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Kristala

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83%Game Brain Score
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83% User Score Based on 137 reviews

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Kristala is a single player role playing game with fantasy and dark fantasy themes. It was developed by Astral Clocktower Studios and was released on June 6, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Story-rich Dark Fantasy ARPG Kristala features a mix of compact/open levels, tons of classic RPG elements, and an emphasis on soulslike mechanics. Play as a catlike warrior from one of six clans, each with its own unique magic specialty. Your goal is to master the magics of the six sacred Kristals in hopes of becoming a Raksaka Warrior - a powerful protector of your species. Simultaneously, you mu…

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 137 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
optimization10 negative mentions
  • The game features enjoyable combat mechanics and a unique concept of playing as a cat, which adds a fun twist to the souls-like genre.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are visually appealing, with beautiful environments and engaging animations that enhance the overall experience.
  • The developers are actively addressing bugs and issues, showing a commitment to improving the game as it progresses through early access.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes, input lag, and camera problems that can hinder gameplay.
  • Content is currently limited, with only a few hours of gameplay available, leading to concerns about the game's value at its current price point.
  • The combat can feel clunky and unresponsive at times, with issues related to hit detection and enemy AI that detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a mix of engaging mechanics, including magic, combat, and stealth, set in a dark fantasy world that offers a unique experience. However, as the game is still in early access, players have reported issues with optimization, frequent frame drops, and crashes, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the foundation appears promising, with enjoyable combat and parkour elements, though some players suggest the need for easier difficulty settings and improved feedback during battles.

    • “Playing a dark fantasy game where you're a legendary warrior with feline characteristics, mixed with fun combat and fluid parkour gameplay is something very unique.”
    • “The gameplay is an interesting combination of mechanics and levels are bigger and more populated than what I expected for an indie project; combat is fast and requires precision but it is not too hard for the casual player.”
    • “The tutorial section does a great job of introducing you to all the mechanics.”
    • “Roughly an hour of gameplay - my skills aside, because I struggle with soul-like games - I'm sure there's some input lag when using a controller, or at least little visual feedback during battles.”
    • “Fyi any kind of boss/enemy that has a 1 shot mechanic/combo is bad design.”
    • “If you could make an easier gameplay setting/checkpoints more accessible, it would be helpful for players.”
  • optimization
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game currently suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to performance problems such as stuttering and lag, particularly on recommended hardware. Players have noted that it is necessary to lower graphics settings to achieve playable frame rates, and many believe that while the underlying mechanics show promise, substantial work is needed to improve optimization as the game progresses through early access. Overall, the potential is evident, but the current state hampers the gameplay experience.

    • “Highly recommend dialing settings down to keep the frame rate up; optimization tends to come late in development.”
    • “Optimization still needs some work but it's definitely playable.”
    • “This game has a lot of promise, but it lacks some serious optimizations, to the point where controlling the character is hindered by loading, caching, and other background actions.”
    • “At the top of the visual problems, the game has very poor optimization.”
    • “I think there is still a lot of work needed on optimization; I have to run on basically the lowest graphics to play at like 30 fps.”
  • graphics
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and strong aesthetic, showcasing a lot of care in design and appealing visual effects. However, many users report significant optimization issues, including stuttering and lag, particularly on recommended hardware, which detracts from the overall experience. While the art style is enjoyable, some players feel the visuals are outdated and in need of improvement to compete with modern titles.

    • “Now with that out of the way, the good: it is a very beautiful game, graphics are really nice to look at, clearly a lot of care has gone into what the game currently is.”
    • “The visual effects are great too, the art style is quite nice and enjoyable at every moment.”
    • “The aesthetics are fantastic and visuals are great.”
    • “I think there is still a lot of work needed on optimization; I have to run on basically the lowest graphics to play at around 30 fps.”
    • “There are constant lags and freezes, and the graphics appear to be 10 years behind the modern standard!”
    • “I assume the optimization can be fixed, the enemy AI can be improved, but the visuals and dynamics are too far behind expectations, which is the only thing that could make this game competitive with other products.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for enhancing the overall atmosphere, with particular highlights such as Levida's emotional song that resonates deeply with players. While some users note that the music can be a bit loud, they still find it enjoyable and a significant part of the game's immersive experience. Overall, the soundtrack and sound design contribute to a high-quality gaming experience that stands out among similar titles.

    • “The world is beautifully designed and the music complements the feel of the world around you.”
    • “Let's talk about the music... it's a bit loud so I definitely recommend you turn it down, but it's actually good and I really enjoy it. Normally, I just turn music off in games.”
    • “World building, art design, writing (don't get me started on Levida's song after hearing of her husband, seriously gave me full-body goosebumps, shivered multiple times), atmosphere, soundtrack, and sound design; there is a certain quality to this game that many of its kind miss the mark on.”
    • “Let's talk about the music... it's a bit loud, so I definitely recommend you turn it down, but it's actually good and I enjoy it. Normally, I just turn music off in games.”
    • “The music is a bit overwhelming at times, making it hard to focus on the gameplay.”
    • “While the soundtrack has some good moments, it often feels repetitive and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in this early access game is described as engaging but still in development, with players feeling it serves as an introductory chapter to a larger narrative. While some voice acting is noted as subpar, the overall experience is enjoyable, and the inclusion of various gameplay elements encourages exploration beyond just story progression. Players are eager for the full story release, indicating a strong interest in the game's potential.

    • “This is an early access game, obviously as the Steam page displays it, but for the overall gameplay and storyline that is included in this release, this feels like the first chapter of a fully developed and fully realized game.”
    • “The story is still developing for me, and some of the voice acting is a little wonky, but enjoyable.”
    • “It's definitely worth getting Kristala for the story alone.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, long freezes, and poor framerates, even on low settings. While players acknowledge that it is in early access and that the developers are aware of these problems, the overall experience is marred by these persistent technical difficulties.

    • “Endless glitches and falling through water loops, constant freezes in menus, terrible framerates even at lowest settings, and a camera that makes me motion sick in ways no other game ever has.”
    • “There are constant lags and freezes, while we are talking about graphics, which appearance is 10 years behind the modern one!”
    • “And it ain't microstutters, it's whole 1-2 second freezes.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its beautiful graphics, immersive world-building, and evocative soundtrack, which together create a captivating experience. Players have noted the emotional impact of the writing and music, particularly highlighting moments that evoke strong feelings. Overall, when free of bugs, the atmosphere significantly enhances the enjoyment of the game.

    • “The world building, art design, and writing are exceptional. Levida's song after hearing about her husband gave me full-body goosebumps; I shivered multiple times. The atmosphere, soundtrack, and sound design create a certain quality that many similar games miss.”
    • “The atmosphere is immersive, with beautiful graphics and a nice soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. When the game runs smoothly, it truly allows you to enjoy every moment.”
    • “The combination of world building, art design, and sound creates an atmosphere that is captivating and memorable, making it stand out among other games.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that while many games evoke emotions, this particular title stands out for its ability to deeply resonate with them, creating a more profound emotional experience.

    • “This game truly resonated with me on an emotional level, unlike any other I've played.”
    • “The story and characters evoked such deep feelings; I found myself genuinely caring about their journeys.”
    • “I was moved to tears by the powerful moments in the game; it left a lasting impact on my heart.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the character design is praised for its quality, there is a desire for deeper personality development among NPCs, as they currently lack engaging traits. Players hope for more diverse and interesting characters in future updates.

    • “The character design is really awesome, but I hope there's more depth added to the NPCs, as they currently lack interesting personalities. It would also be great to see more of them, but I'm sure that's on the roadmap for future updates.”
    • “The character development in this game is truly engaging, allowing players to form deep connections with their characters and experience meaningful growth throughout the story.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve over time, with their backstories and relationships becoming more complex as the game progresses. It really enhances the overall experience.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the limited ground loot pool, which leads to repetitive and unfulfilling exploration. Many express a desire for an expanded loot system to enhance the experience and reduce the monotony of searching for valuable items.

    • “I really hope you expand upon the ground loot pool; combing the land for crumbs of worth was getting pretty tedious by the end, and I explored everything I could.”
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Kristala is a role playing game with fantasy and dark fantasy themes.

Kristala is available on PC and Windows.

Kristala was released on June 6, 2024.

Kristala was developed by Astral Clocktower Studios.

Kristala has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Kristala is a single player game.

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