Driftmoon
- January 3, 2014
- Anne Mönkkönen
- 10h median play time
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- Driftmoon is a charming and light-hearted RPG that offers a fun and engaging story, filled with humor and heartwarming characters.
- The game is accessible for younger players while still providing enough challenge for seasoned gamers, making it suitable for a wide audience.
- With a focus on exploration and clever writing, Driftmoon rewards players with secrets and collectibles, ensuring a delightful experience with each playthrough.
- The combat system is simplistic and may feel unchallenging, lacking depth and tactical elements that some players might expect from an RPG.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in the story and gameplay.
- There are technical issues, such as bugs and quest items getting stuck, which can detract from the overall experience and frustrate players.
- story54 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story in Driftmoon is a charming blend of classic fantasy tropes, featuring a light-hearted narrative filled with humor, heartwarming characters, and clever plot twists, including time travel. While the main storyline is somewhat predictable and linear, it is well-presented and engaging, making it accessible for younger audiences while still offering depth for older players. Overall, the game is praised for its delightful writing and the enjoyable exploration of its world, despite its simplicity compared to larger RPGs.
“It's chock-full of classic but lovingly crafted story tidbits, plenty of clever humor, heartwarming characters, and rewarding little secrets to dig up if you explore thoroughly enough.”
“The story is a fairly standard fantasy trope (evil king made a macguffin to rule the world, it got stolen and broken up, now he's trying to reassemble it and you are the world's last hope!) but the characters are charming and funny, and there are some clever plot twists involving time travel.”
“The story is well written and full of humor, making it a delightful experience despite its simplicity.”
“The story is fairly generic, not really good or bad, just there.”
“There's nothing terribly original about the story, but it's all well-written and filled with funny, light-hearted moments.”
“The plot is fantasy-standard stuff: village destroyed, chase down the big bad with the companions you acquire one-by-one, maybe even fall in love along the way, and it does so with tongue firmly planted in cheek.”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever quips, charming characters, and light-hearted dialogue that often references classic fantasy and sci-fi works. While the story follows a familiar fantasy trope, it is enriched with amusing moments and clever plot twists, making it enjoyable without feeling forced or childish. Overall, players appreciate the blend of humor and world-building, though some jokes may not resonate with everyone.
“It's chock-full of classic but lovingly crafted story tidbits, plenty of clever humor, heartwarming characters, easter eggs, and rewarding little secrets to dig up if you explore thoroughly enough.”
“The story is a fairly standard fantasy trope, but the characters are charming and funny, and there are some clever plot twists involving time travel.”
“All in all, I really recommend this to anyone that's looking for a cute, happy, cheerful, funny little RPG to have a jolly good time.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics in this game are generally described as simple and not particularly advanced, with a mix of low-fi and polygonal styles that may appeal to some players nostalgic for older games. While the visuals are not the game's strong suit, they are often considered adequate for the indie development context, allowing players to focus more on the story and gameplay. Overall, expectations for high-end graphics should be tempered, as the game prioritizes narrative and character development over visual fidelity.
“Great visuals.”
“Had a nice top-down dungeon-crawling feel; maybe not everyone's first pick when it comes to graphics, but I kind of like the more polygonal look of yesteryears.”
“Pretty graphics, and a top-down view that made me fondly remember the good old days of Ultima VII... but also of Baldur's Gate in terms of dialogue display (bright, and beautifully drawn character portraits).”
“However, if graphics are very important to you, then this is not your game.”
“The graphics suck, but never mind those.”
“This game does not have the most advanced graphics you've ever seen.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Driftmoon is described as enjoyable and accessible, with a solid mix of engaging storytelling and straightforward mechanics that cater to a wide audience. Players appreciate the game's charm and humor, noting that it offers a satisfying experience without feeling overly lengthy or repetitive. Overall, it combines fun gameplay with a captivating narrative, making it a worthwhile adventure RPG.
“Ultimately, a full, unhurried but to-the-point run takes me about 10 hours of gameplay, which I feel is plenty to enjoy without it ever feeling stretched or bloated.”
“I played a full 11 hours straight; I almost had 100% completion (some secrets I could not find, but overall should not impact your gameplay whatsoever).”
“The gameplay is fun, the characters are great, and the plotline is engaging.”
“It may not be much to look at and the gameplay is nothing new; however, the story is well written and full of humor.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often criticized for being repetitive and amateurish, failing to stand out or enhance the experience. While it does not disrupt immersion, it is generally considered unremarkable and contributes to an overall lackluster audio experience.
“The music gets repetitive and annoying at points.”
“The music is amateurish from the get-go.”
“The music becomes part of the background, and while it isn't remarkable per se, it at least does you the favor of not breaking your immersion.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming storytelling, clever humor, and well-crafted characters, which together create a delightful experience filled with rewarding secrets and nostalgic elements for players to discover.
“It's chock-full of classic but lovingly crafted story tidbits, plenty of clever humor, heartwarming characters, and rewarding little secrets to dig up if you explore thoroughly enough.”
“I had my heartwarming fun haha.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate mixed opinions on replayability, with some users noting a degree of replay value, while others feel the game lacks any significant incentive to play again.
“This game offers significant replay value.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes it highly replayable.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, encouraging multiple runs.”
“This provides some replay value.”
“There is no replayability.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that the game offers nearly 10 hours of entertainment without the need for extensive grinding, although some find certain tasks, like moving blocks, to be tedious and unenjoyable.
“I liked that there was enough game here to provide almost 10 hours of entertainment without requiring me to spend hours grinding mobs to level up.”
“Mainly, they have to do with moving blocks around or whatever, and it was just tedious and not fun.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report ongoing glitches in the main quest, indicating that stability issues persist in the game.
“Sad to see such glitches still happen on the main quest.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I encountered multiple bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
