Mythic Origins

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Explore an infinite, procedurally generated labyrinth. Discover a world packed with puzzles, enemies, bosses, and treasure. Join forces with fellow heroes to hunt down the gods, or strike out alone and be the first to discover uncharted territory. Become Mythic.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic art style and music that resonates with fans of classic dungeon crawlers.
Mythic Origins offers a challenging gameplay experience with unique enemies and boss fights, appealing to both new and experienced players.
The community is friendly and supportive, enhancing the overall experience with helpful interactions and shared strategies.

Controls are often described as laggy and floaty, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game suffers from repetitive mechanics and a lack of meaningful progression, making it feel tedious over time.
High ping issues and poor hitbox detection can significantly hinder gameplay, especially for players in certain regions.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many players praising the art style for its authenticity and nostalgic appeal reminiscent of classic games. However, some users criticize the technical aspects, noting issues like small quest text and a lack of customizable settings. Overall, while the art style is well-received, the graphical execution leaves room for improvement.
- “The art style and music in Mythic feels authentic and fits the theme and style of the game's core concepts.”
- “I am loving the art style and the gameplay.”
- “The game is endlessly challenging with truly random mazes in each room, and the graphics take me back to all of the old-school classics, before games were just another Hollywood production.”
- “Graphics in this game suck; there are no settings for controls, resolution, GUI, etc. The quest text is so small you need a magnifying glass to read it.”
- “The graphics are pretty simple, but there is a ton of content in this version (which is essentially just a demo of the main game).”
- “The graphics take me back to all of the old-school classics, before games were just another Hollywood production.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its authenticity and thematic fit, others find it repetitive and annoying after a short period. Overall, it is praised for its quality, with one reviewer rating it a perfect 10/10.
- “The art style and music in Mythic feels authentic and fits the theme and style of the game's core concepts.”
- “Amazing to finally get to see it with art, animations, and music!”
- “Oh, also the music is 10/10.”
- “One song for the music that gets annoying after a few minutes.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics, featuring a primary attack and a potion as an activated skill, but many players find it frustrating due to the punishing difficulty even at low levels. The experience is often described as repetitive, with wobbly controls detracting from enjoyment, although some players appreciate the art style.
- “Easy mechanics with one attack and a secondary potion that honestly feels more like an activated skill.”
- “I am loving the art style and the gameplay.”
- “The mechanics kill you even at the lowest levels of the game, making me unwilling to invest the time and effort to get even the very basic gear.”
- “The gameplay felt very repetitive, and the controls feel wobbly.”
- “Easy mechanics with one attack and a secondary that is a potion, which honestly feels more like an activated skill.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is enhanced by the introduction of NPCs and quest givers, which adds depth and engagement to the gameplay. While the quest text is criticized for being difficult to read, the tutorial quests are praised for their welcoming nature, contributing positively to the early game experience. Overall, the narrative elements provide players with more activities and a richer world to explore.
- “Having played earlier builds, the addition of NPCs and quest givers in Mythic Origins brings this game that much more to life, giving players more things to do and see.”
- “The tutorial quest and NPCs are really cool and definitely add a welcoming feel to the early game.”
- “The quest text is so small you need a magnifying glass to read it.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving players with little emotional investment in the narrative.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, particularly due to the need to repeatedly traverse the same areas after frequent deaths. This repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom and frustration.
- “It gets incredibly tedious and boring after you've had to run through the same room more than twice... but you'll be running through it 10+ times as you die all the time.”