Cyrano

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Cyrano is a single player action game. It was developed by Popcannibal and was released on March 7, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Fight with blades and wits in this one hour adaptation of the classic stage play, Cyrano de Bergerac! Cyrano is the greatest swordsman and wordsmith in all of France. He also has the largest nose and the fiercest temper. He has stood alone against a hundred soldiers and can best the wits of any poet alive, but when he falls in love with Roxane, he is hopeless. Could Roxane love a man with a gia…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a charming retelling of the classic Cyrano de Bergerac story, with engaging characters and a fun narrative.
The art style and music are vibrant and fitting, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
The letter composition mechanics are creative and enjoyable, allowing players to express themselves in unique ways.

The combat balance is poorly aligned with the game's style, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Players may find themselves needing to reset the game due to a lack of resources early on, which can disrupt the flow.
The gameplay mechanics feel underdeveloped, making it difficult for some players to fully engage with the game.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The game's story, based on the classic tale of Cyrano de Bergerac, is praised for its charming and faithful adaptation, capturing both humorous and emotional moments as players navigate the narrative from a third-person perspective. While the linear storyline is engaging and relatable, some players found the combat mechanics to detract from the experience, limiting their ability to interact with the story fully. Overall, the narrative is well-received, with many expressing a desire to explore the original play after experiencing the game.
- “I really enjoyed the story from start to finish.”
- “The story is told from the third person perspective, and you step into the shoes of Cyrano during the 1600s when France and Spain are at war.”
- “As I followed the story, there are lots of funny, witty moments, but they blend well with the more serious, emotional ones.”
- “The story itself is linear, so it'll be obvious when it ends, especially if you're familiar with the play.”
- “Although I haven't had a chance to read the play yet (but I totally will when I get the chance), I did look up info about the play, and the game doesn't diverge from the actual story.”
- “Day 3 seems tough since we seem to have to heal so much while they do 140 hp if they double hit and healing is still under 40... I recommend for the story but I do hope they rebalance it too.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The gameplay is built on intuitive and promising concepts, but many players find the mechanics underdeveloped and occasionally frustrating, particularly in later battles. While some users enjoyed the fun and varied approaches to combat, others noted a learning curve with certain mechanics, such as letter writing. Overall, the gameplay offers potential but may require further refinement to enhance the experience.
- “It took me a few tries to figure it out, but the mechanics were fun.”
- “As for the gameplay, I found the battles to be fun, although somewhat frustrating when I encountered later battles.”
- “The idea is intuitive and the core concepts are promising, but the gameplay mechanics feel underdeveloped.”
- “It took me a bit to figure out the letter writing mechanics, but once I did, it was a relatively easy game.”
- “With the gameplay, you'll encounter battles, and for the most part, you can choose how you want to approach enemies.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's graphics are highly praised for their phenomenal artwork and unique art style, which effectively immerses players in a theatrical experience.
- “The music and artwork in this game are phenomenal.”
- “The art style used makes you really feel like you're watching a play.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its phenomenal quality, featuring a diverse range of instrumental tracks that effectively convey various moods and emotions, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The music and artwork in this game are phenomenal.”
- “In regards to the music, the tracks are all instrumental, and they vary in moods and emotions.”
- “The music is very appropriate and perfect for this game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by the clever and witty dialogue of the main character, Cyrano, who uses his verbal skills to navigate challenges, contrasting with the less articulate Christian. The blend of comedic moments with serious emotional themes creates a balanced and engaging narrative experience.
- “Cyrano is a funny, witty main character who fights his enemies with the power of words, while Christian is more of the handsome but boring young man who fumbles with words.”
- “As I followed the story, there are lots of funny, witty moments, but they blend well with the more serious, emotional ones.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, noting that it skillfully balances humorous and witty moments with serious, poignant themes, creating a rich narrative experience.
- “As I followed the story, there are lots of funny, witty moments, but they blend well with the more serious, emotional ones.”