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Heralds of the Avirentes is a visual novel, which brings you into the “Crystal punk” fantasy setting, where the world of Nanraas in which the dragon race lives. The game combines a visual novel, role-playing game elements, social simulator, a turn-based combat system.

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Play Modes

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

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Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

story16 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features a well-written plot with charming characters, allowing players to become deeply attached to the world and its inhabitants.
It successfully combines visual novel and RPG elements, offering multiple classes with unique storylines and a plethora of choices that impact gameplay.
The artwork is beautifully hand-drawn, and the Ukrainian voice acting adds depth and emotion to the characters, enhancing the overall experience.

Some players found the battle mechanics to be unbalanced, with certain classes feeling either too easy or too difficult depending on choices made.
The sound design can occasionally drown out the voice acting, which detracts from the immersive experience.
There are some technical issues and interface quirks that can confuse players, such as unclear points of interest and occasional glitches.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its depth and maturity, featuring a well-crafted narrative that allows players to make significant moral choices that shape their unique experiences. With three distinct classes, each offering unique plots and quests, the game encourages exploration of different storylines and character interactions. The prologue and first chapter effectively set the stage for an engaging adventure, leaving players eager for future developments.
- “The story is also very well thought out, written, and it is mature, not just a simple tale.”
- “The choices here create a huge web, and I am amazed that this is only the first chapter of the game; I can't wait to see how much more will be in future chapters.”
- “The story is very in-depth, with a world full of choices that will shape your adventure, friends to meet, romances to pursue, and enemies to fight.”
- “I'm sorry that I described this game so crumpled and superficially; I just don't want to spoil it, because each of you will have your own story, and it's simply impossible to spoil exactly how your story will go.”
- “It sounds simple, but the beginning of the journey is almost 60% of the story's success. If people aren't interested in what's next, no matter how many cliffhangers you have in later chapters, no one ever knows it.”
- “Battles in the game are more like 'random encounters' that could lead to story changes, and in cities, we may buy potions and items or learn new stuff in the lunarium.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, drawing comparisons to classic '90s titles like Final Fantasy, Starcraft, and Zelda. Reviewers appreciate how well the soundtrack complements gameplay and character interactions, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience. Additionally, the ability to adjust audio settings allows players to tailor their experience, further highlighting the developers' attention to player feedback.
- “Music themes are great and they all help to feel the moment in the game.”
- “Together with voiceovers, music makes up 90% of the atmosphere and enhances the experience.”
- “But to be honest, this game is a bit more than it may look; I could even say that for me it was a hidden gem because it has a great atmosphere, gorgeous music, intriguing story, and it feels solid and fun.”
- “Together with voiceovers, music makes up 90% of the atmosphere and saves the picture.”
- “The soundtrack for this game is so well done.”
- “If you do keep on the vocal track, you can adjust the levels under audio settings along with the background music and ambient noise settings.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
25%
8%
The game's graphics are characterized by a unique and charming hand-drawn art style, showcasing a significant amount of professional artwork and effort. While some may find the art atypical, it is praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, demonstrating the potential of the Ren'Py engine to deliver visually captivating narratives with meaningful choices and consequences.
- “A great game with very interesting visuals.”
- “A lot of hand-drawn work went into creating the artwork, making it very charming and beautiful.”
- “What strikes me most about this game, in addition to the beautiful artwork, history, and music, is that the author squeezed almost all the power out of the Ren'Py engine and managed to create not just a novel, but with plot choices, action, and freedom of action with further consequences. I never thought that something like this could be created on the novel engine; this is amazing and it is definitely a giant new step in the development of this engine, and proof that dream games can be created on anything and in any way.”
- “I know some people might brush this game off because of the atypical art style.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
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The gameplay is generally engaging and immersive, allowing players to connect with the main characters. However, while the mechanics are visually appealing and typical for the genre, they suffer from balance issues and inconsistencies across class stories, alongside occasional interface and technical problems. Players appreciate the opportunity to explore different classes and their unique battle mechanics, but some aspects of the gameplay could benefit from further refinement.
- “Overall, the gameplay is engaging and immersive, and you quickly grow attached to the main characters.”
- “I enjoyed playing different classes to find additional story evidence and explore various battle mechanics and decisions.”
- “Mechanics look cool, but after completing the campaign with two classes (defender and scientist), I feel that this system is not yet fully balanced.”
- “To be objective - this game has problems with mechanics, not all class stories are as interesting as others, and sometimes the interface is weird and you may experience some technical issues.”
- “Mechanics in the game are quite typical for the genre.”
- “I enjoyed playing games per different classes to find additional story evidence and checking different battle mechanics and decisions.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with music and voiceovers contributing significantly to its immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the enchanting soundscapes, captivating story, and visually appealing effects, describing it as a hidden gem that feels both solid and enjoyable.
- “But to be honest, this game is a bit more than it may look; I could even say that for me it was a hidden gem because it has a great atmosphere, gorgeous music, intriguing story, and it feels solid and fun.”
- “Atmospheric effects are animated into the frames (magical particles, dust, special effects).”
- “Together with voiceovers, music makes up 90% of the atmosphere and enhances the visuals.”
- “Together with voiceovers, the music makes up 90% of the atmosphere and saves the visuals.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game features discreet advertising, allowing players to engage with promotional content without it being intrusive, particularly through platforms like Twitch.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report a high level of stability, with no crashes or glitches experienced during gameplay.