Keepers of Astraela

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Warning: This game contains white screens and screens shakes that may make it unsuitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy or other photosensitive conditions. Player discretion is advised. Eva has a world inside her head: the land of Astraela, where Darkness and Corrupted beasts threaten eternal doom. Vivid dreams have given her four books as an up-and-coming author, but when undead f…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

story7 positive mentions

The game features a great story that is engaging and immersive, with well-developed characters and meaningful choices.
The artwork and music create an enchanting atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
There is a good amount of replay value due to the ability to make different choices that significantly impact the story.

The art style appears inconsistent, with some sprites lacking charm and personality, making characters feel generic.
There is a lack of guides available for players who struggle with the multiple choice aspects, which can lead to frustration.
The writing can be clunky and contains typos, which detracts from the overall narrative experience.

story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its engaging and well-developed narrative, featuring a mix of calm beginnings that evolve into romantic and fantastical elements. Players appreciate the meaningful impact of their choices, immersive dialogue, and high-quality art, which enhance the storytelling experience. However, some reviewers found parts of the plot unengaging or felt that it lacked organic flow, leading to mixed opinions on its overall execution.
- “It is definitely a great story and well worth it.”
- “The characters are well-developed, and your choices have a meaningful impact on the story.”
- “A fantasy writer gets transported into her own story, and gets to interact with characters that she could only dream about before.”
- “Not sure how far along in the story I got before realizing that I don't enjoy it even a little bit and should probably just leave it be, but I was about 4 hours in.”
- “I can't comment on a plot as a whole since I didn't finish it, but what I did read wasn't especially captivating.”
- “Overall this results in a story that doesn't feel organic, and moves along solely because the author has the power to shove characters around and make them say their lines.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are praised for their stunning visuals and enchanting atmosphere, which effectively immerse players in a vibrant world. While some users prefer a more unique art style over the polished look, the character design and expressive animations contribute significantly to the storytelling experience. Overall, the artwork complements the game's narrative and enhances the overall mood.
- “The enchanting atmosphere features stunning visuals that immerse you in a vibrant world, while the music and ambient noise perfectly set the mood for every scene.”
- “The artwork and character design is great, and I like the changes in their expressions as you play; it helps the story feel more real.”
- “I believe that everything put into this game works together so well, from the writing to the artwork, even the music.”
- “It's not a huge problem per se, but I'd gladly take a less polished but more unique art style over this uncanny apotheosis of Snapchat filters any day of the week.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the enchanting atmosphere, seamlessly complementing the stunning visuals and immersive storytelling. Players find the soundtrack enjoyable enough to leave on in the background, even when not actively playing, highlighting its quality and contribution to the overall experience.
- “I believe that everything put into this game works together so well, from the writing to the artwork, even the music.”
- “The enchanting atmosphere features stunning visuals that immerse you in a vibrant world, while the music and ambient noise perfectly set the mood for every scene.”
- “I'm having fun; I notice myself leaving the music on in the background even when I'm not playing because I enjoy it so much.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Many users highlight that the game's unique features significantly enhance its replayability, a quality that is often lacking in similar titles. This aspect is considered crucial for maintaining player interest over time.
- “I think that this feature alone adds a lot of replay value to this game, which is important and not often seen in these types of games.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is characterized by stunning visuals that create an immersive and vibrant world, complemented by music and ambient sounds that enhance the mood of each scene.
- “The enchanting atmosphere features stunning visuals that immerse you in a vibrant world, while the music and ambient noise perfectly set the mood for every scene.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, with detailed environments that draw you in and a soundtrack that enhances every moment.”
- “Every location in the game feels alive, thanks to the rich atmosphere created by the combination of art design, sound effects, and music.”
character development
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Reviewers praise the character development for its impressive artwork and design, noting that the evolving expressions of the characters enhance the storytelling and create a more immersive experience.
- “The artwork and character design is great, and I like the changes in their expressions as you play; it helps the story feel more real.”