Fragment's Moonrise

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Fragment’s Moonrise is a challenging Simplified RTS where you command a squad every step of the way. Fight powerful enemies who will test your tactical maneuvering skills to their very limits. Research a vast number of new spells and unleash them against the evil that looms across the land. One thousand years is too long. Awakening from a long slumber, the great Grandmaster Knulxevra finds the …

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that blends RPG and RTS elements, showcasing great potential.
The developer is passionate and responsive to community feedback, indicating a commitment to improving the game.
The art and lore direction are appreciated, contributing to a distinct atmosphere.

The interface and controls are clunky and unintuitive, making gameplay frustrating and difficult to navigate.
Resource collection and unit advancement require excessive micro-management, detracting from the overall experience.
The game suffers from technical issues such as poor map design, unclear tutorials, and scaling problems with text and UI elements.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Fragment's Moonrise has largely remained unchanged in the remake, leading to a sluggish experience that feels unrefined. Critics suggest that instead of merely updating graphics, the game would have benefited from significant balance and gameplay improvements to enhance overall enjoyment. Additionally, the inclusion of RTS elements is noted as a positive aspect that adds variety to the gameplay.
- “Fragment's moonrise didn't need updated graphics; it needed improved gameplay.”
- “Even got some RTS gameplay, which we desperately need!”
- “Fragment's moonrise didn't need updated graphics, it needed improved gameplay.”
- “So the remake has mostly kept the same gameplay, but now it feels like you're submerged in mud.”
- “But instead of remaking the game from the ground up in 3D, the original version should've had balance and gameplay tweaks made to make it a better experience.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Fragment are noted for their unique concept and appealing art direction, but some users feel that the game would benefit more from improved gameplay rather than just updated visuals.
- “The concept, setting, and visuals are certainly unique, and I do like the art and lore direction overall.”
- “Fragment's moonrise didn't need updated graphics; it needed improved gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find humor in nostalgic references, such as the action of pressing 'M' to zoom out, which evokes memories of the original game version.
- “One thing I found funny is that pressing 'M' to zoom out reminded me of the original version.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story is likened to a Starcraft custom map, suggesting a straightforward and less complex narrative. However, it effectively fulfills its intended purpose, providing a satisfactory experience for players.
- “The story feels like a StarCraft custom map in terms of depth and complexity, lacking any real engagement.”
- “The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any meaningful twists or character development.”
- “I found the plot to be disjointed and lacking coherence, making it hard to stay invested in the characters.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that resource farming involves the use of hotkeys, which adds a unique twist to the grinding experience.
- “Oddly, farming resources requires a hotkey.”
- “The grinding feels repetitive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours grinding for materials, only to realize it was all for a small upgrade.”