Lunar Stone: Origin of Blood
- November 18, 2016
- Zenox Studio
Get on Steam"Lunar Stone: Origin of Blood" is an action-adventure game set in a mystical world inspired by Asian mythology. As the last descendant of a legendary hero, players must uncover the truth about their lineage and save their people from an ancient curse. The game features fast-paced combat, exploration, and puzzle-solving, with a unique magical system that allows players to harness the power of the moon.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
PlayStation
PlayStation VR
Reviews
- The game features impressive graphics and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
- The boss fights are engaging and provide a sense of challenge, making them a highlight of the gameplay.
- The weapon system is interesting, offering different fighting styles that can be enjoyable to experiment with.
- The game is extremely short, with a total playtime of around 30 minutes, which feels inadequate for the price.
- The dodging mechanic is poorly implemented, often leading to frustration and breaking immersion.
- Voice acting and localization are subpar, with many awkward translations and delivery that detracts from the experience.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with intuitive mechanics and impressive graphics, though it is criticized for being a typical wave shooter with limited movement. While some players enjoy the boss fights and frantic action, others find the dodging mechanic unwieldy and the overall experience repetitive. Despite mixed feelings, many agree that the game offers a fun experience, especially if played at a lower price point.
“Graphics are good, gameplay mechanics are easy to learn and intuitive.”
“I am tired of wave shooters where you don't move, but the gameplay and graphics are so good, I don't mind for this game.”
“The boss fights are fun, the minion fights that lead up to the boss are simple wave mechanic style and appropriate for the overall package of gameplay elements.”
“It takes about 15 minutes to go through the game, and you could extend gameplay by playing through again with different weapons, but there really is not a point to.”
“From the many ridiculous translation errors and the extremely chaotic pace of the story to the atrocious voice acting and the mind-numbingly boring gameplay, this is just another wave shooter, wrapped in something bad that will leave a sour taste in your mouth.”
“The dodge mechanic is unwieldy.”
- story15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely criticized for being thin and poorly executed, with many reviewers noting its lack of depth and coherence. While some see potential in the narrative, it is marred by translation errors, chaotic pacing, and minimal dialogue, leading to a disappointing experience for those seeking a rich story. Overall, the narrative feels more like an afterthought in a game that prioritizes gameplay over storytelling.
“The story has some potential.”
“The story is very simple, but so was the original Castlevania story.”
“You can see there was some thought put into the moment where it lined up with some story or concept that was supposed to go somewhere.”
“I cannot recommend the game if you are interested in playing it for the story.”
“The story is thin, almost non-existing.”
“The story has some potential, but the actual dialog was completely lacking, and though the story may have some creative possibilities, it literally consists of a dozen or so lines.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are praised for their quality and polish, with many users highlighting stunning visuals and excellent production values. However, some critiques mention issues like clipping and a need for further refinement. Despite these drawbacks, the graphics contribute positively to the overall gameplay experience.
“I hope this gets developed further; the graphics and gameplay are stunning.”
“The production values are definitely there; the overall theme and graphics are spot on.”
“Amazing graphics.”
“The interaction is clunky and the graphics are plagued with horrible clipping issues and are unrefined.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for being original and well-suited to the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. While it is considered above average, some users suggest that it could benefit from compression to improve its impact. Overall, it receives a rating of 6.
“The music is original and fitting for the mood of the game.”
“The music is more than average, but it could benefit from some compression.”
“Music - more than average but needs to be compressed”
“Music - 6”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally considered average, with some users rating it a 7 out of 10, indicating that while it performs adequately, there may be room for improvement in terms of efficiency and performance.
“The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I love how the developers have focused on optimization; it really enhances the overall experience.”
“The game's optimization is top-notch, making it accessible for a wider range of players.”
“Optimization is just average; it doesn't really stand out.”
“The optimization feels like a 7 out of 10; it's decent but could use significant improvements.”
“Overall, the optimization is lacking and needs a lot of work to enhance performance.”
