Element: Date

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Element: Date is a single player action game with romance and erotic themes. It was developed by David T. Marchand and was released on February 14, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Element: Date" , set in the 23rd century, you search for a compatible partner through a popular dating app in the Three Systems. With 9 diverse romantic interests, touch/mouse controls, and fully voiced narration, this sci-fi game offers a unique experience, avoiding combat and instead focusing on conversation and connection. Your choices lead to 1 of 18 potential endings, making for a personalized and immersive adventure.

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 162 reviews

story39 positive mentions

stability18 negative mentions

The game features wonderfully fun and creative combat that is multifaceted and engaging.
The graphics and animations are impressive, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
The game has interesting ideas and a compelling story, with unique characters that add depth to the gameplay.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with character movement and combat mechanics.
There is a frustrating lack of a save feature during missions, forcing players to restart entire missions if they fail.
The balance of combat can feel unfair, with players often outnumbered and facing overwhelming odds without adequate resources.

story
216 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
78%
4%
The game's story is generally described as engaging but suffers from issues such as linearity, lack of depth, and a reliance on clichés. While some players appreciate the character development and political intrigue, others find the narrative disjointed and the pacing inconsistent, with many bugs affecting gameplay. Overall, the story has potential but is hindered by technical problems and a lack of meaningful choices, impacting replayability and immersion.
- “The story is intriguing and finds its way in the sci-fi corpus.”
- “The storyline is very compelling even from the start.”
- “The game has polished game mechanics and a very deep and intriguing story, making it an excellent overall choice as far as I can tell.”
- “The story is short and messy; there are no side quests or anything, it's just the old model of 'choose a planet, do a mission, reward, repeat.'”
- “The story isn't anything to write home about, but I was definitely getting some Mass Effect 2 vibes here, with attempts to gather a crew to take on a hidden, shadow enemy.”
- “What the game lacks is storytelling; while the story itself is good (although not that extraordinary but really in place for the setting), the way it is told is not that satisfying.”
gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
66%
5%
The gameplay is a mix of tactical turn-based mechanics reminiscent of XCOM, featuring a dual action point system and various equipment options, but it suffers from clumsy mechanics and a lack of depth. While some players appreciate the clear tutorial and engaging tactical battles, others criticize the AI, limited customization, and the absence of save points during challenging missions. Overall, the game offers an intriguing sci-fi theme and polished graphics, but it may not satisfy those seeking a more complex gameplay experience.
- “If you like indie, turn-based, and some unusual gameplay experiments, just give it a try.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, and the storyline is great.”
- “Element: Space is an incredibly well-designed, tactical turn-based game that doesn't only have some breathtaking artwork and a really cool sci-fi theme; the gameplay itself and the storyline are both amazingly entertaining.”
- “Game mechanics are very rudimentary and clumsy.”
- “Main gameplay loop is lacking depth and just plain boring.”
- “You make a great game and then you throw all the hard work out the window by forcing the player to go through large chunks of very difficult gameplay without the ability to save, so that in the likely outcome that you fail, you have to do it all over again.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
24%
10%
The graphics of "Element: Space" receive mixed reviews, with some praising the high production value, vibrant artwork, and appealing animations, while others criticize the dated character visuals and occasional performance issues. Many players appreciate the game's aesthetic and sound design, noting that the graphics enhance the overall experience, despite some concerns about their execution and the lack of depth in gameplay. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point, though not without their flaws.
- “High production value graphics, animations, sound effects, and music.”
- “Awesome graphics, I especially like the world built for the game.”
- “The graphics are great, the gameplay is nice (took a bit to get used to, but then it was smooth), and the story really keeps you wanting to play non-stop.”
- “The graphics are poor and look like they were created with 3D modeling tools from the 1990s; they remind me of the Final Fantasy VII era. This game looks like it predates the PS1 days.”
- “The character visuals up close, especially in the profile sections, lack detail.”
- “Even with my PC configuration meeting the minimum and being close to the recommended requirements, my frame rate wouldn't go over 11 after a certain point, even on the lowest graphics settings.”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players have noted improvements due to ongoing updates from the developers, many still experience frequent issues, particularly with combat and character interactions. Overall, the game's stability remains a major concern for players, impacting their willingness to continue playing.
- “Other than that, the game appears pretty polished and bug-free to me.”
- “If there were absolutely no glitches in this game, I would definitely play it more.”
- “But since I have plenty of other games to play that most likely have no glitches, I will not replay it... for now.”
- “Whilst there's clearly a lot of work gone into it, I find the battles too buggy to continue with it any further.”
- “Extremely buggy, locks up all the time.”
- “This has so many glitches and crashes that you wonder how it was released.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
31%
15%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising its high quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, particularly during combat and key moments. The soundtrack evokes nostalgia for classic sci-fi, fitting the game's aesthetic and atmosphere, although some players noted a desire for more variety in battle tracks and improvements in sound effects during combat. Overall, the music stands out as one of the game's strong points, contributing positively to the immersive experience.
- “High production value graphics, animations, sound effects, and music.”
- “I absolutely love the intro music too.”
- “The music is very good and is one of the aspects I like the most, bringing me back to the golden age of sci-fi of the 70s and 80s.”
- “Could use some improvements on voices and music.”
- “My only real concern at the moment is the sad lack of variety in battle tracks (though I really like the soundtrack so far, just want more of it).”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the multiple endings and character choices that enhance replay value, others find it limited due to fixed maps and a lack of engaging content between playthroughs. Achievements aimed at encouraging multiple runs are seen as a weak incentive, and the overall narrative does not strongly support repeated play. However, those who enjoy the combat mechanics may find enough variety to warrant additional playthroughs.
- “Turn-based battles drenched heavily in story - with multiple endings for replayability.”
- “This is a challenging turn-based combat game with a great deal of replayability. Choosing different companions not only allows for different combat styles but also different endings. Make the wrong choices and you will end up losing it all.”
- “You can make some different decisions during the campaign, so there is some replayability in terms of that and in terms of choosing what new characters to go after and add to your roster.”
- “The game boasts replayability, but I don't see it.”
- “Due to the use of fixed, 'hand-crafted' maps, and the requirement for your storyline character to always be part of your trio, replayability is somewhat limited.”
- “Forced replayability: the lack of content in between and the use of reused content could've made it more satisfying if they allowed access to the other characters, rather than enforcing limits on how many characters you can unlock for each run.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be entertaining and often hilarious, despite the story being somewhat cliché. The gameplay offers numerous opportunities for funny moments, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “Gameplay is hilarious and the story is cliché, yeah, but it entertains.”
- “And with plenty of potential for funny moments.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews highlight a mixed emotional response, with some players feeling indifferent about their investment, while others appreciate the game's ability to evoke strong emotions, including tears and a sense of challenge. Overall, the emotional impact varies significantly among players.
- “The combat system has some bugs, but I loved how it made me cry and sweat; it's good to see a challenge these days.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, often requiring repetitive actions to succeed. Many have expressed frustration with the need to adopt slower, more strategic approaches to overcome challenges, as rushing through levels typically leads to failure.
- “You have to do this 3 times, and it's just tedious and boring.”
- “I failed a lot of times in this mission because I tried rushing it... Leeroy Jenkins style. Eventually, I realized that strategy just won't work and had to take a rather tedious route by killing all enemies to complete the level.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging animations and immersive environments, blending both classic and modern elements. Despite being in early access, it is considered a standout title that offers a refreshing and enjoyable experience.
- “Great atmosphere, animations, and environments.”
- “Normally I would stay away from early access games as a recommendation, but this game is a fresh and interesting gem with some great atmosphere and fun gameplay in a very old and new school way.”