Flint: Treasure of Oblivion

43%
Game Brain Score Based on 21 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion Game Cover
A well-made SRPG with a full commitment to its piratical inspirations, even if it takes longer than it should to learn systems and control patterns.
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Experience the golden age of piracy through a strong and original narrative, real-time exploration and turn-based tactical combat in Flint - Treasure of Oblivion.

  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

43%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
story4 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique comic-book style presentation and an interesting pirate-themed story that many players find engaging.
  • Combat, while initially clunky, becomes more enjoyable as players learn the mechanics and develop strategies, offering a good challenge for fans of turn-based RPGs.
  • The game has a charming art style and immersive atmosphere, appealing to those who appreciate pirate lore and tactical gameplay.
  • The user interface is confusing and poorly designed, making navigation and combat mechanics difficult to understand for new players.
  • Combat can feel unfair and punishing, with a reliance on dice rolls leading to frustrating encounters where a single mistake can result in having to restart battles.
  • The game is criticized for being overly linear and short, with limited exploration and a lack of depth in character customization and progression.
  • story15 mentions

    The story in the game is engaging and presented in a visually appealing comic strip style, enhancing the overall experience. However, players note that the narrative is quite short and linear, with limited character customization and exploration. While the mission objectives can feel odd and quest rewards unclear, the game still offers a unique tactical RPG experience for fans of the genre.

    • “The game offers great pirate vibes with an interesting story.”
    • “In addition, it has a beautiful comic-book design with an interesting and well-written storytelling and innovative turn-based combat.”
    • “Flint: Treasure of Oblivion delivers a unique and enjoyable tactical RPG experience for fans of the genre, blending comic-book storytelling, dice-based combat, and strategic exploration.”
    • “The only problem is the story is way too short.”
    • “The story is linear and you control a specific character, which isn't a problem, but be warned if anyone thinks they'll be able to create their own character like in other RPGs, then this will not happen.”
    • “The game is very linear - all you really do is go from point A to B with some dialogue to keep the story moving forward.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    The gameplay features a unique blend of turn-based RPG mechanics with cards and dice, providing a challenging experience that requires patience and a willingness to learn. While the mechanics are not always clearly explained and the game has some quirks, players who enjoy strategic gameplay will find it rewarding, with an average playtime of around 10 hours. Overall, the creative combat system and engaging mechanics make it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.

    • “The combat and game mechanics are pretty well explained.”
    • “If you’re a fan of turn-based RPGs and can approach the game with patience while learning its unique mechanics, you’ll find it enjoyable.”
    • “While gameplay is not perfect and often lacks explanation, the mix of turn-based RPG with cards and dice offers a good challenge.”
    • “I had to start the game more than once to understand the mechanics and avoid mistakes.”
    • “While it has its quirks and room for improvement, the game’s setting, progression, and creative combat system make it worth checking out—especially if you approach it with an open mind and patience to learn its mechanics.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and appealing art style, though some users note that the user interface is poor and the combat mechanics are difficult to master. While performance is deemed satisfactory, there are calls for improvements to enhance overall gameplay experience.

    • “I like the art style.”
    • “Graphics: good”
    • “It's a shame because beneath all of that, there is an interesting concept with an appealing graphic style.”
    • “The developers claimed they didn't use AI artwork, but the graphics look generic and uninspired.”
    • “The visuals are outdated and lack the detail expected from a modern game.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with most users finding it playable and largely bug-free. However, some players have noted issues with an unclear UI, occasional camera jankiness, and a few unexpected freezes.

    • “The negative comments are not being fair; the UI isn't super great, but the game is playable and seemingly bug-free.”
    • “The UI is unclear, the camera can be janky, and there are a few freezes where there really shouldn't be.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced multiple bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Overall, while the graphics and performance of the game are generally well-received, there are significant concerns regarding the optimization of the combat system, which many users feel requires serious improvement.

  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of dark comedy, aligning with the serious tone expected from pirate-themed games, and is noted for avoiding overly politically correct themes.

    • “From what I played, it's not woke; it's a serious game with dark humor, as pirate games should be.”
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