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Illusion

95%Game Brain Score
story, music
gameplay
95% User Score Based on 83 reviews

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Illusion is a single-player Fantasy Role Playing game where you guide Nawara, a girl transformed into someone unrecognizable, on a journey to find a magic flower and reunite with her magician father. Navigate through pandemonium-filled adventures, battling foes and making friends, while dealing with Nawara's new persona and the guilt that makes her human. Please note, this game contains mature content and is not suitable for all audiences.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews
story22 positive mentions
  • The game features unique and charming artwork, showcasing the developer's passion and creativity.
  • The story is engaging and offers a mix of humor and surreal elements, making it a memorable experience.
  • It's an affordable game that provides a fun and immersive experience, especially for fans of indie and RPGMaker titles.
  • The combat system is simplistic and can become tedious, with some boss battles feeling overly difficult and drawn out.
  • The audio quality is inconsistent, with some music tracks being disharmonic and not enhancing the gameplay experience.
  • The story can be confusing at times, lacking proper buildup and clarity, which may leave players unsatisfied with the ending.
  • story
    57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "i l l u s i o n" is described as bizarre and catchy, with a unique and original narrative that blends humor and surreal elements. However, many players found parts of the plot confusing and lacking proper buildup, leading to mixed feelings about the overall satisfaction of the endings. Despite its flaws, the game's artistic style and character-driven storytelling have garnered appreciation, making it a memorable experience for those who enjoy unconventional narratives.

    • “The story is esoteric in nature and seems to have been intended to be somewhat comical.”
    • “Dark, cynical, beautiful, psychedelic art house independent game with a fantastic story, twisted dreamscapes, and some cheeky puzzles.”
    • “The story was also really good as it goes through the minds of each character and how Nawara struggles with her mind.”
    • “Some parts of the story are confusing with a lack of proper buildup, which doesn't provide satisfaction when I reach the good ending.”
    • “There's a garbage, meandering, pointless story about a young girl living with an adoptive family who goes looking for a flower that grants wishes.”
    • “The story is kind of confusing and hard to follow.”
  • music
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its initial appeal while others find it disharmonic and repetitive, often detracting from the gameplay experience. Many users have noted that the music can be infuriatingly loud and poorly looped, suggesting a need for better transitions and volume control options. Overall, while the music has potential, it may require significant improvements to enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.

    • “I really enjoyed 'i l l u s i o n' and how it expressed itself through its music, art style, and story.”
    • “It instantly captured my attention, and I decided I wanted to help since the music was one that I was interested in.”
    • “[spoiler] Play the last boss battle with its intended music (lol). If you enjoyed games like 'Hello Charlotte' or 'Close Your Eyes/Red Haze', 100% add this game to your library!”
    • “Occasional disharmonic, poor transition between different music, and I feel it's there to fill the silence rather than emphasize the story.”
    • “I'd recommend replacing all these short, disharmonic loops with moody, dark music or even surreal/scary ambient sounds.”
    • “There's a boss battle with cards in the background, and the music hurt my ears while the screen was shaking. I didn't like it, then the battle would be normal again.”
  • humor
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Illusion" is widely praised for its blend of juvenile, absurd, and sometimes vulgar elements, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. Reviewers appreciate the game's unique dialogue and quirky characters, noting that its charm and comedic delivery contribute significantly to the overall experience. While some jokes may fall flat, the game's distinctive humor and engaging story make it a standout in the RPG genre.

    • “This was the most hilarious game I ever played.”
    • “It's a healthy balance of vulgar humor and heartstring tugging that made the whole thing just surreally perfect.”
    • “Sometimes the jokes make me groan, but more often they make me burst out laughing at the absurdity and clever deliveries.”
  • graphics
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising its unique and beautiful art style, as well as its original character designs. However, some users criticized the limitations of the RPG Maker engine, noting issues with fullscreen display and lack of HD support, which detracts from the experience for modern gamers. Overall, while the aesthetic appeals to fans of the genre, technical shortcomings may hinder enjoyment for others.

    • “Really beautiful and original graphics, beautiful and unusual characters.”
    • “This game story is so funny and it has a unique graphics style.”
    • “I like this game very much, the art style is amazing, the dialogue is interesting and funny, and the characters have a nice fashion.”
    • “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
    • “(I'm talking about the in-game graphics, that is. The drawn pictures are probably fine if you're into this Asian style. I'm not, but I won't judge that.)”
    • “Same as for the graphics.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a lack of progression, leading to a quick sense of dullness for some players, prompting them to use cheats for enhancement. However, the game stands out due to its engaging story and humor, despite being somewhat rough around the edges. Overall, it offers a unique experience without the typical grinding mechanics found in many indie RPGs, making it a low-cost option worth trying.

    • “Came here for the goth gf, but stayed for the catchy story, unusual gameplay experience, and 'specific' humor (and for the goth gf, of course).”
    • “No grinding or other dumb mechanics that you often see in indie RPGs.”
    • “If you still plan to buy this game, I strongly recommend you to check other reviews and the gameplay on YouTube (or other platforms).”
    • “There's little gameplay progression, so it becomes dull very quickly that I decided to use cheat engine to modify my HP and use auto mode.”
    • “If you still plan to buy this game, I strongly recommend you check other reviews and the gameplay on YouTube (or other platforms).”
    • “The game is a bit rough and not that well polished, and that is noticeable, but it has never frustrated me or really affected the gameplay at all.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate that the game avoids grinding and other tedious mechanics commonly found in indie RPGs, enhancing the overall experience.

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