Chronicles of Refugia
- August 26, 2022
- Medium
Get on SteamIn the aftermath of catastrophic global warming, humans live in conflict with their new, not-so-human neighbors... and three "Alices" must fight against humanity to ensure the survival of their race.
PC
Reviews
- The character designs by Yone Kazuki are stunning and visually appealing.
- The game has potential with interesting storylines and character dynamics, particularly in the 'Another Story' segment featuring Noah.
- The game is easy to navigate with smooth controls, making it accessible for players.
- The prologue is chaotic and confusing, leading to a high drop-off rate among players.
- The main story feels incomplete and more like an introduction rather than a fully developed narrative.
- Some scenes lack sound, creating jarring moments of silence that disrupt the immersion.
- story31 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is set in a flooded future and revolves around a territory dispute on Hourei Island, featuring multiple narratives including Alice's perspective and an amnesiac character's journey. While the main story is criticized for its unlikable protagonist and lack of resolution, the additional stories, particularly Noah's, are praised for their engaging characters and refreshing narratives. Overall, players express a desire for more content and continuation of the story, indicating potential for future development.
“Taking place in a future where much of the coasts have been flooded due to rising sea levels and non-humans have either evolved or have come out of hiding, the story revolves around a territory dispute on Hourei Island.”
“The prologue has a lot of information about the whole utopia-like world and there's this extensive backstory of Alice and the residents of the island.”
“I really enjoyed the characters and the stories - especially Noah's story, which was really sweet. I hope they eventually release some kind of continuation or stories for other characters.”
“I made it into the first proper story chapter, and that is where I gave up.”
“So we have a massively unlikable protagonist in a boring story.”
“Has potential but it feels like the whole was just an introduction and not a complete story in itself.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a heartwarming yet bittersweet experience, despite featuring an unlikable protagonist and a lackluster story.
“Nonetheless, it was heartwarming and bittersweet at the same time.”
“The protagonist is incredibly unlikable, making it hard to connect with the story.”
“The emotional depth of the narrative is lacking, resulting in a boring experience.”
“I found it difficult to engage with the characters due to their unrelatable traits.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character designs by Yone Kazuki from Hakuoki are praised for their stunning quality, the overall character development in the game appears to be lacking, with little depth or growth noted by users.
“The character designs by Hakuoki artist Yone Kazuki are stunning.”
“The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story.”
“Each character evolves in a way that feels natural and engaging throughout the game.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is notably impactful, with players feeling its absence during silent moments, making its return all the more striking and immersive.
“In silence, you notice it all too well when the music comes back in.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing every moment.”
“Each track is carefully crafted, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws you in.”
“In silence, and you notice it all too well when the music comes back in.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their stunning artwork and user-friendly navigation, with no issues related to clunky controls.
“The artwork is stunning, and it's easy to navigate through, with no clunky controls.”
“The graphics are breathtaking, creating an immersive experience that draws you into the game world.”
“Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
