Forest Of Relics
- January 25, 2023
- eTIRUe
"Forest of Relics" is an atmospheric, story-driven adventure game set in a mystical forest. Players uncover the truth behind ancient artifacts and a lost civilization while solving puzzles and navigating intricate relationships with various characters. The game features hand-drawn graphics and a hauntingly beautiful original soundtrack.
Reviews
- The game features great character design and animations, making it visually appealing.
- Despite some janky controls, the gameplay becomes more enjoyable and addictive as you progress.
- It offers a decent platforming experience for its low price, with unlockable costumes and challenge modes.
- The controls can be frustrating and inconsistent, especially in later levels, leading to a challenging experience.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive, with similar tasks being repeated throughout the game.
- Numerous glitches and performance issues, such as lag and hitbox problems, detract from the overall experience.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as cute but lacking in originality and depth, leading to mixed feelings among players. While some find it enjoyable enough to see through to the end, others feel it fails to engage or resonate, suggesting that those seeking a compelling narrative might be better off with a different RPG.
“Well, I really enjoy the game; the story in the end is quite engaging.”
“I probably will come back to the game just to see where the meager story goes.”
“The story, although it's a bit cute, is not very interesting or original.”
“I can't enjoy the story or characters due to irritation.”
“If you're interested in the story, well technically there is one, but I suggest looking for an RPG instead.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay features unlockable perks that enhance movement, such as double jumps and sprinting, which can improve future playthroughs. However, many users criticize the overall experience, describing it as feeling unfinished and frustrating, with some expressing a desire for more engaging content like costumes or dance features.
“When completing the game once, you unlock perks which also help speed up future gameplay, such as double jumps and sprint.”
“Gameplay is challenging and can be frustrating at times, but once you finish, the rewards like costumes make it worthwhile.”
“The gameplay itself feels more like a prototype than a finished game.”
“Retarded gameplay and poor movement; I do not recommend this piece of garbage.”
“Gameplay is frustrating and infuriating... but after finishing, I only wish for some pose options or dancing.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received for its fitting and enjoyable quality, though many users express a desire for a greater variety to prevent repetitiveness. While the simplicity of the music works well within the game's context, some players find it can become monotonous over time.
“The music is simple but works well.”
“The music gets repetitive, but otherwise very fun and challenging.”
“I wish it had a larger variety of music, but the music it has is fitting.”
“I wish it had a larger variety of music, but the music it has is fitting.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its excellent design and animations, showcasing a high level of creativity and attention to detail. Players appreciate the overall quality, which reflects the game's affordability and the reputation of the developing company.
“Great character design and animations.”
“It has excellent character designs and offers an affordable experience from a great company.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality, but they are overshadowed by the poor design of the platformer.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while the game features tedious platforming sections and various glitches, they were still able to complete it despite the grinding aspects.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game experiences several glitches and features some frustrating platforming sections, yet players have managed to complete it despite these stability issues.
“The game has numerous glitches that disrupt the experience.”
“There are some tedious platforming moments that make the gameplay frustrating.”
“Despite the issues, I still managed to complete it, but it was a struggle.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as pure and reminiscent of Looney Tunes, providing a comedic contrast to the frustrating tank controls and wonky physics, which can sometimes lead to hilarious moments despite making gameplay feel like a chore.
“The tank controls are often frustrating and the physics are wonky, but the humor is pure and reminiscent of Looney Tunes.”
“The game's humor is delightfully absurd, making even the most frustrating moments entertaining.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the quirky dialogue and ridiculous scenarios throughout the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that the game requires significant improvements in GPU optimization to enhance performance.
“The game runs smoothly after the latest optimization updates, making for a much better experience.”
“I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it really enhances performance on lower-end systems.”
“The recent patches have significantly improved frame rates and loading times, showcasing excellent optimization work.”
“Needs way better GPU optimization, though, for real...”
“The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on high-end hardware.”
“I experienced frequent stuttering and long load times, which really detracted from the gameplay.”