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Legends of Aria

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52%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
grinding, optimization
52% User Score Based on 1,096 reviews

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Legends of Aria is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Citadel Studios Inc and was released on July 8, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Legends of Aria" is a sandbox-style MMORPG that offers a player-driven economy and dynamic world. Players can create their own adventures, choose from various skills and abilities, and interact with others in a persistent online world. The game features a classless system, allowing players to customize their characters to fit their playstyle. However, be aware that the game has faced criticism for its performance and buggy nature.

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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,096 reviews
graphics20 positive mentions
grinding63 negative mentions
  • Captures the nostalgic feel of Ultima Online, providing a similar sandbox experience.
  • Offers a variety of skills and character customization options, allowing players to build their characters as they see fit.
  • Community servers like Legends of Ultima provide a more enjoyable experience with active development and a dedicated player base.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs, poor optimization, and a clunky user interface, making it frustrating to play.
  • Developers have made inconsistent changes to gameplay mechanics, leading to dissatisfaction among players and a dwindling community.
  • The introduction of paid DLC during early access has upset many players who feel the game is not yet complete.
  • graphics
    125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are an improvement over the original Ultima Online, they still feel dated and buggy. Users have reported various graphical issues, including low frame rates and optimization problems, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, some players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and find the visuals acceptable for the game's style, though they express a desire for further improvements and better performance.

    • “The graphics are much better than Ultima Online currently, but they do still feel like an indie game's graphics.”
    • “Legends of Aria captures the essence of Ultima Online, and if it wasn't for the amazing graphics and being set in a uniquely different fantasy setting, one could be easily mistaken.”
    • “This game is worth every penny if you are looking for a top-down old school MMORPG in the same likes of old school Ultima Online, just done better and with much better graphics.”
    • “I found immediate graphical errors on character creation before I even got into the game!”
    • “The other negative aspect about this game is how poorly optimized it is, which is surprising considering how simple the graphics are.”
    • “The graphics are just horrible; the sounds are generic, and nothing special there. If you enjoy a click-to-move type game that isn't smooth at all, you get behind objects that make your character.”
  • gameplay
    101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its nostalgic mechanics reminiscent of Ultima Online and the potential for diverse character builds, while others criticize its clunky controls, unbalanced mechanics, and lack of polish. Many players express frustration over recent changes, such as the removal of faction PvP, which they feel detracts from the overall experience, and highlight issues with grinding and player-owned housing. Overall, while the game offers a sandbox experience with depth, it suffers from significant gameplay flaws that hinder enjoyment.

    • “Over 2000 hours of gameplay and still lots to go and plenty of builds to try...”
    • “This game is exciting and breeds gameplay where your choices of where to go and what you do directly reflect in danger/rewards.”
    • “The gameplay is what you make it with your playstyle and the possibilities are vast and further expanding.”
    • “One thing I don't understand is the recent removal of faction PvP; hoping this is re-enabled soon as it was a great part of the game that many players miss and added another reason for 'PvP only' players to spend more hours in the game, overall creating better gameplay for everyone.”
    • “This MMO is dead; the devs lied about a lot of stuff, barely anyone plays it, and the gameplay mechanics and balance are completely screwed.”
    • “I would not recommend this game because currently PvE and casual gameplay in dungeons are unplayable: well-coordinated murder guilds repeatedly visit popular dungeons to slaughter newcomers and uncoordinated casual players.”
  • story
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of "Legends of Aria" is criticized for its lack of direction and engagement, with players feeling lost due to poorly explained quests and minimal narrative structure. While the game offers a sandbox experience allowing for player-driven storytelling, many users express frustration over the absence of a cohesive storyline and the reliance on mundane fetch quests. Overall, the game seems to cater more to those who prefer exploration and self-guided play rather than a structured narrative experience.

    • “Legends of Aria is a sandbox MMORPG that allows you to mold your character as you see fit—no classes and no ordained destinies that beset the character with quests relating to the story of the world that may crown them as a hero of the world depending on the foreboding thread or catastrophe the story entails.”
    • “If you wholeheartedly enjoyed playing Ultima Online or enjoy playing a classless RPG that lets you do whatever you want to do, lets you set your own goals, and lets you explore the world without being funneled into quests or some sort of ordained destiny, I highly recommend playing Legends of Aria.”
    • “Not having to grind out gathering quests and 'kill 10 of these' quests is a nice change of pace, a call back to the days when you could honestly choose to do whatever you wanted.”
    • “The lack of a clear story or purpose also makes it difficult for players to stay engaged, as there is no clear direction or goal to work towards.”
    • “The game is lacking in direction with quests and I often find myself frustratingly trying to search the wiki to figure out basic features that should be explained in-game.”
    • “There's no storyline; trying to find NPCs to talk to is confusing, as you go from a little mini-map in the top corner to a large full country map, with no in-between map to get a better view of the town/region you are in.”
  • grinding
    64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized for being tedious and time-consuming, with many players feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the sense of accomplishment that comes from leveling skills and crafting, others find the repetitive nature of grinding to be boring and unfulfilling, often comparing it to a job rather than a game. Premium memberships offer some relief by allowing faster skill progression, but the core experience remains grind-heavy, which may not appeal to all players.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
    • “It has so much grinding that it feels like a job instead of a game.”
    • “90% of the time I played was grinding a couple of skills, playing as a group wasn't super rewarding, and exploration was dull.”
    • “I'm all for grinding in games to raise skills, but this is the most boring system I have ever encountered.”
  • optimization
    57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of "Legends of Aria" is widely criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, freezing, and low frame rates, even on high-end systems. Many users express frustration over the game's lack of polish and optimization, suggesting that it feels abandoned by developers. While some hope for future improvements, the current state of optimization is deemed unacceptable, significantly detracting from the overall experience.

    • “I am hopeful that the game will get lots more polish, more skills, and lots more optimization (tons of optimization please).”
    • “I like the graphics and interface and I’m convinced the bugs and optimization issues will get ironed out in time.”
    • “Amazing game, however game optimization needs huge improvement.”
    • “The other negative aspect about this game is how poorly optimized it is, which is surprising considering how simple the graphics are.”
    • “Update: the game is very badly optimized and freezes for like 2 minutes during the loading part.”
    • “I can play many games at 90+ fps framerates at high detail, but this game consistently has had performance issues that aren't improving at a rate that will ever get it to an acceptable level, especially considering how mediocre the game looks.”
  • stability
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues such as freezing during loading screens and clunky controls. Many players describe it as unfinished and poorly optimized, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite some positive aspects, the overwhelming consensus is that the game's stability is a significant drawback, making it hard to recommend.

    • “Update: the game is very badly optimized and freezes for like 2 minutes during the loading part.”
    • “The game is buggy as hell, frame drops, not polished at all.”
    • “The core game engine is a broken, buggy dumpster fire.”
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its nostalgic quality and find it relaxing, others criticize it for being simplistic and uninspired, with many opting to turn it off. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a charming throwback for some, but lacking depth for others.

    • “I can't say how much I suck at this game, it's too difficult for me, but I enjoy the little things such as the ambient sounds, soundtrack, character design, and much more the game offers for me.”
    • “I spend all day in an inn playing sweet, sweet music for the adventurers to help them relax and gain some vitality for their next adventure.”
    • “I love the look, the music is wonderful; it's a great throwback to Ultima Online.”
    • “Sound effects are simple and the music score leaves a lot to be desired; most people will just turn the music off anyway.”
    • “The music is from some 90's synth board that should have stayed in the closet.”
    • “Nothing worked; I could play music sometimes, but mainly I could only hit the lick.”
  • monetization
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many players expressing disappointment over the lack of genuine content and fun. Users report that promises of updates and new features have not been fulfilled, while the presence of microtransactions in early access raises concerns about the developers' priorities. Overall, the game's monetization strategy has left a negative impression, leading to regret among those who invested in it.

    • “The game is a cash grab, with no real fun.”
    • “This is a clear cash grab that I regret investing in.”
    • “This game is terrible and comes off as a cash grab with more effort put into its image rather than its code.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its absurdity and unexpected moments, with players finding amusement in the quirky interactions and the overall enjoyment of the community. However, some comments reflect a darker sense of humor, which may not resonate with all players. Overall, the game's humor seems to stem from both its gameplay mechanics and the social dynamics among players.

    • “In that same vein, interacting with quest components is dumb to the point of hilarious.”
    • “You log into UO Outlands and immediately see hundreds of players laughing, enjoying the game, dodging the occasional reds.”
    • “Funny story: my power bill dropped almost fifty dollars a month after I quit playing LOA.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highly customizable, allowing players to tailor every aspect of their experience, from character design to gameplay mechanics. While some users find the difficulty challenging, they appreciate the depth and variety offered in character customization and the overall design elements.

    • “Customize every aspect of your server's gameplay experience from character development to combat, items and equipment, and monsters and AI.”
    • “I can't even see the character I'm trying to make in the character design screen.”
    • “Total sandbox skill-based character development; the possibilities are limitless.”
    • “Customize every aspect of your server's gameplay experience from character development to combat, to items and equipment, to monsters and AI.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a compelling medieval atmosphere enhanced by solid RPG elements, encouraging extended playtime. While the graphics are not the highest quality, they effectively contribute to creating a believable and immersive environment.

    • “The good atmosphere of a medieval world and great RPG elements made me play this game for more than 4 hours.”
    • “The graphics are nice; they're not the best, but they create a believable atmosphere.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that players often struggle to articulate their emotional responses to the game, suggesting that understanding these nuances can be complex and requires experience. Additionally, some users note a lack of personal investment in the game, which may affect their emotional engagement.

  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that "Albion Online" offers a more engaging and user-friendly experience compared to similar games, enhancing its replayability through a vibrant community and accessible interface.

    • “For interested players, I would recommend Albion Online, which has very similar ideas behind it but with a much more playable interface and an active player base.”
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Legends of Aria is a role playing game.

Legends of Aria is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 3205 hours playing Legends of Aria.

Legends of Aria was released on July 8, 2020.

Legends of Aria was developed by Citadel Studios Inc.

Legends of Aria has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its grinding.

Legends of Aria is a multiplayer game.

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