Legend of Cenama

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Legend of Cenama is a single player role playing game. It was developed by PelleK's Ninja Academy and was released on July 19, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Legend of Cenama is an existential and story driven retro RPG that doesn't hold your hand, but lets you explore and find your own way to the end. Decisions you make can irreversibly alter the story line and the final outcome of your journey.

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Role Playing

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Single-Player

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

story12 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Strong nostalgic appeal with visuals, music, and gameplay reminiscent of classic 16-bit JRPGs like early Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger.
Compelling and charming story with witty dialogues and multiple impactful endings, enhancing replayability.
Engaging battle system and exploration elements, with a well-designed world and enjoyable soundtrack praised as a standout feature.

Game suffers from glitches and technical issues including bugs, text box problems, and areas becoming inaccessible after progression.
Lack of clear guidance and tutorial makes the game confusing at times, with some players frustrated by forced grinding to overcome difficulty spikes.
Some areas feel overly large and empty, and the pacing can be slowed down by long battles and repetitive mob groups, which may deter some players.

story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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46%
11%
The story of the game is compelling and emotionally engaging, featuring witty dialogue, imaginative world-building, and impactful choices that influence the ending. While the narrative delivery can feel confusing or forced at times, especially through exposition and character guidance, the overall experience is enriched by nostalgia, strong music, and an immersive atmosphere. Fans of JRPGs will likely appreciate the blend of classic elements with a captivating plot.
- “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.”
- “Mainly, thanks to its swirling story, imaginative world-building concepts, and a genuinely mesmeric OST.”
- “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.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic chiptune style and unique, memorable compositions that bring distinct personality to each zone and battle. It draws clear inspiration from Final Fantasy while maintaining its own identity, with many reviewers highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature that greatly enhances the overall experience.
- “The music is pretty well done, full of nostalgia with the chiptunes here.”
- “Music-wise, the tunes are great, giving each zone its own personality.”
- “The battle music is great too, and not really repetitive as most can be.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay features simple, classic mechanics reminiscent of early Final Fantasy games, offering a straightforward combat system that some find lacking in complexity. Despite this simplicity, players find the gameplay enjoyable and well-integrated with a compelling story and overall aesthetic. However, the lack of in-game explanation or help can be a drawback for some.
- “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.”
- “The mechanics are quite ordinary; you've seen them a dozen times before.”
- “But that is really different to what the gameplay and lack of explanation or help they give.”
- “Not least so, when it comes to core systems and mechanics.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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43%
14%
The graphics in Legend of Cenama are widely praised for their stellar pixel art and overall aesthetic, effectively complementing the nostalgic JRPG style. While the visuals generally enhance the gaming experience, some users note occasional roughness in the graphics. Overall, the artwork is considered a standout element.
- “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.”
- “On the other hand, the pixel art graphics in Legend of Cenama are amazing.”
- “The graphics really augment the experience, but they can feel a bit rough sometimes.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in this game is a significant and rewarding aspect, especially for players who enjoy farming rare items, weapons, and resources. While it can be challenging and involves repetitive gameplay, the grind is well-balanced and doesn't feel tedious, offering good opportunities for experience and progression before advancing to tougher stages.
- “This game is still full of glitches, and 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.”
- “Get full Jura set gear from the Jura encampment before you start farming the Zealous Core.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is generally well-received, highlighted by quirky characters and amusing dialogues that add charm to the world. While many find the comedic elements stellar and enjoyable, some feel the humor falls short in certain areas. Overall, humor contributes positively to the game's appeal.
- “The whole world is full of quirky characters, with humor adding to the world’s charm.”
- “Ps: there are some pretty funny character dialogues xd”
- “Humor - stellar.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is richly enhanced by witty dialogue and humor, creating strong immersion, while its glitchy beats contribute a distinctive ambiance throughout.
- “The witty dialogue and great jokes create a nice atmosphere and really help with immersion into the story.”
- “In short, these glitchy beats add plenty of atmosphere and ambiance at every turn.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from frequent glitches that impact stability, making the experience challenging and potentially frustrating, especially for those who do not enjoy grind-heavy RPGs.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game’s challenging and unforgiving nature makes it highly memorable and encourages multiple playthroughs, enhancing its replayability.
- “It's a cruel game in many ways, but that's exactly what makes it unforgettable, and highly replayable.”