Dura Vita Online
- January 5, 2021
- PBS Designs
Get on SteamPLAY HOW YOU WANT: There are no classes or restrictions. You want to wield a two-handed axe and wear cloth armor? Go for it! MULTIPLAYER: Smaller scale instanced multiplayer currently supporting only a handful of players per instance. RANDOM ITEM GENERATOR: Weapons and armor that drop have a chance to apply numerous stats. There are hundreds of combinations! SKILL UP: There are dozens of…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a lot of potential and could appeal to fans of classic MMORPGs like Ultima Online.
- It's free to play, making it accessible for players willing to explore its early access state.
- The developer shows dedication to improving the game, with plans for future updates and fixes.
- The game suffers from a lack of basic features such as a tutorial, map, and character customization, making it confusing for new players.
- Many assets appear to be low quality and poorly integrated, leading to a subpar visual experience.
- Gameplay is hindered by numerous bugs and a lack of player activity, resulting in a dead online environment.
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the visuals as fantastic and promising for future content, others criticize them as lazy and lacking detail, particularly in elements like water and the overall environment. Additionally, the absence of graphics settings and poor control options detracts from the overall experience.
“Give this game some time... graphics are amazing, and you can see that it will be rich in content.”
“The graphics are fantastic.”
“The graphics of the boxes, bars, and buttons are lazy.”
“Another graphic that turned me off was the water.”
“Visuals are way too close before they pop up when you show so much around.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism due to the use of uncredited assets from other developers. Despite being initially presented as free, the developers have indicated plans to charge players, raising concerns about the game's integrity and intentions as a cash grab.
“The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
“It's somewhat academic if these assets were ever going to become more than just another digital homicide cash grab. And before we go 'oh, but it's free', the developer clearly indicates in their early access pledge (including the deadline they failed to meet) that this is going to carry a price tag. Yes, the developers want your money for other people's game assets.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received criticism for not meeting expectations set by the trailer, with users expressing disappointment in its current state, especially considering it is in early access.
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the user's review, which primarily focuses on gameplay mechanics and frustrations related to inventory management and weight limits. While the user acknowledges the game's potential, they express disappointment in the early access state and the lack of basic functionality, suggesting that the narrative may be overshadowed by technical issues.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the player with little emotional investment in the plot.”
“The dialogue is often cringeworthy and fails to convey the intended depth of the story.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's stability is a concern, with many experiencing bugs and glitches that require documentation and feedback to the solo developer for improvements.
“Let's download the game, play it, and take as many screenshots as possible to report bugs and glitches, including suggestions for the one-man developer.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered multiple glitches that disrupted gameplay, which really detracted from my overall enjoyment.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be genuinely funny, highlighting its effective use of humor throughout the gameplay experience.
“This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
“The humor is spot-on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
“I love how the game incorporates absurd situations that keep the gameplay light-hearted and fun.”
