Fated Souls

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Fated Souls is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Warfare Studios and was released on July 30, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

In "Fated Souls," players take on the role of a former mercenary seeking peace, who is hired as a bodyguard for a girl with divine power, leading to a global conflict that requires the use of wits and combat skills. This game was originally known as "Dark Souls" and is one of Warfare Studio's most popular releases. Aldorlea's other best-selling games such as "Millennium," "Asguaard," "Moonchild," "Girlfriend Rescue," "Vagrant Hearts," and "Undefeated" are also available on Steam.

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

story14 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Immersive storytelling with a compelling narrative that keeps players engaged.
Deep character customization options allow for personalized gameplay experiences.
The game features varied environments and interesting questlines that enhance player engagement.

Pacing issues and excessive backtracking disrupt immersion and can lead to player frustration.
AI behavior can be predictable, reducing the challenge and satisfaction of combat encounters.
The game suffers from localization issues, spelling errors, and a limited soundtrack that detracts from the overall experience.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
65%
6%
The story of "Fated Souls" is characterized by immersive storytelling and compelling plot twists that engage players, although pacing issues and a lack of guidance can detract from the experience. While some players appreciate the depth of character development and the evolving narrative, others find the storyline convoluted and the characters uninteresting, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. Despite its flaws, the game offers a lengthy narrative journey that some players find worth exploring, especially for fans of RPGs.
- “Fated Souls captivates players with its immersive storytelling, drawing them into a rich and compelling narrative world.”
- “The game's well-crafted plot twists and character development keep players engaged from start to finish.”
- “Overall, it's a very enjoyable story-driven RPG that was clearly made with love.”
- “The story is not well written; I do not feel any sense of attachment to these characters, and the numerous amounts of typos do not help.”
- “In conclusion, this is a very forgettable story that tries really hard but does not hook. The combat scales linearly with increasingly bullet-spongy enemies but not much tactical depth.”
- “The story and combat felt bland and rehashed.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
68%
19%
The music in "Fated Souls" has been criticized for its limited variety, leading to repetitiveness during extended play sessions. While some tracks are well-chosen and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, many users feel the soundtrack lacks originality, often resembling typical RPG Maker compositions. Overall, the music is described as serviceable but not memorable, with a mix of both enjoyable and annoying elements.
- “The soundtrack is RPG Maker stock material, but each tune was well chosen for each level, so they made good use of that material.”
- “High marks go to the music in the game, which sometimes adds to the suspenseful atmosphere, and sometimes offers relief in the form of light and catchy tunes, but is never overpowering.”
- “Fated Souls' soundtrack may lack variety, with a limited selection of music tracks that can become repetitive over extended play sessions.”
- “A more diverse soundtrack could enhance the game's atmosphere and immersion.”
- “The soundtrack is awful, and the graphics too. There is no setting options anywhere, so you have to stick with the graphics and the options given by the developers.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
55%
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The graphics of the game have been widely criticized, with many reviewers noting the crude pixel art typical of RPG Maker games and a lack of customization options. While some appreciate the artwork in battle scenes, the overall visual presentation is deemed poor and unengaging, contributing to a frustrating gaming experience. The absence of full HD support and the inability to tweak graphics settings further detracts from the game's appeal for modern gamers.
- “Artwork is very good, particularly in the battle scenes.”
- “Definitely another 'RPG Maker' piece of junk with tedious dialogues, crude pixel graphics, cut-and-paste character graphics, an annoying soundtrack that sounds like an out-of-work German oompah band, and a severely crippled and unbalanced combat system that leaves you with nothing but a group of dead adventurers killed in 2-4 rounds of fighting... this game got real old real fast!”
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “The soundtrack is awful, and the graphics too... yeah, it's RPG Maker... there are no settings options anywhere, so you have to stick with the graphics and the options given by the developers.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
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The gameplay is criticized for its low-quality, retro-style graphics and lack of originality, often feeling like a tedious experience reminiscent of early '90s games. Players report that the mechanics are basic and uneventful, with repetitive tasks and a lack of engaging content, leading to a generally negative reception. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements, many find the gameplay boring and unworthy of investment.
- “RPG gameplay with a difficult passionate appreciation!”
- “+ smooth gameplay.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “So yeah, get on a very deep sale if you'd like to see and experience an artifact of a bygone age, or if you have the magical ability to power through the most boring gameplay for the sake of a good story (if so, my hat off to you for retaining what I've lost somewhere along the way), but otherwise steer clear of this title.”
- “The game itself throughout the gameplay is rather uneventful; all you do is what everyone says and kill.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with players finding it tedious and unbalanced, leading to a frustrating experience filled with repetitive battles and excessive backtracking. While it may have been acceptable for its time, modern players feel it lacks engagement and excitement, making the grinding feel particularly burdensome. Overall, those not fond of RPGs or lengthy grinding sessions are advised to steer clear.
- “I should feel like I can't wait to see the story, but all I see is the very lackluster combat and the tediousness along with the backtracking is just 'no, I can't take one more moment of this.'”
- “But that isn't sufficient enough because most of it is grinding experience levels with the most officious monsters possible at given level.”
- “If you are not a fan of RPGs (especially JRPGs) or long grinding hours, don't buy this game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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The game's atmosphere is generally well-received, with praise for its attention to detail and engaging story. While the soundtrack is noted for enhancing immersion and supporting the game's mood, some players feel that a more diverse selection could further enrich the experience. Overall, the music effectively balances suspense and lightness, contributing positively to the game's ambiance.
- “Not a bad RPG; there is trade, battles with bosses, quests, and I loved the huge dungeons filled with interesting details. The developers have paid much attention to the atmosphere of the game.”
- “In this game, we find a wonderful atmosphere supported by an excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
- “High marks go to the music in the game, which sometimes adds to the suspenseful atmosphere and offers relief in the form of light and catchy tunes, but is never overpowering.”
- “A more diverse soundtrack could enhance the game's atmosphere and immersion.”
- “Not a bad RPG; there is trade, battles with bosses, quests, and I loved the huge dungeons. The developers have paid much attention to the atmosphere of the game, focusing on such details.”
- “High marks go to the music in the game, which sometimes adds to the suspenseful atmosphere, and sometimes offers relief in the form of light and catchy tunes, but is never overpowering.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highly praised, with well-crafted plot twists that maintain player engagement throughout. The main protagonists gradually unveil their true selves and motivations, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “The game's well-crafted plot twists and character development keep players engaged from start to finish.”
- “Character development gets high marks in this game; each of the main protagonists slowly reveal their true selves and their motivations as you get further into the tale.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users highlighting its low-quality assets and lack of genuine development effort. This approach is seen as detrimental to the reputation of amateur developers and contributes to the proliferation of subpar games on platforms like Steam.
- “It's horribly basic, riddled with grammatical and spelling errors, full of stock copy-pasted RPG Maker assets. No real game development has taken place here; this is just a cash grab, shovelware polluting Steam for profit.”
- “This kind of cash grab construction kit shovelware from bad actors like Andorlea gives amateur developers a bad name.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is overshadowed by pacing issues, as players find the initial fast pace amusing but quickly become frustrated with the slow movement that diminishes enjoyment. The lack of a consistent walking speed or a run option detracts from the overall comedic experience.