Leman
- April 1, 2022
- MDH Software
- 80h median play time
Get on Steam"Leman is a single-player Role Playing game that offers 80 hours of gameplay. Explore multiple maps filled with bandits, dungeons, monsters, and settlements. Choose your own objectives, from guarding merchants to participating in Cassius's Great Game, as you navigate the conflict-filled land of Leman divided by four races with different agendas."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and engaging tactical sandbox that builds on the Battle Brothers formula, offering unique recruits, random events, and a rich world filled with magic and exploration.
- The developer is actively involved in improving the game, showing passion and responsiveness to player feedback, which bodes well for future updates and enhancements.
- It features a variety of classes and skills, allowing for diverse gameplay and strategies, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The game suffers from balance issues, particularly with enemy archers being overly powerful, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- There are technical problems, including a lack of support for higher resolutions and issues with monitor crashes, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Some players find the gameplay to be shallow and lacking depth, with a need for more engaging mechanics and clearer systems for character advancement.
- story13 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is described as minimal and static, with players primarily engaging in repetitive missions such as escorting caravans and combat against various enemies. While there are occasional world events and unique faction missions, the overall narrative progression feels limited and does not significantly evolve throughout gameplay. Players often find themselves cycling through similar tasks without substantial changes to the overarching story.
“As of June 3, 2022, updating my last post for a more thorough review since the cumbersome fight freezing has been resolved, so I can focus on more of the story arc.”
“Our brave band sheltered in the dwarven fortress while I plotted our next moves... missions for the dwarves?”
“When I say that things don't really change, what I mean is that while there are occasionally world events you can choose to participate in, it didn't seem like the mission/reputation system/strategic gameplay changed much from the state it's in when you first start playing.”
“Doing escort/instant combat missions back and forth between cities until a world event or mission prompts you to engage in a certain fight.”
“There is a static overworld map, not procedurally generated like in BB, where you move your party from location to location in search of missions, enemy parties, treasures, etc.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the depth and complexity of the gameplay, noting that it can be engaging and immersive, with some enjoying long play sessions. However, there are criticisms regarding the lack of significant changes in mission and strategic gameplay over time, as well as frustrations with certain mechanics that disrupt the experience. Additionally, a desire for a more comprehensive in-game encyclopedia to better understand the various traits and mechanics has been expressed.
“The only thing I would like to see is some sort of in-game encyclopedia with information on the different traits, stats, abilities, and mechanics beyond the random tips you get on the main menu because this game has a lot of depth.”
“I really like the gameplay; it has enough complexity to keep me wanting to play (I think I played about 5 hours in a row upon purchase, and lots more offline).”
“Perhaps if I got further along, I would get to experience more engaging and exciting strategic gameplay in the salt flats or the northern island, but I had no reason to go there.”
“When I say that things don't really change, what I mean is that while there are occasionally world events you can choose to participate in, it didn't seem like the mission/reputation system/strategic gameplay changed much from the state it's in when you first start playing.”
“I have encountered this on guard duty town fights also, which prompts at least 40 reloads since buying this game, as it stops the gameplay.”
“No depth, boring items, and shallow gameplay.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, but players note that the terrain visuals could be improved. Additionally, some experience lag between menus, which is surprising given the game's graphical simplicity.
“Oddly laggy between menus considering the graphical simplicity.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game has significant replay value, suggesting that players are likely to return to it for additional playthroughs.
“I can see this having more replay value.”
“The different choices and outcomes make me want to play again.”
“Each playthrough feels unique, keeping the experience fresh.”
