Mist Legacy

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Mist Legacy is a MMORPG created by Virtys. The game offer an intricate gameplay system presented in a simple top-view cartographic environment. Mist Legacy use turn-based combat, skill-based progression and material distribution scheme for crafting.

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+14

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 791 reviews

story32 positive mentions

grinding131 negative mentions

In-depth and surprisingly interesting RPG skill-based concepts.
Engaging storyline with a charming art style and immersive atmosphere.
Fun crafting and gathering mechanics that keep players engaged.

Heavy pay-to-win elements, requiring real money for essential features like extra party slots and skill slots.
Slow progression and grind-heavy gameplay, making it tedious to advance.
Frequent server disconnections and technical issues that disrupt gameplay.

story
199 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
79%
5%
The story in "Mist Legacy" is described as immersive and engaging, with a mix of intriguing quests and a captivating atmosphere, though it often falls into the trap of repetitive fetch quests and vague instructions. While some players appreciate the depth and humor in the writing, many express frustration with the quest design, which can lead to confusion and a sense of being stuck due to high skill requirements and unclear objectives. Overall, the narrative has potential but is hindered by gameplay mechanics that can detract from the storytelling experience.
- “With its immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and haunting soundtrack, 'Mist Legacy' offers a gripping and unforgettable adventure for players seeking a unique and atmospheric gaming experience.”
- “At its core, 'Mist Legacy' is a narrative-driven adventure that captivates players with its immersive atmosphere and intriguing storyline.”
- “The dialogue and story elements were engaging, keeping me invested in the world and its characters.”
- “Not really much of a story.”
- “You find yourself skipping all of the quest texts because they are either boring or don't really make sense, and in a game like this the story is half the experience.”
- “Ultimately, even after paying for the game, I quit because of the main quests being halted because one of the skills (one that I wouldn't even take if I was allowed to make my own character and I wasn't forced to take every skill and level it in a linear fashion) is not high enough to continue, and would take dozens and dozens of hours to reach the required level.”
grinding
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant focus, with many players noting it as both a core feature and a potential drawback. While some appreciate the ability to choose their grind and find satisfaction in the slow progression, others criticize it for being excessively tedious and unrewarding, often feeling like a chore rather than an engaging experience. The presence of pay-to-win elements further complicates the grind, leading to mixed feelings about the overall enjoyment and value of the gameplay.
- “The game is good if you like wasting time and grinding, and watching stats go up.”
- “It's a slower paced RPG with a lot of grinding for resources.”
- “The game is very fun for the first 15 levels and then it gets super grindy, the main quest seems to die out and you just have fetch or kill quests.”
gameplay
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
69%
6%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of exploration, crafting, and resource gathering, but it suffers from repetitive mechanics and a grind-heavy experience that can feel tedious. While some players appreciate the depth of puzzles and the engaging crafting system, many criticize the monetization model that gates essential gameplay features behind paywalls, leading to frustration. Overall, the game offers a charming aesthetic and potential for enjoyment, but its slow pace and lack of diverse activities may deter new players.
- “The design of the game forces you to explore to unlock secrets and gather new recipes to improve your gameplay loop.”
- “[*] [b]Challenging puzzles:[/b] With its clever puzzles and brain-teasing challenges, 'Mist Legacy' offers plenty of gameplay depth and satisfaction for puzzle enthusiasts.”
- “Exploring -> gathering -> crafting gameplay loop with the occasional fights is very engaging.”
- “It's like they took everything fun about gaming and said, 'nah, we don’t need that.' I've seen more exciting gameplay from a sloth on sedatives!”
- “In terms of gameplay, it's fair to say that Mist Legacy is a grind-heavy experience.”
- “The art and music are really good, but the gameplay is overly tedious and not enjoyable for the most part.”
graphics
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
37%
5%
The graphics of "Mist Legacy" are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn artwork and atmospheric environments, creating an immersive experience that enhances the game's narrative. While some players appreciate the charming 2D visuals and unique art style, others note that certain character designs and repetitive elements detract from the overall quality. Overall, the game is recognized for its beautiful aesthetics, though opinions vary on the depth and polish of the graphical presentation.
- “With its immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and haunting soundtrack, 'Mist Legacy' offers a gripping and unforgettable adventure for players seeking a unique and atmospheric gaming experience.”
- “[b]Beautiful visuals:[/b] The game features stunning hand-drawn artwork and atmospheric environments that bring the world of Mist to life in vivid detail.”
- “Beautiful graphics and nostalgia with a flare of modernity, and the community is very friendly as well as willing to help the new adventurer in need!”
- “First of all, the game is very grindy and the graphics are 2D, so if you do not like that, forget it.”
- “Overall graphical representation might give a cheaper impression of the game than it really is.”
- “The game has some decent artwork, but the characters and NPCs are pretty bad.”
monetization
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
70%
21%
The monetization model of the game has received significant criticism for being predatory and unbalanced, with many players feeling that it restricts gameplay unless they invest heavily in in-game purchases. While some users appreciate the absence of aggressive ads and find certain aspects of the monetization fair, the overall sentiment leans towards it being a cash grab that detracts from an otherwise enjoyable experience. Players recommend engaging with the game for a limited time in its free mode, as the high costs associated with monetization create a frustrating barrier to fully enjoying the content.
- “In-game purchases are optional - you can live without them.”
- “Microtransactions are very limited, and while some prices need adjusting, it is very fair overall (main complaint is the extra companion slots cost too much).”
- “As far as monetization, this game's premium currency is rather generous in comparison to other free-to-play games such as Shop Titans.”
- “Predatory monetization kills everything it's got going for it.”
- “The monetization model of this game is way off balance, doesn't make sense and is crazy expensive.”
- “I really, really wanted to like this game -- however, core game mechanics are gated on monetization, and the price for them is more than many AAA titles.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
21%
16%
The music in "Mist Legacy" is widely praised for its haunting and immersive quality, enhancing the game's atmospheric experience. Players appreciate the peaceful and relaxing soundtracks that complement the world design, making exploration enjoyable. However, some users noted issues with sound control, as the music cannot be adjusted independently from other sound effects.
- “With its immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and haunting soundtrack, 'Mist Legacy' offers a gripping and unforgettable adventure for players seeking a unique and atmospheric gaming experience.”
- “It's so peaceful, relaxing... the music is just incredible, the world, game interface, sound effects all are so beautiful that I can just keep wandering around, exploring, gathering materials, crafting, doing quests non-stop.”
- “Great and deep RPG game with nice 2D art graphics, sound, and music.”
- “You can turn off the music, but the sliders will not silence the loud water and wind as seen in my video review here https://www.youtube.”
- “Decent looking graphics, horrible sound, and constant music you can't turn down (only disable).”
- “I usually listen to music and just play this when I don't want to do something you have to concentrate hard on.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
"Mist Legacy" is praised for its captivating and immersive atmosphere, characterized by stunning hand-drawn visuals, a haunting soundtrack, and a compelling narrative. Players are drawn into a mysterious world filled with unique regions and a book-like aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience. The game's combination of beautiful artwork and engaging storytelling creates a memorable adventure for fans of atmospheric gaming.
- “Mist Legacy invites players to embark on a captivating journey through a mysterious and atmospheric world shrouded in mist.”
- “With its immersive storytelling, stunning visuals, and haunting soundtrack, Mist Legacy offers a gripping and unforgettable adventure for players seeking a unique and atmospheric gaming experience.”
- “At its core, Mist Legacy is a narrative-driven adventure that captivates players with its immersive atmosphere and intriguing storyline.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The humor in the game is highlighted as a strong point, with witty writing that transforms mundane fetch quests into entertaining experiences, particularly through charming characters and stories. However, some players note that the humor tends to diminish after the initial levels, becoming overshadowed by the repetitive grind of gameplay mechanics. Overall, while the humor is appreciated, it may not sustain its appeal throughout the entire experience.
- “The writing is stellar, turning boring old fetch quests into humorous (if still tedious) affairs.”
- “I love the ambiance, all the questing, farming, dungeon delving, crafting, buying, and selling you would find in any MMORPG. The graphics are extremely charming, and the characters and stories are enjoyable and funny at times.”
- “It's funny to me that the mechanics seem almost identical between the two games.”
- “Not funny in the first 20 levels, just a non-stop grind of resources -> deposit -> craft something to move in different areas in order to start grinding even more resources.”
- “The jokes feel forced and fall flat, making the game more tedious than entertaining.”
- “I expected humor to lighten the gameplay, but instead, it just adds to the monotony.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Character development in the game is praised for its engaging stats and progression, contributing to a vibrant gameplay experience. However, some users feel that it lacks depth, particularly in combat and customization options, suggesting a desire for more diverse character design elements. Overall, while there are positive aspects, the character development may not satisfy those seeking a more robust system.
- “It had everything I wanted in a game: tabletop elements, a super chill playstyle, a pretty vibrant world, and good character development (stats!!).”
- “Skip it if you want some meaty combat or character development.”
- “Couldn't it be possible to add a character design with different bows and implement that into the piercing weapon category and voila!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is criticized due to a lack of developer responsiveness to bug reports, leading to player frustration. While it is generally polished, users report occasional technical glitches and performance issues that negatively impact the overall experience.
- “Developers don't respond to bug reports despite receiving very few. If they actually fixed the issues, I might consider still playing this game, but a combination of a buggy experience and toxic developers makes me completely uninterested in wasting my time with this.”
- “Technical glitches: While generally polished, 'Mist Legacy' may suffer from occasional technical glitches or performance issues that can detract from the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users note that the game has limited replayability, as completing the main storyline offers little incentive to play again due to the static nature of the puzzles and narrative.
- “Limited replayability: once you've completed the main storyline, there may be limited incentive to replay the game, as the puzzles and narrative remain the same.”
- “After finishing the game, I found little reason to go back. The lack of new content or different outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”
- “The game offers a one-time experience; once you know the story and solutions to the puzzles, there's nothing left to discover.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While "Mist Legacy" is generally polished, players have reported occasional technical glitches and performance issues that can detract from the overall experience.
- “While generally polished, 'Mist Legacy' may suffer from occasional technical glitches or performance issues that can detract from the overall experience.”
- “The game's optimization leaves much to be desired, with frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite its engaging content, the lack of proper optimization results in long loading times and inconsistent performance.”