EDGE OF DAWN
- July 17, 2020
- Western Werks
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Edge of Dawn," a first-person survival fantasy game, players must craft, build, and defend themselves against enemies and harsh environments to stay alive. Realistic challenges such as hunger, thirst, and extreme temperatures require adaptability and strategic improvement of defenses, stockpiles, and skills. Exploration of the remote landscape reveals various enemies to overcome, making this a tense and engaging experience.
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and an immersive atmosphere, making it visually appealing.
- There is potential for the game to become great with future updates and improvements.
- Some players appreciate the challenge and engaging gameplay once they learn the mechanics.
- The game is currently unplayable due to numerous bugs, crashes, and a non-functional UI.
- There is a lack of tutorials or instructions, making it difficult for players to understand the gameplay mechanics.
- The developer has been unresponsive to feedback, leading to concerns about the game's future development.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the extraordinary visuals and immersive landscapes, while others criticize issues like blocky and blurry textures, as well as overall graphical polish. Despite the strong atmosphere and interactive elements, there are calls for further refinement to enhance the visual experience.
“Great graphics and good immersion, easy crafting and looks like it will have more to come.”
“When you begin your journey during the first gameplay section, you’ll see that the graphics are nothing short of extraordinary.”
“It has a great, inventive atmosphere and the graphics were totally outstanding.”
“The graphics are also messed up regardless of what the settings are. I have tried all of them, but all the trees look blocky and blurry.”
“If you enjoy janky graphics, poor menu usage, and a constant death simulator without any explanation of why you are dying or how to build or equip items, then you might enjoy this game.”
“Continue to polish the graphics.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay features stunning graphics and offers a challenging yet engaging experience; however, it lacks a tutorial, leading to initial confusion about mechanics. While some players appreciate the challenge, others feel that the absence of clear guidance detracts from the overall experience.
“The gameplay was a bit challenging but extremely engaging.”
“When you begin your journey during the first gameplay section, you’ll see that the graphics are nothing short of extraordinary.”
“You shouldn't try to reinvent mechanics that are tried and true; it rarely succeeds.”
“No tutorial of any kind, and gameplay is very unclear.”
“So since I figured out how to get some type of gameplay, I wanted to change the review.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its excellent storyline, complemented by interactive landscapes and graphics that enhance the overall narrative experience.
“Excellent story line, the landscape and graphics are interactive.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its inventiveness and is complemented by outstanding graphics, creating an immersive experience for players.
“It has a great, inventive atmosphere and the graphics were totally outstanding.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or a second playthrough to fully progress.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
