Divinia Chronicles: Relics of Gan-Ti

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In Divinia Chronicles: Relics of Gan-Ti, explore a fantasy world and engage in unique real-time combat as you navigate a story about the powerful force of Divinia, once sought as a weapon by ancient kings. After rebellion and the capture of Gan-Ti artifacts, peace was restored - until now, when the long-suppressed evil relics threaten to resurface. The Order of Archkeepers must once again rise to defend the land.

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

Divinia Chronicles: Relics of Gan-Ti screenshot

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story9 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

The game is a playable and enjoyable tribute to classic RPGs like Zelda, featuring great graphics and music that enhance the immersive experience.
The combat system is fluid and engaging, with a variety of spells and abilities that add depth to gameplay.
The developers are responsive to feedback, quickly addressing issues and continuously updating the game, showing a commitment to improvement.

The game suffers from some technical issues, including awkward controls and a targeting system that can be buggy, making combat less enjoyable.
There is a lack of content and depth, with some players feeling that the game is too short and missing essential RPG elements like loot and inventory management.
The user interface can be confusing, and some players have reported issues with the game's AI and dialogue, detracting from the overall experience.

story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
57%
11%
The story of "Divinia Chronicles" is praised for its compelling and well-written narrative, featuring a blend of classic RPG and JRPG elements that create an engaging adventure. Players appreciate the charismatic characters and the atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the storytelling experience, although some note that the plot follows familiar tropes typical of the genre. Overall, the game successfully keeps players interested, with side quests that enrich the narrative and character development.
- “You start your adventure as a young boy with a passion for sword fighting, but that's just after an introduction cinematic that tells the story of Orio Island, the divine tree, and Gan-Ti.”
- “The story is well written and easy to follow.”
- “The story is actually well written and kept me interested the whole time; there are also side quests that help you upgrade your gear or learn more about the characters.”
- “The beginning story currently feels very cheesy.”
- “I like it so far alright, but want to see more story content as well as more classic RPG loot and progression added soon.”
- “Just more content in the story to make this a 6 or 8 or 10 hour game would help my value score as well.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the storytelling, creating an enjoyable atmosphere that complements the gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, noting its peacefulness and fitting nature, with many giving high ratings for both music and sound effects. Overall, the combination of great music and well-crafted graphics contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The soundtrack accompanies the story very well, which is very well written and elaborated.”
- “The music, enemies, and storyline really sell the atmosphere.”
- “The game has great potential; I loved the atmosphere and the music, and I hope to play an updated version soon!”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised for their beauty, smooth textures, and well-crafted 3D design, reminiscent of classic titles. While the visuals are generally impressive, some users noted minor issues such as character design during dialogues and visible glitches. Despite these drawbacks, the game's art style and audio design contribute to a captivating experience, especially considering its low-budget origins.
- “The graphics are beautiful and well-crafted, in a 3D reminiscent of classics.”
- “Divinia Chronicles is a fun 3D action RPG game. Even though it's an early access version, I like the graphics. What I love about it is that you can run it on any PC setup with nice FPS. I have an old HP laptop, and it runs just fine, no lag and no issues.”
- “Very nice graphics with smooth textures that draw you into the world.”
- “Some of the character designs during dialogue look quite strange; I feel like the developers could improve them, especially the eyes, which are quite massive.”
- “Although some of the dialogue artworks could be a little better.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fluid mechanics and accessibility, making it suitable for players who prefer a story-driven experience over complex combat. While some users noted minor issues with the game's content and script errors, these do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “An action RPG with fluid mechanics and very good gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fun and direct.”
- “I tried Divinia Chronicles: Relics of Gan-T again today after the 7/22/20 update and I can't see any improvement in gameplay.”
- “I can see the game has a few issues it needs to still iron out for what content has been released so far, but these are so minor it won't spoil your gameplay. Someone needs to re-read this game's English script and alter it because there are misspellings and sentences that don't make full sense, for example, 'wish' spelled as 'whish' and talking to the water temple woman certainly needs reworking text-wise.”
- “The combat mechanics are simple enough to pick up and are great for anyone looking for something that is more story-focused rather than an emphasis on combat.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players feeling a strong sense of belonging enhanced by the music, enemies, and storyline. It evokes a nostalgic vibe reminiscent of "Zelda: Ocarina of Time," while maintaining its unique identity, contributing to its overall charm and potential for future updates.
- “You will definitely like the atmosphere inside, and you will feel like you belong there.”
- “The music, enemies, and storyline really sell the atmosphere.”
- “If you liked Zelda: Ocarina of Time, you will love this game, but do not expect an exact copy as it thrives on its own atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers emphasize that charm and humor are essential elements of the game, suggesting that these qualities significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “Charm and humor should not be missing.”
- “Charm and humor should not be absent.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players noting awkward dialogue that detracts from the overall experience, particularly in early interactions. While there are moments that evoke nostalgia and discomfort, the re-translation efforts since 2016 have not fully resolved these issues, leaving some players feeling disconnected from the characters.
- “The game evokes a deep sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of playing Twilight Princess, but now on PC.”
- “There are moments in the game that truly resonate emotionally, making the experience feel profound and impactful.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is marked by noticeable graphical glitches and a somewhat unreliable targeting system, which can hinder the combat experience, especially for new players. While some users have adapted to these issues over time, the need for improvement in visual effects and targeting reliability is evident.
- “The combat might be a little challenging at the beginning; the targeting system seemed kind of buggy to me. After some practice, I noticed I could handle enemies better without targeting them.”
- “Graphics: 8/10 due to visible glitches, and the damage pop could look a lot more colorful and flashy with critical hits.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users reporting flawless loading times and smooth gameplay without any issues.
- “The game loaded and played flawlessly without any issues.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I was impressed by how well the game runs; it maintains a steady frame rate throughout.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game enjoyable, but note that once they master the combat mechanics, the experience can become somewhat tedious due to repetitive grinding.
- “This game is really fun right now, even though once you master the combat, it gets a little tedious.”