Drago Noka
- January 12, 2023
- GeSEI unkan (ゲ製うんかん)
Get on Steam"Drago Noka: Submerged Cataclysm" is an action-adventure game set in a flooded world, where you play as a dragon rider fighting against mysterious forces threatening your home. Explore the sunken ruins of ancient civilizations, battle sea monsters and enemy warriors, and unlock new abilities to upgrade your dragon companion. Experience a captivating story with challenging gameplay and stunning visuals in this immersive title.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging farming sim experience with a variety of activities such as farming, crafting, and dragon mechanics that keep gameplay fresh and interesting.
- Players appreciate the charming atmosphere and the ability to customize their village and soundtrack, making it a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
- The game has a lot of depth with numerous systems and unlockable content, providing a rewarding sense of progression as players explore and build their village.
- The controls and user interface can be confusing, with a lack of clear instructions leading to frustration, especially for new players.
- Many players feel that the NPCs lack depth and interaction, making relationships feel shallow and limiting the overall engagement with the game's social aspects.
- The game suffers from performance issues and cluttered inventory management, which can detract from the overall enjoyment and flow of gameplay.
- grinding16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is noted to be quite tedious, particularly in mining and resource collection, which can feel overwhelming due to the limited rewards and repetitive tasks. While the farming and crafting mechanics are enjoyable, players express a desire for more efficient systems, such as NPCs assisting with ranching, to alleviate the grind. Overall, the game is appreciated for its charm and potential, but the grind may deter some players, especially those unfamiliar with the farming sim genre.
“The mining in this game is the most tedious thing I've done since you need to pull the materials that drop to the ladder that you came from.”
“Sure you can fix this later on with a collection flooring, but I really don't understand why the dev just didn't allow the ranching NPC to do ranching stuff for you since you're already inundated with other tasks, mainly mining and farming during most of the game.”
“This game is like really grindy; it would be a great co-op game if you think about it. Anywho, suggestions that I think would be good... more land, more villagers to add as well, and maybe getting more materials because getting 2 materials is way too little. It takes up so much time.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay features standard farming, mining, and building mechanics that are competent but not innovative, with dragon mechanics adding some interest through battles and character development. While the intertwining systems and unique weather mechanics enhance the experience, the overall gameplay remains average, with a mix of simple yet deep crafting elements that contribute to a satisfying life simulation. Players appreciate the synergy between activities, though some aspects feel underwhelming.
“From the sound effects and music to core gameplay aspects, the game has a lot to offer and I am truly curious about the future of the game.”
“Like the best of the genre, it intertwines gameplay elements so that all of the activities you can do synergize and contribute to building up your character and your village.”
“However, the numerous intertwining systems and the ambition behind the gameplay make it an outstanding life simulation.”
“The farming, mining, and building mechanics are competent but nothing groundbreaking; just your average, plant your seeds, water your crops, poke at things to break them.”
“You can also raise your dragon to be stronger and to battle with other gigantic beings on the world map; however, this mechanic is also kind of meh.”
“Once again, I wish I could leave a review without a binary score because this is a rather average game. It would be 5/10 without the dragon mechanics and setting; with them, it's maybe something around 6 or 7.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered interesting, featuring a blend of elements from popular titles like Stardew Valley and Rune Factory, with villagers providing missions that enhance gameplay. However, some reviewers feel that the narrative lacks depth and could benefit from a more substantial main quest, leading to a mixed reception regarding its overall engagement.
“Has an interesting story.”
“These villagers then give you missions that further expand your gameplay with new features.”
“Explore and discover this new game; you won’t regret it if you are a fan of games like Rune Factory, Stardew Valley, or Story of Seasons.”
“This game could've been more engaging if there was a big main quest focused on that instead of the mediocre half-fleshed systems the game has.”
“Was hoping the game would be a bit more like Dragon Quest Builders, which I feel like playing now instead.”
“With few plot twists here and there.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is customizable, allowing players to select tracks from the wyvern girl, enhancing the overall experience. While the soundtrack is described as pleasant, it lacks memorability, though it complements the gameplay effectively. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, leaving players curious about future updates.
“I love that you can customize the soundtrack!”
“From the sound effects and music to core gameplay aspects, the game has a lot to offer and I am truly curious about the future of the game.”
“You can get more music from the wyvern girl (labeled as MD in the manage tab); she also is the one you get the villages from, and you get 2 options per villager to pick from.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale after a short time.”
“While the sound effects are decent, the music doesn't really fit the game's atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its unique wistful and melancholic atmosphere, which is considered a central element of the overall experience.
“It has a special wistful and melancholic atmosphere.”
“It has some special wistful and melancholic atmosphere.”
“Yes, atmosphere is the key.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered uninspired, resembling standard RPG Maker tilesets, with only the hand-drawn portraits standing out. While some users appreciate the cute visuals and interesting ideas, the overall aesthetic is criticized for its lack of creativity and reliance on generic fonts.
“The graphics are incredibly cute, featuring some unique and interesting design ideas.”
“The visuals are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly bring the game to life.”
“The art style is charming and imaginative, making every scene a delight to explore.”
“The graphics are pretty boring; aside from the hand-drawn portraits, most sprites look like they came straight out of an RPG Maker tileset. The entire game seems to have been made in such or a similar RPG engine, and you can definitely feel it while playing. The fonts used are also very dull, resembling everyday Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri.”
“The visuals lack creativity and feel outdated. The character designs are uninspired, and the environments are bland, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“Overall, the graphics are underwhelming. The art style doesn't stand out, and the animations are stiff, which detracts from the overall experience.”
