Elendia Ceus
- July 26, 2019
- Aldorlea Games
Get on SteamIn "Elendia Ceus," a massive RPG from Aldorlea Games, you must prevent General LaCaster from breaching the other world and causing Elendia's collapse, all while navigating 20-30 hours of gameplay with varying difficulty levels. With visible encounters, mouse control, and the option to align characters with astrology for added depth, this immersive adventure offers a challenge for even the most seasoned players. Discover over 50 secret rooms and explore a rich, epic world.
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience with a solid story and enjoyable combat mechanics.
- It features a rich world filled with hidden secrets and collectibles, encouraging exploration and discovery.
- The music and character designs are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- The dialogue can be awkward at times, pulling players out of the immersion.
- The healing mechanic at save points is criticized for being overly punishing, costing 75% of the player's gold.
- The game suffers from technical issues such as screen tearing and stuttering, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it as top-notch and energizing, particularly during battles, while others find it generic and of poor audio quality. Overall, it is noted as a significant aspect of the game, contributing to the overall experience, though opinions on its quality vary.
“Graphics are adorable, I like the character designs, but most of all... that OST/music!!!”
“The music in this game is really top-notch, especially the fighting music which really worked me up to a frenzy.”
“Meh music with poor quality audio.”
“- generic music.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its solid writing and engaging narrative, emphasizing themes of perseverance and exploration. Players appreciate the balance of pacing, with a satisfying conclusion that allows for a shorter RPG experience. Overall, the story is considered interesting and well-integrated with the game's mechanics and world design.
“The combat was decent, the story was pretty darn solid, and the world was fun to explore (so many secrets!).”
“On the pro side, the story is very interesting and well written.”
“The story completes at a good pace and sometimes it is just nice to play a shorter RPG for once, one that you can actually complete in a weekend rather than that 100-hour JRPG you have been putting off playing for months.”
“The combat was decent, but the story was lacking and failed to engage me.”
“Storywise, I found the game to be disappointing and unoriginal.”
“The narrative felt disjointed and left many plot points unresolved.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, especially on harder difficulty settings, with one user noting that they spent several hours grinding despite the maximum level being lower than expected. While some enjoy the grind, the limited level cap can lead to disappointment for those seeking a more extensive progression experience.
“I played on hard mode and it took me 22 hours to beat, and that is with some AFK time and a few hours of grinding because I played on hard.”
“Super tedious.”
“I love grinding, and was hoping to grind up to at least level 99, and was surprised that the maximum level was only 50.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development in the game as part of an overall high-quality experience, highlighting its integration with the engaging story and world design. The characters are well-designed and contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing the player's emotional connection and investment in the narrative.
“Everything about the game is at the highest level of excellence, including the art, the mechanics, the layout of the world you are exploring, the story, the character development, the battles, the enemies, the music, and the interest it generates.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its high level of excellence across various elements, including mechanics, world layout, and character development, though some users criticize the healing mechanic at save points, which costs a significant portion of in-game currency.
“Everything about the game is at the highest level of excellence, including the art, the mechanics, the layout of the world you are exploring, the story, the character development, the battles, the enemies, the music, and the interest it generates.”
“The healing mechanic at save points is idiotic, costing 75% of your money.”
“The gameplay feels unbalanced and frustrating, making it hard to enjoy the otherwise beautiful world.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their adorable character designs, contributing to an overall charming visual experience. However, the standout feature noted by users is the accompanying original soundtrack, which enhances the game's appeal.
“The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments and character designs that truly bring the game to life.”
“I am blown away by the vibrant colors and smooth animations; the graphics really enhance the overall experience.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual treat.”
