Echo

About Echo

Echo is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by Nobody Studio and was released on December 1, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

Information 【Game Name】Echo - Our Voice 【Type】Action RPG 【Game Control】Keyboard, Controller, Steam Deck 【Language】English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese,...

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44%Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story3 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features a compelling story with a huge plot and various elements, including detective mystery.
The combat system is engaging and not turn-based, providing a nice challenge and the option to skip difficult puzzles.
The graphics and sound design are well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.

Controls are difficult to manage, especially with keyboard settings, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The game has performance issues, including delayed actions and choppy graphics, which detract from the overall experience.
Many players feel the pricing is excessive for an RPGMaker game, with concerns about hidden costs and microtransactions.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its depth and complexity, featuring a rich plot with elements of detective mystery, making it worth the price for some players. However, others find the narrative slow and lacking in character development, leading to a lack of engagement compared to other action RPGs available at a better value. Overall, opinions on the story are mixed, with some appreciating its intricacies while others feel it falls short.
- “Because this is a game with a very good story with a huge plot and many different elements (like detective mystery).”
- “And because of that good story it is in my eyes very much worth the price.”
- “It's not very challenging (you can afk button mash), and the story is slow and not good enough for me to care.”
- “The problem is that there are so many much better action RPGs in terms of gameplay and story for a much better price.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -67% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is perceived as lacking when compared to other action RPGs, with users noting that both the gameplay mechanics and story fall short, especially considering the price point.
- “I'm determined to give the game a fair shake and judge its gameplay features, not anything else about the business model or presentation.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of mechanics that keep the experience fresh and exciting.”
- “The controls are responsive, making it easy to execute complex moves and strategies during combat.”
- “The problem is that there are so many much better action RPGs in terms of gameplay and story for a much better price.”
- “I'm determined to give the game a fair shake, and judge its gameplay features, not anything else about the business model or presentation or anything.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized for its high base price of $34.99, coupled with additional microtransactions for downloadable content and in-game consumables, leading to perceptions of greed among users.
- “Not recommended at the insane price of $34.99 with greedy microtransactions.”
- “On top of the crazy high MSRP, there are DLC microtransactions for in-game consumables.”
- “The game feels like a cash grab with constant prompts to spend more money.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Many users express concern that the game's grinding mechanics feel excessively tedious, suggesting that developers may have intentionally increased the grind to encourage players to spend money on shortcuts.
- “Did the developers make the game more grindy so you'd pay to skip?”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding than actually playing the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the absurdity of its $73.70 worth of consumable DLC, which many players find amusing and indicative of the game's satirical take on monetization in gaming.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that catch you off guard.”
- “The witty dialogue and funny character interactions make every playthrough a joy.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with users noting that they are of good quality.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Reviewers note a lack of character development in the early stages of the game, with some expressing uncertainty about the plot's potential to engage players.
- “I haven't yet seen enough of the plot to tell whether it'll be interesting or not, and there hasn't been any character development yet.”