Cavern of Time

54%
Game Brain Score Based on 39 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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Cavern of Time is a first-person puzzle-adventure game set in a mysterious, ancient cavern. Players must navigate through a series of complex puzzles and challenges to uncover the secrets of the cavern and its enigmatic creator. With a unique time-manipulation mechanic and stunning visuals, Cavern of Time offers a fresh and engaging gaming experience.

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54%
Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews
story7 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features original graphics and a unique art style, which sets it apart from typical RPG Maker titles.
  • The storyline is engaging and atmospheric, providing a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic RPGs.
  • The game offers a variety of loot and customizable character progression, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate item management and character development.
  • The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, crashes, and poor optimization, which detract from the overall experience.
  • Gameplay mechanics are inconsistent, with frequent missed attacks and unbalanced enemy encounters leading to frustration.
  • The game is very short, lacking depth in story and character development, leaving players wanting more content.
  • story27 mentions

    The game's story is described as linear and somewhat rushed, with many players expressing a desire for more depth and character development. While some appreciate the atmospheric storytelling and engaging side quests, others find the main narrative lacking and overly simplistic. Overall, the story has potential but feels underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more from the experience.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “It was a pretty solid story and would be pretty neat with more details, character development, and more.”
    • “I like the way it was done graphically and with a nice story behind it.”
    • “Cavern of Time seems buggy and amateurish with odd design choices and an incoherent story.”
    • “It is a very linear story, and be ready to read a ton of text when there is a story screen.”
    • “My biggest criticism is that it is criminally short (I had the game beat in just shy of 2 hours, no grinding necessary) and found myself wanting for more story at the end, which there was ample space for as the game explores virtually nothing about the world or any secondary characters.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while some users appreciate the consistent art style and find it reminiscent of classic titles, others criticize the limitations of the RPG Maker engine, particularly in fullscreen and HD support. Overall, the visuals are considered decent for a 2D game, with some unique artistic choices that contribute positively to the overall experience, despite not being groundbreaking.

    • “The game is really rough; created with the RPG Maker but with a graphic style you usually don't see in those kinds of games.”
    • “Graphics are splendid, the plot interesting, and the combat amusing.”
    • “I like the way it was done graphically and with a nice story behind it.”
    • “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 game is really rough; created with RPG Maker but with a graphic style you usually don't see in those kinds of games.”
    • “This is not one of those; I believe this is a custom RPG engine with a surprisingly consistent art style, despite this art style being... not great.”
  • music7 mentions

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many users appreciating its relaxing qualities and nostalgic "Ultima" feel. The soundtrack is noted as a highlight, effectively contrasting soothing ambient sounds with more intense moments, although some find the overall storyline lacking.

    • “Had this Ultima feel to it with the music and style.”
    • “The soundtrack is pretty good though.”
    • “Sound of encountering an enemy contrasting with soothing ambient music = nightmare fuel”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is criticized for its low-quality mechanics and numerous inconsistencies, often resembling typical RPG Maker asset flips. While some players find it entertaining despite its flaws, others note significant balancing issues and a lack of polish, suggesting that more attention to gameplay could have improved the overall experience. The visuals are also deemed subpar, detracting from the potential enjoyment of the mechanics.

    • “Let me say first I am very knowledgeable when it comes to RPG Maker - I worked with it for many years when I was younger and I know the mechanics inside out.”
    • “Mechanically the game is fun but suffers from some balancing issues; potions don't cost an action to apply and stackable effects are very abusable, so I found myself killing the end boss in two hits.”
    • “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.”
    • “Would I recommend this game? I say yes for the story, as little as it was; it was a nice little story, but no for the mapping and gameplay.”
    • “This game is in a weird category of games that have countless visual errors as well as gameplay inconsistencies but manage to be entertaining despite that for some odd reason.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding in the game to be tedious, particularly when navigating the main map, but those who enjoy classic 90s RPGs may tolerate it for the nostalgic experience. However, many criticize the game's brevity, noting that it can be completed in under two hours without grinding, leaving them wanting more depth in the story and character exploration.

    • “I think my biggest beef is how tedious it can be sometimes to move across the main map areas.”
    • “I'd even venture to say it's worth the full price if you like old 90s style RPGs and don't mind some kind of boring grinding.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game is primarily conveyed through a few monologues from the protagonist, Bria, which provide a solid narrative foundation. However, players feel that the overall character development could benefit from more depth and detail to enhance the storytelling experience.

    • “Your character, Bria, receives significant character development through the two or three monologues she has throughout the game.”
    • “The story is solid and would benefit from more details and deeper character development.”
    • “The character development is engaging and adds depth to the overall narrative.”
    • “Your character, Bria, receives character development through only two or three monologues in the entire game.”
    • “It was a pretty solid story, but it would be much better with more details and character development.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's replayability, noting its value and atmospheric qualities, and express a willingness to pay more for an extended experience. Overall, the game is seen as offering significant replay potential, enhancing its appeal.

    • “Devs, if you happen to read this: I would be very comfortable paying more for a longer experience (with some replayability too). Given the reception of other games you've developed, I'd say this is the series you should invest more budget and time into.”
    • “Devs, if you happen to read this: I would be very comfortable paying more for a longer experience (with some replayability too). Given the reception of other games you've developed, I'd say that this is the series you should invest more budget and time into.”
    • “Nice price for an atmospheric RPG with a lot of replayability value.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive storytelling and engaging RPG elements, contributing to a rich and replayable experience. Users appreciate the depth and quality of the atmosphere, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “I will not say anything about the story to avoid spoiling people, but it's pretty damn good and the storytelling is atmospheric.”
    • “Nice price for an atmospheric RPG with a lot of replayability value.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of "Cavern of Time" has been criticized for its buggy performance and amateurish design choices, leading to an incoherent story that detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The Cavern of Time feels buggy and amateurish, with odd design choices and an incoherent story.”
    • “I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay experience.”
    • “The game often freezes during critical moments, making it frustrating to progress.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted to be entertaining, particularly in its dialogue, providing some laughs during multiplayer sessions. However, it is not considered a serious comedic experience.

    • “I got a few laughs with friends while playing it because the dialogue is pretty funny at some points.”
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