LEGIE
- December 19, 2017
- Spytihněv
Get on Steam"LEGIE" is a medieval Czech-set adventure/dungeon crawler game with poetic dialogues, wise words, and no magic or fantasy creatures. It tells a dark tale of an innkeeper, beer, and the devil, with a focus on player choice and low hardware requirements. The game features Windows 10 compatibility, Steam achievements, and minor fixes on its recent Steam release.
Reviews
- LEGIE offers a unique blend of point-and-click adventure and dungeon crawling, set in a captivating and gloomy medieval Czech atmosphere.
- The game features a charming retro aesthetic and an interesting story that keeps players engaged despite its brevity.
- Players appreciate the quirky humor and dark themes, making it a memorable experience that stands out among indie games.
- The game can only be played in a small window, which detracts from the immersive experience.
- Many puzzles are frustratingly obtuse, often requiring players to rely on guides to progress.
- Combat mechanics are janky and can lead to soft-locking, making it easy to get stuck and requiring frequent saves.
- story14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story is noted for its unique plot twists and immersive atmosphere, set in a grimy, fantasy Czech world that evokes a Lovecraftian sense of dread. While the narrative can be convoluted and poorly scripted at times, it features compelling characters and a captivating ambiance that enhances the overall experience. Players may find enjoyment in the story despite its challenges, especially when using a walkthrough to navigate its obscure mechanics.
“The story is rather unique with a great plot twist.”
“Great story, great ambiance, immersive universe, superb storytelling, compelling characters, and a Lovecraftian feeling of perpetual dread.”
“An adventure game with some RPG-lite mechanics, closer to a first-person version of Quest for Glory. Actual progression in Legie requires a series of obscure actions the game doesn't telegraph, and the poorly written script doesn't help either.”
“Despite fairly basic graphics and Grimrock-esque movement and combat, Legie is a captivating little story that pulls absolutely no punches in how utterly dark, hopeless, and crappy the world is.”
“There's no quest journal, so you have to keep track of what you're trying to do yourself.”
- atmosphere13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, characterized by a bleak and brutal medieval Czech town that immerses players in a gloomy, harsh environment filled with dark humor and existential themes. The combination of old-school graphics and captivating storytelling enhances the eerie ambiance, making it an unforgettable experience despite some janky elements. Overall, the atmosphere effectively complements the gameplay, creating a unique blend of adventure and dungeon crawling.
“I love the gloomy, harsh atmosphere of the medieval Czech town and outskirts you explore, and I like the protagonist with his simple task that turns into something much darker and dangerous, totally out of his league.”
“The atmosphere was captivating, and the story (if you can ignore the bad-in-a-funny-way translation) is kind of interesting because of all the gloom and depression and beer.”
“A point-and-click adventure that unfolds in the bleak, brutal atmosphere of a medieval Czech town.”
“I love the atmosphere: everything and everyone is ugly and dying or will be dying soon because life sucks and our protagonist has to find the solution to all the problems: a barrel of beer.”
“So far it reminds me of an unpolished Gothic or Shadows over Riva, with the same sort of gloomy, brown low-poly and depressive atmosphere and non-intuitive but learnable interface.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro, low-poly aesthetic reminiscent of 90s titles, contributing to a dreamy and eerie atmosphere. While some players appreciate the charming old-school visuals and minimal audio design, others note the lack of graphics options and windowed play. Overall, the graphics enhance the game's storytelling and ambiance, making it appealing to fans of classic adventure games.
“Beautiful old-school graphics, dreamy atmosphere, hilarious dialogues.”
“Big kudos to the developer, the graphics add a level of eeriness to the atmosphere and city environments look great.”
“If you liked 90s polygon aesthetic, point-and-click adventures, and are forgiving about games with rough edges, why not give legie a try.”
“More of an adventure game than a dungeon crawler, but holy shit I thought this came out like 7 years ago with the PSX art style revival.”
“Has no graphics options and can only be played in a small window.”
“Despite fairly basic graphics and Grimrock-esque movement and combat, Legie is a captivating little story that pulls absolutely no punches in how utterly dark, hopeless, and crappy the world is.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a blend of point-and-click puzzle mechanics and dungeon crawling, offering a mix of adventure and RPG-lite elements. While some players appreciate the engaging mechanics and hints that aid progression, others criticize the game for its obscure actions and poorly written script, which can hinder the experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as average, with moments of enjoyment interspersed with frustrating mechanics.
“I can't be too mad at the game for it though, because they make some sense and for most of them there are hints you can understand without a guide (achievements help a lot too, especially with mechanics that the game doesn't explain to you at all).”
“Everything about this game is flawless: gameplay, story, map design, graphics, etc.”
“It's functionally a point-and-click puzzle game that uses dungeon crawler mechanics, ramping up from the former to the latter as a perfectly average tavern assistant is forced into the dungeons near the town and begins exercising the concept of a good old-fashioned looting expedition.”
“An adventure game with some RPG-lite mechanics, closer to a first-person version of Quest for Glory. Actual progression in the game requires a series of obscure actions that the game doesn't telegraph, and the poorly written script doesn't help either.”
“Annoying game-breaking mechanics.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in Legie is characterized by its dark and brooding dialogue, which, despite its grim atmosphere, often comes off as unintentionally hilarious. Players appreciate the combination of captivating old-school graphics and the quirky, albeit poorly translated, storytelling that adds to the game's unique charm. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, providing an interesting contrast to the game's darker themes.
“Legie is definitely an interesting and unforgettable experience which I find very funny despite its grim atmosphere.”
“Beautiful old-school graphics, dreamy atmosphere, hilarious dialogues.”
“The atmosphere was captivating, and the story (if you can ignore the bad-in-a-funny-way translation) is kind of interesting because of all the gloom and depression and beer.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are generally well-received, featuring a minimalistic approach that complements the low-poly graphics and medieval ambiance. While some players appreciate the atmospheric elements, such as the sound of rain, others note the absence of a traditional soundtrack, which may detract from the overall experience.
“The ambiance of the medieval music creates an immersive experience that complements the game's atmosphere beautifully.”
“The minimal approach to audio, combined with the lowpoly graphics, enhances the overall ambiance and adds depth to the gameplay.”
“The sound effects and ambiance work together to create a hauntingly immersive environment, especially with the unrelenting rain.”
“There is no music, just the ambiance of the unrelenting rain.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is characterized by outdated graphics reminiscent of the PS1 era, overly simplistic puzzle mechanics, and a combat system that is both monotonous and frustrating, leading to a generally tedious experience.
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“The combat is a tedious chore, and the grinding only amplifies the frustration.”
“The game forces you into a monotonous grind that detracts from the overall experience.”
