Fatermyth
- April 23, 2024
- KDream
Get on Steam”Sparrow“ New Game: DPO0912 Join our discord About the GameEmbrace the universe, transform the world into a game. The mysterious angler rescues you from death and invites you into this game of destiny. For your father’s unfinished mission, for overthrowing the cruel rule, you will embark on a fated legendary journey. Spanning thousands of years from ancient times to the present, you will exper…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a captivating story with memorable characters, drawing players into their individual journeys and emotional arcs.
- The unique gameplay combines a card and dice system, offering a fresh take on traditional RPG mechanics that keeps players engaged.
- The art style is stunning, and the voice acting adds depth to the experience, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The English translation is inconsistent, with some awkward phrasing and untranslated sections that may confuse international players.
- Sound effects, particularly laughter and shouts, are poorly polished, occasionally feeling out of place within the game's context.
- Dialog transitions can be confusing, as the game heavily relies on text to indicate who is speaking, leading to potential misunderstandings during conversations.
- story19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story is highly praised for its depth and emotional impact, featuring a narrative that unfolds through the perspectives of seven protagonists, each with their own engaging arcs. While the storytelling relies heavily on text and includes some untranslated sections, many players find the overall experience captivating, with choices and consequences that enhance the gameplay. However, some critiques mention that the English translation can feel detached, which may hinder connection to the story.
“The plot is amazing, and you will be eager to know more about each individual character's life; some are short, and some are not to be missed out.”
“I honestly didn't expect too much from this game; the whole play dice on cards intrigued me, but then I played the demo, and what actually grabbed my real attention is that the story is amazing, which more or less plays out as a visual novel with choices, deaths, and failure states.”
“The story was stunningly emotional, invoking feelings of happiness, grief, anger, and so many tears, along with a desire to see everything through.”
“There are still some untranslated 'pages' of the story here and there (thankfully you usually don't lose much), and the overall English translation is written in a way I found severely unengaging and detached.”
“The game wants to tell its story, and all you need to do is play the right moves and press the right buttons.”
“The story itself gets quite brutal.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as interesting yet lacking in challenge, with players often relying on specific strategies that dominate encounters. While the mechanics are simpler and the use of dice as stamina is a unique twist, the overall experience feels linear and heavily guided, resembling a railroaded D&D campaign.
“Cool gameplay, never seen using dice as stamina before.”
“The gameplay is very different and engaging.”
“I would best describe this game as a severely railroaded D&D campaign with simpler mechanics.”
“The gameplay feels like a severely railroaded D&D campaign with simpler mechanics.”
“Five of those images only occur in the last four hours of the game, which includes the art and gameplay of the protagonists interacting with each other.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is profoundly impactful, eliciting a wide range of feelings including happiness, grief, and anger, which can lead to intense moments of crying. The dark themes enhance the narrative's allure, compelling players to continue exploring the story despite its heavy emotional weight.
“The story was stunningly emotional, invoking feelings of happiness, grief, anger, and so many tears, along with a desire to see everything through.”
“Ji Yun, Ji Yu, and Ji Feng made me cry for an hour. The dark moments definitely add to the fascination of wanting to see what's next.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that while grinding is necessary to overcome challenging enemies, it is generally manageable and not overly burdensome.
“The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find the grinding to be a major chore, taking away from the enjoyment of the gameplay.”
“The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and feels like a waste of time.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing commentary provided by the fisherman, who serves as the dungeon master, adding a lighthearted and entertaining element to the experience.
“The commentary from the fisherman (the DM in the background) is also quite funny.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their stunning artwork, showcasing exceptional visual quality that enhances the overall gaming experience.
“The artwork is so amazing!”
“The graphics are stunning and truly bring the game world to life.”
“Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
