Erannorth Renaissance

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Erannorth Renaissance is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Spyridon Thalassinos and was released on July 25, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Erannorth Renaissance" is a text-rich game set in a sandbox world of the Renaissance era, where your decisions drive the story and shape your destiny through tactical battles. Create your unique hero, choosing from pre-generated characters or crafting a custom one, and embark on a journey with evolved customization options for your adventuring party. Ideal for fans of choose-your-own-adventure formats, this game offers a world to explore freely, make impactful choices, and engage in strategic combat.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

story21 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a deep and engaging skill system that allows for diverse character builds and playstyles, enhancing replayability.
The writing and storytelling are rich, with a strong emphasis on player choices that significantly impact the narrative and character interactions.
The developer is highly responsive and actively works on updates and improvements, showing a commitment to enhancing the game experience.

The user interface is sluggish and unintuitive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially during combat.
Some players have noted issues with the writing quality, describing it as overly verbose and at times incoherent, which detracts from the overall immersion.
There are balance issues within the skill trees, with some abilities being significantly more powerful than others, leading to gameplay imbalances.

story
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its rich cultural influences and engaging lore, offering multiple branching paths and moral dilemmas that enhance replayability. However, many reviewers note that the main narrative is relatively short and can feel abruptly concluded, leaving players wanting more depth and character development. While the storytelling is immersive and well-crafted, some players find the pacing slow and the reliance on familiar tropes disappointing, particularly in the context of a sandbox RPG.
- “First of all, it was all the beauty and rich soul in this game that intrigued me through musical and graphical artwork, but also in its storytelling, which feels grounded in the lush and sensual art of the greater cultural region the developer is born in and its rich heritage of historical sites and old tales passed down through generations.”
- “The story has so many branches in it that it will take numerous playthroughs to explore it all, and it is still in early access.”
- “The roleplaying aspects and multi-choice elements are strong, and the story aspects are imaginative; it is clear that the team that made this game knows fantasy and roleplaying and have given us all a gift by making this game.”
- “The overarching story falls into an awful trope right out the gate.”
- “The main story ends abruptly around levels 9–10, long before your character can truly develop or master their build.”
- “Grinding to get better items in order to do the same content I'm already doing but faster isn't compelling gameplay for long-term play, and with no interactions or commentary or storylines from my companions after the end of the story, then everything just repeats.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Erannorth Renaissance" is characterized by its deep mechanics and strategic elements, offering players a sandbox experience with significant freedom and a variety of builds. However, some players find the transition from previous titles' deck-building mechanics to a more simplistic board game-style system disappointing, and the AI-generated role-playing content lacks depth. While the combat is adjustable and engaging, the repetitive nature of gameplay and limited companion interactions may detract from long-term enjoyment.
- “The underlying combat mechanics are impressively deep, offering a wide range of potential builds and perk synergies.”
- “If you prioritize deep, mechanical systems and limitless freedom over a curated plot, 'Erannorth Renaissance' delivers.”
- “The game's deep story, constantly changing worlds, and strategic gameplay make for an exciting journey where the decisions you make really matter.”
- “If you are looking for extensive companion interactions, it isn't quite there yet as there is only one developer and they handle everything from mechanics to dialogue.”
- “Grinding to get better items in order to do the same content I'm already doing but faster isn't compelling gameplay for long-term play, and with no interactions or commentary or storylines from my companions after the end of the story, then everything just repeats.”
- “While the previous titles had deep and engaging deck-building mechanics, this one has clunky and basic board game-style hexagonal tiles.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their artistic beauty and cultural richness, effectively enhancing the storytelling experience. While the character artwork is well-executed and visually appealing, some users note that the overall graphics may not meet the expectations of those seeking high-end 3D visuals. The game's design, though not the primary focus, successfully contributes to the immersive atmosphere, particularly in its text-heavy format.
- “First of all, it was all the beauty and rich soul in this game that intrigued me through musical and graphical artwork, but also in its storytelling, which feels grounded in the lush and sensual art of the greater cultural region the developer is born in and its rich heritage of historical sites and old tales passed down through generations.”
- “The carefully descriptive settings and personalities are enhanced by the elaborate and evocative artwork and character portraits.”
- “The AI-made artwork is okay, but overly polished and not very logical; think clean photomodel bandits and citizens.”
- “But the mass of writing you're presented with makes these issues more obvious; it has to compensate for the lack of visuals, after all.”
- “The graphic design isn't the major focus, but it does a good job of setting the mood and putting you in the renaissance.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the storytelling, drawing from the developer's cultural heritage. However, some players find it repetitive and note the lack of distinct tracks for different scenarios, which can lead to immersion issues. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated for its emotional depth, it could benefit from more variety in its application.
- “First of all, it was all the beauty and rich soul in this game that intrigued me through musical and graphical artwork, but also in its storytelling, which feels grounded in the lush and sensual art of the greater cultural region the developer is born in and its rich heritage of historical sites and old tales passed down through generations.”
- “The music and sound effects make the game even more immersive by adding ambient compositions that pull you into the environment and make the plot and battles more emotive.”
- “The game is largely text-based, but the graphics and music make it a lot more fun.”
- “They play whenever they like, and it can be a bit annoying at times to listen to battle music while walking around a city.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts exceptional replayability, with players reporting over 30 hours of gameplay without completing the main story. Users appreciate the variety of choices, companions, and quests that enhance the experience, making it feel like a "choose your own adventure" with significant branching paths. Overall, it is highly rated for its potential to keep players engaged for countless hours.
- “This game has amazing replayability value; I'm on 30+ hours and I have yet to finish the main story.”
- “Replayability: 10/10 - this is one of those games you can play forever if you want.”
- “The game also seems to offer good replayability as possible companions and quests may differ depending on our choices.”
- “I want the same level of endless replayability I've come to expect from the world of Eranorth, but I'll take what I can get and enjoy every minute of it along the way.”
- “Having not played any of the previous Eranorth games, I had no particular expectations, but I like choose-your-own-adventures, large variety of text options, and branching paths that give a lot of replayability.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization in the game is heavily influenced by character levels and skill trees, allowing players to enhance their battle prowess while also improving crafting, bartering, and social interactions. This flexibility encourages diverse playstyles and group dynamics without restricting performance in combat.
- “My characters are level 29 now, and their battle prowess mainly stems from a combination of 1 to 3 skill trees each. The rest depends on the character's role in the group and your playstyle. This optimization not only enhances performance in battle but also aids in crafting, bartering, and socializing, allowing you to make friends and recruit further companions for your active group and its reserves.”
- “The optimization options in this game are fantastic! I love how I can tailor my character's skills to fit my playstyle, making every encounter feel unique and strategic.”
- “I've spent hours fine-tuning my character's abilities, and the optimization system allows for such diverse strategies. It's rewarding to see how my choices impact both combat and interactions in the game.”
- “The optimization in this game feels lacking; my characters are level 29 now, and their battle prowess mainly stems from a combination of 1 to 3 skill trees each. The rest depends on the character's role in the group and your playstyle, but it doesn't limit your performance in battle, which affects crafting, bartering, and socializing.”
- “The game's optimization is frustrating; it feels like there are too many skills and not enough focus on how they actually impact gameplay. I often find myself overwhelmed by choices that don't seem to enhance my experience.”
- “I expected better optimization for character builds. The way skills interact is confusing, and it often leads to suboptimal performance in battles, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game unengaging, as it primarily involves repeating the same content for better items without meaningful interactions or story progression, leading to a lack of compelling long-term gameplay.
- “Grinding to get better items in order to do the same content I'm already doing but faster isn't compelling gameplay for long-term play. With no interactions, commentary, or storylines from my companions after the end of the story, everything just repeats.”
- “The grind feels endless and monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “After a while, the repetitive nature of grinding becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development mechanics as being very effective, highlighting their quality and depth in enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The character development mechanics are very well designed, allowing for deep and meaningful growth.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “The progression system for character development is engaging and keeps me invested in their journeys.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its abrupt relationship arcs that lack buildup and depth, leaving players feeling that the main story is too short and the character development insufficient for a satisfying experience.
- “But for those primarily seeking a long, curated, and emotionally satisfying main story with fully realized character arcs, the game will likely feel too short and incomplete.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its depth and detail, featuring a richly crafted world filled with charming characters and extensive lore. Players appreciate the old-school RPG style, which enhances the immersive experience, making it stand out from more mainstream titles.
- “It has great atmosphere, insanely detailed stats, perks, and skills with a depth that is never found in any of the more well-known brands or franchises.”
- “Short version: atmospheric, lots of reading (bonus for me), detailed world, charming characters, old school style RPG.”