Narvas

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Narvas is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Stranga Games and was released on September 3, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The story of Mace, a young scavenger recently promoted to the Resource Collection Department for the Narvas Colonies. He is ordered to infiltrate and discover resources on distant planets in search of materials to ensure the survival of his people. Supplies are hemorrhaging, scarce, and unaccounted for. Times are bleak for Narvas. The scavenger feels the weight of an entire population on his s…

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story3 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Narvas features fast-paced, movement-driven gameplay that rewards skillful reflexes and quick decision-making, making it engaging for players who enjoy arcade-style challenges.
The vibrant pixel art style and varied environments enhance the game's retro aesthetic, providing a visually appealing experience that complements the frantic pace of the action.
The inclusion of local cooperative play adds a social element to the game, allowing players to coordinate and amplify the chaotic energy of gameplay together.

The game suffers from inconsistent difficulty balance, particularly when random upgrades do not synergize well with certain encounters, leading to frustrating moments.
Technical issues, including bugs and lagging controls, can disrupt the gameplay experience and detract from immersion.
The absence of online co-op limits accessibility for players who do not have a local partner available, which may hinder the overall enjoyment for some.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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The gameplay of "narvas" is a standout feature, emphasizing speed, mobility, and a blend of RPG elements with action and strategy mechanics. Players can enjoy a rich, immersive experience through customization options and varied approaches to challenges, while co-op mode enhances the chaotic energy of gameplay. Although not groundbreaking, the game effectively integrates its art direction with engaging mechanics, ensuring high replayability and a rewarding experience for both RPG and action fans.
- “Rather than unfolding through heavy exposition, the narrative acts as a simple framework that pushes players forward, allowing the gameplay to take center stage.”
- “The game combines RPG elements with action and strategy mechanics, offering a varied and engaging gameplay experience.”
- “With a variety of mechanics, detailed worldbuilding, and customization and strategy options, Narvas offers a rewarding experience for both RPG and action fans.”
- “Gameplay is built around speed and mobility.”
- “In co-op mode, the chaotic energy of the gameplay is amplified, as two players coordinate movement, manage enemies, and share screen space.”
- “Narvas is predominantly a single-player experience, but its high replayability is ensured by its diversity of mechanics and customization options.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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18%
The game's story is described as light yet functional, providing a framework for gameplay that encourages replayability through missions and leaderboards. While it lacks depth, the narrative is engaging and well-developed, immersing players in a rich world filled with quests and exploration. Overall, the focus is more on movement-driven combat and arcade-style design than on storytelling polish.
- “Narvas’ storyline is engaging and well-developed, with a narrative that immerses players in a rich and detailed world.”
- “In addition to combat, the game offers a series of quests and objectives that encourage exploration and interaction with the world.”
- “Its strengths lie in movement-driven combat, local co-op chaos, and replay-focused design rather than polish or storytelling depth.”
- “The story unfolds through dialogue, events, and discoveries throughout the game, revealing an intriguing plot that keeps players invested in the journey.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of Narvas are characterized by a vibrant pixel art style that enhances the game's fast-paced action, making enemy attacks and player movements easily discernible. The visuals are both stunning and well-crafted, featuring a detailed aesthetic and a lively color palette, although some users found the graphics to be merely satisfactory. Overall, the game's art design effectively complements its immersive gameplay and narrative.
- “The visuals are functional and expressive, ensuring that enemy attacks, hazards, and player movement are easy to read even during intense moments.”
- “Narvas' graphics are visually stunning and well-crafted, featuring an art style that combines detailed aesthetics with a vibrant color palette.”
- “The graphics and the soundtrack are okay.”
- “The retro aesthetic is alright.”
- “Visually, Narvas adopts a vibrant pixel art style that complements its frantic pace.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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60%
Narvas offers high replayability through its arcade-style design, emphasizing momentum and reflexes. While primarily a single-player experience, the game features diverse mechanics, customization options, and additional achievements that enhance replay value.
- “Narvas is predominantly a single-player experience, but its high replayability is ensured by its diversity of mechanics and customization options.”
- “Replayability is a central pillar of the experience.”
- “The inclusion of achievements and secondary objectives adds further layers of depth and replay value to the game.”
- “Narvas is a fast-paced 2D action platformer that leans heavily into arcade-style design, prioritizing momentum, reflexes, and replayability over narrative complexity.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been noted for its interesting gameplay, but users report issues with lagging controls and various bugs, indicating stability concerns.
- “Generally interesting game; however, the controls are a bit laggy and the game is quite buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several glitches that disrupted gameplay and made it frustrating.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is carefully crafted, with each area offering a distinct and dynamic environment that enhances both action and strategy. Players note that Narvas evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of early 2000s games.
- “Each area of the game is meticulously designed to provide a unique atmosphere and a dynamic environment for action and strategy.”
- “Narvas has an atmosphere that is reminiscent of the games of the 2000s.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally considered average, with users describing it as "okay" but not particularly standout.