Echoes of the Fey: The Fox's Trail
- August 16, 2016
- Woodsy Studio
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Echoes of the Fey: The Fox's Trail" is a visual novel with a high fantasy setting and detective fiction elements. Play as a private investigator with unstable magic powers, solving cases with over 100 choice points that impact the story's outcome. The game features side-scrolling segments, voice-acted characters, and a 25+ song soundtrack. Multiple endings are determined by your choices throughout the game.
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Reviews
- The game features immersive world-building with a unique fantasy setting and intriguing characters, making the storyline captivating.
- The main character, despite initial unlikability, develops throughout the game, allowing players to connect with her and the supporting cast.
- The art and soundtrack are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience and contributing to the game's engaging atmosphere.
- The main character's unpleasant traits and substance issues may alienate some players, making it difficult to connect with her initially.
- Gameplay can feel tedious due to the need for excessive walking and running errands, detracting from the narrative immersion.
- Technical issues such as limited save slots and inconvenient settings can hinder the overall experience, frustrating players during critical moments.
- story24 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, featuring intriguing twists, immersive world-building, and strong character development, particularly with diverse and relatable characters. While some players found the narrative captivating and rich in detail, others felt that the pacing and lack of clear explanations detracted from their overall experience. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging storytelling and the depth of its mystery elements, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of narrative-driven games.
“As unlikable as the main character appears at the beginning, the story becomes intriguing with a few twists and turns.”
“Immersive world-building in a unique universe, characters with intriguing backstories, and an interesting quest/storyline.”
“I absolutely recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good story, a good mystery, and making choices that matter in a video game.”
“I've played free games with better storylines, art, and character development than this.”
“The world the story takes place in isn't explained, which just confused me.”
“Because of all that walking, it felt like I didn't get enough opportunity to immerse myself into the story.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with one reviewer giving the soundtrack a perfect score of 10/10, highlighting its ability to enhance the overall mood. Players appreciate the originality of the compositions, noting that the developers created unique music rather than relying on overused tracks, contributing to a fresh and immersive experience.
“I was also surprised that I enjoyed the soundtrack so much!”
“[b]Soundtrack: 10/10[/b] The soundtrack is amazing and builds up the right mood.”
“Everything feels fresh since the different art, the GUI, the backgrounds, and the music is made by the developers.”
“The music from Echos of the Fey is a bit different.”
“Everything feels fresh since the different art, the GUI, the backgrounds, and the music are made by the developers.”
“No more Kevin MacLeod music that has been used to death.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the latest Woodsy Studio game have seen notable improvements, which many players appreciate, while the consistent and well-executed art style continues to receive positive feedback.
“I never had an issue with the previous artwork in Woodsy Studio games, but I'm sure others will be thrilled to see the artwork improvements.”
“The art style is consistent and well done.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is viewed as inconsistent, with some players finding it lacking compared to free games, while others appreciate the engaging twists and turns that enhance the narrative, leaving them eager for future installments.
“There were lots of twists and turns and character development, and I'm looking forward to the next episode, whenever it comes out.”
“I've played free games with better storylines, art, and character development than this.”
“The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any real growth throughout the game.”
“I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game's replayability is limited, with many players feeling that once the main objectives are completed, there is little incentive to return. However, some users appreciate the variety of choices and outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs, suggesting that replayability may vary based on individual play styles. Overall, while not universally high, certain elements do offer potential for repeated enjoyment.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its engaging mechanics that require players to understand and navigate various systems effectively.
“The game mechanics are confusing and poorly explained.”
“Gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The controls are unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
