Driftmoon
- January 3, 2014
- Anne Mönkkönen
- 10h median play time
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Reviews
- Driftmoon is a charming and fun RPG that is accessible for kids and casual players, featuring heartwarming characters and clever humor.
- The game offers a well-crafted story with engaging side quests and plenty of secrets to discover, making it enjoyable for multiple playthroughs.
- Despite its simplicity, Driftmoon provides a delightful experience with a good balance of exploration, puzzles, and light combat, all wrapped in a colorful and vibrant world.
- The combat system is overly simplistic and may feel unchallenging for seasoned RPG players, lacking depth and tactical elements.
- The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it doesn't offer enough content to justify its full price, especially given its indie development background.
- There are technical issues, such as quest items getting stuck and bugs that can hinder progress, which detracts from the overall experience.
- story108 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 4 % 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 as it progresses. Overall, the game is praised for its delightful writing and enjoyable side quests, despite its simplicity compared to larger RPGs.
“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 (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.”
“A surprisingly interesting story with many plot twists and side stories.”
“Driftmoon's story is fairly generic, not really good or bad, just there.”
“The story is decent, albeit predictable.”
“There's nothing terribly original about the story, but it's all well-written and filled with funny, light-hearted moments.”
- humor38 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever, light-hearted dialogue and charming characters, often filled with amusing quips and references to classic fantasy and sci-fi works. While the story follows a standard fantasy trope, it is well-written and offers plenty of funny moments that resonate with both younger and older audiences. However, some attempts at humor may fall flat, but overall, players can expect a delightful mix of wit and warmth throughout their adventure.
“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.”
“Really humorous without being childish or feeling forced.”
“Great story... loads of humor... tons of dialog options.”
- graphics38 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics in the 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 often considered pleasant, they are not the main draw, as many reviewers emphasize that the game's strengths lie in its story and characters rather than its graphical fidelity. Overall, players should not expect high-end graphics typical of more expensive titles, but rather a charming, indie aesthetic that complements the gameplay experience.
“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.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Driftmoon is characterized by its solid mechanics and engaging storytelling, providing a fun and relaxing experience that appeals to players of all ages. With a playtime of around 10-11 hours, it offers a satisfying adventure without feeling stretched, complemented by charming characters and a well-crafted plot. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking, the overall experience is enhanced by humor and the ease of gameplay, making it a worthwhile choice, especially when on sale.
“Driftmoon is a solid little adventure RPG with a charming story and nice play mechanics.”
“The gameplay is fun, the characters are great, and the plotline is engaging.”
“Strong storytelling, easy gameplay, brilliant mods; this has it all, and for a real steal of a price on sale now.”
“It may not be much to look at and the gameplay is nothing new; however, the story is well written and full of humor.”
- music8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often described as repetitive and amateurish, failing to stand out and sometimes becoming annoying. While it blends into the background and doesn't disrupt immersion, it is generally considered unremarkable and contributes to an overall lackluster audio experience.
“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.”
“Music gets repetitive and annoying at points.”
“The music is amateurish from the get-go.”
“I'd give it a 7/10, because of the poor visuals, poor music, and child-like dialogue.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming characters and cleverly crafted story elements, which evoke a sense of joy and nostalgia. Players appreciate the blend of humor and rewarding exploration, making for a delightful and engaging experience.
“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.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a mixed perception of replayability, with some users noting that the game offers some replay value, while others feel it lacks replayability entirely.
“This game offers significant replay value.”
“This game has great replayability.”
“The replay value is impressive.”
“This provides some replay value.”
“-no replayability.”
“-no replayability.”
- grinding4 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, particularly avoiding tedious mob-leveling. However, some find certain tasks, like moving blocks, to be monotonous and unenjoyable.
“Mainly they have to do with moving blocks around or whatever, and it was just tedious and not fun.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % 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.”
