Magical Valkyrie Lyristia
- July 16, 2021
- ShiBoo!
Get on SteamIn "Magical Valkyrie Lyristia," players navigate a contemporary RPG setting where the evil organization Fakker terrorizes citizens at night. Magical Valkyrie Frostia fights against them, and the game introduces a new character with the potential to transform into Magical Valkyrie Lyristia. The game features turn-based combat, leveling, and skill systems for an engaging experience.
Reviews
- The art style is cute and well-executed, with excellent animations and character designs.
- The combat system is innovative and offers some interesting mechanics, making battles engaging despite some frustrations.
- The game has a solid soundtrack and a fun story, with a lot of love put into its overall presentation.
- The game feels incomplete, as it only allows players to face one of the four intended bosses, leading to a sense of abruptness in the story.
- All H-scenes are non-consensual and can be disturbing, which may alienate players who prefer more consensual content.
- The gameplay is linear and grindy, lacking customization and exploration, which diminishes replay value and overall enjoyment.
- story18 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as enjoyable but notably short, with many players expressing disappointment over its abrupt ending and lack of resolution. While the linear narrative and engaging voice acting are praised, the absence of side quests and open-world elements limits its depth. Overall, players hope for a sequel to expand on the incomplete storyline and provide a more fulfilling experience.
“Hope it gets a sequel to continue the story.”
“The game is something of a superhero origin story in that only a portion of the evil organization is defeated within the game, allowing for more expansions.”
“The voice acting is good and the story is fun but could've used some open-world elements to flesh it out with more gameplay.”
“I just can't recommend this game because it's too short (around 4 hours to do 100%), has no free time (just dungeon time) and worst of all: despite beating the last story boss, the story is incomplete.”
“It's just a fully linear story, where you fight the same enemies over and over until you get to the bosses to advance the story.”
“- abrupt story ending”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and occasional annoyance, particularly in combat, which can feel unbalanced and luck-based rather than skill-driven. While some players appreciate the unique mechanics and engaging story, they note that the gameplay can be grindy and lacks depth, with calls for more open-world elements to enhance the experience. Overall, the art and writing are praised, but the gameplay leaves room for improvement.
“While the gameplay is relatively easy, the art and writing blew me away to the point where I didn't want to stop playing.”
“The gameplay in this one is surprisingly an extra step more complex than I would expect.”
“Gameplay: around 4 hours going for everything, which is not too much to do.”
“Gameplay is simple and combat annoying, and the scenes aren't even good.”
“I can only assume the dev had no clue of how to properly balance the game, so they instead introduce other mechanics that make battles (even basic mobs) more a contest of luck than skill (or stats).”
“- gameplay can be annoying & grindy”
- grinding4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is largely linear and can be perceived as annoying, with some players noting that it focuses on upgrading gears rather than traditional grinding for rare drops. However, there are also mentions of minimal grinding required, suggesting a varied experience depending on player expectations.
“It is a very linear grinding simulator.”
“Gameplay can be annoying and grindy.”
“Upgradeable gear rather than hard grinding for rare drops.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their adorable art style and impressive artwork, featuring a variety of scenes. Reviewers particularly appreciate the attention to detail, including the clothing damage mechanics integrated into the combat system.
“The art style is quite adorable.”
“This game has great artwork with plenty of different scenes.”
“I really love the art style and the clothing damage feature in the combat system.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The background music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting it as solid and enhancing the overall experience.
“The background music is pretty solid.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as a standout feature, though its bleakness, particularly during the "ero" segments, may deter some players on their initial experience.
“The atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
“The game's atmosphere is immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the environment.”
“Every sound and visual element contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout.”
“It's a real gem, in spite of its flaws, but I know the bleak atmosphere during the 'ero' aspects of the game might draw people away on their first playthrough.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers some replay value, but it is minimal and lacks a sense of accomplishment, making it less enticing for players to revisit.
“There is replay value, but it is extremely minor and doesn't feel very rewarding.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
