Heroes of Arca
- February 16, 2017
- IMPIRESOFT
Get on SteamHeroes of Arca is a unique blend of a turn-based strategy and RPG with an unorthodox combat system that presents a wide choice of battle tactics for the turn-based games' fans.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style, making it visually appealing.
- It offers a unique battle system that combines strategy with RPG elements, allowing for varied gameplay.
- The game is well-optimized, runs smoothly on various systems, and is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience.
- The combat system heavily relies on luck, which can lead to frustrating experiences and a lack of control over outcomes.
- There is a significant grind required to progress, especially if players allocate skill points incorrectly, making the game feel repetitive.
- The story is thin and forgettable, with little exploration, reducing the overall engagement for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay features unique mechanics that can be enjoyable once mastered, with options like battle speed enhancing the experience. However, many players feel that the game suffers from poor balance, excessive reliance on RNG, and a lack of strategic depth, leading to a bland and generic feel reminiscent of mobile games. While it may appeal to both casual players and those seeking a challenge in turn-based strategy, the overall execution leaves much to be desired.
“The mechanics were unique and fun once I got the hang of them, and my enjoyment only increased once I realized there was a setting for battle speed.”
“This game will probably appeal to players who enjoy challenging turn-based strategy RPGs, and also casual players who are looking for a quick fix of strategy without dwelling too much into the mechanics.”
“Simple game mechanic but that allows for strategy.”
“Elements need to be better balanced and structured, RNG needs to be less emphasized, combat options need to be expanded, deck-building needs to be further developed, tactical depth needs to be made more complex, pacing needs to be improved, and underlying mechanics need to be both more visible and intuitive. That's just the things off the top of my head.”
“Despite the game page's claims, this game appears to feature absolutely no strategic gameplay elements of note.”
“The gameplay is where the feeling of emptiness for me feels strongest.”
- story16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it forgettable and lacking depth, often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics. While some appreciate the initial narrative and artistic presentation, others describe it as generic and unengaging, leading to a focus on battles rather than storytelling. A few players do highlight a touching fairy tale aspect, suggesting that the story has potential but is not the main focus of the game.
“The game starts off with a good story and background narration.”
“It is beautifully drawn, the game is optimized well, has a unique battle system, good concept and story.”
“A touching, fairy tale story about the adventures of a young girl.”
“I have no idea what the story was about -- anything mentioned in the intro lasted in my memory for about 2 minutes and then the game became all about the battles.”
“I think there was a story, but it's so thin that I don't remember what it was, and there is no exploration.”
“The story was boring enough that I was skipping lines before the intro cutscene was over.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful artwork, charming animations, and decent 3D models, particularly for a free title. However, some users note that the graphics can appear dull when scaled up, losing fidelity compared to their initial presentation. Overall, the visuals are considered well-suited to the game's style, contributing to its charm despite some minor drawbacks.
“Beautiful artwork, models, and backgrounds.”
“This game is really quite charming - cute, colorful graphics, nice animations - but also fairly challenging.”
“Nice graphics, adapted to the kind of game.”
“The graphics are also a bit dull; they look quite nice in the preview on Steam, but scaled up they lose fidelity. This is unfortunate because the hand-drawn sequences are very nice.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious and repetitive, often requiring significant time investment to level up and progress. The necessity to repeatedly battle a "mirror" version of oneself after losses adds to the monotony, making the experience feel overly grindy and frustrating, especially for those who make skill mistakes. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment of the game.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“Not to mention that every time you lose, you have to battle a 'mirror' version of yourself—another tedious battle that takes around five minutes, but one you are at least guaranteed to win.”
“If you skilled 'wrong,' you are stuck grinding experience to make up for that mistake, making the game very repetitive because you'll end up losing most fights and always have to fight a copy of yourself.”
“Extremely grindy; players will have to keep grinding just to reach a sufficient level to beat the next stage.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as fitting and appropriate for the gameplay, with an upbeat tone during battles. However, some reviewers feel it lacks originality and stands out as bland and generic, reminiscent of mobile game soundtracks. Overall, while the music is deemed acceptable, it does not leave a lasting impression.
“The music really fits in with the gameplay.”
“The music fits the genre well, upbeat during battles.”
“The sound, story, and music are all 'fine'; it's 'okay' and very evident they did not want to stand out or offend anyone with the game. It feels like a mobile game because it's so bland and generic, but all of that is fine, a mere nitpick.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game exhibits strong stability, with no glitches encountered during gameplay.
“The game runs smoothly without any glitches.”
“I appreciate the stability; it never crashes or freezes.”
“The performance is consistent, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a touching fairy tale narrative that follows the adventures of a young girl, evoking strong emotional connections and resonating with players through its heartfelt storytelling.
“A touching fairy tale story about the adventures of a young girl.”
