Elements II: Hearts of Light

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Elements II: Hearts of Light is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Soul Catapult and was released on April 1, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

The highly-anticipated sequel to Elements: Soul of Fire, here at last! A mysterious little girl. An insidious plot to resurrect a great evil. The legend of a faint and fading hope. And a band of young heroes desperate for answers.

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

story6 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game features a compelling story with unique characters and a humorous touch, making it engaging for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences.
There is a significant amount of optional content and quests, providing players with plenty of exploration opportunities and replay value.
The soundtrack is well-received, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion of the game.

The game suffers from slow pacing, repetitive mechanics, and unclear objectives, which can lead to player disengagement.
Technical issues such as random crashes, input lag, and stuttering during exploration detract from the overall experience.
The art style and graphics are often criticized as uninspired and poorly executed, failing to meet the expectations of players familiar with RPG Maker games.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
65%
12%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it compelling and well-written, while others criticize it for lacking originality and engaging plot hooks. Although it features a variety of characters and optional quests, the vague quest log and slow cutscenes detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the immersive gameplay and day/night system add depth to the storytelling, making it enjoyable for those willing to explore.
- “The smooth animation and precise timing make it easy to immerse yourself in the story whenever anyone is having a moment.”
- “The story presented so far is very intriguing and well written.”
- “The story so far is flowing well and is not dragging, which is an element I tend to encounter in other games.”
- “The story and gameplay fail to spark curiosity, making it hard to stay invested.”
- “This suffers from the same slow cutscenes, poor plot hooks, caricatured hero and antagonist dynamics, and homebrew audiovisual assets as the original.”
- “If you have played the first game, the plot is pretty much similar with some tweaks on the characters and bosses.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The gameplay in "Elements II: Hearts of Light" is polarizing, with some players finding it engaging and enjoyable, while others criticize its slow pacing, repetitive mechanics, and lack of meaningful progression. The introduction of complex mechanics, such as the attribute system, can be overwhelming and diminish strategic depth, especially as players become overpowered. Overall, the gameplay experience varies significantly among players, with some appreciating the improvements from the first game and others feeling frustrated by its execution.
- “Some areas remind me of the first game due to their theme and mechanics, and although most of them use the same mountain setting, they still look different from each other.”
- “The game introduces an attribute mechanic where your party's status will get boosted permanently after each battle.”
- “Overall, I enjoyed the gameplay from Elements II so far and I am looking forward to any other surprises as the game progresses.”
- “Elements II: Hearts of Light struggles to engage, with slow pacing, repetitive mechanics, and little sense of progression.”
- “The story and gameplay fail to spark curiosity, making it hard to stay invested.”
- “The most problematic issue that I found in the game lies in its mechanics.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique artwork and retro aesthetic, while others criticize it as poorly executed and reminiscent of amateur designs. Despite the use of a basic graphic engine, some players appreciate the effort put into the visuals, suggesting a blend of charm and nostalgia. Overall, the graphics seem to evoke strong opinions, ranging from admiration to disappointment.
- “The artwork is fine and the soundtrack is amazing.”
- “I adore the artwork.”
- “Love this retro graphic!”
- “On the upside, they've replaced some of the RPG Maker cookie-cutter assets with their own artwork... on the downside, the artwork is completely terrible MS Paint dribble that you would expect to see from a 6th grader, rather than on the Steam store.”
- “Gameplay graphics everything suck.”
- “Even though this game is still in production at this stage, it is proving to be another great game from this developer with a lot of thought and artwork put into it.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
34%
22%
The music in the game has received high praise, with many players highlighting the amazing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The acoustic guitar elements create a folk-inspired atmosphere that complements the gameplay, and the seamless integration of music with scenes and battles has left a lasting impression. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, with some players hoping for future DLC to expand on it.
- “The music flows very well with the scenes and battles.”
- “The beautiful original acoustic guitar soundtrack gives the whole game the feel of some folk hero or ballad.”
- “The mostly guitar style of the Elements saga has grown on me, and I hope in the future there will be a DLC for the soundtrack.”
- “Most of the music I couldn't stand now sounds alright.”
- “The custom music, exhaustive amount of dialogue, events, and variables used to make almost every action have an effect almost everywhere suggest there will be a lot of replay value... or at least a lot of exploration as encouraged by NPCs in the starting town.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, particularly through tedious turn-based battles and unclear objectives, which may deter some players. While it offers a wealth of optional content for those who enjoy RPG Maker games, the grinding aspect is emphasized as a core part of the experience, with achievements tied to it. Overall, players who appreciate grinding may find value, but others might find it uninspired and excessive.
- “Uninspired art, tedious turn-based battles, excessive dialogue, unclear objectives.”
- “Grinding is encouraged.”
- “Hard grinding.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for its lack of stability, being described as buggy and resembling abandonware, with numerous broken achievements that detract from the overall experience.
- “Buggy abandonware with broken achievements.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and server issues that ruined the experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its blend of modern gameplay systems with classic aesthetics that foster emotional connections through crafting, moral choices, and magical learning. This combination enhances the overall experience, making players feel more invested in their characters and the game world.
- “The game beautifully blends modern mechanics with a classic aesthetic, creating emotional ties through its crafting system and moral choices.”
- “I felt a deep emotional connection to the characters, as their stories and struggles resonated with my own experiences.”
- “The incorporation of magic and moral attributes adds layers of emotional depth, making every decision feel impactful.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as immersive and engaging, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
- “The game truly immerses you in its atmospheric world.”
- “Every detail contributes to the rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its clever humor that adds a lighthearted touch to the RPG experience, enhancing the expansive world and engaging story. Players appreciate the comedic elements woven into the gameplay, making it both entertaining and enjoyable.
- “A title with a touch of humor that will make you laugh.”
- “An RPG with a sense of humor, an expansive world that shifts dramatically depending on the time and day (in-game), complex stats and abilities, and a story I'd like to delve into more one day.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Players highlight the game's high replayability due to its immersive system that allows for varied playthroughs, such as pacifist runs, and the extensive dialogue, events, and variables that influence outcomes. This encourages exploration and experimentation, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.
- “The custom music, exhaustive amount of dialogue, events, and variables used to make almost every action have an effect almost everywhere suggest there will be a lot of replay value, or at least a lot of exploration as encouraged by NPCs in the starting town.”
- “The custom music, exhaustive amount of dialogue, events, and variables used to make almost every action have an effect almost everywhere suggest there will be a lot of replay value... or at least a lot of exploration as encouraged by NPCs in the starting town.”
- “This system makes the game more immersive and provides a lot of replay value as you can do different runs (e.g., pacifist run).”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the game's character development and dialogue, noting improvements in the writing of cut scenes that enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “I especially enjoy your knack for character development and dialogue, and you've tightened up the writing in the cut scenes, which is great.”

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Elements II: Hearts of Light is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Elements II: Hearts of Light is available on PC and Windows.

Elements II: Hearts of Light was released on April 1, 2016.

Elements II: Hearts of Light was developed by Soul Catapult.

Elements II: Hearts of Light has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Elements II: Hearts of Light is a single player game.

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