Elements: Soul of Fire
- January 11, 2015
- New Reality Games
Get on Steam"Elements: Soul of Fire" is an epic adventure game set in the mystical archipelago of Adamaria. As a brave hero, you must restore light to the world by earning the favor of the Elemental Guardians and defeating oppressive forces of darkness. With 70 hours of gameplay, expect breathtaking action, puzzles, and traps in unimaginable locations. Awaken your power and save the world!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a personal story and hand-drawn art that showcases the developer's effort and creativity.
- The music is original and adds a unique touch to the gameplay experience.
- Fans of old school RPGs may find the game enjoyable due to its nostalgic elements and colorful sprites.
- The gameplay is slow and often feels tedious, with long dialogues and uninteresting combat mechanics.
- The story is convoluted and assumes prior knowledge of characters and world, making it hard for new players to engage.
- The game suffers from poor pacing and a lack of clear direction, leading to frustration and confusion during exploration.
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it clichéd and poorly executed, while others appreciate its personal touch and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs. Although the narrative is described as deep and engaging by some, others criticize it for being convoluted and lacking clear direction, leading to a disjointed experience. Overall, the story is seen as a significant aspect of the game, with potential for enjoyment despite its flaws.
“The story is personal, the art is hand done and the music is strong throughout.”
“Deep storyline with plenty of cutscenes.”
“The story is true to the feel of old school RPGs but feels fresh.”
“Just reading the intro story by force was boring enough.”
“The backdrop story is painted in very lazy broad strokes of evil draining color from the world, with a young hero that wields the elements coming to save the day.”
“The story is a slog and assumes the player knows more about the characters and world than they do, leaving the initial crisis feeling flat when tasked immediately to save the world.”
- music7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some find it irritating and overwhelming, others appreciate its originality and catchiness, noting the personal touch in its composition. Many players enjoy the inclusion of guitar, which sets it apart from typical digital game soundtracks. Overall, the music is described as strong and integral to the game's experience.
“The story is personal, the art is hand done, and the music is strong throughout.”
“The music too is all original and quite catchy.”
“The music is really irritating, and it makes you slap yourself in the face!”
“The music seems to be written and recorded personally.”
“I'm pretty stoked to hear guitar as opposed to your everyday digital video game music.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some users criticizing it for being slow and unengaging, while others appreciate it, finding enjoyment in the mechanics despite a lackluster story. Overall, the gameplay experience appears to vary significantly among players, with a substantial amount of content available.
“I think the story is not bad, and I love this gameplay.”
“Slow gameplay and fights.”
“The story seems very banal and the gameplay is not fun whatsoever.”
“If you are on the fence, here is the first hour of the 70+ hours of gameplay.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by decent artwork, suggesting a visually appealing but not groundbreaking aesthetic.
“The graphics are stunning and truly bring the game world to life.”
“The attention to detail in the environments is remarkable.”
“The character designs are vibrant and beautifully rendered.”
