Labyronia RPG

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Labyronia RPG is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Labyrinthine and was released on August 14, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Labyronia RPG," mysterious creatures threaten humanity's survival, and their defeat may lie in temples that surfaced 50 years ago. Traverse a harsh landscape, discover the creatures' origins, and save humanity. With non-linear progression, an original world, and the Cue system encouraging exploration, this game promises a challenging JRPG experience reminiscent of the 16-bit era.

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Audience ScoreBased on 683 reviews

story112 positive mentions

grinding74 negative mentions

Beautiful world design with lots of diverse environments.
Engaging story that keeps players interested from start to finish.
Polished experience with good update support and no major bugs encountered.

Confusing labyrinths and maps that can lead to frustration and aimless wandering.
Difficulty spikes that can feel unfair, especially in the early game.
Lack of clear direction and guidance, making it easy to get lost or stuck.

story
375 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Labyronia RPG" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging narrative and classic hero's journey elements, while others criticize it for being simplistic and cliché. The game features a blend of mystery and exploration, with a focus on character backstories and optional side quests that enrich the overall experience. However, some players found the pacing uneven and the plot lacking depth, leading to a perception of a generic RPG storyline that may not resonate with everyone.
- “The story is intriguing, blending mystery with a sense of urgency as you uncover the truth about the invading creatures.”
- “Each member of the protagonist’s party has a distinct personality, backstory, and motivation, which the game explores through optional side quests and interactions.”
- “The game excels in its atmospheric storytelling, engaging combat system, and a charming 16-bit aesthetic that will appeal to fans of the genre.”
- “Some players may find the narrative pacing uneven, with certain segments dragging or feeling overly padded by fetch quests and repetitive dialogue.”
- “The plot and writing are both shallow - wander a map and collect four crystals.”
- “The story is bland, and the directions aren't that well given.”
gameplay
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Labyronia RPG is characterized by a simple yet addictive turn-based combat system, complemented by exploration and character interaction. While the game features engaging mechanics like elemental weaknesses and combo attacks, it suffers from frustrating map design and pacing issues that can lead to aimless wandering. Overall, it appeals to fans of classic RPGs with its nostalgic mechanics, though it may require patience and a tolerance for some grindy elements.
- “Simple but addictive gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay centers around exploration, character interaction, and turn-based combat.”
- “The combat system is straightforward yet satisfying, with a variety of enemies and abilities that keep encounters engaging.”
- “Terrible map design forces aimless wandering, confusing layouts and inconsistent challenges, making gameplay excruciatingly frustrating.”
- “There is little to no direction given on where you're supposed to go; as a result, the first 2 hours of my gameplay was spent struggling to survive overpowered monsters.”
- “The gameplay itself is downright horrible.”
music
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many users praising its catchy and melodic tunes that evoke a classic RPG vibe. While some found the soundtrack to be memorable and well-complementing the game's atmosphere, a few noted instances of repetitiveness or annoyance in certain tracks. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features, enhancing the gaming experience significantly.
- “The soundtrack complements the visuals with catchy, melodic tunes that evoke the classic RPG vibe while maintaining a distinct identity.”
- “Great music and an emotional journey.”
- “The music is really catchy in some areas in the game and makes the experience pleasant throughout.”
- “I appreciate the effort of making original tilesets and music, but otherwise... don't buy this game... 2/10”
- “Music can be grating.”
- “You can't even get to your mixer if you want to dial the game's boring repetitive music back a bit.”
graphics
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Labyronia RPG are primarily based on standard RPG Maker assets, leading to mixed reviews among players. While some appreciate the charming pixel art and vibrant anime-inspired aesthetic, others criticize the lack of originality and reliance on stock graphics. Overall, the visuals are deemed decent for an indie title, with a nostalgic appeal that complements the game's classic RPG mechanics and engaging story.
- “Labyronia RPG, developed by Labyrinthine and published by Senpai Industrial Studios, is an ambitious indie title that attempts to blend classic RPG mechanics with a vibrant, anime-inspired aesthetic and a quirky, character-driven story.”
- “The pixel art style is charming and expressive, giving life to a world that feels both familiar and fresh.”
- “Despite the old graphics, the story is very solid, as is the music.”
- “The graphics are as stock as you can imagine; I haven't found one fresh idea the entire time I played.”
- “I find the graphics to be the default RPG Maker graphics, proving that the developer has done no work on them, making them very unoriginal.”
- “Yes, I know that the art style mimics that of old SNES RPGs, but that is no excuse for looking absolutely janky when in fullscreen.”
grinding
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and frustrating, especially in the early stages where significant grinding is required to progress. While some appreciate the challenge and see it as a necessary part of the RPG experience, others criticize it for being excessively slow and monotonous, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, players recommend the game for those who enjoy grinding, but caution that it may not appeal to everyone due to its heavy reliance on this mechanic.
- “This game quite possibly has some of the absolute most tedious sections I have ever seen in a video game.”
- “It's awfully grindy, in all of the worst ways.”
- “I seem to repeatedly farm and farm and farm in hopes maybe I'd get better: nope... once you are affected by a status effect you'll die.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its subtlety and charm, featuring witty dialogue and heartwarming character interactions that elicit genuine laughter. Players appreciate the unique blend of lighthearted moments and emotional depth, with comedic elements enhancing the chemistry among party members and providing a refreshing contrast to the narrative's more serious themes. Overall, the game successfully balances humor with a solid storyline, making it a delightful homage to classic JRPGs.
- “What sets it apart is its unique sense of humor, lively cast of characters, and an overarching narrative that manages to balance lighthearted moments with surprisingly emotional beats.”
- “The dialogue is frequently witty and filled with character-driven humor, which breathes life into the various towns and their inhabitants.”
- “The humor and dialogue help build chemistry among party members, with moments of levity providing contrast to the overarching plot’s darker or more serious themes.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of Labyronia RPG is characterized by its heartfelt tribute to classic JRPGs, featuring a lively cast and a narrative that balances humor with poignant moments. While many players appreciate the engaging character interactions and emotional journey, some critique the story's depth and connection to the protagonist, leading to mixed feelings about the overall emotional impact. Despite these criticisms, the game is recognized for its charming visuals and nostalgic appeal, making it a notable experience for fans of retro-style RPGs.
- “Character interactions are funny and heartwarming.”
- “What sets it apart is its unique sense of humor, lively cast of characters, and an overarching narrative that manages to balance lighthearted moments with surprisingly emotional beats.”
- “With its colorful visuals, smooth gameplay, and emotional storyline, it’s a hidden gem for fans of retro-style RPGs who enjoy a classic, turn-based experience.”
- “It has a boring story.”
- “Boring story, confusing maps, random encounters.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging storytelling, charming 16-bit aesthetic, and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the experience across various environments. Players appreciate the distinct atmospheres of different areas and the effective portrayal of world-changing events, contributing to an immersive and complete experience. Overall, the combination of music, narrative, and varied enemy designs creates a rich and intriguing atmosphere.
- “The game excels in its atmospheric storytelling, engaging combat system, and a charming 16-bit aesthetic that will appeal to fans of the genre.”
- “Atmosphere and storyline: the game offers an intriguing narrative, pulling you into its mysterious world.”
- “Pretty cool soundtrack, specifically in the first town; the environments and change of scenery from one area to the next create such a different atmosphere, it really all feels complete.”
- “I feel like the developers really captured the atmosphere of world-changing events well.”
- “The enemies are varied and interesting, a far cry from the re-colored skins of Final Fantasy, and helped give the dungeons they inhabit their own distinct atmospheres.”
- “The soundtrack keeps things interesting and, at times, the music choices really add to the atmosphere of the scenes.”
character development
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is largely criticized for being minimal and poorly executed, with many reviewers noting it as a significant drawback. The story is described as trivial and stretched, leading to a lack of engaging character arcs, making it unappealing for players seeking depth in character development. Overall, the consensus suggests that character development is a weak point, with ratings reflecting dissatisfaction.
- “Character development is absent, because the story is trivial and stretched as wide as it can.”
- “Character development is quite poor, however, and almost cringe-worthy in some cases.”
- “In short, don't buy this game if you're in for the characters and character development.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's non-linear structure significantly enhances its replayability, allowing players to experience different outcomes and challenges. Additionally, unlocking two more playable characters towards the end adds further incentive to replay the game. Overall, the balance of challenge and fun contributes to a satisfying replay experience.
- “I think it is sufficiently challenging to be both fun and replayable.”
- “It will also unlock two more playable characters, but is virtually at the end of the game (so no need to worry about unlocking them).”
- “The non-linear approach makes replayability high.”
- “It will also unlock two more playable characters, but it's virtually at the end of the game, so there's no need to worry about unlocking them.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While players have reported some technical issues, including occasional bugs and performance hiccups, these do not significantly impact the overall experience and are expected to be resolved through future patches.
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware configurations, showcasing impressive optimization that allows for an enjoyable experience even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization, ensuring that loading times are minimal and frame rates remain stable throughout gameplay.”
- “The optimization efforts are evident, as the game maintains high visual fidelity without sacrificing performance, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “Technical issues such as occasional bugs and performance hiccups have also been reported, though these do not significantly detract from the overall experience and are likely to be addressed with patches.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been criticized for significant bugs, including unresponsive controller support and game freezes during specific interactions with NPCs. Additionally, players have reported navigation issues in certain areas, contributing to an overall impression of a somewhat unstable experience, particularly at launch.
- “Full controller support is a lie, since it's buggy as hell, and the d-pad is unusable.”
- “Criticisms include the aforementioned lackluster character design and development, a few glitches (specific interactions with certain NPCs that essentially freeze the game), and the confusion that comes from navigating a few of the game's looping areas (namely Alathar and the Desert of Illusions).”
- “A bit buggy at the start, which can be frustrating, especially during the first encounter.”
monetization
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Reviews on monetization are mixed; some players appreciate the game as a genuine passion project, while others criticize it as a blatant cash grab by the developers.
- “Huge thumbs down... the game is just a cash grab by the developers.”