Get on Steam"EPΘCH is a historical role-playing game that can be played solo or cooperatively by up to two players. The game features challenging dungeons, lost cities, and crumbling catacombs to explore, with a richly detailed world and hidden content to discover. With a customizable character system and tough-but-fair design, EPΘCH also offers an internet co-op feature for additional support."
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Windows
Reviews
- EPOCH features a captivating and mysterious storyline with intriguing characters and a rich lore that encourages exploration.
- The combat mechanics are engaging and challenging, reminiscent of Dark Souls, with a variety of races and abilities that add depth to gameplay.
- The pixelated graphics and soundtrack are well-received, enhancing the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the game.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, leading to a frustrating experience for many players.
- Inventory management is poorly designed, making it cumbersome to manage items and leading to unnecessary complications.
- Controls can be unresponsive and unintuitive, detracting from the overall gameplay experience and making combat feel less precise.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a blend of challenging mechanics inspired by "bloodsouls" games and "metroidvania" exploration, offering a satisfying experience for fans of 16-bit graphics and action-adventure titles. While combat mechanics are engaging, issues such as unresponsive dodge rolls, limited end-game equipment, and bugs detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, players find the gameplay rewarding once they master its intricacies, though some feel it may not justify its price.
“Very fun mechanics for combat.”
“Challenging gameplay.”
“The mechanics are inspired by those found in bloodsouls games, in which the player is encouraged to pay close attention to attack animations, enemy traits, and one's environment while reacting appropriately.”
“There are so many gameplay issues.”
“The dodge rolling mechanics can be unresponsive at times, which sometimes hampers combat; there's a lack of diverse end-game equipment; the inability to respec experience can lead to frustrating handicaps that compromise the player between restarting a character 50 levels in or bearing one's past judgments; bugs are quite common.”
“Like Dark Souls, the game can be very challenging at first but then ultimately can seem quite easy once you master the mechanics.”
- story10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a compelling and mysterious narrative that captivates players from the start, featuring intriguing plot twists and endearing characters. While some players appreciate the depth and emotional resonance of the story, others find it confusing and lacking clarity. Overall, the combination of engaging storytelling and atmospheric music enhances the gaming experience, despite some technical issues.
“This game is a labor of love and it shows; the small details that change the storyline drastically are just amazing. I fell in love with this on my first playthrough and have replayed it online a few times just to see if I could figure out if 'Hey, did he think of this?'”
“But that's a shame, because it really is a cool, mysterious, great game with an intriguing story, few but endearing characters, wonderful pixelated graphics, and challenging fights all throughout, from Ry the Dark Warden 30 seconds in to [spoiler] Rios the Creator [/spoiler] at the end.”
“The tracks also complement Epoch's sparse, yet compelling, plot as each evokes feelings of anxiety, drama, awe, and tranquility at the appropriate moments.”
“The story is very mysterious, and you never really put the whole thing together.”
“It's super laggy, even on a decent computer, and the story makes no sense.”
“I omit commenting on the plot itself, as I don't feel I have enough information at present to comment accurately on the component.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming pixelated style that appeals to fans of 16-bit aesthetics, reminiscent of classic titles like The Legend of Zelda. While some users appreciate the artwork and find it fitting for the game's overall design, others feel that the visuals are lacking, suggesting a mixed reception. Overall, the graphics are seen as a complement to the engaging story and gameplay rather than a standout feature.
“But that's a shame, because it really is a cool, mysterious, great game with an intriguing story, few but endearing characters, wonderful pixelated graphics, and challenging fights all throughout.”
“So yeah, love Epoch, it's got awesome artwork, interesting story, good combat, all the stuff you could want out of an RPG.”
“Been playing this game for about 3 hours, having a lot of fun with it so far. If you like 16-bit graphic styles and Legend of Zelda-type gameplay with above-average difficulty, this game is for you.”
“Graphics are bad too.”
“Yet epoch compensates for its visuals with a well-utilized soundtrack.”
- music7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its beautiful and engaging quality, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience and immersing players in its melancholic atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as one of the game's strongest assets, with some even feeling inspired and energized during intense moments, likening it to an anime experience. Overall, the music is a standout feature that resonates well with fans of retro gaming and challenging gameplay.
“Love the music, combat, customization, and the developers.”
“The quality of the soundtrack is one of Epoch's strongest assets, as it manages to engage the player's imagination with Epoch's melancholy reality.”
“During a fight with the boss, the music made me play out of my mind because I thought I was the main character in an anime.”
“Yet Epoch compensates for its visuals with a well-utilized soundtrack.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a notable concern, with users reporting frequent bugs and an underdeveloped engine that contributes to an incomplete experience. Despite these issues, many still find the game enjoyable and worth the investment.
“This game has potential, but as of this review, it's still fairly buggy and feels incomplete.”
“This game, albeit a little buggy at times due to the underdeveloped engine it uses, is an amazing time and worth every penny.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for being completely unoptimized and not ready for release, indicating significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
“Completely unoptimized and unready for release.”
