Fantasy World Souls

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"Fantasy World Souls" is an action RPG set in a richly detailed fantasy world. Engage in strategic combat, utilizing a variety of weapons and spells to defeat your enemies. Explore diverse landscapes, interact with NPCs, and make choices that impact the story in this immersive and expansive open-world game.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 97 reviews

story4 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic JRPGs like Final Fantasy and Pokémon, with engaging gameplay and a charming art style.
The developer is very active and responsive to community feedback, frequently updating the game and addressing player concerns.
The game features a cooperative multiplayer mode, allowing players to team up and enjoy the experience together, enhancing the overall enjoyment.

The game has significant grind requirements, with many players feeling that the battle and event requirements are excessively high.
There are issues with connectivity and account management, making it frustrating for players trying to team up or access their accounts.
The game has a pay-to-win aspect, with premium currency and gacha mechanics that can create a barrier for players who do not wish to spend money.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
72%
12%
The game's story is described as somewhat interesting but clunky, with a linear quest structure that lacks effective tracking for completed tasks. While it evokes nostalgia for classic turn-based RPGs, players note translation issues and a steep learning curve. Overall, the narrative has potential, but improvements in quest management and character customization could enhance the experience.
- “The main story content is easy to beat with some grinding, but the endgame requires a significant amount of grinding, which I find fulfilling.”
- “This game hits home with nostalgia - the old school turn-based level grind, story, exploration - it's there.”
- “I really like the game a lot so far; the story is the best.”
- “The story is a bit clunky; there's definitely a learning curve to start out, and there are some translation issues.”
- “Though the quest is linear, there is still no menu to keep track of whether it is completed or still in progress.”
- “Once the story mode is complete, the game becomes kind of grindy.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The grinding aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players enjoy the nostalgic, old-school grind reminiscent of classic RPGs, others find the endgame excessively demanding, requiring either significant time investment or substantial monetary spending to fully upgrade characters. Many reviews highlight that while initial story content is manageable, the transition to endgame content can feel overwhelming and heavily favors a pay-to-win model. Overall, the game appeals to those who appreciate grinding but may frustrate players seeking a more balanced experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Insanely pay-to-win if you don't want to spend literal thousands of hours grinding out fights for 'diamonds'.”
- “I find it ludicrous that anyone can describe the game as 'not at all pay-to-win' when you are literally given the choice of grinding 1,000+ hours or simply paying $200 if you wish to fully upgrade a character.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its fun and intuitive mechanics reminiscent of classic JRPGs, while others criticize the lack of polish, uninspired design, and overly simplistic AI. Players appreciate the real-time mechanics and gacha elements, but some desire more innovative features, such as combined attacks. Overall, the gameplay is seen as enjoyable for casual play, though it may not meet the expectations of those seeking depth and challenge.
- “It is a very cute RPG, plus they worked out real-time mechanics.”
- “Fun ATB gameplay, can relax and shut my brain off grinding like old JRPG games, highly recommend.”
- “The gameplay is crisp and exciting.”
- “Do not come in expecting a high level of polish and mechanics.”
- “AI is sloppy, gameplay is a drag and way too easy, steals logo design and UI from Final Fantasy and just feels uninspired.”
- “There's a gacha summoning mechanic, but you can AFK to earn the currency.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews; some players criticize the pixel art as "godawful" and lacking effort, suggesting a lack of skill or resources from the developer. In contrast, others appreciate the cute art style and find the visuals charming, likening them to nostalgic old-school graphics.
- “I love everything about it so far and the art style is so cute.”
- “I love the visuals and music in the game; it's good and not overly repetitive 5-second loops.”
- “Such a great little game with old school graphics.”
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel art instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with particular praise for the title screen track and the immersive quality it adds to the visuals and gameplay. While some find the AI-written intro song off-putting, the overall composition is noted for being well-crafted and not overly repetitive, enhancing the gaming experience.
- “The music and pixel art make the game immersive, and the monsters fit the world really well.”
- “I love the visuals and music in the game; it's good and not overly repetitive 5-second loops.”
- “Best part is the title screen music.”
- “The AI-written intro song about joining your Discord and ripping off other games is annoying.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game features a monetization model that includes mobile app store-style microtransactions, primarily focused on purchasing gems for the gacha system, which detracts from the overall free-to-play experience.
- “This isn't really free, as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “This isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “Microtransactions exist, but so far it's only been for the gems you use in the gacha.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game through clever username options like "null" and the absurdity of the developer's exaggerated playtime statistics, which often suggest unrealistic gaming habits. This self-aware humor adds a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “The game let me create a username of 'null' - which I find absolutely hilarious.”
- “The developer is using 'playtime' to show how good their game is in Facebook groups - while hilariously some of that playtime is 22-24 hours a day for weeks.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly at 60fps on the Steam Deck without any reported issues.
- “Great game, runs smoothly on the Steam Deck at 60 FPS with no problems.”
- “The game maintains a stable frame rate throughout, providing a seamless experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs; the stability is impressive.”