Destiny's Sword

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Destiny’s Sword is a Living-Narrative Graphic Adventure. Explore distant worlds, forge friendships and lead your troops through an epic adventure. In a future where bodies can be healed in minutes, the wounds technology can't conquer are within the mind. In Destiny’s Sword you’re the commander of a team of skilled troopers - and the only thing that can get in their way is themselves. Every recruit…

Play Modes

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

Reviews

41%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and interesting premise focused on managing the mental health and readiness of a squad, which is a refreshing change from traditional combat games.
Character depth and emotional tracking are well-developed, making the stories relatable and engaging for players.
The art and prose are gorgeous, contributing to an immersive experience that could have been a fantastic comic book.

The game feels unfinished and lacks substantial content, with many players describing it as more of a demo than a complete game.
There are numerous bugs and issues that disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking bugs that prevent progression and repetitive dialogue.
Choices in the game often lack clear consequences, and the mechanics surrounding armor and weapon choices are poorly explained, leading to confusion.

story
27 mentions
15 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its engaging narrative and character complexity, while others criticize its limited branching paths and repetitive dialogue. Although the writing shows potential, many feel it lacks depth and coherence, particularly in its early access state, where content is sparse and missions are few. Overall, while the story has its merits, it requires further development and refinement to fully realize its potential.
- “This game has it all; the music, graphics, and storyline are fabulous, and I am definitely obsessed!”
- “The story is good, not at all a 'combat' game, more like a choose-your-own-adventure novel.”
- “Different game mechanics, complex characters, choices matter; the developers need more time on the story, and a few bug fixes. I do think 2023 might be a better time, and the early access price is fine as long as they keep the story moving.”
- “I can't recommend the game, most prominently because it is story-focused, and the writers don't understand some very simple concepts of English or biology.”
- “No less frustrating are the endless dialogue cycles with the crewmates, going back and forth to make sure everyone is squared away only to repeat statements from two missions ago.”
- “While the game is billed as a squad management game, it fails to feel meaningful.”
graphics
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are polarizing, with some players praising their unique style and artistic quality, while others find them less appealing. Overall, the visuals are described as fitting the game's theme, contributing to an engaging experience alongside its music and storyline.
- “This game has it all; the music, graphics, and storyline are fabulous, and I am definitely obsessed!”
- “The graphics are striking; you will either love them or hate them.”
- “The game is designed with a unique artistic style, complemented by good artwork and an engaging premise.”
- “The graphics are incredibly bland and lack any real detail.”
- “The art style feels outdated and doesn't match the game's theme.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and look lifeless.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the depth of character development and the game's ability to convey and track individual emotional states, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “I really like the depth in the characters and the ability to track their individual emotional states!”
- “The game made me feel a wide range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak, and I truly connected with the story.”
- “Every choice I made had an emotional impact, making me reflect on my decisions long after I finished playing.”
music
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting it as fabulous and integral to their overall obsession with the game's experience.
- “This game has it all; the music, graphics, and storyline are fabulous, and I am definitely obsessed!”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game presents an intriguing core concept; however, it suffers from significant bugs and feels more like a demo than a complete experience.
- “The core concept is interesting, but the game is very buggy and feels more like a demo than a complete product.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes and glitches that made it nearly unplayable.”
- “The game is riddled with stability issues, causing constant interruptions and frustration.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The reviews suggest that the current star rating system may not effectively reflect the game's optimization, indicating a need for clearer terminology, such as "mission performance," to better convey the game's performance metrics.
- “The optimization features in the game allow for a seamless experience, making it easy to tailor settings to my preferences.”
- “I love how the game encourages players to optimize their strategies for better performance, adding depth to the gameplay.”
- “The ability to fine-tune various aspects of the game really enhances my overall enjoyment and engagement.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I often experience lag and performance issues, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The game feels unpolished, with many features that could use better optimization.”
gameplay
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by diverse mechanics and complex characters, with player choices significantly impacting the experience. However, reviewers note that the story requires further development and bug fixes, suggesting that a more polished version may emerge in 2023. Currently, the game can be completed in about an hour, but the pricing is considered reasonable if the narrative progresses effectively.
- “The game features different mechanics and complex characters, making choices feel impactful. While the story could use more development and some bugs need fixing, I believe that with more time, the game could shine even brighter.”
- “Gameplay is engaging with a variety of mechanics that keep things interesting. The characters are well-developed, and the choices you make truly matter.”
- “Despite some bugs, the gameplay is enjoyable and immersive. I think with a bit more polish and story development, this game could be a standout in 2023.”
- “The game mechanics are different, and while the characters are complex, the choices don't seem to matter as much as they should. The developers need more time to refine the story and fix the bugs. Currently, a player could finish the game in about an hour, but I believe 2023 might bring improvements if they keep the story engaging.”
- “The gameplay feels rushed and incomplete, with many mechanics that don't quite mesh well together. It seems like the developers had a lot of ideas but didn't have enough time to execute them properly.”
- “While the game has potential, the gameplay is marred by bugs and a lack of depth. The choices presented feel superficial, and the overall experience is quite short, leaving players wanting more.”