Illusion
- May 9, 2018
- LunaRolexLer
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Get on itch.io StoreIllusion 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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and original story that is both surreal and engaging, with a good balance of humor and emotional depth.
- The art style is charming and visually interesting, showcasing the developer's passion and creativity.
- The puzzles are generally well-designed, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
- The combat system is simplistic and can become tedious, with some boss battles feeling unnecessarily drawn out and frustrating.
- The music is often disharmonic and can detract from the overall experience, with some players finding it hard to listen to.
- The story can be confusing at times, lacking proper build-up and clarity, which may leave players unsatisfied with the ending.
- story29 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The story of "i l l u s i o n" is described as bizarre, catchy, and unique, with a mix of humor and surreal elements that contribute to its charm. While some players found it confusing and lacking proper buildup, others appreciated its originality and the way it intertwined with the game's art and music. Overall, the narrative received mixed reviews, with some enjoying its quirky nature and others feeling it meandered without clear direction.
“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.”
- music17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its initial appeal and connection to the game's atmosphere, while others criticize it for being disharmonic, repetitive, and at times overwhelming. Many users express a desire for options to adjust or mute the music, suggesting that it often detracts from the gameplay experience rather than enhancing it. Overall, while the music shows potential, it may require further refinement to better align with the game's narrative and pacing.
“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) [/spoiler] If you enjoyed games like 'Hello Charlotte' or 'Close Your Eyes/Red Haze', 100% add this game to your library!”
“Occasional disharmonic, poor transitions 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.”
“It'd be better if the noticeable gaps between the music's looping could be fixed, but I'd settle for a simple music volume option.”
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game "Illusion" is widely praised for its unique blend of absurdity, vulgarity, and charm, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. While some describe the humor as juvenile or crude, many appreciate its clever delivery and the way it enhances the overall experience. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal, making 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.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
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 overall experience for modern gamers. Overall, while the aesthetic appeals to some, others find it reminiscent of other indie titles, leading to varied opinions on its visual execution.
“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.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as lacking progression, leading to a quick sense of dullness, prompting some players to resort to cheats. However, the game offers a unique RPG experience with a standout story and humor, despite being somewhat rough around the edges. Players appreciate the absence of typical grinding mechanics, making it an appealing option for those looking for a low-cost indie RPG.
“Came here for the goth girlfriend, but stayed for the catchy story, unusual gameplay experience, and specific humor (and for the goth girlfriend, of course).”
“No grinding or other dumb mechanics that you often see in indie RPGs.”
“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 to 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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the absence of grinding and other tedious mechanics commonly found in indie RPGs, highlighting a more streamlined and enjoyable gameplay experience.
