Eternal Radiance

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"Eternal Radiance" is an action RPG inspired by classic JRPGs, where players control Celeste, a squire on a journey to prove herself worthy of knighthood. The game features dynamic battles, character-driven story, and a beautiful, mysterious world to explore. Customization is also a key feature, with an expansive talent tree to tailor Celeste's combat style to player's preference. NO RELEASE DATE OR DEVELOPER/PUBLISHER INFORMATION AVAILABLE.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 150 reviews

story44 positive mentions

grinding14 negative mentions

Beautiful art style and character design that enhances the overall experience.
Engaging visual novel style story with a mix of action RPG elements, providing a unique gameplay experience.
Decent character development and enjoyable dialogues that keep players invested in the story.

Combat can become stale after a certain level due to lack of new abilities and depth.
Performance issues such as stuttering and lack of V-Sync can detract from the gameplay experience.
Short game length with limited replayability and no voiceovers, which could have enhanced the storytelling.

story
159 mentions
28 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a charming yet simple narrative that blends visual novel elements with action RPG gameplay. While some players found the main plot predictable and overused, the character interactions and side quests added depth and entertainment, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate character-driven stories. Overall, the narrative is engaging enough to keep players invested, despite its lack of originality and occasional pacing issues.
- “The story is well thought out and the characters are believable.”
- “The story is interesting enough and the characters have a reasonable depth to their personalities.”
- “Overall the story and especially its fun characters kept me engaged as the main cast meshed together well and were the highlights of the whole thing.”
- “Despite the studio's name, the main story is ironically the weakest part.”
- “I spent a majority of the game feeling like I accomplished nothing, at least main story-wise.”
- “The abilities are few and the story is so boring they developed a fast forward capability for players to skip through it.”
gameplay
59 mentions
15 % positive mentions
80 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a blend of simple hack-and-slash mechanics and visual novel elements, offering a mix of enjoyable combat and story-driven content. While some players appreciate the fun boss mechanics and character development, others criticize the lack of polish, variety, and depth in gameplay systems, leading to a somewhat basic experience. Overall, it provides a charming but flawed experience that may appeal more to those who prioritize narrative over intricate gameplay.
- “I was hooked on the gameplay and story loops so much I played this and nothing else from start to finish in three days.”
- “Expect gameplay where you dash around a lot, time dodges, and cast shield spells every 5 seconds, then read a lot of story as it's an ARPG/VN hybrid.”
- “Gameplay wise for a visual novelish game, it had surprisingly fun RPG tacked onto it.”
- “For a game made by, if the credits are correct, a team of around 10 people, the gameplay feels quite bland and very unpolished. I think the biggest problem here is the lack of transition (both in code and in animations) between actions. The maps are somewhat big but sadly mostly empty, apart from the massive amount of enemies everywhere, not to mention the lack of variety.”
- “I guess the name of the developer should've given it away, but I thought there would be reasonable amounts of conversation in between gameplay and not almost an hour of worldbuilding before you even get to any gameplay.”
- “Unfortunately, you will spend most of your time in battles, and the battle mechanics are flawed.”
graphics
39 mentions
44 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful art style and character design, particularly in the visual novel segments, which feature charming and whimsical aesthetics. However, some players noted that the 3D graphics feel dated, reminiscent of PlayStation 2-era visuals, and the use of assets from Unity's asset store can detract from the overall consistency of the art style. While the visuals are appealing, they may not meet the expectations of those seeking high-end graphics in gameplay.
- “The artwork is gorgeous and the world is pretty; I especially liked Ruby's character design.”
- “What caught me right off was the beautiful character artwork and general design.”
- “The graphics and the visuals are simple yet very fitting for the anime style aesthetics, especially the cute characters during the visual novel style cut scenes.”
- “Some of the music and the assets came from Unity's asset store and some other third-party sellers. This isn't a negative point per se, as it does help a lot of indie devs finish their game or make their game even better than it would otherwise be. It's just weird hearing the same music you did in other games or seeing the same assets (in this case, some of the 3D maps and objects) you did in other games. It also takes away from the visuals, as it damages the consistency of the art style.”
- “The graphics of this game aren't great.”
- “It plays like a standard RPG game that I'm used to playing, although the graphics are a little under par and there is lots and lots of dialogue.”
music
25 mentions
60 % positive mentions
28 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many users praising the soundtracks as beautiful, relaxing, and fitting the game's ambiance. While some tracks are noted to come from Unity's asset store, which can lead to a sense of familiarity across different games, the overall quality of the music is considered impressive and worthy of AAA standards. Players appreciate how the soundtrack enhances the gaming experience, contributing to the game's charm and emotional depth.
- “I think the game's top merits are its art and music.”
- “The music is easily AAA game worthy.”
- “I fell in love with the music!”
- “Some of the music and the assets came from Unity's asset store and some other third-party sellers. This isn't a negative point per se, as it does help a lot of indie devs finish their game or make their game even better than it would otherwise be. It's just weird hearing the same music you did in other games, or seeing the same assets (in this case, some (most?) of the 3D maps and objects) you did in other games. It also takes away from the visuals, as it damages the consistency of the art style.”
- “The sound is okay, as there are no voices and just basic sound effects and music.”
- “I wasn't expecting anything too special, but the music is very relaxing in towns and fields, and always fits the mood in scenes.”
grinding
14 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be minimal and manageable, with the focus primarily on the story rather than excessive grinding for levels or achievements. While some players noted that certain battles can lead to tedious grinding, many felt that exploration and side quests naturally provided enough experience without feeling like a chore. Suggestions for improvement include adding crafting mechanics to encourage more engaging farming activities.
- “But as you progress through the game you're forced into battles with ridiculous amounts of mob monsters, the only solution for which is pointless hours of grinding.”
- “1) leveling bit too much grindy.”
- “Running around farming could make you bored.”
emotional
8 mentions
88 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome narrative, despite a basic storyline. Players appreciate the memorable and fun characters, which contribute to a nostalgic and uplifting experience, making it a charming adventure that emphasizes self-responsibility and character development. Overall, it resonates well with those seeking a light-hearted and simple journey.
- “While it doesn't have anything revolutionary, and the gameplay is rather simple, the characters are fun and memorable and while the story isn't anything stellar, it's a heartwarming tale that I would highly recommend.”
- “A heartwarming tale in pursuit of self-responsibility brings an interesting adventure with good character development and self-improvement.”
- “Eternal Radiance felt like an Ys game to me for the most part which I appreciated to bits. I'm a huge sucker for simple and short JRPGs that focus on a more 'wholesome' story than the weary drab we see a lot nowadays.”
- “Good game with a boring story.”
- “The emotional moments felt forced and unconvincing.”
- “I didn't connect with the characters at all; their struggles felt superficial.”
character development
6 mentions
83 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally well-executed, featuring interesting characters and a heartwarming narrative focused on self-responsibility and personal growth. While the main characters experience significant development, some relationships, particularly between the protagonist and her best friend, may feel inconsistent at times. The beautiful art style complements the storytelling, enhancing the overall experience.
- “It's somewhat simple, with a constant pace and overall good, the characters are interesting enough and the character development for the main characters was well done, mostly at least, there's one specific occurrence that felt weird, which is an ongoing relationship problem between the playable character and her best friend.”
- “There's a pretty good amount of character development told in a visual novel style mixed with pretty basic gameplay that I will get to now.”
- “A heartwarming tale in pursuit of self-responsibility brings an interesting adventure with good character development and self-improvement.”
optimization
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback. While some players report stable performance on lower-end systems, others experience significant stuttering and performance issues, particularly with high-end hardware. The lock-on system and certain asset details may contribute to these hiccups, but many believe that future updates could improve the situation.
- “Though I don't really have much to say about the gameplay other than it's very well optimized (using an i3-3217u + RX570 4GB (exp GDC) + 8GB RAM @ stable 80fps - very high setting), the game map feels good enough; not really much to see but it'll get the job done.”
- “At least for me, there were one or two performance hiccups (i.e. low fps when playing on very high) which shouldn't be there considering how smooth way more intense games play out, but I'm sure this will improve with time.”
- “There are some performance issues in some areas, but I won't go into detail; it's nothing major and I'm almost sure it's caused by the amount of detail of some assets or the draw distance of them, or both.”
- “There are some performance issues in some areas, but I won't go into detail. It's nothing major, and I'm almost sure it's caused by the amount of detail of some assets or the draw distance of them, or both.”
- “I have a 3080 RTX and so on, but the stuttering, which is about 25% present, can't be fixed apparently, which is sad.”
- “At least for me, there were one or two performance hiccups (i.e. low FPS when playing on very high) which shouldn't be there considering how smoothly way more intense games play out, but I'm sure this will improve with time.”
stability
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
80 % negative mentions
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, with users reporting only a few minor glitches and no significant bugs. The performance is smooth across various systems, contributing to a positive experience.
- “Thus far, the game has proven to be pretty much bug-free.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it runs without any hiccups.”
- “The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that severely impact the experience.”
- “I only encountered a couple of minor glitches, but they were enough to be distracting.”
- “While the graphics are nice, the stability issues with bugs and glitches are frustrating.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its short length and lack of replayability, with users noting that it does not offer enough incentive to play again.
- “Short game with no replayability value.”
- “Lacks replay value, though.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-crafted, featuring funny jokes and lively characters set against beautifully drawn locations. While it leans towards silliness at times, players find it overall enjoyable and entertaining.
- “The story is very well written, the jokes are funny, the characters are lively, and the locations are beautifully drawn!”
- “It's overall funny and sometimes rather silly, but enjoyable nonetheless.”