Celia's Quest
- June 23, 2015
- Duckvalley Productions
Get on SteamNot long after Celia leaves her home to go on an adventure (and maybe, just maybe, to avoid getting married to Ced the creep) she finds herself in the village of Villageville, where she meets another runaway. Just as they are deciding to go search for adventure together, a group of remarkably rude bandits show up and kidnap Celia's new friend! Now it's up to Celia to save her friend, prove herself…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique gameplay style that emphasizes exploration and puzzle-solving over traditional grinding and leveling up, providing a refreshing experience.
- Celia's Quest is praised for its humor and quirky characters, creating an engaging and entertaining atmosphere reminiscent of comedic fantasy literature.
- The art quality is noted as impressive for an indie game, showcasing the developer's care and creativity in crafting a vibrant and colorful world.
- The difficulty curve can be quite steep, especially for new players, with some puzzles and boss fights being frustratingly challenging without adequate guidance.
- The graphics, while charming, are described as not particularly pretty, which may detract from the overall visual experience for some players.
- Players may find themselves running back and forth to town for healing and item management, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story of "Celia's Quest" serves primarily to enhance gameplay, focusing on humor and character interactions rather than traditional narrative depth. Players appreciate the lighthearted and comedic elements, which create a charming atmosphere reminiscent of games like Borderlands. Overall, while the story may not be the main draw, it effectively complements the engaging gameplay experience.
“The story, the characters, the world: it all brings the mark of care and love.”
“A fun mix of story and humor had me giggling at Celia's Quest, which I haven't really done since Borderlands. There is no XP to be gained and no traditional 'level ups,' which at first seems lacking, but the more I play, the more I'm starting to enjoy it as I'm finding myself playing the game without fighting hordes of monsters in a tireless grind.”
“But Celia's Quest charmed me when I first saw it.”
“Unlike most games made on RPG Maker engine, this game focuses on actual gameplay rather than storytelling.”
“The story, like I said before, is here mostly to drive the gameplay.”
“Celia's Quest is an adventure game with an RPG-styled combat system.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its absurdity and charm, creating a vibrant and entertaining atmosphere that players find refreshing. With funny characters, engaging dialogue, and a whimsical storyline, it offers a delightful escape from reality, reminiscent of the humor found in games like Borderlands. Overall, players appreciate the lightheartedness and comedic elements that enhance their gaming experience.
“Nevertheless, I enjoyed the way it is introduced, its humor, and the atmosphere of an absurd fantasy world.”
“This game is funny and kind of crazy.”
“A fun mix of story and humor had me giggling at Celia's Quest, which I haven't really done since Borderlands.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally soothing and relaxing, providing a calming atmosphere for players. However, it is criticized for having only one track for all combat scenarios, which can lead to monotony during gameplay.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“Some bad parts of this game: only one music track for all fights.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is prioritized over storytelling, distinguishing it from many other RPG Maker titles. The narrative primarily serves to enhance the gameplay experience rather than dominate it.
“Unlike most games made on the RPG Maker engine, this game focuses on actual gameplay rather than storytelling.”
“The story, as I mentioned before, is here mostly to drive the gameplay.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered unremarkable, but they effectively complement the game's comedic tone, with enemy sprites being a notable exception that look decent.
“You can expect puns and jokes around every corner, and while the graphics are not exactly pretty, they work surprisingly well with this kind of comedic setting.”
“The enemy sprites look fine.”
“The graphics are not pretty.”
“While the graphics are not exactly pretty, they do work surprisingly well with this kind of comedic setting.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that grinding is constrained by limited power-ups, preventing mindless investment of time and encouraging strategic preparation for challenging boss fights.
“Power-ups are limited, so you can't just mindlessly invest your time into grinding if the upcoming boss fight is too tough.”
“The grinding feels repetitive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself spending hours grinding for resources, but it often feels like I'm not making any real progress.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's high replayability due to the extensive character customization options and the variety of gaming styles available, allowing for diverse experiences in each playthrough.
“Moreover, this game has lots of freedom in customizing your character and selecting your gaming style, which contributes to its high replay value.”
“The variety of choices and paths you can take ensures that each playthrough feels unique and engaging.”
“With multiple endings and different character builds, I find myself coming back to explore new strategies and experiences.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by an engaging blend of humor and an absurd fantasy world, creating an enjoyable and immersive experience for players.
“I enjoyed the way it is introduced, its humor, and the atmosphere of an absurd fantasy world.”
