Eternal Lore

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Eternal Lore is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Hitbear Studio and was released on September 19, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Eternal Lore" is an action-RPG where players become adventurers joining a guild, unaware that they're about to face the progeny of the defeated Demon Lord Berial. The game features classic action-RPG gameplay with quests, enemy encounters, and skill development. Explore a world filled with parodic, tragic, and astonishing experiences as you rise to become the hero it needs.

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62%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a charming retro aesthetic reminiscent of late 90s and early 00s doujin titles, which appeals to fans of that era.
Combat is simple yet engaging, with a variety of skills and enemy AI that provides a decent challenge, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate hack and slash RPGs.
There are numerous Easter eggs and references throughout the game, adding a layer of humor and nostalgia for players familiar with classic games and anime.

The platforming sections are frustratingly difficult, leading to a significant barrier for progress and causing many players to abandon the game.
Animations and graphics are often criticized for being low quality and unpolished, detracting from the overall experience.
The game lacks essential features like gamepad support and has poor inventory management, which can hinder gameplay and enjoyment.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay is characterized by simple combat mechanics and easy enemies, though a single mistake can lead to game over. While the platforming and some mechanics may require adjustment and lack polish, the game offers a variety of skills that enhance strategy as players progress. Overall, the experience is enjoyable but can feel grindy and is hindered by some rough elements.
- “Gameplay is very simple combat with easy-to-deal-with enemies, but sometimes a single mistake can mean game over.”
- “It's got simple gameplay elements of hitting things until they're dead, which is well made and only improves with a large selection of skills at later levels to vary gameplay and strategy.”
- “- One of the game's main mechanics is dodge rolling, which is controlled by double tapping a direction key.”
- “Gameplay: very simple combat with easy to deal with enemies, but sometimes a single mistake can mean game over.”
- “Aoes are a bit rough, the platforming takes a few deaths to get used to, and some mechanics aren't immediately apparent, but it's decently enjoyable albeit lacking polish and some quality of life improvements.”
- “The gameplay, when it actually works, does not justify the highly grindy nature of this product.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The game's story is criticized for its clichéd elements reminiscent of old-school anime, featuring a typical fantasy RPG plot involving a hero king, an evil son, and a linear quest structure. However, as the narrative unfolds, it becomes more engaging and addictive, despite its generic premise of stopping a released evil.
- “But as the story progressed, everything became more interesting and addicting.”
- “Storywise, the game follows a rather typical tale of a king who was a hero back in the day, but has a son who turned evil but is actually a good guy.”
- “The quests are almost non-existent.”
- “Story-wise, the game follows a rather typical tale of a king who was a hero back in the day, but has a son who turned evil but is actually a good guy.”
- “The plot of the game is the usual generic fantasy RPG plot: evil sealed away is being released, and you must stop it.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The graphics are characterized as low-key and reminiscent of Nintendo 64-era 3D visuals, with a comical style that some players find appealing. While the overall aesthetic is likened to the art style of classic games like Zelda, there are criticisms regarding the map design being somewhat lazy.
- “The graphics are actually quite nice, though the map design is a little lazy.”
- “Reminds me of Zelda's art style... sort of.”
- “Don't be mistaken by the comical graphics.”
- “The graphics are pretty low key.”
- “Personally, I don't care about this, but the game looks about on par with Nintendo 64 era 3D graphics.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that the grinding aspect of the game is excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment, as the gameplay does not sufficiently reward the time and effort invested.
- “The gameplay, when it actually works, does not justify the highly grindy nature of this product.”
- “The constant grinding feels more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I found myself spending hours grinding for resources, which quickly became tedious and unfulfilling.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be immediately engaging, with comedic elements present from the very beginning.
- “Even during the first few minutes of the game, it's already funny.”
- “The humor is cleverly woven into the dialogue, making every interaction a delight.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the absurd situations the characters found themselves in.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with particular praise for the track "t tower." Players find the overall soundtrack enjoyable, complementing the game's environments despite their simplicity.
- “I liked the music, especially the tower.”
- “The music is quite nice, and the environments, while maybe small and simplistic, get the job done for the day.”