Faerie's Bargain: The Price of Business
- December 2, 2021
- Choice of Games
Get on SteamBecome the greatest of the goblin merchants in this gaslamp faery-tale! Buy and sell secrets and memories! Trade in time, shadows, and stranger things!
Reviews
- The game features rich world-building and enchanting prose that captures the whimsical and dark nature of the fae, making it a unique experience.
- Players have the opportunity to explore different paths and choices, encouraging replayability and engagement with the story.
- The character creator allows for imaginative customization, enhancing the player's connection to their character in this fantastical setting.
- The plot can feel convoluted and disjointed, with unclear choices and continuity issues that detract from the overall experience.
- Character development is often lacking, making it difficult for players to form meaningful connections or understand their motivations.
- The writing can be overly complex and poetic at times, which may alienate players looking for a more straightforward narrative.
- story30 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by a lack of clarity regarding its direction and the protagonist's role, leading to confusion among players. While the writing captures the enchanting essence of faerie lore and features intriguing characters, it suffers from convoluted prose and a disjointed plot that can feel overwhelming and poorly paced. Additionally, players have reported issues with story mechanics and choices that disrupt the narrative flow, resulting in a disappointing overall experience despite some redeeming qualities in worldbuilding and character development.
“A story full of much intrigue, to say the least.”
“This is a story about the fae; you have to leave the logic of the waking world at the door and instead wrap yourself in the logic of dreams.”
“The writer has a solid understanding of the lore and did a great job of bringing life to the characters and events of the story.”
“The plot is all over the place, and the ending just feels rushed.”
“To begin with, the story at times is very dense with unfamiliar terms and strange convoluted choices.”
“If you're bothered by having the storyline interrupted over and over again, or have trouble trying to keep up with several different ongoing plot events that may or may not ever come together again at a later point in the story, you may want to find something else to read.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players emphasize the importance of emotional immersion in games, noting that a strong connection to their character is crucial for enjoyment. If the game fails to establish this connection early on, as seen with unconventional character designs, it can hinder their motivation to engage further.
“I am mostly an emotional role-player, so to enjoy a game, I must feel immersed in my game persona as soon as possible.”
“Perhaps all this becomes clearer as you progress in the game, but as an emotional role-player, I cannot be motivated to invest in a bizarre 'something that loses and gains body parts'.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its intriguing world-building and strong writing, creating an immersive experience that captivates players. Despite some users noting accidental extended playtime, the overall sentiment leans towards a tentative recommendation based on the game's atmospheric qualities.
“Very interesting world building, atmospheric, and well written.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The sound design and visuals create a hauntingly beautiful environment that enhances the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is notably poor, with many users expressing disappointment in the story's lack of engaging elements that would encourage multiple playthroughs.
“Unfortunately, the replayability of the story is terrible.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally considered decent, though it is marred by some poorly executed story mechanics.
