Eventide: Slavic Fable
- September 23, 2016
- Artifex Mundi
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Eventide: Slavic Fable" is an adventure game set in a heritage park inhabited by Slavic creatures. When the protagonist's grandmother is kidnapped, she must form alliances with mythical beings to defeat the villain, Boruta, and prevent worldwide destruction. The game features 38 diverse locations, 43 HO scenes, and the exploration of an ancient, mythic world as the protagonist seeks to save her grandmother and stop Boruta from using the park's ancient magic for evil purposes.
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Reviews
- Beautiful artwork and music create an enchanting atmosphere that immerses players in Slavic folklore.
- The game features a good balance of hidden object scenes and puzzles, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
- The inclusion of collectibles and achievements adds replay value and encourages exploration throughout the game.
- The plot is predictable and follows a typical formula seen in many hidden object games, lacking originality.
- Some puzzles are overly simplistic, making the game feel too easy and less challenging for experienced players.
- The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 3-5 hours, which may not justify the full price for some players.
- story154 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally described as decent but predictable, often following familiar tropes found in the hidden object genre. While some players appreciated the incorporation of Slavic folklore and the beautiful artwork, others found the plot to be simplistic and lacking depth, with the extra chapter feeling disconnected from the main narrative. Overall, the story serves as a pleasant backdrop to the gameplay, though it may not leave a lasting impression.
“The story is deeply rooted in Slavic folklore, with stunning hand-painted backgrounds and enchanting music that bring the mythical world to life.”
“The captivating story, although predictable, is still a fun adventure.”
“I really enjoyed the story of Eventide; everything linked in and made complete sense by the end, so I can really recommend you hold out until that final scene because it clears up a lot!”
“The story is extremely weak as well--I won't spoil anything in case you are, for whatever reason, extremely invested, but the 'villain's' backstory is... so stupid.”
“The story is the usual fantasy nonsense but the graphics are just lovely, with enchanting, atmospheric environments and an easy-going difficulty level.”
“The plot is simple, but clever and when I want to escape into a world of my own, cut off from the everyday hassle of work, these games are the best solution.”
- graphics66 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beautiful, hand-drawn artwork and enchanting environments, contributing to an immersive experience. While some reviews mention clunky elements and a lack of innovation, the overall consensus highlights the visuals as a strong point, with many describing them as lovely, colorful, and atmospheric. Despite some average gameplay aspects, the graphics consistently stand out as a charming feature that enhances the game's appeal.
“The graphics take you to another world altogether, similarly with the music.”
“The story is the usual fantasy nonsense but the graphics are just lovely, with enchanting, atmospheric environments and an easy-going difficulty level.”
“Eventide: Slavic Fable has an amazing trove of imaginative artwork for its fabled creatures.”
“The graphics are clunky, the voice acting is on the funny side of bad, and everything is weirdly convoluted.”
“Everything about this game is average, including sounds, music, graphics, puzzles, animation, and story.”
“Poor graphics, there are almost no dialogues, already seen puzzles, but it's still a nice story and the characters are original.”
- music49 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers noting its calming and enchanting qualities that complement the stunning visuals and storytelling. While some felt the soundtrack could benefit from more variety, it is generally described as fitting, non-intrusive, and a significant contributor to the game's relaxing experience. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, elevating the gameplay and immersing players in the mythical world inspired by Slavic folklore.
“The music is incredibly beautiful, but the storyline could be better.”
“The art and music work really well together to make for a beautiful and relaxing experience.”
“The music is soothing, making for a nice, relaxing experience.”
“Everything about this game is average, including sounds, music, graphics, puzzles, animation, and story.”
“What I hope is that there would be a few more music tracks to make this experience even more enjoyable.”
“The music is very calming, with little surges when you solve puzzles.”
- gameplay25 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring familiar mechanics that appeal to both veterans and newcomers, with a relaxing pace and enjoyable hidden object scenes. While some players appreciate the fluidity and logical progression of the gameplay, others find it lacks innovation and can be repetitive, with certain mechanics causing frustration. Overall, the game offers a solid experience for fans of the genre, though it may not stand out significantly among similar titles.
“While the gameplay follows the classic HOPA formula, the well-crafted hidden object scenes and puzzles are enjoyable and relaxing.”
“The gameplay is nice and fluid.”
“The gameplay is quite common, though the hidden object scenes are diversified: from rebuilding an object thanks to a list of pictures to a list of items to find, as they're hiding parts of a puzzle.”
“The theme has a lot of potential, but story-wise and gameplay-wise it just does not deliver.”
“I like the minigames, most of them were fun, but the story (nothing extra) and some game mechanics which annoyed me (re-activation of hidden object screens) are getting the game a no recommendation.”
“Gameplay isn't great though, and I suspect all these games are largely the same.”
- atmosphere14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beauty and enchanting qualities, featuring lovely graphics, calming music, and a mystical ambiance that enhances the overall experience. Many players appreciate the artistic style and the incorporation of Slavic folklore elements, although some find the repetitive nature of the gameplay can detract from the enjoyment. Overall, the game is noted for its relaxing and immersive atmosphere, making it a standout feature for those who appreciate aesthetic and thematic depth.
“The atmosphere is beautiful and I really enjoyed the Slavic creatures.”
“The art style is very beautiful, the music is calming and atmospheric.”
“Fairy and magic atmosphere and characters, well rendered by a vast majority of beautiful graphics.”
“Good game, a bit easy, but the music gives a slightly nostalgic and sad feeling to the atmosphere.”
“Fairy and magical atmosphere and characters, well rendered by a vast majority of beautiful graphics.”
“It's a relaxing little story with heart and atmosphere.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has been criticized for its low replayability, with many users indicating that it offers minimal incentive to play again beyond achieving missed objectives. While a few users noted some good replay value, the consensus leans towards a lack of compelling reasons to revisit the game.
“So yes, good replay value.”
“I don't think this game has replay value, unfortunately.”
“The replay value for the game is low.”
“Replay value: 2/10 (only to pick up a missed achievement)”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its clunky graphics and amusingly poor voice acting, which contribute to the overall hilarity of the cutscenes. Players find the bizarre and convoluted elements, particularly the overemphasis on Slavic mythology, to be laugh-out-loud funny, despite the odd animation style.
“The cutscenes are....... hilarious.”
“The graphics are clunky, the voice acting is on the funny side of bad, and everything is weirdly convoluted.”
“As others said, the overemphasis on Slavic culture was weird (why would the creatures themselves say they were from Slavic myth rather than just...myth?) and the animated cutscenes were very strange looking, in a way that had me laughing out loud at times.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, particularly as the experience progresses. While the background art is appreciated, the overall execution feels forced and lacks engagement, leading to a sense of monotony. Despite these issues, some players still express a general enjoyment of the game.
“I found it quite boring and tedious.”
“The translations are a bit off and the animations look weird, and the game can become a bit tedious towards the end.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development is noted to be somewhat lacking, with designs described as bland and simple; however, this does not significantly detract from the overall experience.
“The character designs are somewhat bland and simple, but it doesn't bother me too much.”
“The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with them.”
“I found the characters to be one-dimensional, with little to no growth throughout the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game exhibits strong stability, with no instances of freezing or unexpected crashes.
“The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced multiple instances of the game freezing during crucial moments.”
“Unexpected quitting happens way too often, disrupting the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a particularly touching second story that resonates with players, evoking strong feelings and connections.
“The second story was incredibly touching.”
“The emotional depth of the characters left a lasting impact on me.”
“I felt a profound connection to the story that resonated with my own experiences.”
