Mad Nords: Probably an Epic Quest
- December 1, 2016
- Dragon's Games
Get on Steam"Mad Nords: Probably an Epic Quest" is a humorous action-adventure game set in a fantasy world filled with quirky characters and epic quests. As a hero chosen by the gods, you'll explore, fight monsters, and solve puzzles to save the land from doom. With its unique blend of humor and adventure, Mad Nords offers a lighthearted and engaging experience.
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Reviews
- The game features dynamic and engaging combat, making it enjoyable despite its simple mechanics.
- It has a humorous and absurd storyline with a large scale, complemented by a variety of interesting side quests.
- The art style, music, and overall atmosphere contribute to a charming retro RPG experience that many players find addictive.
- Some players find the combat system to be simplistic and repetitive, lacking depth against stronger enemies.
- There are reports of technical issues, particularly with the game not launching on Mac systems.
- The game can feel grindy at times, and some players noted a lack of variety in character design and encounters.
- story13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story in "Mad Nords: Probably an Epic Quest" begins slowly but expands into a large-scale, goofy narrative filled with absurd situations and humorous interactions. While the main plot may feel chaotic and lacks a clear overarching direction, the game offers a wealth of side quests that contribute to its entertaining atmosphere. Players can expect a blend of old-school RPG elements with a lighthearted tone, despite some criticism of the combat mechanics.
“The main storyline plot is quite crazy, as well as the sidequests and some absurd situations coming from the interactions with NPCs, which contributes to its overall atmosphere of funny disbelief.”
“Story starts a bit slowly, but after exiting the first town you aren't actually limited in where you can go, and it turns out that the story, despite being goofy, has quite a big scale.”
“It has amazing art graphics, gameplay, and storyline.”
“Eh... it's a simple RPG based on messenger quests; there's no overarching story, as far as I can tell after an hour or so of gameplay.”
“Okay, get robe, then 5 more side quests, 3 more towns... wait, what am I doing again?”
“The main storyline plot is quite crazy, as well as the side quests and some absurd situations coming from the interactions with NPCs, which contributes to its overall atmosphere of funny disbelief.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its absurd and quirky storyline, amusing NPC interactions, and entertaining music that contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere. While the humor is generally effective and engaging, some players note that the combat mechanics are less enjoyable, contrasting with the overall comedic tone of the game. Overall, it is described as a funny and addictive RPG that successfully captures the essence of old-school gaming humor.
“It also was insanely funny and easy to learn.”
“The main storyline plot is quite crazy, as well as the sidequests and some absurd situations coming from the interactions with NPCs, contributing to its overall atmosphere of funny disbelief.”
“The best part about this game is an unusual (and somewhat absurd) humorous plot.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and engaging themes, reminiscent of retro RPGs with a charming 16-bit style. Reviewers appreciate the humorous and fitting soundtracks that enhance the overall experience, despite some criticism of the combat mechanics. Overall, the music effectively captures the nostalgic essence of early PC gaming.
“Also, that theme music is amazing!”
“Very catchy title music here!”
“A retro RPG with a charming art style and music, fun engaging combat, and a bizarre sense of humor.”
“If Skyrim had been developed back in the 1980s, in 16-bit and with MIDI music, it would have looked quite a lot like this game: it’s got Nords, an open world (well, sort of…) and an open ending (waiting for future add-ons), a dragon, some beastfolk, scores of side quests, and it’s just yourself on your probably epic quest (no party to weigh you down).”
“Graphics are a little bit grotesque to my taste, but the music and sound effects are very suitable to that dawn of PC gaming style.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics and a humorous tone, making it accessible with fewer skills and attributes to manage. While it offers a relatively short playtime of 6-8 hours, the presence of nine playable classes enhances replayability. The innovative inventory system, featuring an instant sell button, helps streamline the experience, although the quest structure may feel simplistic.
“It has amazing art, graphics, gameplay, and storyline.”
“The gameplay is quite smooth, with fewer skills and attributes so as not to give you a headache about what to choose during level-up, and a limited inventory that rarely gets over-cluttered (thanks to an excellent 'instant sell button' innovation in your inventory that will save you time dragging all that junk back to town).”
“Gameplay is somewhat short (about 6-8 hours of clean time), but nine playable classes provide good replayability, and at a favorable price.”
“Eh... it's a simple RPG based on messenger quests (there's no overarching story, as far as I can tell after an hour or so of gameplay).”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game features stunning art graphics and a charming retro style that enhances its engaging gameplay and storyline. While some players find the graphics slightly grotesque, the overall aesthetic is complemented by fitting music and sound effects that evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of early PC gaming.
“It has amazing art graphics, gameplay, and storyline.”
“A retro RPG with a charming art style and music, fun engaging combat, and a bizarre sense of humor.”
“Graphics are a little bit grotesque to my taste, but the music and sound effects are very suitable to that dawn of PC gaming style.”
“The graphics are a little bit grotesque for my taste, but the music and sound effects fit well with that dawn of PC gaming style.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, suggesting that while it has its merits, the amount of grinding required can be overwhelming.
“It's good, but way too grindy, to be honest.”
“The game has potential, but the grinding is excessive and tedious.”
“I enjoy the gameplay, but the amount of grinding required to progress is frustrating.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a blend of absurdity and humor, driven by a crazy main storyline and quirky sidequests that create a sense of funny disbelief through engaging interactions with NPCs.
“The main storyline is quite crazy, and the side quests, along with the absurd situations arising from interactions with NPCs, contribute to an overall atmosphere of humorous disbelief.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its unique world filled with vibrant details and captivating soundscapes.”
“Every corner of the environment is meticulously crafted, creating a rich atmosphere that enhances the storytelling and player experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers solid replayability due to its nine playable classes, despite a relatively short gameplay duration of 6-8 hours. This variety encourages players to explore different playstyles, making it a worthwhile experience at a favorable price.
“Gameplay is somewhat short (about 6-8 hours of clean time), but nine playable classes provide excellent replayability at a favorable price.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is hindered by repetitive character design, as players frequently encounter numerous identical characters in villages and towns, which detracts from the overall immersion and uniqueness of the game's world.
