ATNRPG

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ATNRPG is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Frank Carpenter and was released on May 25, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Welcome to ATNRPG. In this game, you play as a young man who's traveling the fantasy land that was his creation. Along the way you meet monsters and people. Some good, some bad. Meanwhile trying to stop two horrible Deities who have total control over the world! However, things are bound to go wrong when you can influence things greatly while in an unstable condition. Explore the Vast Op…

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game has an engaging storyline with depth and interesting dialogue, making the world feel alive.
Phillip the Slime is a standout character, adding charm and personality to the game.
It's a free game that offers a light and breezy RPG experience, with some enjoyable puzzles and choices.

The graphics and audio quality are poor, with low-quality assets and minimal music, detracting from the overall experience.
Gameplay can be tedious and lacks clarity in objectives, making it frustrating at times.
The game feels unfinished and more like a tech demo than a polished product, with many aspects needing improvement.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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21%
The game's story is praised for its depth and intriguing narrative, with a blend of adventure and darker themes that engage players. While some reviews note that the overall gameplay and production quality may be lacking, the storyline remains a strong point that captivates those who prioritize narrative over mechanics. Overall, it is recommended for players who appreciate a compelling story, despite its indie charm and gameplay shortcomings.
- “The game's indie charm is evident, and its storyline offers depth.”
- “You can sense a darkness and evil in the story, listening behind doors and hearing what the townspeople have to say.”
- “Definitely recommend this game, and this is extremely impressive for the developer's first game; you can see the depth of the story and the way it's being told early in the game, so you know the end will be amazing.”
- “The music, gameplay, story, fight scenes, etc. all feel a little lacking.”
- “The developer just wanted to tell a story and not be too focused on the graphics or music.”
- “☐ no story”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay has been criticized for its low quality, featuring repetitive mechanics and poor design choices, such as inconsistent boss mechanics that can frustrate players. While there are elements like puzzles and class choices, many reviewers feel that the overall experience is lacking, with some suggesting that the story is the only redeeming quality. Overall, the gameplay does not appeal to a broad audience, making it difficult to recommend.
- “Without spoiling too much, a key boss mechanic (that has by the way contributed to a large fraction of my playtime here) is low RNG.”
- “It's light, there are puzzles (not hard), choices of class and gameplay style, wild encounters, bosses, etc. but where this game really shines is Act 2.”
- “The gameplay feels as though you have to know something already before you play, which adds to my idea that this is your thing, not the thing for everyone out there.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “It can take anywhere between 3 seconds to 3 minutes for each boss mechanic to spawn, and it often spawns when you're in a bad position and proceeds to despawn the second you roll up to it.”
- “The gameplay, graphics, soundtrack, and in general everything was horrible.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many reviewers describing it as lacking depth and quality, often consisting of simplistic piano notes. While some acknowledge that the soundtrack may have a few standout moments, overall, it is considered a weak aspect of the game, overshadowed by a more compelling story.
- “The soundtrack is banging, and while some endings are more rewarding than others, the overall experience is enhanced by the music.”
- “The music, gameplay, story, and fight scenes all contribute to the game's atmosphere, even if they feel a little lacking at times.”
- “The story does get interesting after a bit, and while music may not be the game's strong point, it still plays a role in the overall experience.”
- “Very boring game with terrible music.”
- “The music, gameplay, story, fight scenes, etc all feel a little lacking.”
- “And the music is absolutely horrid; it only exists on a handful of maps and consists of a few notes on a piano that seem to be played by someone with very little musical knowledge.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The graphics in this RPG Maker game are criticized for their low quality, particularly in fullscreen mode, lacking full HD support and customization options, which detracts from the experience for modern PC gamers. Additionally, the developer's focus on storytelling over visual and audio quality has resulted in an overall negative reception regarding the game's graphics and sound.
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “The gameplay, graphics, soundtrack, and in general everything was horrible.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, often returning to characters for additional dialogue that elicits laughter, indicating a well-crafted comedic element.
- “I find myself checking to see if there's extra dialogue from the people I just talked to, and some of them made me laugh.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with witty one-liners that catch you off guard.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into the storyline, making even the serious moments feel lighthearted.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”