Legends of Iskaria

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Legends of Iskaria is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Ludovic Lafferayrie and was released on July 6, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Legends of Iskaria" is a 2D RPG that emphasizes story-telling, dialogs, and exploration, set in the peaceful city of Algenroc which is disrupted by strange events. Player characters, including a retired cooper named Arlando, must navigate non-linear choices that affect the storyline and discover multiple ways to finish the game. The game features rich and varied tones, with full of secrets to discover and multiple endings.

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Single-Player

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features engaging dialogue and multiple choices that affect the outcome, providing a fun narrative experience.
It's a short adventure game that can be enjoyed in a single sitting, making it suitable for casual play.
The humor and witty writing in the dialogues add charm to the game, making it entertaining despite its flaws.

The game suffers from poor organization, lacking a quest log or clear directions, which can lead to confusion and frustration.
There are numerous spelling errors and low-quality assets, detracting from the overall experience.
The ending is unsatisfying and unclear, with players often feeling misled about how to achieve success in the game.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its intriguing premise and dialogue options, while others criticize it for poor writing, lack of depth, and a disappointing conclusion that feels like a cash grab. Many noted the absence of combat and a quest log, which detracted from the overall experience, leaving some players unsatisfied despite their initial interest in the narrative. Overall, while there are elements of potential, the execution has left much to be desired.
- “Finally sat down to play it and was kind of excited as the premise of the game sounds pretty neat: simple story, multiple ways to solve a problem, not too long.”
- “The story is great and I really enjoyed the dialogues (with multiple choices)!”
- “I look forward to the next installment of the story.”
- “Stock assets everywhere, godawful story with some of the worst writing imaginable (and not just because English doesn't seem to be the developers' first language; Google Translate might help).”
- “Well, my playthrough took me about an hour, I finally made it to the end only to learn that I had still failed the quest (because I had talked about what was going on).”
- “I wasn't expecting a ten-hour adventure, but I was expecting more organization such as a quest log and a longer game.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is criticized for its low-quality visuals and simplistic mechanics typical of RPG Maker titles, leading some to view it as a cash grab. However, the well-written dialogue and impactful choices, combined with a humorous tone, enhance the overall experience for players who appreciate old-school RPG elements.
- “As with most old-school RPGs, the mechanics are pretty simple, but the writing and the omnipresent humor really make this game enjoyable.”
- “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.”
- “I was interested in the story and gameplay, and while there is obviously more story, it feels like a cash grab.”
- “The dialogs are well written and your answer choices can impact your gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting that the music complements and enhances the overall experience, creating a cohesive and immersive environment.
- “The music is cool and fits well with the atmosphere of the game.”
- “Overall, the atmosphere really comes together with the music.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for its coolness and strong alignment with the overall atmosphere, enhancing the immersive experience.
- “The music is cool and fits well with the atmosphere of the game.”
- “Overall, the atmosphere really comes together with the music.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are criticized for their low quality, particularly in fullscreen mode, and the lack of full HD support or graphics customization options makes it unsuitable for dedicated modern PC gamers.
- “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.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as feeling exploitative, with some players perceiving it as a cash grab despite their interest in the story and gameplay.
- “I was interested in the story and gameplay, and while there is obviously more story, it feels like a cash grab.”
- “The game is fun, but the constant push for in-game purchases ruins the experience.”
- “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by unexpectedly hilarious dialogues that have elicited genuine laughter from players.
- “Some dialogues are downright hilariously unexpected, and I've laughed quite a few times because of that.”
- “The humor in this game is brilliantly crafted, with witty one-liners that catch you off guard.”
- “I love how the game mixes clever puns with absurd situations, making every encounter a joy to experience.”