Chrono Sword

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Chrono Sword is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by 21cDucks co., Ltd. and was released on December 6, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

『Slip back up the time stream. Back to the roots that crept up to snuff the life out of everything.』 Chrono Sword is a souls-like action RPG set within a vast world, requiring players to travel between the past and future to uncover the secrets lying under that world's surface.A uniquely crafted adventure with a time travel themeThis city, once vibrant, is now a living hell where monsters and ma…

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a great visual style and atmosphere, reminiscent of classic pixel art.
There is potential for improvement, and the developers are active and responsive to community feedback.
The combat provides satisfying feedback when hitting enemies, creating a sense of impact.

Controls are clunky and unresponsive, making combat feel frustrating and difficult to manage.
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with targeting and movement.
There is a lack of content and polish, leading to a feeling of abandonment and a lack of engaging gameplay.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The graphics are generally praised for their art style and ambiance, contributing to a dark and immersive experience. However, some users note issues with visual polish, particularly in NPC dialogues and intro screens, as well as occasional bugs and difficulties in world legibility due to the lo-fi aesthetic and isometric perspective. Overall, while the visuals have potential, they are hindered by control inaccuracies and a need for further refinement.
- “The visuals, art, and sound are all very good.”
- “Love the art style, love what the gameplay is aiming for.”
- “EA soulslike ARPG + visuals + ambience = a dark adventure traveling through time to fix everything.”
- “Controls need to be a lot more accurate and smooth (especially shielding); some buggy areas and graphics still happen from time to time. The intro screen and NPC dialogues need to be visually polished, and finally, the story/dialogue need to be a bit more engaging.”
- “It is simply not that great, thanks in part to the controls and visuals.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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The gameplay is praised for its artistic style and ambitious goals, but some players find it clunky, particularly in the early stages, which can lead to frustrating moments and unanswered questions.
- “Love the art style, love what the gameplay is aiming for.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and make for a smooth experience.”
- “On the other hand, the gameplay leaves some question marks.”
- “That said, the gameplay is a bit clunky, which leaves you—especially in the early stages—very open to hits.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, featuring a well-crafted world enhanced by captivating pixel art, effective music, and strong voice acting. Reviewers highlight the dark ambiance and detailed animations that contribute to an engaging experience.
- “The atmosphere is enhanced by the good music and acting.”
- “I really liked how the world is built; the pixel art and atmosphere are fantastic.”
- “The dark atmosphere is complemented by the nice pixel art and animations.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marred by occasional bugs and glitches, particularly affecting controls and graphics. Users have noted that the shielding mechanics require more precision, and there are areas that lack polish, including the intro screen and NPC dialogues. Additionally, the story and dialogue could benefit from greater engagement to enhance the overall experience.
- “There are numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
- “Controls need to be a lot more accurate and smooth, especially when it comes to shielding. There are still some buggy areas and graphical issues that occur from time to time.”
- “The intro screen and NPC dialogues need to be visually polished, and the story/dialogue could be more engaging.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while grinding for points can be beneficial, it ultimately requires skill to defeat enemies, making grinding less impactful. Additionally, there is minimal incentive to revisit previous locations, as most progress comes from leveling up through grinding against foes.
- “Grinding for points won’t help you because you still have to beat enemies with skill.”
- “Except for grinding on enemies, there is little need to revisit old locations.”
- “I finally beat him after grinding several levels.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for creating a captivating atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience alongside strong acting and artistic elements.
- “The game creates a good atmosphere with its music and acting.”
- “This one is filled with art and music.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally praised as great, but some players feel that the dialogue and narrative could be more engaging. Additionally, there are concerns about the need for visual polish in the intro screen and NPC dialogues, as well as issues with controls and occasional bugs.
- “It has definitely a great story.”