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Lords of Xulima

Lords of Xulima is a great homage to classic RPGs which will satisfy fans of the genre and is accessible enough to newcomers.
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77%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, character development
79% User Score Based on 710 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Lords of Xulima is a single player role playing game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by Numantian Games and was released on November 14, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

In "Lords of Xulima," lead a group of up to six adventurers on a challenging journey across a detailed, open world. Engage in strategic turn-based combat, manage resources and party skills, and explore diverse environments on your quest to defeat the fallen god. With a heavy emphasis on character development and strategic depth, this is a game for those who enjoy classic RPGs.

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story82 positive mentions
grinding71 negative mentions
  • The game offers a cozy fantasy atmosphere with a simple yet engaging adventure narrative.
  • Challenging turn-based combat and isometric exploration provide a satisfying gameplay experience.
  • Character customization is well-executed, allowing for diverse party builds and strategies.
  • The game can be overly punishing, especially in the early stages, leading to frustration.
  • The story is linear and lacks depth, with predictable plot twists and minimal character development.
  • The food management system can feel tedious and detracts from the overall enjoyment of exploration.
  • story
    282 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally viewed as a mix of predictable and generic elements, often following the classic "chosen one" trope with little room for player choice or character development. While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm and engaging twists, many find the narrative lacking depth and originality, with repetitive quests and a focus on combat overshadowing the storytelling. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling driving force.

    • “Fantastic story and one of my favorite games of all time.”
    • “The story is great too, truly engaging.”
    • “Great old-school RPG that delivers 100+ hours of gameplay, an intriguing storyline, open world, very good isometric graphics, great writing, and extremely challenging battles especially in hardcore mode.”
    • “The story spends most of its time staring at its own navel and trying to be a trite fantasy plot, while being unwieldy on account of the sheer amount of names and attempts to build an entire mythos, without convincing you to care about that mythos in the first place.”
    • “In the end, the story is utterly predictable and uninteresting, even including the final overly dramatic plot twist, which was telegraphed from miles away.”
    • “If you put a lot of importance on story, dialogue, and choices in an RPG, this game is definitely not for you.”
  • gameplay
    199 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Lords of Xulima" is characterized by its old-school RPG mechanics, offering over 100 hours of content that includes challenging turn-based combat, exploration, and puzzles. While many players appreciate the depth and engaging nature of the gameplay, several criticize the poorly explained mechanics, clunky systems, and frustrating elements like the food mechanic, which can hinder exploration. Overall, the game provides a nostalgic experience for fans of classic RPGs, though it may require patience and a willingness to navigate its complexities.

    • “Lords of Xulima is a surprisingly engaging game given its age, and the gameplay isn't terribly complex.”
    • “The gameplay is traditional and only challenging if you're out-leveled.”
    • “Hours of compelling and addictive old-school tactical turn-based RPG goodness, with a lot of attention to detail in crafting the world, its lore, and its gameplay mechanics.”
    • “The game is really bad at explaining its mechanics.”
    • “Because the game is very bad at explaining mechanics and some skills and abilities get obsolete very quickly, the chances that you will think about restarting the game at some point are extremely high, because you will understand that some of your characters are ruined.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive and frustrating (you miss a good 50-75% of the time, your opponents hit 90% of the time).”
  • graphics
    128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the charming art style and vibrant, hand-drawn visuals that evoke nostalgia for classic RPGs. While some players find the graphics to be simple yet effective, others note that they may feel outdated compared to modern standards. Overall, the visuals are generally considered pleasant and fitting for the game's aesthetic, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are very beautiful, the soundtrack very nice and the gameplay so marvelous.”
    • “The art style is very interesting, the game is very colorful, with a vast amount of 2D graphics, which I really appreciate.”
    • “Graphically, the world is really vibrant and varied.”
    • “The graphics are poor to mediocre at best.”
    • “The graphical side of things is a little too poorly executed for my taste to give this a thumbs up, when even a 17-year-old game like Baldur's Gate 1 looks better and has more detailed backdrops.”
    • “The graphics have a bizarre look to them like they were made in a really cheap 3D model studio.”
  • music
    74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting its beautiful melodies and fitting compositions that complement the game's art style. While the soundtrack is generally well-received, some users mention a lack of variety, leading to repetitive listening during extended play sessions. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the immersive experience, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The music is absolutely gorgeous, the graphics are beautiful with their own charm, and the gameplay is really nice and addictive too.”
    • “The art style suits this type of game very well and the music is very soothing, making playing this game a very enjoyable experience.”
    • “The soundtrack is mostly instrumental and not only relaxing but fitting for each environment, and I would love the ability to purchase the soundtrack on Steam.”
    • “Unfortunately, there isn't a lot of different songs in the game, so you hear a lot of repeats.”
    • “The first time I played this game was at one in the morning, and the music was only helping to make me tired and want to sleep.”
    • “The possibilities of your characters are very few, 1 spell for your magician, 1 song for your bard, 1 attack for your warriors.”
  • grinding
    73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, particularly in the later stages where resource management and leveling up can feel like a slog. While some appreciate the nostalgic challenge reminiscent of classic RPGs, others criticize the lack of engaging mechanics and the overwhelming necessity to grind, leading to burnout and frustration. Overall, the game is described as grindy, with a significant emphasis on farming and leveling that may deter casual players.

    • “Elegant logistics, basic but not tedious.”
    • “The game gets very tedious and grindy after a while.”
    • “My brother put it best: 'After grinding all the way to level 10, I realized I wasn't having any fun.'”
    • “The outright necessary grinding is overwhelming.”
  • character development
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in this game is generally viewed as less deep compared to classics like Baldur's Gate 2 or Pillars of Eternity, with a more straightforward approach that emphasizes class mechanics and combat strategies. While some players appreciate the strong class system and engaging lore, others note that mistakes in character development can lead to frustrating consequences, requiring reloads to correct. Overall, the game prioritizes gameplay and exploration over intricate character narratives.

    • “This game is fun, the lore is charming, and character development/class mechanics are strong.”
    • “- amazing class system and an amazing and deep character development tree for each class”
    • “The story is great, from start to finish, the character development is really great as well, and the game's lore is complete and satisfying.”
    • “This is not a deep character development type CRPG like BG2 or even PoE, but the gameplay is surprisingly entertaining and makes up for that.”
    • “If you make any mistakes in character development, it is impossible to take back short of reloading however far into the past.”
    • “Advancement: a new definition of the term linear character development.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is generally praised, with many players reporting minimal to no bugs or crashes. While some minor glitches, such as issues with quest completion and menu navigation, have been noted, the game is considered polished and runs smoothly compared to many contemporary releases. Players appreciate the lack of major stability issues, enhancing their overall experience.

    • “A very polished, bug-free old-school RPG, in the style of Baldur's Gate, that has many cool ideas.”
    • “This is a decent, if not terribly inspired, group-based CRPG that is mostly bug-free.”
    • “Very good game, no bugs, runs great, not one crash. Very strategic game; at the moment, I'm trying to get through in old school mode without one character dying.”
    • “If you still survive this battle, it's very common that the game freezes at the loading screen.”
    • “- small glitches in quests (could not turn in one quest)”
    • “- minor menu glitches”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its cozy fantasy setting, enhanced by beautiful art and immersive music that captivates players. The combination of isometric exploration, day and night cycles, and weather effects contributes to a charming and engaging experience, making the world feel alive and inviting. Overall, players appreciate the blend of adventure, exploration, and a nostalgic 90s vibe that enriches the gameplay.

    • “It's a simple adventure narrative-wise, but with a very cozy fantasy atmosphere, challenging turn-based combat in FPP, isometric exploration (with traps, riddles, secrets, chests, all the good stuff) and very well-made character customization.”
    • “Finally, a game where everything from exploration to combat to crafting is all interesting (and that is saying something for me as I hate crafting). I love the music in the game and the relaxing atmosphere it has; for the first time since Football Manager (totally different game, I know), I am totally immersed in a game.”
    • “Finally, a game where everything from exploration to combat to crafting is all interesting (and that is saying something for me as I hate crafting). I love the music in the game and the relaxing atmosphere it has. For the first time since Football Manager (totally different game, I know), I am totally immersed in a game.”
    • “The art is beautiful and the music is gorgeous, which creates a very immersive atmosphere.”
    • “There's a 90's atmosphere in the whole game.”
  • optimization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is inconsistent, particularly on Linux and Steam Deck, where users report significant performance issues, including lag and graphical glitches. While some players experience smooth gameplay and a well-designed interface, others face severe problems that hinder playability, especially when using Proton. The optimization appears to be better on other platforms, but still requires improvements to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Trust me, the vast majority of the time you'll see performance indicators letting you know a problem is coming.”
    • “The German in me demands process optimization.”
    • “The game runs smoothly and the interface is fantastic.”
    • “For anyone thinking to buy this to play it on Linux (and/or the Steam Deck), be warned that the port is awful and has terrible performance.”
    • “Proton has better performance, but there is an annoying bug with the text; it's pixelated and misplaced on the GUI, and only the first line of dialogs is rendered, making the game unplayable.”
    • “Just a small warning - I found the performance under Linux abysmal; even just moving on the map caused stutter every 1-2 seconds.”
  • replayability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game offers a mix of high and low replayability experiences. While some players appreciate the variety of classes and party combinations that encourage multiple playthroughs, others feel that replay value is limited primarily to attempting harder difficulties. However, many agree that the diverse gameplay options provide a solid foundation for replayability.

    • “This game has that, a decent story, some interesting classes and synergy between them, tons of things to do, and a lot of gameplay and replayability on top of that.”
    • “I feel the game has a good replay value since your party consists of 6 members and there are a total of 9 possible classes to mix and match with 100 different skills to choose from.”
    • “The replay value is very low, except to try on harder difficulties.”
    • “As I cannot decide on an ideal party, there should hopefully be plenty of replayability.”
    • “You get 5 extra party members out of 9 classes, so there's a healthy amount of replayability for different party and weapon combinations.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players enjoying quirky elements like giggling mushrooms, cackling skulls, and witty dialogue that adds charm to the experience. While the comedic aspects are endearing and contribute to the game's entertainment value, some players feel that the overall visual production detracts from the enjoyment. Despite some gameplay balance issues, the humor consistently keeps players engaged and entertained.

    • “Game made me laugh more than a few times and kept me up late into the night quite a few nights as I played.”
    • “There are little mushrooms that giggle at you, goblins that giggle at you differently, talking skulls that cackle at you, guards that say 'I am your master'... it's funny, endearing, and I love it.”
    • “The dialog is funny and witty, the combat is polished as well as the rest of the game.”
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Lords of Xulima is a role playing game with fantasy and historical themes.

Lords of Xulima is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 77 hours playing Lords of Xulima.

Lords of Xulima was released on November 14, 2014.

Lords of Xulima was developed by Numantian Games.

Lords of Xulima has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Lords of Xulima is a single player game.

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