Homeland: Lay to Rest

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Homeland: Lay to Rest is a short third person action-adventure game about a monk disciple who fights corrupted guardians with a chakram--a thrown, homing, circular blade--to redeem their overrun childhood home. Journey through the remains of The Disciple's lost underground home and relive painful and joyful memories alike as you fight to purge the source of the corruption. Thrilling Combat: Fi…

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Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Beautiful art style and graphics with engaging colors.
Fun and simple combat mechanics, especially with the chakram weapon.
Short but enjoyable gameplay experience with a nice boss fight.

The game is plagued by bugs that can hinder progress and enjoyment.
Gameplay may be too easy for some players, lacking difficulty options.
Very short length, completing the game in under half an hour.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's graphics are generally well-received, featuring a charming cartoony art style and beautiful environments. However, some players noted performance issues when settings were maximized, indicating that while the visuals are appealing, they may not be optimized for all systems. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's aesthetic, despite some technical limitations.
- “I really like this cartoony graphic style.”
- “Art style was very cool too.”
- “Beautiful art style and environment.”
- “The game comes pre-set with all its graphics notched one under max. I ticked them all up and started, and despite not being a graphical showcase, it played fairly poorly (sub 60).”
- “The game comes pre-set with all its graphics notched one under max. I ticked them all up and started, and despite not being a graphical showcase, it played fairly poorly (sub 60).”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics, but it feels like it moves from location A to B to C without much visual appeal.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with criticisms highlighting unresponsive controls, clunky physics, and poor combat mechanics. However, some players appreciate the fun ranged weapon mechanics and the simple yet engaging gameplay set in a beautiful environment, reminiscent of classic RPG elements. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects, the gameplay experience may not be satisfying for everyone.
- “Fun ranged weapon with a good lock-on mechanic and slow-motion in the air.”
- “Simple mechanics set in a beautiful environment.”
- “It's a nice little 1-board / 1-boss RPG whose gameplay seems to be based entirely on Link's boomerang and hook-shot.”
- “Unresponsive controls, clunky physics, and awful combat mechanics.”
- “If you're interested in this game, I would recommend watching some gameplay videos (if there are any) instead of playing it.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game features a charming and concise narrative that complements its cute platforming gameplay, providing players with a delightful and engaging experience despite its brevity.
- “A nice short story.”
- “A cute, little platformer with a short but sweet story.”
- “The story feels rushed and lacks depth, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, failing to engage me.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional, making it hard to care about their journey.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is generally praised for its pleasant sound and quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The sound and music are absolutely delightful.”
- “The soundtrack enhances the overall experience beautifully.”
- “The music is captivating and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game experiences several minor visual glitches, including issues like holes in the environment, which affect overall stability.
- “There's also plenty of minor visual glitches, like holes in the environment.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”