Luna: Shattered Hearts: Episode 1
- November 24, 2014
- Daniel Gill
Get on SteamExplore the infernal abyss of Luna in this action packed RPG Platformer. Confront your dark past and forge your own transformation from being a self-centered disaster to a hero that can change the world. As your party forms a courageous family of rejects you may even find love.
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Reviews
- The art style is visually appealing and has a unique aesthetic.
- The music is enjoyable and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game has potential with an intriguing premise and story elements that could be developed further.
- The controls are unresponsive and awkward, making gameplay frustrating.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that significantly hinder the gaming experience.
- The combat is tedious and poorly balanced, with enemies taking too long to defeat and lacking clear mechanics.
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The story of the game presents an intriguing premise that initially captivates players, but is ultimately undermined by disjointed gameplay and unclear objectives. While some players found the narrative engaging enough to extend their playtime, many criticized the execution, noting a lack of coherence and depth that detracted from the overall experience. The potential for a compelling story exists, but it is overshadowed by gameplay issues and a confusing presentation.
“The story is interesting and was good enough to keep me playing for over 90 minutes when I planned on only 15 - 30.”
“The story first impression seemed like 'ok, two characters - love...drama...bonding...possible use of double players in the moves,' which by far isn't the most original thing out there.”
“But after all, I'm not going to tell you the story that will face us because it's already your adventure.”
“Story plot/info is just vomited at you unsolicited.”
“There is a chance for a decent story, but the gameplay itself makes the possible story not worth going after.”
“The story's first impression seemed like 'ok, two characters - love...drama...bonding...possible use of double players in the moves,' which by far isn't the most original thing out there.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being simplistic and unpolished, featuring basic actions like rolling, slashing, and jumping, but lacking depth and refinement. Many reviewers note that the mechanics are buggy and frustrating, detracting from any potential narrative or enjoyment. Overall, the game is seen as a missed opportunity with a generic platformer feel and poor execution.
“The gameplay is fairly simple, rolling, slashing, and jumping among other actions, fighting against an array of different monsters, collecting items, finding recipes, crafting things. It doesn't have a comprehensive list of items to craft the way a survival game would, but it is still fun.”
“There is a chance for a decent story, but the gameplay itself makes the possible story not worth going after.”
“Remastering the core mechanics would probably improve this game, maybe.”
“But gameplay, level project, plot is totally screwed up.”
“Why do I get the feeling that this game had some interesting ideas and nice potential, but it is all ruined with buggy, unpolished gameplay and visuals, and other annoying stuff...”
“But the mechanics and gameplay are so bad, soooo baaaad.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the hand-made art style and stylish visuals, while others criticize the lack of animation and overall polish, likening it to outdated demos. Despite having potential, many users feel that the execution falls short, resulting in a generic appearance that detracts from the gameplay experience.
“The visuals are pretty impressive and stylish.”
“The art style looks very nice and the premise seems solid.”
“The artwork is hand-made, which is nice.”
“The art style personally I couldn't really care too much for - it reminds me too much of those fairy stickers from Hot Topic, but it looked well executed in the screenshots.”
“Generic platformer with bad gameplay and weird art style.”
“Why do I get the feeling that this game had some interesting ideas and nice potential, but it is all ruined with buggy, unpolished gameplay and visuals, and other annoying stuff...”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it relaxing and enjoyable. Many highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“I did enjoy the music I got to hear.”
“Although the one really nice thing was the soundtrack, which is the biggest plus in the whole game.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively slow and tedious, particularly criticizing the combat for its lack of pace and engagement.
“The battle is unbelievably slow and tedious.”
“One of the main issues is the tediousness of combat.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous glitches and bugs that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the lack of an exit button further frustrates players, overshadowing the game's potential with unpolished gameplay and visuals.
“I only needed to play for a short amount of time to find too many glitches and bugs that ruined the game in general. Plus, there is no exit button when trying to leave the game.”
“Why do I get the feeling that this game had some interesting ideas and nice potential, but it is all ruined by buggy, unpolished gameplay and visuals, along with other annoying issues?”
