IfSunSets

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IfSunSets is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by POLYMORPH and was released on November 4, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

IfSunSets is an open-world survival adventure RPG set on the mysterious island of Luminora, brimming with pirate lore and legends of a Kraken. By day, explore the vast, beautiful land to collect resources, hunt, farm, fish, craft weapons, build fortifications, and improve your skills for battles against cursed monsters and powerful bosses from forgotten times. Once the sun sets, the island is sh…

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gameplay30 positive mentions

grinding36 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a mix of survival, crafting, and tower defense mechanics that keeps players on their toes.
Beautifully crafted environments and a large map filled with secrets and treasures to discover.
Active developer support with regular updates and responsiveness to community feedback.

Frequent crashes and bugs, particularly related to saving progress and multiplayer functionality.
Combat mechanics can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating experiences during fights.
Some players report issues with inventory management and item retrieval, leading to loss of progress.

gameplay
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the fun mechanics, engaging day-night cycle, and solid crafting systems, while others criticize clunky movement and combat, as well as some underdeveloped features. The game offers a satisfying blend of exploration, building, and survival elements, though some mechanics feel rough or incomplete. Overall, players find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, despite acknowledging areas that need improvement.
- “The game doesn't hold your hand but it gives just enough of a tutorial to help you understand the mechanics when you're just starting off.”
- “Very addictive fun gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop is really fun, and the building mechanics and skill tree are engaging.”
- “Seems like they focused on the world more than the actual gameplay.”
- “Janky gameplay all-around, the movement is trash, that grapple hook is trash, combat is bland.”
- “Most of them have been clunky, light on content, and frankly, subpar games with underwhelming gameplay loops.”
story
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as intriguing and well-written, featuring a mysterious island with a mix of themes including pirates and fairies, but it suffers from bugs and incomplete quests that hinder progression. While many players appreciate the variety of quests and the lore scattered throughout the world, they also note that the tutorial and quest lines could be better integrated. Overall, the narrative has potential but requires further development and polish to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “This game is great because of the unique story and gameplay.”
- “The lore is beautifully written and it is fun to collect the scraps from throughout the world to get little pieces of the story.”
- “There is a rich story line, large map to explore, base building, large collection of critters and baddies, fast travel options, huge skill web, and fairly straightforward gameplay, and the developers are responsive on their discord.”
- “Game is unplayable... quests cannot be completed.”
- “It needs a lot of work, tweaks and obviously the continuation of the story.”
- “Story and dialogues are a bit off, maybe lost in translation.”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as "good" or "gorgeous" when optimized, particularly highlighting the use of Unreal Engine 5. However, many users also point out issues with optimization, graphical bugs, and a lack of polish, suggesting that while the foundation is solid, improvements are needed for a more immersive experience. Character customization and art style are frequently criticized, with some players expressing a preference for simpler designs over the current aesthetic.
- “The unreal engine 5 visuals are really good, and the passive leveling and skill tree make every action and every level gained feel truly rewarding.”
- “Interesting storyline, beautiful graphics, very challenging.”
- “The graphics look really gorgeous (if you have a beefy PC) and it makes a lot of fun to explore this big island!”
- “This game is poorly done, the graphics are junky and the gameplay sucks.”
- “The graphics feel dated despite being built on Unreal Engine 5.3.”
- “The graphics were fuzzy as they fluttered a lot and it would crash all the time.”
grinding
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
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The reviews highlight a mixed experience with grinding in the game. While many players appreciate the depth and variety in crafting, farming, and exploration, some find certain aspects, like farming and inventory management, to become tedious over time. Overall, the game offers engaging mechanics that can initially feel rewarding, but repetitive tasks and balance issues may lead to frustration for some players.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Balance isn't there... farming becomes tedious very quickly for the most basic stuff.”
- “This was fun for the first 30+ hours but after a while it really becomes tedious and repetitious.”
- “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.”
stability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, especially as they progress towards the end game. While some players find the game enjoyable and express hope for future improvements, many recommend waiting until these issues are resolved, citing problems like inventory loss and audio glitches. Overall, the game is considered to be in a buggy state, typical of early access titles, with varying experiences in single-player and multiplayer modes.
- “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 is not hard enough for you, you can crank it up to make it more challenging. Exploration, gathering resources, and much more make it a really enjoyable experience.”
- “Too many bugs and glitches in the game; it runs very poorly.”
- “Save your money, the game is a bug-ridden pile of crap.”
- “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.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many players reporting performance issues such as stuttering, frame drops, and memory leaks, particularly during intense gameplay moments. While some users experienced solid performance on high-end systems, others noted that the game is poorly optimized even on decent hardware, indicating a need for further polishing and balancing. Despite these challenges, many players still find the game enjoyable and believe it has potential with additional support and updates.
- “We had zero crashes, game-breaking bugs, or performance issues, and at all times knew what we had to do next.”
- “Performance - surprisingly solid.”
- “I played the single-player mode, and I think the game is quite well-optimized for my PC specs (RTX 2070).”
- “Currently needs polishing, balancing, and optimization, but the game features and content are there.”
- “If only it was running well... it is very poorly optimized even on high-end hardware.”
- “There are memory leaks, particularly noticeable when harvesting, where the game starts stuttering hard, solved only by restarting the game.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it enchanting and immersive, enhancing the overall experience, others feel it lacks variation and can become tedious over time. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its quality, but opinions vary on its fit within the game.
- “The music is also pretty good - I usually turn off in-game music immediately, but this music never became annoying.”
- “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.”
- “The single background musical score just doesn't feel like it fits the game, and the lack of variation makes it grow tedious.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is perceived as exploitative, with players feeling it relies heavily on cash grabs and broken promises, leading to frustration over the need to use external platforms for additional content.
- “It seems like a cash grab.”
- “This game is broken promises, cash grabs, and weird reasons to use other platforms.”
- “YouTube ads do that enough already.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 with every detail meticulously crafted.”
- “From the haunting soundscapes to the breathtaking visuals, the atmosphere envelops you and enhances the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing moments, such as the comedic spectacle of hordes transforming into fireworks. However, it's noted that humor can vary significantly across different cultures, which may affect individual experiences.
- “Watching the horde turn to fireworks is hilarious.”
- “Keep in mind that humor varies greatly across different cultures.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight that the game offers a deeply emotional experience, immersing them in a beautifully crafted world where every choice carries significant weight and impact on the narrative.
- “From the moment you step into its beautifully crafted world, you're drawn into an emotional journey where every choice feels meaningful and impactful.”