Nodiatis

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Nodiatis is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Glitchless, LLC and was released on November 14, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A classical RPG in an MMO setting, Nodiatis is for gamers who appreciate retro gaming but still want the excitement of competitive play.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 75 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

grinding16 negative mentions

Nodiatis offers a deep and engaging story with a vast world full of secrets, appealing to fans of old-school RPGs.
The game features a unique character customization system and a variety of skills, allowing players to create their own unique heroes.
The community is welcoming and helpful, making it easier for new players to get involved and enjoy the game.

The game suffers from a significant grind, making progress slow and tedious, especially for free players.
The Steam version is broken and redirects players to the website, which can be frustrating and limits accessibility.
There are pay-to-win mechanics that heavily favor players who spend money, creating a barrier for free-to-play users.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a rewarding loop that emphasizes progression and dynamic combat mechanics, though it suffers from a lack of tutorial support and a cumbersome user interface. While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs, others find the experience slow and grind-heavy, particularly for free players, leading to mixed feelings about its overall enjoyment. Despite these drawbacks, the community and unique mechanics contribute positively to the game's appeal.
- “I can't just praise the community though, as the gameplay loop itself is immensely rewarding and fun.”
- “The game has some of the best progression mechanics with the active and passive learning.”
- “The combat is very dynamic because of the magic stones mechanic.”
- “So, a lacking tutorial, clear pay-to-win mechanics (that you can't even pay for until you move your account to their website, so you can't so much as check how much it costs you), and a ton of grind especially for a free player.”
- “The game just feels slow, from the click-to-move one-tile mechanic to the very bad UI.”
- “On a raw gameplay scale, 1 to 10, it's pretty boring, probably around a 2.”
grinding
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
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The grinding aspect of the game is widely described as tedious and time-consuming, often requiring hours of repetitive gameplay to progress. While some players find it rewarding and enjoyable, especially in a group setting, others criticize it for being excessively grindy, making it a potential turn-off for those who dislike such mechanics. Overall, the game appeals to fans of old-school grinding but may frustrate players seeking a more streamlined experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Great game that has very bad and long grinding.”
- “Just getting 5,000 gold for 1 low level piece of stock equipment mandatory to progress to the next section of the game takes at least 3 non-stop hours of grinding until about level 40 where it goes down to 2 non-stop hours of grinding.”
- “The average mid-level equipment for level 40+ is in the hundreds of thousands of gold, which can take literal real-world days of grinding to gather.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in 'nodiatis' is appreciated for its depth and engaging storytelling, offering players a rich narrative experience despite outdated graphics. However, the gameplay is heavily quest-driven and repetitive, often leading to a grind reminiscent of old-school JRPGs, which may not appeal to everyone. While character customization and quest variety are noted as positives, the overall narrative may lack distinction and depth for some players.
- “Overall, if you are willing to overlook outdated graphics and appreciate deep storytelling, 'nodiatis' will offer you dozens, if not hundreds, of hours of engaging gameplay.”
- “Great story!”
- “I have not put much time into the game yet, but the character customization is insane and the quests are actually quite fun.”
- “You go to a town, grab 3 quests, kill those mobs in the area nearby, then grab the same 3 quests and repeat.”
- “Auto combat is still the game's forte for a lack of distinction the game provides with the story, background backdrop and of course the one everyone knows.”
- “Each town has two groups of quests for a specific mob then the next group of quests is for a harder area.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as outdated, with some users referring to it as a "graphical mud" or a throwback to 90s aesthetics, featuring simple designs and static images. While some appreciate the nostalgic art style and find it charming, others criticize the lack of animation and modern graphical quality, suggesting that the visuals do not justify the game's pricing. Overall, the graphics evoke a sense of nostalgia for players who enjoy old-school RPGs, but may not appeal to those seeking contemporary visuals.
- “Good music, good graphics, large community.”
- “+ attractive art style, for creatures, environments, and equipment.”
- “Overall it's a neat 90's throwback game when the graphics were simple and all the fighting was menus.”
- “But here's why I wouldn't call it an MMO: I think it's much more fair to call this a graphical MUD.”
- “The game's item shop is just disgustingly greedy; for a game with such old graphics and slow experience, one would think the game would be less expensive, but nope, this game will cost you more than any free-to-play MMO.”
- “Overall, it's a neat 90's throwback game when the graphics were simple and all the fighting was menus.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised by users, with many expressing a desire for a DLC soundtrack release. It complements the good graphics and contributes to a vibrant community experience. Additionally, players appreciate the ability to enjoy music while multitasking within the game.
- “Love the music, wish they would release a DLC soundtrack!”
- “Good music, good graphics, large community.”
- “The music is great, but I wish they would release a DLC soundtrack!”
- “The music is fantastic, but I really hope they consider releasing a DLC soundtrack!”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is a gradual process that can be enhanced through rested time, providing significant boosts in experience and resources, primarily in the form of trophies. However, players should be prepared for a slow progression, making it less suitable for those seeking immediate results. Additionally, there is an option to expedite development through monetary investment.
- “Character development is slow, so this game isn't for the impatient.”
- “You can earn more through character development or by paying for it.”
- “Mostly in the form of trophies, which you can put towards character development.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be particularly engaging, with examples like the amusing skill to "raise up" class proficiency standing out as a highlight. This blend of clever wordplay and situational comedy contributes to an overall lighthearted experience.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, especially the skill to 'raise up' my 'class proficiency' – it had me in stitches!”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game kept me laughing and engaged.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Nodiatus is criticized for its monetization strategy, being labeled a cash grab that exploits the freemium model typical of web and mobile games. Reviewers suggest that players seeking classic RPG experiences should opt for more reputable titles available on Steam, which offer better value without the aggressive monetization tactics.
- “Nodiatus is a freemium web/browser/flash/java game that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab.”
- “If you want old school RPG experiences, Baldur's Gate, Icewind Dale, Neverwinter Nights, Legend of Grimrock, and so many other excellent classic RPGs are very cheap on Steam, and they won't sink you into a nasty, greedy web/mobile developer money sink cash grab like all of these always turn out to be.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game is stable and largely free of bugs, indicating a smooth gameplay experience.
- “The game itself works and is by and large bug free.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its smooth performance and minimal maintenance requirements, indicating effective optimization that enhances the user experience.
- “The game itself runs smoothly and is very low maintenance from the user side.”