Miasma Chronicles

79%
Game Brain Score Based on 542 reviews
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Reviews

79%
Audience ScoreBased on 542 reviews
story161 positive mentions
stability19 negative mentions
  • Miasma Chronicles offers a visually stunning world with richly detailed environments and impressive graphics.
  • The game features engaging tactical gameplay that combines stealth mechanics with turn-based combat, allowing for strategic planning and execution.
  • The characters and story, while sometimes predictable, provide a fun and entertaining narrative that keeps players invested.
  • The game suffers from balancing issues, with enemies often having unfair advantages in combat, leading to frustrating encounters.
  • There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
  • The writing and dialogue can be cheesy and lack depth, making some characters feel one-dimensional and detracting from the overall experience.
  • story409 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its engaging characters, enjoyable twists, and interesting world-building, while others criticize it for being predictable, filled with clichés, and poorly executed in terms of writing and plot development. Many reviewers noted that while the story starts strong, it often suffers from pacing issues and a lack of depth, particularly in the final act. Overall, the narrative is seen as a significant aspect of the game, but opinions vary widely on its quality and execution.

    • “I really hope it manages to find its audience and we get to see the sequel, as the story goes in interesting directions, but feels like just the beginning of a bigger saga.”
    • “The story is well written so far, along with a great plot!”
    • “The game has an interesting story that takes a few unexpected turns and is filled with little tidbits of lore that often have bits of silly humor.”
    • “Now for the worst part, the writing and plot for the main story.”
    • “When it comes to the main storyline, however, it is so filled with overused tropes, poorly explained or justified situations, and it just doesn't make sense or feel reasonable to anyone with a brain.”
    • “The story is just complete crap that ruins the entire game.”
  • gameplay181 mentions

    The gameplay in "Miasma Chronicles" is a blend of tactical turn-based combat and stealth mechanics, reminiscent of its predecessor, "Mutant Year Zero." While many players appreciate the challenging nature and depth of the combat system, some criticize the balance and repetitiveness, particularly in higher difficulties. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with engaging mechanics, though it may require a learning curve for newcomers to the genre.

    • “It's a mix of stealth gameplay and tactical turn-based combat; most of the time you need to prepare for a fight by stealthily removing some of the enemies.”
    • “The gameplay is a satisfying loop combining stealth sniping with the tactical turn-based shooter combat system codified by XCOM.”
    • “The game has a huge emphasis on stealth gameplay, and the mechanics are fun and engaging.”
    • “The gameplay is extremely difficult and I wouldn't consider it remotely fun on any difficulty other than the easiest.”
    • “The tactics are thoroughly broken as the hit calculations for your team and the enemies don't match, nor do they match the values presented in gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay does get repetitive after a while, managing your resources with a few very strange choices in the game economy (like glass bottles costing 2 times more than grenades, ridiculous sell prices etc) and tactical gameplay.”
  • graphics101 mentions

    The graphics in Miasma Chronicles are widely praised for their stunning visuals and detailed art style, effectively capturing the post-apocalyptic atmosphere. While the game demands a decent rig for optimal performance, many players find the graphical fidelity to be a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience despite some minor optimization issues. Overall, the visuals are considered top-notch, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “Graphics are snazzy, capturing the post-apocalyptic vibe.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous, the gameplay exactly what I loved about Mutant Year Zero, and the story is brilliant.”
    • “The visuals were jaw-dropping in multiple places; the environments look so incredible.”
    • “Big issue I had, in select locations there was graphical stuttering with the miasmas in the game.”
    • “On the lowest graphic setting, this game looks absolutely horrible and is still lagging...”
    • “The only thing I criticize is the dark and almost colorless graphics, even when it takes place indoors.”
  • humor22 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by sharp satire and over-the-top dark comedy, often poking fun at modern society and post-apocalyptic tropes. While many players find the character writing and comedic moments genuinely funny, some feel that the humor can become repetitive over time. Overall, the blend of witty dialogue, pop culture references, and absurd scenarios contributes to an entertaining experience, though opinions on its effectiveness vary.

    • “The satire and commentary of modern society is hilarious and very on the nose with many points.”
    • “1) A tongue-in-cheek, over-the-top dark humor Fallout parody with random comedic lines and a 'so bad it's good' story.”
    • “His combat banter is done very well and his dialogue during cutscenes and world exploration is legitimately funny.”
  • stability19 mentions

    The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting various bugs and glitches, including crashes and visual issues, though most consider them minor and not game-breaking. Some users experienced significant problems, while others reported smooth gameplay with only occasional minor glitches. Overall, while there are stability concerns, many players still found the game enjoyable despite these issues.

    • “The game is a buggy mess right now.”
    • “My game has crashed 5-6 times - occasionally freezes during death cam and whatnot.”
    • “First: there's bugs and glitches abound (this long after release...).”
  • music17 mentions

    The music in the game has received positive feedback for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and immerse players in the experience, with many praising the soundtrack as engaging and fitting for the game's environment. While some noted minor glitches and a few moments of inconsistency, the overall sound design, including ambient sounds and combat music, contributes significantly to the game's appeal. However, a few reviewers found the music less memorable, particularly during key moments like the final boss fight.

    • “Kudos for a great solid game with an original and engaging story and awesome music.”
    • “Another part of this game I can't rave about enough is the soundtrack; it really makes you feel powerful and tense throughout your battles.”
    • “The visuals, sounds, and music are on point for a game that is set in a post-apocalyptic world.”
    • “Sounds and music stop and resume all the time.”
    • “- music not very memorable.”
    • “I don't like wearing earphones, so I mostly just read the dialogue and cannot speak to the music.”
  • optimization14 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance demands that require a powerful rig or adjustments to graphical settings. While some users report occasional stuttering and performance drops in specific areas, others find the overall experience acceptable, citing good visuals and a lack of game-breaking bugs. There is a general consensus that further patches and optimizations are needed to enhance stability and performance.

    • “The special effects chosen to represent things do a good job; I didn't encounter any noticeable glitches that stuck with me, and performance wasn't an issue for me.”
    • “Good graphics, okay optimization, and no game-breaking bugs, so that's good, I guess.”
    • “It's optimized well.”
    • “Performance-wise, it's quite demanding and requires a decent rig or lowering of graphical settings.”
    • “Specific areas have heavy performance drops.”
    • “I have no doubt this will be fixed in the future, but this lack of optimization leads to some very frustrating encounters.”
  • replayability14 mentions

    Overall, the reviews indicate a significant lack of replayability in the game, with many players expressing disappointment over the limited character choices, linear gameplay, and minimal rewards for exploration. While some mention the potential for different tactics, the consensus is that once the puzzles and strategies are figured out, the game loses its appeal, leading to a quick decline in interest. Many reviewers hope for future updates that could enhance replay value through additional content and gameplay options.

    • “At least this game still has replayability value and allows for different tactics unlike their previous works.”
    • “I hope in the future developers will give us more content (storyline, new weapon types, maps, etc.) and replay value.”
    • “I think adding some more tools for the players so they can play or resolve battle encounters in different ways will add a lot of life to this game and replayability.”
    • “The game's only drawbacks are a hefty price tag for minimal replayability and some minor bugs, which were fixable.”
    • “Replayability just isn't there for me unfortunately, which is a big reason I regret buying the game.”
    • “Aaaand replayability is just non-existent; once you figure out the puzzles, all 'tacticability' is out the window, making it pointless to do it all over again.”
  • atmosphere11 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its stunning visuals, immersive sound design, and overall tone as standout features. While some players noted issues with gameplay mechanics and bugs, the effort put into creating a captivating atmosphere is consistently recognized, contributing to an engaging experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a major strength, often rated highly by users.

    • “Game is longer (than myz) and you have more choices with characters and weapons etc. Game has stunning visuals - the artwork's been great, plus the music and sound effects really helped create the atmosphere.”
    • “Awesome atmosphere, fun combat, good story, nice voice acting and characters.”
    • “Graphics and atmosphere are top notch.”
    • “Game is longer than myz and you have more choices with characters and weapons, etc. The game has stunning visuals - the artwork has been great, plus the music and sound effects really helped create the atmosphere.”
    • “This hit me especially hard, because in 'Mutant: Year Zero' I really liked the atmosphere and story, and the characters came together well.”
    • “Love the atmosphere.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development in the game is highlighted by excellent character designs and voice acting, with well-reflected personalities that provide comedic and emotional moments. However, the storyline suffers from a narrow focus and a disappointing final act that disrupts the character arcs, leading to a dissonance between gameplay and narrative. While the supporting cast experiences interesting development, the overall execution feels rushed and repetitive, detracting from the strengths of the writing.

    • “The character designs look great with excellent voice acting.”
    • “Great character design between their looks and amazing outfits; they are all beautifully crafted. The personalities of each character are well reflected through the game and make for some extremely comedic and heart-wrenching lines throughout the game.”
    • “The character development was done very well compared to most games these days.”
    • “The storyline is very narrow, the gameplay is slightly repetitive, and the story itself suffers from a disappointing final act that lets down some of the strengths of the game's writing, leading to some dissonance as the story demonstrates an absurd gameplay/character development dissonance moment that really leaves a sour note in the last act.”
    • “As far as character development, there really aren't that many skills to choose from, which makes it very repetitive.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lacking, particularly due to limited currency acquisition and the effort required for farming. While the game is accessible and avoids random battles, the slow pacing and heavy stealth elements can make certain sections feel overly drawn out. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as more of a chore than a rewarding challenge.

    • “The currency feels lacking as you can only get a limited amount throughout the game; farming the arena is possible, but I don't feel it's worth the effort and time.”
    • “This just felt tedious.”
    • “Unfortunately, extreme difficulty makes certain parts of the game way too tedious, but not difficult.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game excels in its emotional depth, featuring beautifully crafted character designs and outfits that enhance their distinct personalities. Players appreciate the blend of comedic and heart-wrenching moments, which contribute to a rich emotional experience.

    • “So incredibly emotional.”
    • “The character design is fantastic; their looks and amazing outfits are beautifully crafted. Each character's personality is well reflected throughout the game, leading to some extremely comedic and heart-wrenching moments.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy has been criticized for its intrusive nature, particularly during key gameplay moments, where players must engage with ads to progress, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The monetization system feels exploitative, as it forces players to watch ads just to progress in the game.”
    • “I can't believe how many in-game purchases are required to enjoy the full experience; it feels like a cash grab.”
    • “The constant interruptions from ads make it nearly impossible to immerse myself in the gameplay.”
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Play time

30hMedian play time
29hAverage play time
11-54hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 9 analyzed playthroughs

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