Elements: Soul of Fire

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Elements: Soul of Fire is a single player role playing game with fantasy and drama themes. It was developed by New Reality Games and was released on January 11, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"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!

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46%

Audience ScoreBased on 79 reviews

story12 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a beautifully crafted story with many optional events that can slightly affect the main narrative.
The hand-drawn art style and unique battle graphics provide a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs.
The developer has clearly put a lot of effort into the game, with original music and a variety of characters to engage with.

The gameplay is often frustrating due to awkward controls, repetitive combat, and a heavy reliance on grinding.
The story can be overly verbose and lacks emotional impact, making it difficult to stay engaged.
Many players find the graphics unappealing, comparing them to amateur artwork and noting that the game feels like a typical low-effort RPG Maker title.

story
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
71%
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The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its depth, character development, and emotional engagement, while others criticize it for being overly verbose, forgettable, or poorly executed. Many appreciate the integration of optional events that influence the main narrative, but some find the dialogue stilted and the overall plot lacking direction. Overall, while the game has potential for a compelling story, its execution leaves room for improvement.
- “The story is what keeps me going to play this game.”
- “Just from what I've seen, the game has a good story to tell and the developer clearly put effort behind each transition.”
- “While I will not spoil the story, I will say that the story will put you on a rollercoaster of emotions.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and frustrating, and the story doesn't do much to keep you interested.”
- “I found the story good but the writing ruins the emotional impact by being too stilted to keep my interest.”
- “The story is a slog and assumes the player knows more about the characters and world than they do, leaving the initial crisis flat when tasked immediately to save the world.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it peaceful and soothing, while others describe it as irritating. Overall, many appreciate the original and catchy compositions that enhance the storytelling and gameplay experience, with standout pieces noted in battle and boss themes. The hand-drawn graphics and engaging story further complement the strong musical elements, making it a notable aspect of the game.
- “The music is peaceful and it soothes the soul.”
- “The story is personal, the art is hand-done, and the music is strong throughout.”
- “The music is really irritating, and it makes you slap yourself in the face!”
- “The music is too original and quite catchy.”
- “The music seems to be written and recorded personally.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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21%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users describing them as outdated or ugly, while others appreciate the unique art style and charm reminiscent of the 8-bit era. Despite the criticisms, some players find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the game's overall experience. Overall, the visuals may not be cutting-edge, but they contribute to a distinctive aesthetic that some players find appealing.
- “What I saw in one hour into the game is what seems to be the premise of an engaging story and lore (and the game is apparently 70 hours long!), weird (for the first 10 minutes) hand-drawn graphics and great music.”
- “As of the 'charming 8-bit graphics,' you can check the screenshots and find the best mad paint skills in character design.”
- “An homage to the 8-bit era with a charming art style.”
- “The graphics are outdated, the combat feels clunky, and the story is super forgettable.”
- “Very ugly artwork.”
- “Art style needs getting used to, and makes one playable character appear almost zombie-like.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay is characterized by its intentional difficulty, leading to a frustrating experience marked by confusing puzzles, awkward controls, and repetitive mechanics. While some players appreciate the instructional guide provided, many find the overall gameplay slow and unenjoyable, with a lackluster story that fails to engage. Despite these criticisms, a few players express a more positive view, indicating that the gameplay can improve over time.
- “Based on both the store page description and my own experience, it seems the gameplay was intentionally made to be difficult.”
- “The mechanics are explained via an instructional guide, which I thank the developer for making, as that helped me to navigate and proceed onward with the story I got to see so far.”
- “If you are on the fence, here is the first hour of the 70+ hours of gameplay.”
- “Frustrating RPG Maker game with confusing puzzles, awkward controls, poor guidance, and repetitive, disjointed gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and frustrating, and the story doesn't do much to keep you interested.”
- “The story seems very banal and the gameplay is not fun whatsoever.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find grinding to be a necessary but tedious aspect of the game, as it significantly boosts stats, particularly health and attributes. While some appreciate the game's craftsmanship, the repetitive nature of grinding—fighting weaker enemies or using the same strategies against stronger ones—can be off-putting, leading some to feel that it detracts from the overall experience.
- “I don't really like grinding since you just need to spam attack against weaker enemies or keep using the same strategy for stronger ones.”
- “I stopped because I can't stand grinding and it seems kind of mandatory even at the beginning of the game, but Elementals is so well-crafted and yet seems very amateur (in a good way, like someone did it with passion), that I can't do anything else than recommend it.”
- “Grinding seems to be necessary since I noticed the stats increase is rather big (about 50% max HP and 20% attribute increase from level 3 to 4).”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate a lack of noticeable character development, with players feeling that there are no significant events triggering growth or change. While the character design is praised for its charming 8-bit graphics, it does not seem to enhance the depth of character development in the game.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each interaction feel meaningful and impactful.”
- “The depth of character backstories adds layers to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I'm not sure if it's because of character development or something, but I didn't notice any events that trigger such a thing.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression throughout the game.”
- “I expected more depth in character arcs, but they all seem one-dimensional and predictable.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its modern character designs, extensive side quests, hidden items, and diverse character choices. Players appreciate the thoughtful design and engaging visuals, which enhance the overall experience, making it a recommended choice for those who enjoy in-depth gameplay. While there is no guide, in-game assistance and community support add to its replay value.
- “This is a great game to play - very modern concept in the character designs, lengthy with many side quests and hidden items to find. It features great visuals with unusual scenery, and the background music enhances the story. There are many different characters to choose from, and much thought has gone into the making of this game. It has high replay value and I would recommend it if you enjoy in-depth games.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed the main story and side quests, there's little incentive to return.”
- “While the game offers a rich experience initially, the lack of varied outcomes or branching paths makes replaying it feel redundant.”
- “After finishing the game, I found that there wasn't much left to explore or experience, which really diminished its replay value.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users appreciate the story's potential but feel that stilted writing undermines its emotional impact, making it difficult to engage with the narrative on a deeper level.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by its cute, spritely characters and clever writing, offering a mix of clichés and fresh ideas that contribute to its comedic appeal. While it may rely on familiar tropes, it successfully delivers moments of genuine humor.
- “This is an RPG Maker style of game with cute, spritely characters that showcase humor and intelligence.”
- “A little bit cliché perhaps, but it brings some interesting elements to the table and can be pretty funny.”