Grimoire Chronicles
- April 20, 2017
- Warfare Studios
Get on Steam"Grimoire Chronicles: Soldiers' Souls" is a tactical RPG set in a fantasy world inspired by European history. Assemble a team of soldiers and mages, and lead them in turn-based battles against supernatural foes. The game features a rich story, character development, and strategic combat that emphasizes positioning and resource management.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an engaging story with emotional depth and interesting character dynamics.
- It offers a nostalgic old-school RPG experience, appealing to fans of the genre.
- Players can enjoy the game at their own pace, making it a relaxing option for casual gaming.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with combat often being too easy and unchallenging.
- There are significant issues with dialogue and writing quality, including poor translation and grammar mistakes.
- The absence of a quest log makes it difficult to keep track of objectives, requiring players to take notes manually.
- story48 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story is a central highlight of the game, featuring an engaging narrative with a German-country theme that many players found captivating and wanted to explore further. However, the lack of a quest log and the need for manual note-taking can detract from the experience, making it challenging to keep track of important side quests and details. Despite some repetitive gameplay and initial frustrations, the overall storyline is well-received, with players appreciating its depth and moral lessons.
“Nice engaging story that I didn't want to end, and when it did, I wanted more.”
“The best part of the game was the story, which was handled pretty well.”
“This is a wonderful RPG Maker game with a fantastic storyline.”
“The low difficulty undermines the way your party keeps changing for story reasons.”
“As noted by other reviewers, there's no quest logs and you can't always replay the quest giver information, so be prepared to take notes.”
“However, the fact that this game does not automatically track quests may be a big turn-off for many gamers except the truly old school hardcore.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered average, with some new elements introduced alongside a German-country theme, but many assets appear reused from previous titles in the series. While the battle graphics are criticized for being poor, the overall aesthetic remains consistent with the "old school" style, though typographical errors detract from the presentation.
“The graphics feature some new designs that complement the all-new story with a German-country theme.”
“The graphics maintain an 'old school' charm, which may appeal to fans of the series.”
“While the graphics are average quality, they still capture the essence of the game's nostalgic feel.”
“These games are 'old school' and not much to it; the graphics are re-used.”
“The battle graphics are poor, but once you obtain the paralyze spell, there is not a single boss you can't dispatch quickly, even the final boss at the end.”
“On the surface, the graphics are average quality, and there are some typographical errors in the text.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as standard, with familiar mechanics, but is elevated by an engaging story that features a diverse team from various factions, creating an epic feel.
“The gameplay feels epic as you are playing a team that comprises individuals from multiple key factions in the game world.”
“The gameplay is pretty standard fare.”
“While the mechanics are pretty standard, the story is a more interesting tale.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, providing a relaxing and enjoyable backdrop that enhances the overall experience. While some players noted that the music hasn't changed much from previous installments, it still contributes positively to the game's atmosphere. Overall, it seems to be a highlight for many, even amidst mixed feelings about other aspects of the game.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music was nice to listen to.”
“The game features a German-country theme, and while many aspects have not changed much, the music remains a highlight.”
“Pros: Some new graphics and an all-new story with a German-country theme, but the music and many other aspects have not changed much, which is not uncommon for the series.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's profound emotional depth, highlighting the intricate relationships between different groups and the complexity of their interactions. The emotional experience is noted as a significant strength, adding layers to the narrative that challenge initial perceptions.
“However, what I love about this game is the deep emotional interplay between the various groups, as things are not what they seem on the surface.”
“What I like is the emotional experience that the game brings.”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's achievements are well-designed and free of bugs, allowing players to unlock all of them in a single playthrough without encountering stability issues.
“The achievements are well made and not buggy, allowing you to complete them all in a single playthrough.”
