IfSunSets
- November 4, 2024
- POLYMORPH
- 13h median play time
Get on Steam"IfSunSets is a Role Playing game that can be played in single-player, multi-player, or co-op mode for 2 players. The synopsis: shipwrecked on the mysterious island of Luminora, you must uncover ancient secrets, harness the power of light and dark, and fend off nighttime horrors to escape. Daytime exploration reveals the island’s past and clues to your freedom."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of survival, crafting, and RPG elements, making it engaging and fun to play.
- Despite being in early access, the game is surprisingly polished with a lot of content and a responsive developer team actively working on improvements.
- The day-night cycle and horde mechanics create a thrilling gameplay experience, keeping players on their toes and encouraging strategic base building.
- The game suffers from various bugs and stability issues, including crashes and save problems that can lead to lost progress.
- Multiplayer functionality is currently limited to two players, which restricts the experience for those looking to play with larger groups.
- Some mechanics, such as combat and inventory management, feel clunky and could benefit from further refinement and quality of life improvements.
- gameplay29 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, blending survival, crafting, and combat in a way that feels accessible rather than overwhelming. Players appreciate the well-designed crafting system, strategic base-building, and the exciting horde mechanics, although some find certain aspects, like building and garbage collection, to be clunky or problematic. Overall, the game offers a fun and rewarding experience, with a promising foundation for future development.
“It’s the first survival/crafting game that doesn’t feel overwhelming and time-consuming, but it still offers the typical mechanics of the genre.”
“The crafting system is well-designed, offering a lot of fun, and the monster-hunting mechanics feel solid.”
“The gameplay loop is really fun, and the building mechanics and skill tree are engaging.”
“Clunky building mechanics with fiddly snap spots.”
“Honestly, those mechanics don't add meaningful survival gameplay; they feel like chores.”
“Additionally, the garbage collection (gc) locks the game for 5–10 seconds periodically, which seems to result from rapidly creating and destroying objects during gameplay ticks—a bad practice.”
- story18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its captivating blend of themes, including a mysterious island, pirate elements, and a variety of enemies, which keeps players engaged. While some dialogue and quest acceptance issues have been noted, overall, the narrative is considered rich and intriguing, complemented by a large open world to explore. However, there are concerns about translation errors and quest item management that can detract from the experience.
“If Sunsets is a masterpiece that effortlessly blends captivating storytelling with stunning visuals and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
“Combine this with the polished mechanics, and you have a game that isn't just a joy to play but also a story to cherish.”
“The story has a mysterious island, a pirate theme, fairies (Peter Pan vibes), zombies, but also a big mix of other types of enemies.”
“I finished the fishing quests and the farming quests and the important items that I've received are gone and I can't do the quests again.”
“Story and dialogues are a bit off, maybe lost in translation.”
“The story has a mysterious island, a pirate theme, fairies (Peter Pan vibes), zombies but also a big mix of other types of enemies.”
- stability9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 78 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players find it mostly bug-free in single-player mode, there are notable issues such as game-breaking save problems and occasional micro-freezes during longer sessions. Despite these bugs, players express optimism for future improvements and appreciate the game's potential. Overall, the early release status contributes to a somewhat unstable experience, leading to frustration for some users.
“The game is mostly bug-free in singleplayer.”
“The game runs great, with lots of farming monsters and waves during the night. If the game isn't hard enough for you, you can crank up the difficulty to make it more challenging. Exploration, gathering resources, and much more make it a really enjoyable experience.”
“Very buggy with some game-breaking save issues.”
“There are known issues, like bugs, glitches, and problems with saving progress, which can be frustrating—like when I lost around 30 minutes of progress due to a save issue.”
“On longer play sessions (> 1 hour), there are some micro freezes on attacks, which are annoying.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in "if sunsets" are a mixed bag; while some players praise the stunning visuals and dynamic environments, others note that they feel dated and suffer from performance issues, including crashes and fuzziness. Despite being built on Unreal Engine 5.3, the graphics may require optimization for a smoother experience, particularly on less powerful PCs. Overall, the visuals are captivating but inconsistent, with some users rating them as high as 9/10.
“The visuals are nothing short of mesmerizing with vivid sunsets and dynamic environments that evolve as you progress.”
“The graphics look really gorgeous (if you have a beefy PC) and it makes a lot of fun to explore this big island!”
“If 'Sunsets' is a masterpiece that effortlessly blends captivating storytelling with stunning visuals and engaging gameplay mechanics.”
“The graphics feel dated despite being built on Unreal Engine 5.3, and there are still performance issues.”
“Graphics need a bit of a polish.”
“The graphics were fuzzy as they fluttered a lot and it would crash all the time.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it offers plenty of opportunities for resource gathering, base building, and combat challenges, it can become tedious, especially with issues like unreliable saves and frustrating combat mechanics. Many enjoy the depth of activities available but express frustration over lost progress and the repetitive nature of certain tasks, indicating a need for improvements in game mechanics and save functionality.
“Night-time hordes can get tedious after a while.”
“Good game, but I have to keep grinding. The saves on multiplayer are rubbish; I keep losing my levels and all the grinding we've done. Combat is a bit hit and miss, with arrows often going through NPCs. They need to start fixing the issues before it ends up a dead game, which I hope it doesn't.”
“I spent 4 hours grinding to get better gear, and I didn't manually save the game, so all my progress went down the drain.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it runs smoothly on higher-end PCs and offers decent visuals, players report performance issues, particularly during specific gameplay moments. The use of certain coding practices, like overusing getallactorsofclass and heavy reliance on traces, contributes to noticeable slowdowns, and the graphics, despite being built on Unreal Engine 5.3, feel somewhat dated.
“Other than that, it runs smoothly and it's a nice-looking game visually (mostly).”
“I played the single-player mode, and I think the game is quite well-optimized for my PC specs (RTX 2070).”
“The graphics feel dated despite being built on Unreal Engine 5.3, and there are still performance issues.”
“The overuse of GetAllActorsOfClass impacts performance, and the heavy reliance on traces for various systems causes noticeable slowdowns.”
“Forcing low mipmaps to load first is also problematic—it fragments video RAM and creates unnecessary performance issues.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its enchanting soundtrack, which effectively sets the tone and enhances immersion, complementing the visually stunning graphics and overall sound design.
“The soundtrack is equally enchanting, setting the tone perfectly and deepening the immersion.”
“The game is visually stunning, with excellent music, effects, and sound design that create an immersive atmosphere.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with monetization, particularly highlighting the prevalence of YouTube ads, suggesting that the current model is overly saturated and intrusive.
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive and intrusive.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls.”
“The constant push for in-game purchases ruins the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight that the game offers a deeply emotional experience, immersing them in a beautifully crafted world where every choice significantly influences the narrative, enhancing the overall impact of the journey.
“From the moment you step into its beautifully crafted world, you're drawn into an emotional journey where every choice feels meaningful and impactful.”
“The characters are so well-developed that their struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, making you feel every high and low.”
“The narrative weaves a tapestry of emotions that linger long after the game is over, leaving you reflecting on your own experiences.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight that the game's humor is culturally nuanced, with varying effectiveness depending on the player's background. While some players find the jokes and comedic elements relatable and entertaining, others may not resonate with the humor due to cultural differences. Overall, the humor adds a unique flavor to the game, but its appeal may be subjective.
“The humor in this game is brilliantly absurd, making even the most mundane tasks feel hilarious.”
“I love how the dialogue is packed with witty one-liners that catch you off guard and keep you laughing.”
“The quirky characters and their ridiculous antics had me in stitches throughout the entire playthrough.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning visuals, complemented by excellent music and sound design, which together create a deeply immersive experience for players.
“The game is visually stunning, with excellent music, effects, and sound design that create an immersive atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly rich, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel alive.”
“From the haunting soundscapes to the beautifully crafted environments, the atmosphere keeps you engaged and on edge.”
