Labyronia Elements

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"Labyronia Elements" is a cinematic space shooter RPG where players explore five elemental planets as a Dark One, a Light-hungering ghostly being from the world of Spirit. The mission, granted by the sorceress Areatha, is to conquer each world and regain the lost Light. With a turn-based combat system, players will encounter different characters in each world, forming a story split into five parts.

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

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

story12 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features a unique magic and skill learning system that allows players to steal elemental attacks from enemies, adding a fun strategic element to combat.
The story is engaging and well-crafted, with interesting lore and character dynamics that keep players invested.
The game offers a nostalgic 16-bit aesthetic and a variety of worlds to explore, each with its own mechanics and challenges.

The game suffers from poor design choices, including confusing maps and a lack of direction, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players report getting stuck due to unclear objectives and overly complex puzzles, making progression feel tedious.
The reliance on RPG Maker assets results in low-quality graphics and gameplay that feels unpolished and lacks depth.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
65%
9%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and full of mystery, while others criticize it for being disjointed and lacking direction. The use of multiple protagonists is appreciated, but many feel the narrative suffers from poor characterization and convoluted plot elements. Overall, while some players are drawn in by the story's intrigue and emotional depth, others find it frustrating and poorly executed.
- “Honestly, what is keeping me playing is the story.”
- “+excellent story that is full of mystery, intrigue, and even some high school drama moments, that are surprisingly entertaining for how cringy they could potentially be.”
- “It ties in wonderfully with the other games in the series, it's got a lot of places to explore, it's not a short game, and the story is woven in well and is an emotional journey.”
- “In line with pretending the garbage 'content' in this RPG Maker asset flip has any importance, it's not even a single cohesive story, but five different garbage fanfictions with five different mapsets slapped together, which seems like a lot of work considering, as their past actions show, big black bear are quite happy to just dump an entire demo/asset pack onto Steam as-is and claim it as their work.”
- “And the world is designed in a way that going the most logical route for the story is to go through the most obtuse trickery you ever experienced.”
- “Not much direction of where to go to advance the plot of the story.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
62%
13%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While the game features engaging boss battles, puzzles, and a unique elemental absorption mechanic, it suffers from frustrating design choices that can lead to seemingly insurmountable progression barriers. Additionally, the lengthy gameplay time is often attributed to excessive maze padding, and the overall quality of the experience is marred by low-quality visuals typical of RPG Maker titles.
- “If I were to review the game based on gameplay, music, story, creativity, etc., this game would get very high praises.”
- “The boss battles are good, the puzzles are good, and even the elements mechanic has no complaints from me.”
- “Each world has its own lore and mechanics, and very few enemies are shared between them, so it kind of feels like playing five different games.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “It claims to have 50 to 90 hours of gameplay time, but I feel that is probably due to the mazes padding gameplay considerably.”
- “A large portion of the challenge in the gameplay is to defeat enemies and bosses with a low-damage skill that allows you to absorb their powers.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing immersion and complementing the overall atmosphere, despite the retro 16-bit graphics. Reviewers note that the soundtracks significantly contribute to the enjoyment of gameplay and storytelling, leading to strong positive feedback overall.
- “Fights are fun, the story is interesting, and the music and atmosphere create a good immersion despite the 16-bit old-school look of the game.”
- “If I were to review the game based on gameplay, music, story, creativity, etc., this game would get very high praises.”
- “The soundtracks in this game are outstanding.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting a touching ending and a well-woven story that enhances the overall experience. Despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics, such as grinding for perks, the emotional journey and connections to the series leave a positive impression, making it a worthwhile adventure.
- “As for this game, sure there are pros and cons (a con being fairly grindy to 'save' perks/benefits to the said character(s)), but in the end, despite the grinding, super boss slaying, exploration for better equipment, as well as a touching ending and something after the credits, I'm giving this a thumbs up.”
- “It ties in wonderfully with the other games in the series, it's got a lot of places to explore, it's not a short game, and the story is woven in well and is an emotional journey.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its engaging music and immersive storytelling, effectively drawing players in despite its 16-bit old-school aesthetic. Overall, the combination of fun combat and a captivating narrative contributes to a compelling gaming experience.
- “The music and atmosphere create a good immersion, enhancing the experience despite the 16-bit old-school look of the game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization practices of Big Black Bear/Imperium Game have been criticized for being unethical, as they are accused of exploiting and repackaging others' work on Steam for profit, resembling a cash grab strategy. This pattern of behavior has raised significant concerns among users regarding the integrity of their business model.
- “Big Black Bear/Imperium Game has shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, through this account or through closely linked/alt accounts.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are criticized for their low quality, particularly in fullscreen mode, and lack of full HD support or graphics customization options, which many players find unacceptable for modern gaming standards.
- “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.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization is heavily reliant on fast-paced gameplay, which may not be suitable for players who prefer a more relaxed experience or have certain handicaps. This aspect can be a significant barrier for those who dislike the need for constant optimization.
- “If you have a handicap or just hate fast-paced, optimization-necessary gameplay, you aren't escaping it here!”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players note that the game involves significant grinding to unlock and save character perks, which can be seen as a drawback. However, many feel that the rewarding elements, such as boss battles and exploration, along with a satisfying conclusion, make the grind worthwhile. Overall, while grinding is a prominent feature, it does not detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The game is incredibly grindy, making it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “Grinding for levels and equipment takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The excessive grinding required to progress can be frustrating and tedious.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by the characters' amusing descent into childish bickering, particularly evident by the end of the fire world, which many players found to be hilarious.
- “By the end of the fire world, the characters had devolved into bickering children... but it was hilarious!”

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90h Median play time

90h Average play time

90-90h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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