Gedonia
- October 14, 2022
- Irondust
- 13h median play time
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Reviews
- The game offers a vast open world with plenty of secrets and quests to explore, reminiscent of classic RPGs.
- Character customization is extensive, allowing for a variety of builds and playstyles, which enhances replayability.
- Despite its jankiness, the game is engaging and fun, with a charming aesthetic and a sense of adventure.
- The voice acting and dialogue are often poorly executed, detracting from the overall immersion of the game.
- Combat can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, with issues related to hit detection and enemy AI.
- The game suffers from various bugs and glitches that can interrupt gameplay, making it feel unfinished.
- story1,538 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in Gedonia has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it to be weak and generic, often overshadowed by the game's exploration and quest mechanics. While the main quest is criticized for its poor writing and voice acting, side quests are generally seen as more engaging, offering multiple solutions and interesting scenarios. Overall, the narrative lacks depth and polish, but the game's charm and open-world design provide enough enjoyment for players willing to overlook its shortcomings.
“The twists and turns it takes at times are quite surprising, and the side-stories in most of the optional quests are also pretty great, with some surprising and unexpected stuff in them.”
“The characters that compose the main story are mostly really good, with one or two forgettable ones, and I quite like the way it all unfolds.”
“It's all quite fun, and the quests you find spread around the map always have either a little bit of story or some unique gameplay, which keeps me curious to see what's next.”
“The biggest problem is the writing, which is just unbearably awful, the main quest is literally a joke and the voice actors are either AI generated or are so bad that they sound AI generated.”
“The main story is hilariously bad, I turned off the voice acting because it needs some serious work.”
“The story is so basic and painful to engage with, the voice acting is utterly terrible in English to the point I considered changing it to Russian, even though I don't speak it, in the hopes it's better.”
- gameplay548 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Gedonia is characterized by its enjoyable open-world RPG mechanics, offering a blend of classic MMO elements and unique skill trees that allow for diverse character builds. While the game features a variety of engaging mechanics, including crafting and dungeon puzzles, it suffers from some clunky controls, bugs, and a lack of polish that can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many players find the gameplay loop addictive and rewarding, making it a solid choice for fans of indie RPGs looking for depth and exploration.
“Enjoyable open world RPG with just enough depth to gameplay for a bit of challenge in an otherwise cozy, casual stroll.”
“The gameplay is broad and fun, with every skill tree feeling very distinct and powerful on its own.”
“The gameplay loop is addictive and I find myself putting off necessary life tasks until I 'just get to this next thing'.”
“So you get locked out of 90% of the game's mechanics... this is so stupid.”
“The gameplay however is just too unpolished to recommend.”
“The combat is just clunky, so if you're looking for Dark Souls level of gameplay, you might want to look somewhere else.”
- graphics494 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are simplistic and occasionally janky, they possess a certain charm reminiscent of older RPGs. Some appreciate the cartoonish art style and find it refreshing, while others criticize the visuals as dated and lacking polish. Overall, despite the graphical shortcomings, many players feel that the engaging gameplay and expansive content more than compensate for the visual limitations.
“The graphics may not be pretty, but it makes up for it in the things you can do and explore, as games should be.”
“The visuals are actually really nice, and the details are surprising, especially considering the art style.”
“Graphics are quite pleasant, reminding me of a nice cross between Wind Waker and Breath of the Wild.”
“This game has the absolute worst graphics I have literally ever seen.”
“The graphics are as rough as they look, and somehow the voice acting and story are so bad that they make the graphics seem like a highlight.”
“Unfortunately, between the glitchy graphics, poor voice acting, amateur UI, and janky animations I just can't get into the game.”
- stability148 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The game's stability is characterized by a mix of charm and frustration, with numerous bugs and glitches reported, ranging from minor annoyances to more significant issues that can disrupt gameplay. While some players find the bugs amusing and part of the game's charm, others express frustration over game-breaking glitches and performance issues, particularly in late-game scenarios. Overall, the game is seen as a work in progress, with potential for improvement as updates are released, but it currently lacks polish and can be quite janky.
“For an early access game, the game runs great and has a great feel to it.”
“Loading time/game size - the game is a small game, under 5 gigs, it takes like 30 seconds at most to ever load, and it runs great, even on my 5 year old potato of a computer.”
“- mostly bug free, no game breaking bug that couldn't be fixed with a reload during the entire time I played.”
“Very buggy, can't even play it. The camera just spins around for no reason, the game has no sound at all, everything is clunky, and nothing works.”
“Unless you're patient and save often, this buggy mess of an open world RPG isn't for you.”
“The game is absolutely horrendous, buggy, janky, and just downright awful. The screenshots are all fake to make it look better than it actually is.”
- music130 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many players praising its quality, atmosphere, and ability to enhance the gaming experience. The soundtrack is described as catchy, soothing, and fitting for various biomes, often evoking comparisons to well-known titles like Skyrim and World of Warcraft. However, some users noted that the music can become repetitive and occasionally disrupts the gameplay experience, suggesting a desire for more ambient sound effects in certain areas.
“The music is really nice, and each biome has a unique soundtrack.”
“The music is fantastic and is absolutely perfect for an adventure.”
“The music is perfection, it transports you out of this world and into the land of Gedonia, you won't even notice how much time is passing in this reality.”
“The music and sounds are generic, but I expected nothing else.”
“The game's visuals are nice and create an atmospheric world, and the sound design is okay, but I ended up turning off the music to listen to other things.”
“It was a little off though hearing high-end music in what is clearly a simple indie title.”
- replayability116 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability due to its diverse character builds, skill trees, and quest choices, allowing players to experience different gameplay styles and outcomes across multiple playthroughs. While some technical issues and simplistic graphics are noted, the depth of customization and exploration keeps players engaged and eager for more. Overall, it is regarded as a hidden gem with significant replay value, appealing to fans of open-world RPGs.
“The game has a ton of replayability in character builds, so this ensures you get different content too!”
“There's such a rich variety of things to do, and the setup allows for ample replayability.”
“It is fun and engaging with the main storyline and side quests, quest tracking, crafting, skill trees, open character creation, and factions, making this game very replayable with hours of deep RPG fun for a fraction of the price of big box games.”
“There's absolutely no replayability value because the story is short, there's no branching story, and the voice acting is just that terrible.”
“The thing is all these parts feel like great systems and fun if you could ignore the attribute system and use them all together, mixing and matching as you like but ultimately the attribute system is a limiter that forces a level of replayability to the detriment of the game.”
“I would also eventually like to see ways to increase attributes, although there's meant to be some replay value around this 'unique character building,' the game world is so vast and full of quests/content, I doubt I will ever come close to finishing it all and making a new character.”
- grinding98 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players noting that while the world is expansive and filled with content, it can become tedious after completing the main story and side quests. Some players appreciate the freedom to grind at their own pace for crafting and leveling, while others find the endgame grinding for gear and achievements excessively time-consuming and unenjoyable. Overall, the game offers a blend of engaging activities but may require significant grinding, particularly in the later stages.
“Also appreciated that there was no grinding whatsoever needed to get through levels, the pace is just right.”
“The gameplay does feel somewhat like an older MMO like WoW, but not grindy.”
“The world is pretty large with plenty of content, though it does feel a bit grindy after you're done with the Gedonia region and would like to move on to northern realms.”
“There is fun to be had, but once the main story and scripted side quests are completed, the RNG loot grind (which is on a two-hour timer to repeat the fights) is just tedious and gets boring very quickly. Once you have all that top-tier gear, the game doesn't feel like there's anything left but to walk around smacking everything for loot you neither need nor want.”
“The endgame grinding for the epic armor also seems punishingly long as you need 10 'marks' to upgrade to a second tier, then you have to combine 10 of those 25 times in order to get a third tier, with one of the only ways of obtaining them limited by a 2-hour map wipe in order to get a meager amount.”
- optimization90 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many users reporting performance issues, particularly in late-game areas and during intense combat scenarios. While some players have experienced smooth performance after updates, others continue to face significant lag, stuttering, and bugs that detract from the experience. There is a consensus that the game requires further optimization and bug fixes to reach its full potential.
“For a game created by one person, it's got quite a bit of content and is also optimized very well.”
“Gave it a try again after many updates, performance is basically flawless, so I'll give it a very well-deserved recommendation.”
“With just a decent optimization, this can be one of the best titles in its genre and a very cheap one.”
“It has an enormous potential, but the optimization is horrible. I can barely reach 40 fps and it freezes when you move fast on the map, and no, it's not because of my PC.”
“Game is poorly optimized as my GPU reaches far higher temps running this than any of the other games I've played recently, to the point where I'm afraid to run it anything above 1080p (RTX 2080 Super, by the way).”
“As much as I appreciate new content, I think the developers should be focusing on stability and optimization right now, along with a few other issues.”
- humor84 mentions
- 98 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mix of intentional and unintentional comedy, with many players finding the janky mechanics, atrocious voice acting, and absurd quests to be genuinely funny. While some aspects, like the dialogue and animations, are criticized for being poorly executed, they often contribute to the game's charm and comedic value. Overall, the humor is described as a highlight, making the experience enjoyable despite its flaws.
“Also, if you want a can't-miss way to enjoy the game, play as a bard. His guitar attack makes me laugh every time I use it, and the way you switch from battle song to remorse song to happy song really feels like mocking your enemies in the most hilarious way, and it constantly makes me laugh.”
“The voice acting is atrocious, but honestly, it's so funny that it kind of works in the game's favor.”
“There's humor and playfulness in the cut scenes, and even when things are more serious, it doesn't take itself seriously.”
“So hard and not funny”
“So hard and not funny”
- atmosphere26 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally described as positive, enhanced by pleasant music and appealing visuals that create an immersive world. However, some players feel that the sound design lacks depth, with few atmospheric sounds, and that it falls short compared to other RPGs like Risen and Gothic. While the weather effects and certain visual elements are praised, the overall atmosphere is seen as inconsistent, with NPC interactions failing to contribute significantly.
“The soundtrack strongly reminds me of Skyrim and World of Warcraft at times, so that is also a plus because those games have amazing atmosphere because of the music alone.”
“The weather and atmospheric effects look amazing and sound amazing, especially the rain; but not to forget to mention the dusk, dawn, and the starry night sky.”
“Great RPG with such atmospheric music.”
“The game overall is rough; the atmosphere, which the NPCs should be responsible for, is lacking.”
“Visuals and graphics are serviceable, but compared to games like Risen and Gothic, there is no atmosphere to speak of.”
“Visuals and graphics are serviceable, but compared to games like Risen and Gothic, there is no atmosphere to speak of.”
- character development22 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highly praised for its depth and versatility, allowing players to create unique builds with a variety of classes, abilities, and talents. The system encourages experimentation, as players can reset their builds to explore different paths, including melee, magic, and crafting. Overall, the character development is considered top-tier, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly for RPG fans.
“The character development and abilities and talents you get are extremely varied, and it feels awesome to create your own build, which can be reset to try new things.”
“This game has very versatile character development as well as many ways to play it.”
“The world has enough charm, and the pacing and character development are in-depth enough that it is certainly worth a go for a true RPG fan.”
“No universal do all character development but allows you to play a wizard and become a great wizard...”
“The world has enough charm, and the pacing and character development is in depth enough that it is certainly worth a go for a true RPG fan.”
“Character development is very open, various paths for melee, magic, and crafting to mix.”
- emotional12 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described as fun and wholesome, with some heartwarming moments, though the story lacks deep emotional investment. Players appreciate the sense of empowerment from leveling up, but some express a desire for more engaging gameplay elements and the ability to customize builds without replaying the story. Overall, the enjoyment derived from the game outweighs its emotional shortcomings.
“Some were even really heartwarming.”
“Drawbacks are graphics and the story isn't deeply emotionally investing, but despite all that, there is so much fun to be had that it makes it worth it.”
“I rarely felt that leveling up gave me '+1% crit damage' or whatever, and instead, every level and perk point made me feel more and more powerful.”
- monetization6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy relies heavily on microtransactions, which some users feel are necessary for the game's financial viability. However, there is significant criticism regarding the developer's focus on future profits rather than addressing existing bugs, leading to perceptions of a cash grab.
“Without microtransactions, the game is not financially feasible.”
“Now that a sequel game is planned, I strongly stand against wasting time on this. It's still a buggy mess, and the solo developer clearly wants to cash grab for his next game instead of fixing stuff that's been broken since the game launched.”
