Millennium 3: Cry Wolf
- August 29, 2014
- Aldorlea Games
Get on SteamIn "Millennium 3: Cry Wolf," Marine and her friends continue their journey in the Eastern world, searching for new allies while dealing with the Lords of Mystrock. The game features 40 quests, 32 secret rooms, and up to 30 hours of gameplay. With an immersive story and the introduction of new characters, this episode is a great addition to Aldorlea's flagship series, with a total of 20 characters across all five episodes. Unlock 40+ achievements and enjoy this RPG with its challenging battles and intriguing storyline.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features engaging characters like Merline, Salome, Jack, and James, who bring humor and excitement to the gameplay.
- It offers a good mix of exploration, side quests, and puzzles, making it enjoyable for players who love to discover hidden content.
- The music and art quality are commendable, providing a unique and immersive experience compared to other RPG Maker titles.
- The game suffers from technical issues, such as crashes on low-end devices and problems with inventory management.
- Many enemies are overly aggressive, often locking onto players and forcing them into battles, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
- The story lacks depth and character development, making it difficult for players to connect with the narrative.
- story31 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story in the Millennium series is characterized by its ongoing character development and a narrative that builds across multiple sequels, offering players a mix of main quests and numerous side quests that enhance the experience. While some reviews note the plot as generic and the writing as subpar, others appreciate the engaging gameplay and the ability to choose difficulty levels, which allows for a more immersive experience. Overall, the series is praised for its nostalgic RPG elements, despite some frustrations with quest order and missable content.
“The story is there and so is character development.”
“I love old school RPGs, and the Millennium series gives you that experience with a storyline that continues through several sequel games.”
“The story is quite alright for a game that is part of a series with a continuing narrative; it very quickly establishes the basics of the setting and the roles of different characters.”
“However, there's still nothing in the story.”
“Tldr: Millennium series is your generic run-of-the-mill, mass-produced RPG Maker titles with mediocre plot and subpar writing.”
“Some of the quests have to be done in a certain order for the story to proceed.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its originality and quality, featuring a diverse range of melodic and catchy tunes alongside soft, moody background scores. Reviewers appreciate the absence of recycled RPG Maker audio, noting that the soundtrack contributes significantly to the overall experience and sets it apart from other games in the genre.
“The music score is one of the best ever, featuring very melodic catchy tunes and soft moody background expressions.”
“This game has custom art, music, and sounds, with no reused RPG Maker assets.”
“Many games seem to repeat the same flat audio, and I'm happy to see the Millennium series is more unique.”
“Many of the games seem to repeat the same flat audio/music, and I am happy to see the Millennium series is more unique.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the graphics performance may be subpar on lower-end systems, particularly those with an Intel HD Graphics 4000 card, indicating potential issues with visual quality and frame rates. Overall, the game's graphics may not meet expectations for players with similar hardware specifications.
“The graphics are subpar, especially considering the hardware I'm using. I'm on an i5 processor, 4GB RAM, and an Intel HD Graphics 4000 card, so I expect others with similar specs will face the same issues.”
“The visuals are disappointing and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
“I was expecting better graphics; they look bland and unpolished, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a mixed response to character development; while some acknowledge a presence of story and development, others feel disconnected and believe that the characters lack depth and relatability.
“The story is engaging, and the character development is truly impressive.”
“The depth of character development adds layers to the narrative, making each character feel real and relatable.”
“I love how the character development evolves throughout the game, allowing players to form a strong connection with each character.”
“I still can't relate to any of the characters, and there's no character development at all.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Gameplay is praised for its customizable difficulty settings, allowing players to choose modes like story mode for a more immersive experience. The inclusion of directional arrows helps prevent players from getting lost, enhancing navigation. Additionally, there are enjoyable mechanics tied to characters, though specifics are kept under wraps to avoid spoilers.
“I love how you can select your level of difficulty. I always select story mode for a more visionary and involved gameplay. You can select arrows that show you overall where to go, which is helpful because it can be easy to get lost or take too long to find your way in these games. This is a big plus for me.”
“There are some fun mechanics in the game connected to some of the characters, but I will not speak of those as that could spoil the game.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“I found the controls to be unresponsive at times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, with long stretches of downtime that make it feel tedious.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that the game includes grindy achievements, with at least one achievement potentially requiring around three hours to complete.
“The grinding for achievements is excessive; some take around 3 hours to complete, which feels like a chore.”
“Achievements require too much grinding, making the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
“The grind for achievements is tedious and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive design, with distinct locales that effectively convey their unique environments, particularly the underground areas that enhance the feeling of being below the surface.
“The overall atmosphere of the game is well crafted; different locales feel distinct, and especially the underground portions make you truly feel like you are beneath the surface.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every location feel unique and alive.”
“The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, with each environment contributing to a sense of wonder and exploration.”
“The overall atmosphere of the game is well made; different locales feel distinct, and especially the underground portions make you feel like you are truly underground.”
“The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it hard to immerse myself in the world.”
“While the visuals are impressive, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, failing to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
