DEEP 8

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Deep 8 is an indie game, mostly inspired by 90s classical RPGs like Final Fantasy. Explore vast worlds, a deep and thrilling story with mildly erotic themes and a Skillbased Roundbased Fighting system.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

story12 positive mentions

grinding8 negative mentions

Deep 8 features a unique and engaging combat system with interesting mechanics that require critical thinking and strategy.
The game has a well-developed story with memorable characters and a rich, immersive world that draws players in.
It showcases a strong personality and passion from the developer, making it a standout title in the RPG Maker genre.

The game suffers from unbalanced combat, where enemies can be disproportionately difficult compared to player capabilities.
Some character designs and graphical elements may be considered unattractive or off-putting to players.
There are instances of awkward pacing and backtracking that can disrupt the flow of gameplay.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Deep 8 is praised for its engaging progression and character development, unfolding in a satisfying and unpredictable manner. Set against a backdrop of a grand sci-fi war, it tackles real-life issues and taboo topics with a bold approach, which may be polarizing for some players. Overall, the narrative is described as ambitious, entertaining, and intricately woven with gameplay elements, particularly highlighted in key encounters.
- “The story unfolds in a very satisfying way.”
- “There was a great idea for a game world and a story, and that was made into a game with visible passion.”
- “Deep 8 is a grand and ambitious sci-fi RPG with a very personal story amidst a vast space as well as a great war.”
- “As for the overall story, there is definitely something dooming in the background and the game doesn't get tired in showing you how brutal and ruthless the enemy is.”
- “After a while, I got the feeling to surmise in which direction the story might be going, and that's where it caught me, especially the last enemy encounter in the demo, which is a splendid blend between gameplay and story.”
- “That's kinda the feeling I also had while advancing through Deep 8's main story.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by well-built worlds and unique combat mechanics that allow for customization, reminiscent of late Super Nintendo and early PlayStation JRPGs. Players appreciate the simple yet rewarding mechanics, with a focus on tight actions that significantly impact gameplay. While some elements, like jumping, may pose challenges, the inclusion of an auto-jump option helps alleviate frustration, and the sound design generally enhances the immersive experience.
- “The worlds are well-built, and the combat and skill mechanics are unique, allowing for customization.”
- “Simple yet rewarding gameplay mechanics.”
- “The combat mechanics were probably the main reason why I bought this game in the end after playing the demo, but it doesn't mean the narrative can be seen as secondary.”
- “The gameplay is close to what you would expect from late Super Nintendo JRPGs or early PlayStation JRPGs.”
- “Some gameplay additions can be a bit harder to get around, like the jumping for example, but the dev seemed to know many people struggled with it and created an option to auto-jump.”
- “-traditional JRPG turn-based mechanics.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While "Deep 8" features some grinding typical of JRPGs, players find it manageable and enjoyable due to the engaging combat system and well-designed mechanics that keep each action meaningful. Overall, the grind is seen as a minor drawback that doesn't detract significantly from the overall experience.
- “The game can be a little bit grindy at times.”
- “I don't normally like grinding, but it wasn't that bad in this game.”
- “Drawing inspiration from typical JRPGs, Deep 8 is a little grindy at times, but this is compensated perfectly by the fun combat system.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is marked by a strong sense of progression, particularly as the story unfolds, although initial impressions may be hindered by character design. The inclusion of characters' inner thoughts alongside their dialogue adds depth, enhancing the player's understanding of their motivations and emotions. Overall, the game successfully combines narrative and character growth, creating a compelling experience.
- “Throughout much of the game, there is a good sense of progression in both character development and story.”
- “You always know what the character is thinking, as when they give their normal dialogue, there is also a blue parenthesis section that represents their inner thoughts. It's a nice level of character development.”
- “The character development is impressive, as it allows players to connect deeply with the characters and their journeys.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design in the game are highly praised for contributing to its unique identity, with many users highlighting the cool soundtrack and the option for custom music.
- “The music and sound design give this game even more of a unique identity.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game's character models, which evoke an "uncanny valley" effect that adds a unique charm rather than detracting from the experience. This distinctive style sets it apart from other games, contributing to its overall comedic appeal.
- “The character models are kind of funny; they're a bit 'uncanny valley', but it didn't bother me. It has its own unique style and doesn't look like the thousand other games I've played before.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game showcase a high level of detail, featuring impressive particle effects, multiple parallax scrolling backgrounds, and well-crafted 3D-modeled in-game cutscenes, indicating significant effort in achieving graphical fidelity.
- “A lot of effort was put into graphical fidelity, including particle effects, multiple backgrounds with parallax scrolling, and 3D-modeled in-game cutscenes.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as a significant focus, with the sci-fi setting serving as a backdrop for exploring intense emotional and sexual themes. Reviewers anticipate that these elements will play a crucial role in the overall narrative experience.