Legend of Cenama
- July 19, 2019
- PelleK's Ninja Academy
- 30h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Legend of Cenama," a retro RPG, you embark on a mission to investigate vanishing villagers, uncovering a great evil threatening the universe. With a hand-crafted story line, your decisions impact the story's outcome. Progression requires exploration, solving puzzles, and leveling up, ensuring rewarding gameplay. Travel through diverse areas, including Sonaii, The Ancient Ruins, and Orc Encampment, to unravel the mystery and save the universe.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic 16-bit JRPGs, with a compelling story and charming characters.
- The music is outstanding, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion of the game.
- Exploration is rewarding, with plenty of secrets, unique weapons, and engaging NPC dialogues that add depth to the world.
- The game suffers from numerous glitches and lacks polish, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The combat system can feel grindy and unbalanced, leading to frustration when players are under-leveled for boss encounters.
- The lack of guidance and confusing navigation can make it difficult for players to progress, especially for those unfamiliar with the genre.
- story24 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story of "Legend of Cenama" is described as compelling and emotionally engaging, featuring witty dialogue and nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic JRPGs. While some players find the character development and exposition to be forced and confusing, the overall narrative is praised for its imaginative world-building and impactful choices that affect the game's outcome. Despite its flaws, the combination of a captivating story and outstanding music makes it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
“The mechanics are great, the music is outstanding, the story is compelling, and the overall aesthetic of the game is simply amazing.”
“As the game progresses and the plot thickens, especially towards the tail end, choices carry drastic consequences, profoundly impacting the outcome of the game.”
“A lovely story with the amazing music makes you addicted in a flash.”
“But this game appears to be made with a bunch of cookie-cutter characters, and frankly nothing is stopping you from running away from combat just to progress the story, and then ending up severely under-leveled to take on the next boss and then realize it's too late you cannot return to the previous area to train up.”
“It's really confusing and bothers the mind at each step of the story.”
“Their dialogue seems forced to make you go the way they want to, almost as if you were a child and they needed to guide your hand through the complicated and intricate story.”
- music15 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic chiptunes and unique compositions that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the standout soundtrack as a key feature, noting its ability to give each zone distinct personality and elevate the storytelling. Overall, the music is considered a major strength, making the game particularly appealing to fans of JRPGs.
“The music in this game is absolutely brilliant and makes the experience so much better.”
“Above all else, the soundtrack is the star attraction.”
“Music-wise, the tunes are great, they give each zone its own personality.”
“The OST is, without a doubt, my favorite facet of the game.”
“You will definitely feel the inspiration from the whole Final Fantasy music in this, although it has its own unique voice you can find.”
“Overall, I recommend playing Legend of Cenama if you're a fan of JRPGs and want to have a great story while being thrown into a nostalgia trip to Final Fantasy land with its music, art style, and battle system.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that draw inspiration from classic titles like early Final Fantasy games, making it accessible yet somewhat ordinary. While the core systems are effective and the overall experience is enjoyable, some players feel that the lack of detailed explanations and depth in combat could enhance the gameplay further. Despite these critiques, the fun factor and compelling story contribute positively to the overall experience.
“The mechanics are great, the music is outstanding, the story is compelling, and the overall aesthetic of the game is simply amazing.”
“The mechanics are simple and take a lot of cues from classics like the early Final Fantasy games.”
“Fun gameplay with a compelling story.”
“But that is really different from what the gameplay offers, along with the lack of explanation or help they provide.”
“The mechanics are quite ordinary; you’ve seen them a dozen times before.”
“It's important to mention that mechanically, this game is far simpler from a combat perspective than similar-looking 'early Final Fantasy' style games.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Legend of Cenama" are generally praised for their stellar artwork and ability to enhance the game's nostalgic JRPG experience, reminiscent of classic Final Fantasy titles. However, some users note that the visuals can occasionally feel rough around the edges. Overall, the aesthetic contributes significantly to the game's compelling story and mechanics.
“The mechanics are great, the music is outstanding, the story is compelling, and the overall aesthetic of the game is simply amazing.”
“One element that genuinely shines out is the graphics.”
“Artwork - stellar.”
“The graphics also really augment this, but they can feel a bit rough sometimes.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some appreciate the opportunity to farm for rare items and enjoy the grind, others find it challenging and glitchy. However, many agree that the endgame grinding is rewarding and not overly tedious, enhancing the overall experience.
“This game is still full of glitches and is not easy whatsoever. If you like grindy RPGs, then be my guest.”
“The end of the game requires a bit of grinding, but it doesn't feel like a chore.”
“I know this game is praised for the different stories and endings, but for me, I just love the farming and grinding for rare weapons, nodes, fossils, and with the cosmos patch, even divinity or other fragments.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by witty character dialogues and a cast of quirky characters, contributing significantly to the overall charm and enjoyment of the world. Reviewers consistently praise the humor as stellar, enhancing the gaming experience.
“There are some pretty funny character dialogues, haha!”
“The whole world is full of quirky characters, with humor adding to the world’s charm.”
“Humor - stellar.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by witty dialogue and clever jokes that immerse players in the story, while glitchy beats contribute to a unique ambiance throughout the experience.
“The witty dialogue and great jokes create a delightful atmosphere that truly immerses players in the story.”
“In short, these glitchy beats add plenty of atmosphere and ambiance at every turn.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from numerous glitches, impacting overall stability and gameplay experience, particularly for those who prefer grind-heavy RPGs.
“This game is still full of glitches and is not easy whatsoever. If you like grindy RPGs, then be my guest.”
“The frequent crashes make it nearly impossible to enjoy the game.”
“I encountered so many bugs that it completely ruined my experience.”
