Lie of Caelum

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Giant robots. Technology abusing magic. Conflict between countries. Join a group of fated individuals and liberate the planet of Caelum from the shackles of its people. Discover the mysteries behind their powers, and dwell in their lives in this Sci-fi JRPG.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a well-written story with intriguing character development and a unique world.
Gameplay is engaging with a satisfying combo system and strategic depth, especially in True mode.
The custom graphics and overall polish make the game visually appealing and enjoyable to play.

Some character moments feel rushed or underdeveloped, impacting emotional investment.
Puzzles and certain design choices, like locking story elements behind difficulty settings, may frustrate some players.
Narrow corridors and unavoidable encounters can disrupt exploration and pacing.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its depth and character moments; however, some feel that key narrative elements are locked behind difficulty settings, which can hinder the experience. Additionally, the strict economy and unavoidable encounters may lead to players reaching level caps prematurely, impacting their engagement with the story. Overall, while the narrative has strong points, it could benefit from more development in certain character arcs.
- “The game's story is engaging and well-crafted, providing a rich narrative experience.”
- “Still enjoyed the story, but some big character moments present here in this episode were a bit of a wash and need more scenes.”
- “For some reason, the game locks behind parts of the story behind the difficulty setting.”
- “For some reason, the game locks parts of the story behind the difficulty setting.”
- “This had the unintentional side effect of making my characters hit the soft level cap of every story segment, since I had to fight a lot of unavoidable encounters.”
- “I thought the gameplay would end up a mindless button masher with low difficulty and that its strongest point would be its story or something else.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as fun and engaging, featuring a well-written narrative and an interesting resource system. Despite initial concerns about potential mindlessness, players find the combo system adds depth and challenge, appealing even to those who typically prefer more difficult JRPGs.
- “For the first episode, the game is well-written and has fun gameplay with a neat resource system.”
- “Seeing a combo system, I initially thought the gameplay would end up a mindless button masher with low difficulty, but it turned out to be a challenging and engaging experience.”
- “As a mathematically inclined JRPG player, I initially thought the gameplay would be a mindless button masher with low difficulty, relying more on its story than on engaging mechanics.”
- “The combo system feels overly simplistic, making the gameplay repetitive and lacking the depth I was hoping for.”
- “Despite the potential for challenging gameplay, it often devolves into a monotonous experience that fails to keep my interest.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their cohesive custom design and appealing pixel art aesthetic, which harmoniously integrates with the occasional use of RTP elements.
- “The custom graphics all look nice and coherent.”
- “It also has a good pixel art aesthetic that surprisingly doesn't clash with the occasional RTP usage.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting its quality and overall appeal.
- “The music is really good.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is initially promising, with the main party receiving a decent amount of depth in the first episode. However, the abrupt death of a key character, Elysion, undermines this development, as players are left with insufficient background information to form a meaningful emotional connection before her departure.
- “The character development in the game is impressive, allowing players to form deep connections with the main party members throughout the story.”
- “Each character has a unique backstory that unfolds gradually, making their growth feel organic and engaging.”
- “The interactions between characters are well-written, enhancing their development and making their relationships feel authentic.”
- “We get a decent amount of character development for the main party in the first episode, but Elysion is abruptly killed off with only a short statement about her background, leaving the player unable to really get emotionally invested in her.”
- “The character development feels rushed and incomplete, making it hard to connect with anyone in the story.”
- “While there are attempts at character development, many characters feel one-dimensional and their arcs lack depth.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional impact of the game is hindered by the abrupt death of a key character, Elysion, who lacks sufficient background development, leaving players feeling underwhelmed and unable to form a strong emotional connection before her departure.
- “The character development in the first episode is impressive, but the abrupt loss of Elysion leaves a lingering emotional impact, as we barely had time to connect with her story.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters is palpable, making their journeys feel personal and relatable.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the story's twists and turns, which kept me emotionally engaged throughout the entire experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its excellent world-building, filled with intrigue and a captivating environment that enhances the overall experience.
- “The game's world is excellent and well-developed, filled with plenty of intrigue and a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere immerses you completely, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere that draws you in.”