Chronicles of 2 Heroes: Amaterasu's Wrath
- May 26, 2023
- Infinity Experience
Get on SteamAmaterasu and her disciple, Empress Himiko, tyrannize feudal Japan with their mighty army of yokai. All hopes rest on Kensei the samurai and Ayame the kunoichi, two siblings who trained for years to defeat the goddess. Combining their abilities, they will get into the imperial capital of Osaka to steal the three sacred treasures, the empress’ power source. - Switch between the protagonists in rea…
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Reviews
- The character swap mechanic is innovative and adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for fluid transitions between characters with unique abilities.
- The level design is well-crafted, progressively teaching players the mechanics and providing rewarding optional content.
- The game features charming pixel art and a soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, making it engaging despite some criticisms.
- The game lacks accessibility options, making it difficult for players with special needs to enjoy the experience.
- The character switching mechanic can disrupt the flow of gameplay, leading to frustration for some players who may prefer a more traditional platforming experience.
- The pacing can feel slow and tedious at times, which may lead to boredom for players who prefer faster-paced action.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a character swap mechanic that is well-integrated into the level design, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the thoughtful progression and the game's ability to teach mechanics effectively, although opinions vary on the overall appeal of the character designs. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its fluidity and engaging mechanics, making it a highlight of the game.
“If the character swap mechanic appeals to you, you'll love that this game is built entirely around it.”
“The game teaches you the details of the mechanics and when you'd want to use each character through thoughtful level design and moderates progressive difficulty well.”
“It's a make or break mechanic and, for me, it breaks the game.”
“You should buy this game for the gameplay, but ludonarrative consonance (outside of the initial character designs) is nowhere to be seen as of review time (2 hours) and that's perfectly fine.”
“I just saw this game on Twitter and loved the art, but after playing it for a while, I must say that the mechanics and the feel of the gameplay are really smooth and nice.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a standard 16-bit art style that showcases good pixel art, which some players appreciate despite it not being their personal preference. While the visuals may not engage everyone, they are recognized for their quality and contribute positively to the overall gameplay experience.
“Good pixel art: the art style isn't my preference, but it's impossible not to appreciate the effort on display.”
“It has got an excellent gameplay; the graphics are amazing in their own particular style.”
“The art style is serviceable.”
“The art style is standard 16-bit.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered serviceable, with some players appreciating its ability to change slightly based on character transitions. While it may not appeal to everyone, it is described as engaging and well-suited to the gameplay, complementing the vibrant pixel art and character design effectively.
“I like how, when you switch between the two, the music changes slightly to reflect the character.”
“It's not really my kind, since I'm very dull in this kind of games, but it has got an excellent gameplay, the graphics are amazing in their own particular style and the soundtrack is awesome.”
“All accompanied by beautiful pixel art with a lot of personality thanks to the character design and a soundtrack that engages and pushes you to keep trying once again.”
“The music is serviceable.”
“The soundtrack is engaging and pushes you to keep trying, but it lacks variety.”
“While the music changes slightly to reflect the character, it often feels repetitive.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as lackluster, with some characters like the ninja girl Ayame being more engaging than others, such as the samurai boy Kensei. Overall, the narrative does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
“The story is whatever...”
“The plot feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted to be minimal, with a lack of ludonarrative consonance beyond initial designs; however, this is not seen as a drawback. The vibrant pixel art and engaging soundtrack contribute to the overall experience, making the gameplay enjoyable despite the limited character growth.
“All accompanied by beautiful pixel art with a lot of personality thanks to the character design and a soundtrack that engages and pushes you to keep trying once again.”
“You should buy this game for the gameplay; ludonarrative consonance (outside of the initial character designs) is nowhere to be seen as of review time (2 hours), and that's perfectly fine.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on a meaningful level.”
“While the character designs are visually appealing, the actual development and growth of the characters throughout the game are disappointingly minimal.”
