Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete

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Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Kisareth Studios and was released on November 8, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete," players experience an updated RPG with improved cut-scene dialogue, more detailed character sprites, and expanded resolution options. This revised edition aims to enhance gameplay and bridge the gap between episodes shipping with enhanced NPC dialogue and combat visuals.

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story12 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

Engaging storyline with mature humor and unexpected twists, making it more enjoyable than anticipated.
Solid gameplay mechanics with a unique battle system that allows players to control encounters and requires strategic planning.
Great value for the price, offering many hours of gameplay and hidden content that keeps players invested.

Repetitive and shallow character development, with many characters lacking distinct personalities and depth.
Frequent grinding required, which can become tedious and detracts from the overall experience.
Technical issues such as poor resolution support and awkward dialogue presentation that can disrupt immersion.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
71%
6%
The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring a politically charged narrative with imaginative elements, but often criticized for being verbose and lacking depth. While some players appreciate the engaging plot and character dynamics, others find it clichéd and shallow, with a linear progression that can lead to repetitive gameplay. Overall, the story appeals primarily to fans of classic JRPGs, though it may not satisfy those seeking more complex narratives or character development.
- “Chronicles has a heady storyline, filled with politics and drama.”
- “Kisareth Studios certainly has a love of the genre, and this is best displayed in the rich story and realm that they have created.”
- “I adore what this game has to offer story-wise, and the character personalities keep me interested.”
- “While the story certainly does not lack imagination, it teeters towards being verbose, and it can lead to some head-scratching moments.”
- “The constant fights quickly become tiresome and the main story arc is neither well fleshed out nor is it delivered often enough to keep you interested or hooked.”
- “The story is cliché, the characters have no personality or diversity, and the game's flow is extremely repetitive.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay of the RPG Maker series offers a mix of classic turn-based mechanics and unique elements, appealing to both casual and advanced users. While some players find the experience engaging with a solid 15 hours of content and enjoyable writing, others criticize the game's immaturity and lack of polish. Overall, it caters to fans of traditional JRPGs, though it may not satisfy those seeking high-end graphics or extensive gameplay.
- “There is a minimum of 15 hours worth of gameplay, and future chapters are already in development.”
- “The story, music, and gameplay are all superb.”
- “Gameplay: 9/10 (classic, yet it's cool with unique things!)”
- “I couldn't make it through 5 minutes of gameplay; the whole game seems immature. The dialogue, story, art, and concept are just not well thought out or put together.”
- “The gameplay is very rote JRPG fare, and the graphics are pretty standard across the board. Some will have nice character portraits, but the portraits in this seem to be generated in RPG Maker.”
- “If nothing less than Skyrim-quality graphics and infinite hours of gameplay are more your cup of tea, this may bore you quickly.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
18%
18%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many players finding themselves captivated by the battle themes. However, some users note that the music can become repetitive over time, potentially detracting from gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is amazing, and really well done.”
- “Half the time I go into battle, I find it hard to fight because the music is just too amazing for me to not jam out to.”
- “The music for this game is actually really good (you will have the battle theme stuck in your head for weeks) and so is the art direction and spell effects.”
- “The music and sound effects are nothing special either.”
- “If you turn off all three sound options (listening to music, at work, etc), there are two sounds during battle that are still heard.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding is a significant aspect of the game, especially in the early stages where players must level up to prepare for boss encounters, yielding substantial rewards like increased hit points. While some players find the grinding effective and reminiscent of classic JRPGs, others describe it as tedious and potentially off-putting, particularly due to repetitive enemy patterns. Overall, the game offers a mix of grinding that can be satisfying for fans of the genre, but may bore those seeking more modern gameplay experiences.
- “In fact, roughly 100 hit points are added for each experience level, making early level grinding highly desirable.”
- “Grinding feels effective but very tedious after a while.”
- “There is also a lot of grinding required, so be prepared.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics in the game are generally considered standard for RPG Maker titles, featuring typical assets that may feel outdated or overused to some players. While some appreciate the improved visuals and character portraits, others find the overall aesthetic inconsistent and lacking in innovation. Overall, the graphics serve the gameplay well, but may not satisfy those seeking high-end visuals or a more modern experience.
- “It's a nice game with good graphics and it has a good story behind it.”
- “Graphics: 9/10 (typical and also improved or enhanced graphics!)”
- “Some might be turned off by the broody, almost gothy mood of the characters and story, or by the perhaps inconsistent graphics and fonts, but really, the gameplay is tight, and the writing (with said update) is delightful.”
- “The outdated graphics, battle system, and overused stock items, character avatars, etc. get to be quite boring over time.”
- “This goes double for RPG Maker games, because the graphics are pretty standard across the board (some will have nice character portraits, the portraits in this seem to be generated in RPG Maker) and the gameplay is very rote JRPG fare.”
- “The graphics are fine, but they’re stock RPG Maker used in typical ways.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its mature humor, being noted as one of the funniest RPGs available. However, some players feel that it occasionally overreaches in its attempts to balance humor with darker themes.
- “I love the game for its mature humor.”
- “Most humorous RPG I've ever played!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's significant replayability, noting that the abundance of side quests encourages them to revisit the game for a more complete experience. Many express excitement about diving back in to explore content they previously missed.
- “There's a lot of replay value; I missed tons of side quests, so guess what? I'm off to play again!”
- “The game offers endless replayability with different choices and outcomes to explore.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in for more adventures.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Overall, the game's optimization has improved significantly with the latest rebirth update, enhancing performance to a smooth experience, especially in fullscreen mode. However, some users still report occasional lag during fast-paced actions, likely due to the complex scripting involved.
- “The rebirth update is actually quite a good enhancement to the game, adding better looking battle sprites, spell effects, resolution options, and I think, although I might be wrong, new music as well. The performance of the game is now silky smooth when before it was quite choppy if you chose to play fullscreen.”
- “Performance: 8/10 (sometimes it lags a bit when I want to make fast moves like getting 2 characters ready with skills; it lags due to the enhanced scripting they had made, I guess).”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the potential of the game, the poor optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “I was really disappointed with the optimization; even on high-end hardware, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players feel a sense of attachment akin to a screensaver, others find the story lacking and the gameplay frustrating due to challenging bosses. Overall, the emotional engagement varies significantly among players.
- “Like a screensaver, but with emotional attachment.”

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Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete is a role playing game.

Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete is available on PC and Windows.

Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete was released on November 8, 2013.

Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete was developed by Kisareth Studios.

Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 1 Tides of Fate Complete is a single player game.

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