Melancholy Republic

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Melancholy Republic is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Cloud Runner Studios and was released on April 12, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Melancholy Republic" is a cinematic, story-driven game set in the city-state of Lorna, where players uncover conspiracies and the tales of broken souls. Explore a vast world filled with detailed political and cultural intrigue, hundreds of characters, and a rich original soundtrack. Experience a deep and tragic story of love, loss, and conspiracy in this character-driven adventure.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

story22 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a compelling and emotional story with well-developed characters, showcasing a unique political setting.
The soundtrack is beautiful and enhances the overall experience, with some tracks being particularly memorable.
Visually, the game is stunning for an RPG Maker title, with impressive graphics and atmospheric environments.

The game lacks basic functionality, such as a proper menu and customizable controls, leading to a frustrating user experience.
It is more of a visual novel than a traditional RPG, which may disappoint players expecting combat and gameplay mechanics.
The writing suffers from pacing issues, plot holes, and a lack of nuance, making some character arcs feel shallow and underdeveloped.

story
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
58%
5%
The game's story is a mixed bag, praised for its emotional depth, beautiful soundtrack, and compelling characters, yet criticized for plot holes, inconsistent dialogue, and a rushed ending. While some players found the narrative captivating and well-written, others felt it lacked interactivity and left them wanting more. Overall, it appeals primarily to those who appreciate story-driven experiences, despite its shortcomings.
- “Excellent story and characters, emotional, well-written, and absolutely beautiful soundtrack.”
- “I loved the story to this game and the graphical style; the atmosphere was a good mix of fun scenes and sad scenes, with some rare, actually good fourth wall/meta humor.”
- “Absolutely sublime, and as used by RPGs of yonder years, this has a massive impact in the storytelling; it's up there with some of the best ever.”
- “The mystery gets abandoned within a day of the story, and the ending twist, so key to the tragedy, never bothers to explain how Kromwell predicted their plan.”
- “And for a visual novel, there are numerous plot holes and clichés that make this rank pretty low on the bar for good storytelling.”
- “The dialogue is a bit inconsistent in tone; while part of the story was heavily enhanced by the writing, at times the dialogue seemed unfit for what it intended to deliver.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
18%
9%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and emotional resonance, complementing the story and character depth effectively. While the soundtrack is considered excellent, some reviewers noted a desire for more variety during the ending credits. Overall, the music is a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Excellent story and characters, emotional, well-written, and absolutely beautiful soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is beautiful and quite appropriate for the story.”
- “First of all, I need to mention how amazing the soundtrack is.”
- “Perhaps during the ending credits when a particular piece is on repeat, I wish there'd be more variety, but it's the only complaint about the soundtrack I can muster.”
- “While I have yet to definitively comment on it, the obvious plus point is the soundtrack!”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The gameplay has been noted for its potential, with players expressing a desire for a more substantial focus on the political aspects of being a senator, such as law-making and political maneuvering. While the current mechanics are engaging, there are missed opportunities for deeper political gameplay, which could enhance the experience in future installments. Additionally, a minor frustration was mentioned regarding the F12 key, which exits the gameplay instead of taking a screenshot.
- “I would have loved to see a deeper look at the political schemes of the Senate, with gameplay built around politics, passing and voting laws, convincing people to sponsor your propositions, and making political deals. Maybe we could see that in a sequel about the main character's father and the events that lead to his assassination.”
- “It also felt like there were a few missed opportunities, like the actual work as a senator not having a bigger part in the gameplay, but that could possibly stray too far from the original concept.”
- “I would have loved to see a deeper look at the political schemes of the senate, with gameplay built around politics, passing and voting laws, convincing people to sponsor your propositions, and making political deals. Maybe we could see that in a sequel about the main character's father and the events that lead to his assassination.”
- “Don't press F12 (screenshot) as it exits gameplay.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its excellent storytelling, well-developed characters, and emotional depth, complemented by a beautiful soundtrack. Despite these strengths, it currently has a mixed reception with only 16 reviews, which some players find disheartening.
- “Excellent story and characters, emotional, well-written, and absolutely beautiful soundtrack.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its effective blend of fun and poignant moments, enhanced by a unique graphical style and clever fourth wall humor. Reviewers appreciate how these elements contribute to an engaging and emotionally resonant experience.
- “I loved the story of this game and the graphical style; the atmosphere was a good mix of fun scenes and sad scenes, with some rare, actually good fourth wall/meta humor.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics are praised for their unique style, effectively blending fun and somber scenes to create a captivating atmosphere. Additionally, the incorporation of clever fourth wall and meta humor enhances the overall visual experience.
- “I loved the story of this game and the graphical style; the atmosphere was a good mix of fun scenes and sad scenes, with some rare, actually good fourth wall/meta humor.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with multiple users stating that there is essentially no incentive to play it again after the initial experience.
- “Replay value is non-existent.”
- “Replay value is non-existent.”