Echoes of Myth

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Echoes of Myth is a single player tactical role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Shifting Reality Interactive and was released on March 11, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

Echoes of Myth is a roguelite soulslike set in a broken, ever-changing fantasy world where gods have fallen silent. Choose your class and path, tactically battling enemies and bosses. Collect unique loot, unlock talents, and permanently enhance your character. Die, learn, and rise stronger. Soulslike CombatEngage in challenging combat against formidable enemies and bosses. Utilize a mix of mele…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

Engaging and challenging gameplay with smooth, snappy controls optimized for gamepads.
Deep and varied character builds with permanent upgrades, offering high replayability and a rewarding progression system.
Atmospheric music and sound effects that complement the gameplay, enhancing immersion.

Poor out-of-the-box Steam Deck support, with controllers not functioning properly beyond menus without adjustment.
Visual style may feel dated or unappealing to some players.
Randomness in character building can sometimes cause imbalance between build effectiveness and game difficulty.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its smooth, challenging, and engaging mechanics, reminiscent of classic hack-and-slash ARPGs like Diablo III. Controls feel polished and responsive, offering deep customization and variety in builds, weapons, and spells that keep the experience fresh and rewarding. Overall, the game provides a well-designed, addictive gameplay loop with satisfying combat and strategic depth.
- “Controls are outstanding; gameplay is both challenging and fun with a solid gameplay loop.”
- “The wide variety in gear and skills means you can experience a different type of gameplay on each run, with different enemies being the tough ones compared to a previous run.”
- “The game is above normal ARPG difficulty, but that's kind of expected with the Souls-lite combat mechanics.”
- “At first, the gameplay feels quite complex and even difficult.”
- “The mechanics are deep and thoughtfully constructed, allowing players to experiment and discover different ways to approach challenges.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are somewhat dated and may not appeal to everyone, but they are pleasant and complement smooth gameplay without being distracting. Despite the visual style not standing out, the overall presentation, including UI and atmospheric elements, is polished and effective.
- “The world and UI visuals are pleasant and don't distract from smooth gameplay.”
- “Quick battle encounters with enough variance, smooth controls (I play with a controller), pleasing visuals and a soundscape that really builds the atmosphere.”
- “Graphics are a little dated but I have grown to like them.”
- “While I understand it is a challenge for a solo dev to create unique and striking visuals, I'm still not a fan of the visual style of this game.”
- “Graphics are a little dated, but I have grown to like them.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive sound effects and dynamic music that enhance the game's world. Combined with smooth controls and pleasing visuals, the soundscape effectively deepens player engagement.
- “It perfectly matches the atmosphere and dynamically shifts with events, pulling you even deeper into the world.”
- “Sound effects and music are spot on for atmosphere.”
- “Quick battle encounters with enough variance, smooth controls (I play with a controller), pleasing visuals and a soundscape that really builds the atmosphere.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is highly praised for its outstanding quality and effectively enhances the game's atmosphere, complemented by well-crafted sound effects.
- “Sound effects and music are spot on for atmosphere.”
- “The music is outstanding!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users generally find the game offers good replayability, appreciating features or content that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, specific details on what drives the replay value are often minimal or vague.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is engaging yet unobtrusive, allowing players to enjoy the action without feeling overwhelmed by narrative elements.
- “The story so far seems engaging and not too intrusive, letting you just focus on the action if that's how you like it.”