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Insurgence - Chains of Renegade is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Platomenti and was released on November 9, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

story34 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Compelling story with themes of rebellion and self-discovery, featuring well-developed characters, especially the strong female protagonist, Rissa.
Charming HD-2D visuals and a captivating soundtrack that evoke nostalgia for classic JRPGs, enhancing the overall experience.
Budget-friendly price offering excellent value, making it accessible for fans of the genre looking for a nostalgic RPG experience.

Uneven pacing with lengthy visual novel segments that disrupt gameplay flow, leading to a feeling of disconnection.
Short playtime that may leave players wanting more, as the main story can be completed relatively quickly.
Limited exploration opportunities and a somewhat linear world, with few side quests or diverse enemy encounters.

story
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
58%
3%
The story of "Insurgence - Chains of Renegade" is engaging and filled with themes of rebellion, self-discovery, and political intrigue, featuring a strong protagonist, Rissa, who experiences significant character growth. While the narrative is complemented by a captivating soundtrack and visual novel elements, it suffers from uneven pacing due to lengthy segments that disrupt gameplay flow, and some players find the world too linear with limited exploration opportunities. Overall, the story is well-received for its charm and depth, despite some issues with translation and character romances.
- “Compelling story: a tale of rebellion and self-discovery filled with political intrigue and surprising twists.”
- “After playing Insurgence - Chains of Renegade, I can say that it was worth it. The game kept me engaged with its story and intriguing characters, the scenarios were well built, and along with the fantastic soundtrack, I felt comfortable following the adventure of Rissa.”
- “The story touches upon elements of friendship, war, and rebellion, resulting in a holistic experience overall.”
- “Uneven pacing: the story sometimes gets bogged down in lengthy visual novel segments, disrupting the flow of the gameplay.”
- “The English translation is terrible; there's no other way to put it. The English is very basic and immersion-breaking, but at least the story is understandable. However, even then, it's riddled with typos.”
- “While the story was charming enough, the romances leave a lot to be desired; not a single one of them feels natural at all.”
music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
45%
7%
The music in the game is widely praised for its emotional depth and nostalgic charm, featuring a blend of orchestral and electronic tracks that enhance both the storytelling and gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as one of the game's strongest aspects, noting its catchiness and appropriateness for various scenes, particularly in pivotal moments. Overall, the well-placed background music and licensed tracks contribute significantly to the game's vibrant atmosphere and immersive storytelling.
- “The soundtrack complements the visuals perfectly, with a mix of orchestral and electronic tracks that enhance the emotional impact of the story and battles.”
- “The music is great too, giving the game background music appropriate for each scene, and the opening and endings in particular struck me.”
- “The songs and sounds of the game are very well placed and enjoyable, which is not seen in any game of this type.”
- “And the music?”
- “The songs and sounds of the game are very well placed and enjoyable, which is not seen in any game of the type.”
- “Sometimes, the music and sounds fit the scene so well that it seems natural to hear that in that environment.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
37%
8%
The game features charming HD-2D graphics that evoke nostalgia for classic JRPGs, with beautifully detailed character sprites and expressive animations. The art style is complemented by a moving soundtrack, enhancing the emotional experience throughout the game. Overall, the visuals are well-crafted, providing immersive environments and impressive artwork that contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The HD-2D graphics are beautifully detailed, and the character sprites are expressive and well-animated.”
- “The artwork is amazing, both the character design, the monster design, and the backgrounds.”
- “The game presents a well-constructed graphics part, so the player feels inside the environments as they go from caves to the interior of buildings.”
- “The game presents a well-constructed graphics part, so the player feels inside the environments as he goes from caves to the interior of buildings.”
- “The art style and map building in general are very well done and they provide you with some nice visuals throughout the game whether it be character design or just a scene between major points in the game.”
- “It also does well in terms of graphics, the 2D graphics are fully HD with well-designed characters and environments.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
53%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by a traditional turn-based RPG style, offering players a range of difficulty options and a wealth of customization through various weapons and items. While the game features enjoyable mechanics and a compelling story, some players note that lengthy visual novel segments can disrupt the pacing. Overall, it provides a fun experience with over 10 hours of engaging content.
- “The gameplay is enjoyable and there is still a lot of freedom to go and do what you would like to do in the game.”
- “There are a lot of weapons, armors, and consumables available in the game, opening a lot of possibilities to customize your own gameplay and combat style.”
- “Insurgence - Chains of Renegade is a pretty fun game with 10+ hours of gameplay.”
- “Uneven pacing: the story sometimes gets bogged down in lengthy visual novel segments, disrupting the flow of the gameplay.”
- “Because this game focuses more on the story than on gameplay, the developer has provided players with four difficulty options: casual, easy, normal, and hard mode.”
- “The gameplay style is a typical turn-based RPG.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of "Insurgence - Chains of Renegade" is highlighted by its heartfelt narrative that explores mature themes such as political corruption and personal struggles, alongside moments of friendship and camaraderie. The engaging characters and a well-composed soundtrack further enhance the game's emotional depth, making it a touching experience despite some flaws. Overall, players can expect a memorable and impactful RPG journey.
- “The narrative tackles mature themes like political corruption and personal struggles, while also delivering heartwarming moments of friendship and camaraderie.”
- “The soundtrack complements the visuals perfectly, with a mix of orchestral and electronic tracks that enhance the emotional impact of the story and battles.”
- “If you're willing to overlook its flaws, you'll find a heartwarming and engaging RPG experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game excels in storytelling and character development, with users praising the depth and progression of characters throughout the narrative. Additionally, the impressive artwork, including character and monster designs, enhances the overall experience, providing visually stunning scenes that complement the character arcs.
- “The game's strengths lie in its storytelling and character development.”
- “The art style and map building in general are very well done and they provide you with some nice visuals throughout the game, whether it be character design or just a scene between major points in the game.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding between chapters III and VIII to be tedious and frustrating, as it restricts them from progressing until all battles are completed. To alleviate this, the game offers casual or easy modes, allowing those weary of grinding to enjoy the story more freely.
- “The slog of obligatory battles between chapters III and VIII was tedious and annoying, especially since you're not allowed to do anything else until it's finished.”
- “For players who are tired of grinding, they can switch to casual or easy mode to better enjoy the story.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game offers notable replayability through its multiple difficulty settings, allowing players to experience different challenges and discover special weapons at higher levels. This encourages players to revisit the game for varied gameplay experiences.
- “This title presents some replay value thanks to the multiple difficulty settings you can choose before starting a new game, along with the possibility to find special weapons with the higher difficulties.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits a number of minor bugs and glitches, including text alignment issues and passability/hitbox problems on certain maps. However, these issues are not considered fatal and do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “This game has a fair share of bugs and glitches, but they are mostly minor. For example, some text occasionally goes outside the window, and when escaping battles, the text is sometimes not centered. There are also passability and hitbox issues on certain maps.”
- “The game suffers from various minor bugs and glitches, such as text alignment issues and hitbox problems on some maps, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While the game is enjoyable, it is plagued by minor stability issues, including text that doesn't fit within the window and inconsistent hitboxes that can disrupt gameplay.”

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Insurgence - Chains of Renegade is a role playing game.

Insurgence - Chains of Renegade is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Insurgence - Chains of Renegade.

Insurgence - Chains of Renegade was released on November 9, 2018.

Insurgence - Chains of Renegade was developed by Platomenti.

Insurgence - Chains of Renegade has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Insurgence - Chains of Renegade is a single player game.

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