Eternal Dread 3

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Eternal Dread 3 is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Hitbear Studio and was released on March 10, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Eternal Dread 3," players enter a dark world overrun by demons, where they create their own character and choose from 8 classes to become humanity's last hope. The game features intense battles against increasing demon numbers, with class options such as the physical Warrior, ranged Ranger, and magical Mage. The battle to save humanity and fend off the tide of darkness is a challenging and epic journey.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

story6 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a surprisingly enjoyable combat system with a variety of character classes and skills, allowing for unique playstyles.
The graphics and animations have improved significantly compared to previous installments, providing a more polished experience.
The game includes engaging game-over scenes and a surrender mechanic that adds depth to the gameplay.

The inventory management system is frustrating, with limited space and a lack of sorting options, making it cumbersome to manage items.
The game suffers from balancing issues, particularly with difficulty spikes that can make progression feel unfair.
There is a lack of substantial side quests or content outside the main story, which can make the gameplay feel repetitive.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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64%
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The game's story is primarily focused on a mandatory main quest that involves escorting a character named Cilica through three areas, which some players found tedious. While the plot is straightforward and ties into previous games, it lacks side quests, leaving players with a singular focus on the main narrative, which is described as basic but with a few twists. Overall, the story is considered well-written and engaging enough to keep players interested, despite its simplicity and the absence of additional content.
- “The plot is straightforward, which is apparently directly tied to events from the prior games.”
- “Your missions are to help some adventurers from the prior games get together to defend the last holdouts of humanity, and to defeat the overlord.”
- “They did add some story to the game and an interesting quest revealing the origin of the demon king after he is defeated.”
- “It has a mandatory main quest that is an escort quest where your hands are tied and you have to go through 3 areas to take this stupid lady named Cilica through.”
- “The story is quite basic, resembling a typical anime plot, so I won't delve into it.”
- “There are no side-quests, so nothing's out there to try and distract you from saving the world, but having something to do outside of those missions would be nice.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
27%
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The gameplay has received positive feedback for its engaging mechanics, satisfying combat, and character customization options, making it a standout experience among similar titles. Players appreciate the interactive game over scenes and the variety of RPG elements, though some suggest improvements like enhanced captivity mechanics and faction systems. Overall, the game offers a fun and enjoyable loop that keeps players invested.
- “Great graphics and the mechanics for this game work very well.”
- “This game has a surprisingly enjoyable gameplay loop.”
- “It offers a challenging gameplay experience with a variety of classes, skills, and abilities.”
- “You think by the 3rd game, Hitbear would have added actual captivity mechanics to their games.”
- “RPG mechanics that are entirely just numbers, essentially—no fashion, no design.”
- “It turned out to be an efficient JRPG with above-average gameplay.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the decent quality given its smaller developer status and the effective use of artwork from previous titles. While some players find the visuals minimalistic yet aesthetic, others note inconsistencies in interior designs and express mixed feelings about the overall art direction. Overall, the graphics may not compete with AAA titles, but they exceed expectations for a project of this scale.
- “Great graphics and the mechanics for this game work very well.”
- “Honestly, I've been looking at this game for a while, and today I finally got it. It's not high-end graphics like some other AAA games, but even as a smaller developer, this game exceeds the expectations I had previously.”
- “Minimalistic yet aesthetic visuals; the interiors might be questionable (although there are some interesting rooms), but the open worlds take the cake.”
- “Honestly, I've been looking at this game for a while, and today I finally got it. Okay, it's not high-end graphics like some other AAA games, but even as a smaller developer, this game exceeds the expectations I had previously.”
- “The developers used a lot of artwork and resources from the first two games.”
- “Minimalistic yet aesthetic visuals; interiors might be questionable (although there are some interesting rooms), but the open worlds take the cake.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable, as it involves collecting materials for crafting and engaging in combat. While the game does require some grinding, it strikes a balance that keeps it fun without becoming overly tedious. Overall, the grind is seen as a rewarding part of the experience.
- “You will find yourself enjoying the combat, and the game offers a bit of grind but not too grindy.”
- “Grinding for materials and crafting.”
- “Good luck with grinding to get enough.”
- “Grindy game but very fun.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have criticized the monetization aspect, specifically pointing out that the advertisements related to the Steam Deck are misleading.
- “The advertisements on the Steam Deck are misleading.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is criticized for its lack of diversity, as players are limited to a single body type, resulting in a uniform appearance among both the player and female human-like enemies. This homogeneity detracts from the overall depth and individuality of character design.
- “Character design: there's only one body type for you to work with, and the female human-like enemies share the same design, making everyone feel identical.”
- “The lack of variety in character development makes it hard to feel a connection to the protagonist.”
- “Character progression feels stagnant, with minimal changes or growth throughout the game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game offers a moderate level of replayability due to its item crafting and shared storage system, allowing players to experiment with different characters. However, some users noted that certain character builds, like the mage, can become overly powerful, potentially diminishing the challenge in subsequent playthroughs.
- “It's not that complex, but it's satisfying and offers a good amount of replayability.”
- “You can craft items and equipment and store them in a shared chest among all your characters, which adds to the game's replay value. Unfortunately, I ended up making my new character too powerful, namely the mage, who can one-shot everything.”
- “You can craft items and equipment and store them in the chest, which is shared among all your characters. This adds some replay value, but unfortunately, I ended up making my new character too powerful, specifically my mage, who can one-shot everything.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage me to replay it. Once you've seen the story and completed the quests, there's little incentive to start over.”
- “While there are different character classes, the gameplay feels repetitive after the first playthrough, making it hard to find motivation for a second run.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by witty and playful dialogue, often with a kinky twist, while notably lacking any male human characters. Despite this suggestive tone, players appreciate that the content remains free of explicit sexual themes.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with witty dialogue that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game balances humor with its storyline, making even the serious moments feel light-hearted.”
- “The quirky characters and their funny interactions add a delightful charm to the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the quality of certain tracks, such as those in the desert zone, others criticize the overall lack of music and find the sound effects to be high-pitched and unengaging, contributing to a sense of emptiness in the game world.
- “And to cap off, the graphics are decent for the project, while the music and sound effects are great.”
- “Even some music is good, like in the desert zone.”
- “There is no music; in-game weapon sounds have high pitches. The world feels empty, and the combat system feels dull and like a soulless DX9 game in 2023.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game's atmosphere is characterized as grim, which may not appeal to all players, particularly given its challenging difficulty level.
- “The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing players into its immersive world.”
- “Every corner of the environment is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge.”
- “The sound design and visual elements work together to create an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
- “However, it may not be suitable for all players due to its grim atmosphere and difficulty level.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers an enjoyable experience, but it suffers from significant optimization issues, with frame rates dropping to as low as 20fps, particularly in town areas even when the player is inactive.
- “The game is pretty fun, but it is poorly optimized, with FPS often dipping as low as 20 FPS in town while doing nothing.”
- “The optimization is a major issue; I frequently experience stuttering and frame drops that ruin the gameplay experience.”
- “Despite its potential, the game suffers from severe optimization problems, making it nearly unplayable on mid-range hardware.”