Desecration of Wings
- March 16, 2018
- SierraLee
- 15h median play time
Desecration of Wings is a first-person shooter game set in a dark, fantasy world. As the Silent Hero, players must fight their way through hordes of enemies using an array of weapons, while uncovering the truth behind a cursed artifact. With challenging gameplay and a rich story, Desecration of Wings offers an immersive experience for fans of the genre.
Reviews
- The game features a compelling and well-written story that explores mature themes, including the protagonist's dual life as a historian and a sex worker.
- Gameplay mechanics are engaging, with a unique skill system that allows players to learn abilities through equipment, making combat strategic and rewarding.
- The game is praised for its positive portrayal of sex and relationships, offering a refreshing perspective on adult content within a thoughtful narrative.
- Some players found the pacing of the story rushed, leading to underdeveloped character arcs and a lack of depth in world-building.
- The adult content, while present, can feel arbitrary or out of place at times, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
- The RPG Maker engine limitations result in a lack of variety in art and environments, which can make the game feel repetitive or simplistic.
- story89 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging and well-written narrative, featuring strong character development and unique perspectives on adult themes, particularly the portrayal of sex work. While some players found the pacing and plot execution to be rushed or confusing, many appreciated the depth and complexity of the characters and the overall storyline, which is considered a standout feature in the adult game genre. However, a few critiques noted that the story could feel simplistic compared to previous titles by the same developer, with some elements lacking in depth.
“As is usual with Sierra Lee titles, the game brings a fantastic story and strongly written characters.”
“The story that unfolds is interesting, well written, and more compelling than many non-18+ titles.”
“The storytelling is excellent and far above par compared to its peers in the adult game genre.”
“The storytelling is too fast, the plot is a bit confusing and not convincing, and the character development is not good.”
“If you expected the last sovereign standard of story, I do not recommend it.”
“Its this story your main character is a woman who conducts research as an archeologist for whatever reason, making use of her proficient knowledge and skills in alchemy, combat, healing arts, and monster slaying capabilities, yet the story tells us that she has to work as a prostitute in a brothel to feed her daughter because it is the 'safest' and more 'lucrative' way to earn money... no, just no... I'm not feeling it.”
- gameplay26 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging mechanics and integration with the story, particularly highlighting the thoughtful worldbuilding and character development. However, some players noted that certain mechanics were poorly explained, leading to confusion, and criticized the presence of casino mechanics that detracted from the experience. Overall, the game is recognized for its solid RPG elements and compelling narrative, though some feel it could benefit from additional gameplay hours and clearer mechanics.
“Like all of Sierra Lee's games, this has an awesome story and engaging gameplay.”
“In summary, Desecration of Wing is an exceptional game that combines well-balanced JRPG-style gameplay with a compelling plot, thoughtful, well-written dialogue, and an elegantly conveyed empathy.”
“The way the gameplay reinforces the world building and story was actually a bit stunning at first.”
“I felt that while separately the mechanics, the gameplay, and the adult material worked well, when all put together the game was kind of a mess.”
“Unfortunately, we are in an age where casino mechanics are rampant in games, so it's highly likely that people will go into the casino in this game thinking 'I can get cool stuff here,' and no, Felana's flavor text upon entering the casino isn't enough.”
“A few gameplay mechanics were never explained (affection between party members). Most gains seemed plot-involved anyway, and I have no clue what changes the affection scores grant.”
- grinding11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a mixed experience; while some players appreciate the traditional JRPG grind for levels and skills, others find the necessity to grind for money tedious, especially with frequent ambushes. The endgame features high HP enemies that can make grinding feel repetitive, but the balance of enemy difficulty and the rewarding combat system help mitigate some of the frustration. Overall, grinding is seen as integral to the experience, though it can become excessive, particularly for those pursuing the "true" ending.
“The game is about 30 hours long, with the last third spent grinding levels and skills so you have a chance to beat the final bosses.”
“While I don't mind the grind if the levels prove necessary, the grind just for money gets tedious pretty quickly, especially when you can quite easily beat the game in the low-mid 30s.”
“A - I don't mind some JRPG grinding, but I found that the store page's claim of 'removing the grind' is only true if you're aiming for a certain achievement and ending. If you want the 'true' ending, then you have to do some grinding.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game feature a subjective art style that divides opinions, with some praising the character artwork and adult scenes while others find the quality of secondary characters lacking. The original artwork is well-executed, providing individuality to characters, but inconsistencies in the R18 content detract from the overall visual experience. Despite these mixed reviews, the game's attractive appeal and promise of lengthy content are highlighted positively.
“The character artwork and adult scenes are unique and mostly of high quality.”
“From full character portraits to the dialogue face boxes, the original artwork is very well made and grants all the characters individuality.”
“This game offers a very attractive appeal, from its premise to its art style, promising lengthy content.”
“The art style is subjective; from reviews, it seems some like it and some don't.”
“The art style for the R18 content is sadly rather inconsistent.”
“While I do like pixel RPGs and such, this game gives a very attractive appeal; from its premise to its art style to its promise of lengthy content.”
- music5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in "Desecration of Wings" has received mixed reviews; while some players find it integral and immersive, enhancing the game's mood and themes, others criticize the RPG Maker audio design for lacking ambiance and experiencing technical issues, such as music stopping unexpectedly. Overall, the effectiveness of the music seems to vary significantly among players.
“With 'Desecration of Wings', the music and sound are used very well, carrying moods and themes expertly, and are an integral, enjoyable, and immersive part of the experience.”
“Some drawbacks though, as scenes tend to just pop up out of nowhere, and the RPG Maker music and overall audio design don't do much for the ambiance.”
“I did have music stop for some reason, and you will need to find a workaround to patch the Steam Deck version properly: I just copied and pasted an already patched version of the 'Desecration of Wings' game folder into the one on the Steam Deck.”
“I'm terrible at reviewing music and sound design, but I will say this: with almost every game, I usually turn the sound off and listen to other music eventually.”
- character development3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for being insufficient, as the fast-paced storytelling and confusing plot hinder deeper exploration of the characters. Reviewers suggest that a longer game duration could have allowed for more dialogue and a more convincing development of the characters.
“Information is conveyed simultaneously with character development.”
“I believe that if the game aimed for a 15-20 hour playtime instead of 10-15 hours, there would have been more room for dialogue, which would enhance both storytelling and character development.”
“The storytelling is too fast, the plot is a bit confusing and not convincing; the character development is lacking.”
“Information is conveyed at the same time as character development, which feels rushed.”
“If the game aimed for a 15-20 hour playtime instead of 10-15 hours, there would have been room for more dialogue to expand both the storytelling and character development.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its expertly crafted narrative that offers a unique perspective on kindness, growth, and wholesomeness amidst a harsh and judgmental environment. This emotional lens enhances the overall storytelling experience, making it resonate deeply with players.
“The lens through which the player sees the story is expertly crafted, allowing you to experience a unique perspective that reveals kindness, growth, and wholesomeness in a cruel, judgmental, and visceral world.”
“The emotional depth of the characters makes you feel deeply connected to their struggles and triumphs, creating a powerful bond that lingers long after the game ends.”
“Every choice you make resonates with emotional weight, making you reflect on the impact of your decisions in a way that feels profoundly personal.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its clever and outrageous storytelling, exemplified by the amusing juxtaposition of the town's archeologist being portrayed as both a scholarly figure and a comically scandalous character.
“The story is pretty hilarious; the town's archeologist is also the town's biggest troublemaker.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing.”
“I love how the characters have such witty banter; it adds a delightful layer of comedy to the gameplay.”