and primarily revolves around stat increases rather than meaningful narrative progression. Some players appreciated the intriguing story and world-building, but overall, the character development system is described as simple and unremarkable, leaving a mediocre impression despite the game's aesthetic strengths.

    • “The story and character development are quite good, and the game is longer than I initially expected.”
    • “That game was an RPG with character development, somewhat interesting story and vast world to explore.”
    • “So we can openly say the character development is simple but extremely intuitive, without any guide you will decide what kind of Hilda weapons and style suit you more.”
    • “Character development: the protagonist's growth feels lacking.”
    • “It would have been a much more interesting game if there was some form of character development beyond her stat numbers increasing.”
    • “Character development system is unremarkable.”
  • stability18 mentions

    The game's stability is notably inconsistent, with players reporting a variety of bugs and glitches, including freezing during new encounters, frame rate drops, and problematic camera angles. While some users find it runs well on platforms like the Steam Deck, others experience game-breaking issues such as disappearing characters and unexpected camera movements. Overall, the game has a charming indie feel but requires players to tolerate its numerous technical shortcomings.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “My PC is not that fast, but the game runs great.”
    • “Great game and amazing combat! This was my first game I purchased on Steam Deck; I played the demo and loved it, and it actually runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “Even after several patches, the game experiences glitches, occasional frame rate drops, animation bugs, and problematic camera angles, particularly in dense or chaotic scenes.”
    • “So the game freezes every time you encounter something new, including enemy attacks.”
    • “❌ [b]bugs, some are game-breaking[/b]; unexpected camera movement, large enemies fit into tiny doors, game freezes when saving, character disappears when teleporting, odd hitboxes, getting stuck between objects and weird surround sound(?) (fighting an enemy in front of you but the sound comes from behind).”
  • replayability13 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag among reviewers. While some praise the variety of weapons, movesets, and engaging quest lines that encourage multiple playthroughs, others criticize the lack of customization and broken combat mechanics, leading to a perception of limited replay value. The consensus suggests that while there are elements that support replayability, such as different loadouts and character interactions, many players feel it falls short of being highly replayable.

    • “Asterigos is a very interesting and competent indie 'souls-like' with a very compelling setting and excellent replayability, thanks to its varied weapons and movesets: I completed the game with the swords & shield and the spear, but you can mix & match just about any of the 6 weapons and end up with something as outlandish as a spellcaster/bomberman hybrid with the staff & bracelets.”
    • “There's a large amount of content, replayability to try different loadouts and get a different ending, and a truly fantastic set of characters to follow to the end.”
    • “With all of the different weapon/build combos, there's plenty of replayability for gameplay alone, and this is one of the few games where I enjoyed combat as much on the last boss as I did at any other point in the game.”
    • “Unfortunately, this game has bad replayability due to the broken combat and the RPG dialogues.”
    • “Despite the depth of the skill tree and the variety of 6 different weapon styles, I found that the game does not have too much replayability.”
    • “The game simply has no replay value.”
  • emotional11 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the depth and character development that adds emotional weight to the experience, particularly in side content and key scenes. However, others criticize the overall story as boring and repetitive, hindering the ability to form meaningful emotional connections with characters. While there are moments of warmth and believability in voice acting, many feel that the game ultimately fails to leave a lasting emotional impact.

    • “Asterigos has a nice story and characters in the vein of JRPGs, with its emotional and relational twists.”
    • “There's quite a bit of depth to it, with lots of additional information earned through completing side content that enhances the overall experience, adding some surprisingly hefty emotional weight.”
    • “The voice acting comes across believably and convincingly, especially in emotional and important scenes.”
    • “Boring story with way too much repetition and a quest log that is way too convoluted for its own good.”
    • “Not-great souls gameplay, a boring story, combat that happens way too infrequently, an annoying protagonist, and so-so boss battles.”
    • “Cons: boring story with way too much dialogue; the quest journal is useless, so be prepared to look everything up online.”
  • humor11 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with moments of childishness and attempts at seriousness that sometimes fall flat. While some players find the glitches and character interactions amusing, others criticize the lack of clever writing and dry prose. Overall, the humor can be hit-or-miss, with some enjoying the comedic elements while others feel it detracts from the experience.

    • “Hilda is a rock and funny.”
    • “Sometimes it is hard to take the game seriously because I'm laughing at all the awful drawing.”
    • “There's a lot of humor in the game as well, even if it does sometimes try a rug-pull on you.”
  • monetization5 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players feeling misled by its promotional ads that suggested a high-quality experience, while others criticize the DLC as a cash grab reminiscent of EA's practices. Additionally, players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, which is seen as a positive feature.

    • “There are no microtransactions, which is a huge plus!”
    • “I appreciate that the game doesn't pressure you into spending money.”
    • “The monetization model is fair and doesn't affect gameplay.”
    • “The DLC is EA-level cash grab, maybe even worse.”
    • “My first experience with the game was a bunch of YouTube ads that made it seem like a AAA game and then the demo in Next Fest that sold me on the high production quality.”
    • “And no microtransactions!”
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71% average critic score

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Play time

8hMedian play time
15hAverage play time
4-16hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 12 analyzed playthroughs

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