Edge of Eternity

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Edge of Eternity is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Dear Villagers and was released on June 7, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Edge of Eternity," players experience an enthralling JRPG adventure, waging epic turn-based battles against the all-consuming Corrosion to find a cure and save a world torn by war between magic and technology. Your choices will significantly impact the outcome of this tale of hope, sacrifice, and forgiveness. Fight for your loved ones and the future of Heryon in this epic saga.

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story325 positive mentions

stability126 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and vibrant environments that create an immersive atmosphere.
Engaging turn-based combat system with tactical elements and a unique crystal customization mechanic.
Interesting story and character dynamics that keep players invested in the journey.

Numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and immersion.
Pacing issues, particularly in the early chapters, leading to a slow start and tedious side quests.
Underdeveloped character animations and voice acting that can detract from the overall experience.

story
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The story of "Edge of Eternity" has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-written, while others criticize it for being generic and poorly executed. Many appreciate the emotional depth and character relationships, particularly between the siblings, but note that the pacing can be slow and some plot threads feel unresolved or rushed. Overall, while the game shows potential with its intriguing premise and beautiful visuals, it suffers from inconsistencies and a lack of polish in storytelling, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.
- “I found the story fascinating to follow, and I thoroughly enjoyed the ride.”
- “The story is interesting so far, and the game is visually very interesting.”
- “The story, music, and characters are so far is 10/10.”
- “The game is visually amazing and has all the pieces, but ultimately the story, the tedious fights, and the flood of side quests and grinding make it a chore to play.”
- “The ending feels very rushed, with a lot of abandoned plot threads that were critical to the story up until the chapter before last - whether that was meant to be sequel bait or the story was rushed to a finish so they could have a 'complete' game, I do not know.”
- “The story is just average, but the last quarter of the game is utter nonsense.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful environments and vibrant art style reminiscent of classic JRPGs, while others criticize the character models and animations as outdated and lacking polish. Players report frequent graphical glitches and performance issues, particularly on lower-end systems, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, some reviewers appreciate the game's visual appeal and potential, especially considering its indie development background.
- “The graphics are gorgeous, and I can't wait to experience the finished game when it fully releases.”
- “The graphics are very nice and the open world concept showcases it very well.”
- “The graphics are impressive, I always need to stop at each new location to look at everything in detail, the landscapes are really beautiful.”
- “It's very clear from playing this game that the graphics (specifically the environments) were prioritized over all else.”
- “The graphics and animations are a pathetic joke.”
- “The game is very glitchy and the graphics are terrible.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it tedious and unengaging, while others appreciate its unique mechanics and turn-based combat system. Many critiques focus on the clunky UI, slow combat, and lack of strategic depth, which detracts from the overall experience. However, some players enjoy the interesting character abilities and crafting systems, suggesting that with further polish and updates, the gameplay could improve significantly.
- “The gameplay is really fun if you're into turn-based style and has a Xenoblade-like open world.”
- “The mechanics are interesting, and each character is different.”
- “The combat system is relatively robust and offers some interesting mechanics without being overwhelming.”
- “The gameplay is extremely boring and you'd be better off spending your time elsewhere.”
- “The game starts with a cinematic that has visual bugs, drops you into a port town where exploration is immediately painful due to the general map design and terrible minimap; talk to the first NPC who immediately reinforces how bad the UI is (no portraits to easily discern who's talking, have to scan names every textbox) and writing is; gets introduced to the first skill mechanic, which I assume is machine translated or something from the quality of explanations; you walk past a weather changing crystal in town (mechanic of how weather affects combat isn't well explained, also it's placed on one side of the town square, sticking out like a sore thumb, which means any towns person can change the weather as they like, whenever they want??); get out of town to see how barren and lifeless the world is (genuinely resembling a bad & dead MMORPG world), as your MC slides like an MMORPG character, picking up random plants on the way (a crafting mechanic that wasn't explained yet); eventually get to your first combat encounter, and alongside the lack of any strategic depth in the extremely basic turn-based system (the hex positioning wasn't integral to these battles), you find out how long battles take to conclude, and have to experience the uncommunicative combat UI (with a hotbar thing reminiscent of MMORPGs); after killing one slime you get a mount (again, reminiscent of MMORPGs) for free (because any kind of sensible worldbuilding is ignored) from the ranch and travel.... somewhere(?), to experience the empty world again, I assume to talk to the next poorly written NPC that is highlighted on the terrible minimap in order to continue the frustrating gameplay loop.”
- “Gameplay is incredibly boring.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality and emotional resonance, with many reviewers highlighting the contributions of renowned composer Yasunori Mitsuda. While some tracks are described as beautiful and fitting for the game's atmosphere, others note issues with volume inconsistencies and repetitive themes. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point of the game, enhancing the immersive experience despite some minor technical flaws.
- “The music is wonderfully orchestrated and varies with different locations and circumstances.”
- “The stunning visuals, coupled with a breathtakingly beautiful soundtrack, create an immersive atmosphere that transports players into the game's world and story.”
- “The music is great, if slightly repetitive, and adds a nice environment to the game.”
- “Dialogue is often layered under the music track, making it difficult to hear; dialogue that plays during fights cuts off before finishing, and sometimes audio cues like purring or lightning crackles will play continuously.”
- “The OST for this game put me to sleep, so I just muted the music and put on an OST from a different JRPG.”
- “The music... it was so quiet I had to go into the settings and turn everything else to 20% and have the music at 100% to even hear it.”
stability
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting a wide range of bugs and glitches, including graphical issues, audio stutters, and game-breaking freezes. While some players have managed to progress without major interruptions, many have experienced frustrating soft-locks and crashes that hinder gameplay. Overall, the game is described as unpolished and still in need of substantial fixes, making it a challenging experience for those who prioritize stability.
- “Not entirely bug-free, but I've not been prevented from progressing.”
- “Naturally, the game is not bug-free, but not many games, even when fully released, are.”
- “No glitches so far, and the gameplay is very smooth.”
- “The game itself is also very buggy with random freezing, strange characters popping in and out in cutscenes, mismatched or incorrect subtitles, and overall instability in the environments and performance.”
- “It's a buggy mess, and definitely not finished in any way.”
- “Still buggy, I lost several hours of progress because of a game-breaking bug when I couldn't open any menus/interact with anything on both the auto save and two manual saves.”
grinding
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The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a mixed experience, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, particularly in combat and side quests. While some appreciate the ability to control difficulty through grinding, others criticize the lack of meaningful rewards and the monotonous nature of battles. Overall, the game features a significant amount of grinding, which can detract from the enjoyment of the gameplay and story.
- “Not too grindy for a JRPG.”
- “It gives great explorable areas as well as things like mining and gathering, so you are not grinding mobs for upgrade materials for weapons or armor.”
- “A bit too MMO-like with gathering quests and real-time events, but they aren't too grindy.”
- “The game is visually amazing and has all the pieces, but ultimately the story, the tedious fights, and the flood of side quests and grinding make it a chore to play.”
- “The combat is monotonous and tedious.”
- “The merging of the gems is a neat way to customize and upgrade your characters, but the whole randomization of a set stat range and range of abilities is very tedious.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, long load times, and bugs that detract from the experience. While some users noted improvements over time, the consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, often running clunky and failing to utilize capable hardware effectively. Despite its potential, many recommend waiting for further updates before fully engaging with the game.
- “From early access to now, I can see extremely significant optimization and graphics.”
- “The best part is that the optimization is fantastic.”
- “The dev team has recently put out some very good performance patches for both CPU and GPU usage and the difference is night and day.”
- “It is poorly optimized, and has far too many bugs to be considered a polished product.”
- “The game itself is also very buggy with random freezing, strange characters popping in and out in cutscenes, mismatched or incorrect subtitles, and overall instability in the environments and performance.”
- “The combat is nice, the game is nice too; I mean it has potential, but I don't think it's playable at the moment. It's terribly optimized and there are still bugs. Maybe when it's not as buggy and optimized, it's worth getting.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the witty banter and unique character interactions that often poke fun at typical JRPG tropes. While some moments are genuinely funny and heartwarming, others fall flat or feel overly drawn out, leading to a somewhat uneven comedic experience. Overall, the humor adds a charming layer to the game, despite some criticisms regarding voice acting and dialogue quality.
- “Each character has a unique design and personality, and the banter between them is funny.”
- “The writing is both funny and surprisingly human when dealing with real suffering.”
- “Great character interactions which are both funny and wholesome.”
- “Some of the voice acting is bad (not funny bad, just bad bad), but I don't care.”
- “I would rather have stoic and rigid characters (that anyone can write) than a bunch of unfunny catastrophes.”
- “It's supposed to be funny, but the humor falls flat in many similar situations.”
character development
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Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the depth of primary protagonists while others criticize the lack of uniqueness and complexity in character designs and progression systems. While the character development system allows for customization through gear and abilities, many players feel that the characters themselves are often uninspired and their arcs can feel forced or clichéd. Overall, the dialogue and character interactions are seen as a weak point, detracting from the potential richness of the narrative.
- “It has great graphics, solid voice acting, polished user interface, an interesting battle and character development system, and the music is pretty beautiful as well.”
- “Simple to learn, complex to master character development with gear combinations and gem socketing to customize stats and abilities.”
- “Great story, good soundtrack, great character design and development.”
- “As a few other people have stated, the character designs are a bit uninspired, but I'm sure it is difficult to make a lot of unique looking NPCs and people.”
- “The dialogue and character development is similarly a mixed bag.”
- “Other than that, their dialogues were not interesting and somewhat badly written in my humble opinion. I wasn't interested in the lore that seems to be extremely generic, and the characters I've seen until now are very uninteresting.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly variable, with some players finding moments of genuine depth and heartwarming themes, while others criticize the inconsistent writing and lack of character development that undermine emotional investment. While certain scenes evoke strong feelings and tackle serious themes, the overall execution often falls flat, leading to a disjointed experience that can feel both touching and cringe-worthy. Ultimately, the game's emotional impact is marred by a boring storyline and underdeveloped characters, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.
- “Every now and then, the game will pull an emotional gut punch and this is quite refreshing.”
- “Edge of Eternity offers a monumental story full of hope and sacrifice that surprises with unexpected turns and heartbreaking moments.”
- “The story is compelling and the music score is great, strong, and touching.”
- “The combat is neat and the environment looks great, but none of that could save this game from its boring characters and even more boring story.”
- “This game unfortunately has a boring story with boring gameplay.”
- “These reviews are kind of weird; this is a super amateurish JRPG, nothing to see, very mediocre graphics with a pretty boring story without any real hook to begin it.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning visuals and beautiful soundtrack, creating an immersive experience that transports players into a vibrant fantasy world. Many reviewers highlight the impressive environmental graphics and seasonal changes, although some note that the game can feel less alive at times. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, especially for an indie title developed by a small team.
- “The stunning visuals, coupled with a breathtakingly beautiful soundtrack, create an immersive atmosphere that transports players into the game's world and story.”
- “The graphics and atmosphere are actually pretty nice; the areas really have the feel of being in a fantasy setting.”
- “This game manages to bring back the long forgotten classic JRPG feeling and atmosphere.”
- “It hits me hard and all the atmosphere is gone - will uninstall it and wait until it.”
- “Atmosphere: while earlier I said the game was pretty, so far it doesn't feel very alive.”
- “Fast forward more than 3 years and look what we have here....this thing actually exists....quite matches their depictions they've put since Kickstarter, is a thing of beauty and atmosphere.”
replayability
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the potential for multiple playthroughs to explore the story more deeply, others feel that the lack of significant content variation limits replay value. Future mod support may enhance longevity, but opinions vary on whether this aligns with the game's intended experience.
- “Great replay value! I'm going to replay it again to follow the story better without skipping.”
- “The developers heed the community and are very communicative, which can't be said of many developers these days. Later on, there will be mod support too, which will help the game tremendously in terms of longevity and perhaps replayability, depending on how the modders are able to add their own content to the game.”
- “While this adds to replayability, I feel like it goes against the JRPG spirit and adds only unnecessary grind that isn't very enjoyable, at least for me personally.”
- “It takes you for a fun ride for a while, but it will probably be a one-way trip since I don't see much replayability in the game for me personally.”
- “It is a ride for the story and world, which is satisfying, though I don't see much room for replayability.”
- “Few replayability.”
monetization
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The monetization of the game is viewed positively, with users noting it is not a cash grab like other AAA titles, particularly comparing it favorably to Marvel's Avengers. While some players feel misled by promotional materials, overall, the game is appreciated for offering substantial content without excessive monetization tactics.
- “I'm sorry I have to give it a thumbs down because the photos and advertising made the game worth it, but it really is not.”
- “Not some cash grab like those cookie cutter multiplayer games.”