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
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game has a unique and original art style, which sets it apart from typical RPG Maker games.
  • The storyline is engaging and atmospheric, providing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs.
  • Despite its flaws, the game offers a casual and entertaining experience, making it a decent choice for those looking to kill some time.
  • The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, crashes, and poor optimization.
  • Gameplay mechanics are inconsistent, with frequent missed attacks and unbalanced enemy encounters.
  • The game is very short, lacking depth in story and character development, leaving players wanting more.
  • 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.”
    • “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.”
    • “Short, unbalanced, with a bare bones storyline.”
  • 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.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “Had this Ultima feel to it with the music and style.”
    • “Music is great, storyline is just so-so.”
    • “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 basic mistakes that detract from the overall experience. The game has potential, but it suffers from a lack of attention to gameplay compared to its graphics.

    • “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.”
    • “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 areas, which can detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of 90s RPGs, others criticize the game's brevity, noting that it can be completed quickly without the need for 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 experience would benefit from more detailed exploration and depth in character development.

    • “Your character, Bria, receives significant character development through two or three impactful monologues she has throughout the game.”
    • “The story is solid, but it would be even better with more detailed 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 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.”
    • “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, with reviewers highlighting its immersive storytelling and overall ambiance, which enhances the RPG experience. Additionally, the game offers great replayability, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking a rich atmospheric experience.

    • “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" is criticized for being buggy and poorly designed, leading to an overall impression of amateurish execution and an incoherent narrative.

    • “The Cavern of Time seems buggy and amateurish with odd design choices and an incoherent story.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by amusing dialogue that can elicit laughs, particularly in a social setting, but it is not substantial enough to recommend the game as a serious experience.

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