EDYN
- November 21, 2024
- GALESTORM GAMES
- 87h median play time
Get on Steam"EDYN is a 2-player strategy game set in a dynamic, massively multiplayer realm. Choose from eight factions to build, expand, and conquer, forging alliances or conquering foes in epic PvP warfare. The sandbox nature allows for shifting allegiances and revival of fallen allies, offering a unique and engaging gameplay experience."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an immersive atmosphere with rich environmental details and a charming art style.
- It is refreshing to see a strategy game that is not pay-to-win, allowing for a more balanced gameplay experience.
- The community is supportive and engaging, enhancing the overall experience and making it enjoyable to play with friends.
- The game suffers from long loading times and some performance issues, which can detract from the experience.
- Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks clear objectives, leading to confusion about progression.
- As an early access title, it has bugs and limited content, making it feel more like a basic browser game at times.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received for its smooth mechanics and engaging strategy elements, particularly in fostering community interaction. However, it suffers from a lack of variety and excitement, with some players likening it to outdated browser games. While the tutorial is helpful, it leaves players initially lost, and the game could benefit from more depth and challenge to enhance the overall experience.
“The art style is creative and full of charm, and the gameplay is incredibly smooth and satisfying.”
“If it can get me and 4 of my friends to sit in Discord and talk while we play it for 12 hours in the first 24 hours, then it's doing something right. The tutorial wasn't overbearing and gave us just enough information to figure out core gameplay mechanics on our own, as well as the friendly community helping each other.”
“There is already a great sense of community building, and the game mechanics themselves are as smooth as you could ever wish for.”
“This game is nothing more than an old-school Facebook browser game in terms of its gameplay and features in its current state.”
“Funny for a free game, but there are much better games with more quantity and quality in gameplay.”
“The tutorial barely helps, leaving you lost at the start, and once you figure things out, you realize the gameplay itself doesn’t offer much excitement or challenge.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their creative and charming art style, featuring incredible artwork and detailed animations that enhance the gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the smoothness of the gameplay and the visual appeal of different factions and city buildings as they evolve. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's immersive and tactical atmosphere.
“The art style is creative and full of charm, and the gameplay is incredibly smooth and satisfying.”
“The artwork is incredible, and I want to know more about all of the different factions and their backstories.”
“The art style is fantastic and imaginative.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Edyn initially appears to be a typical cash grab mobile game, but developers have confirmed that the in-game shop will only offer cosmetic items, avoiding pay-to-win mechanics. This approach is well-received, as players appreciate the absence of microtransactions that could provide combat advantages.
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money to enjoy the game.”
“I appreciate that the game offers cosmetic items for purchase without impacting gameplay balance.”
“At first glance, Edyn looks like one of those cash grab mobile games you expect to be full of ads and microtransactions for wallet warriors to gain an advantage, but it isn't. After talking with the devs, I believe they intend to keep the in-game shop cosmetic only.”
“No PvP game should have microtransactions that give a combat advantage.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly immersive, featuring a richly detailed environment that enhances the overall gaming experience.
“The atmosphere is immersive, and the environment is rich with detail.”
“The game creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that draws you in.”
“Every sound and visual element contributes to an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated, especially considering it's free, but players note that there are superior games available that offer both greater quantity and quality in gameplay.
“The humor in this game is surprisingly clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and hilarious situations that make every playthrough enjoyable.”
“The comedic timing and quirky characters add a delightful charm that makes the game stand out.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game suffers from a lack of optimization, leaving players confused about its performance and overall quality. Many feel that improvements are necessary to enhance the gaming experience.
“I have no idea why there isn't much to this game; it definitely needs optimization or something.”
“The game runs poorly on my system, and it feels like it hasn't been optimized at all.”
“There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which makes the gameplay experience frustrating.”
