Numen: Contest of Heroes

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"Numen: Contest of Heroes" is a 3D action RPG set in mythical Greece, where players control one of nine heroes competing in a grand test of capabilities for their patron god. The game emphasizes tactical decision making, weapon choice, and adaptability in combat, with the player's hero receiving unique powers from their god based on their favor. It's more than just hack-and-slash, offering a varied and challenging experience in a mythical Greek setting.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

43%

Audience ScoreBased on 127 reviews

story15 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game features a charming mythological Greek setting with decent graphics and a good soundtrack.
It offers a nostalgic experience for fans of old-school RPGs and MMO-style gameplay.
The character progression system allows for some interesting class and god choices, adding depth to gameplay.

The combat system is clunky and unresponsive, often leading to frustrating encounters with enemies.
The quests are repetitive and lack depth, primarily consisting of fetch and kill tasks with minimal rewards.
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and poor optimization.

story
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
60%
19%
The story in the game is widely criticized for being generic, poorly written, and lacking depth, with many players noting a heavy reliance on repetitive fetch and kill quests. While some appreciate the initial setup of the protagonist's journey, the overall narrative progression is described as dull and unengaging, often feeling like a grind rather than an immersive experience. Additionally, the game suffers from a lack of meaningful side quests and character development, leading to a disappointing storytelling experience.
- “The story progression for the first 3 hours of the game is slow but nice.”
- “The story is actually quite nice, and the quests are decent.”
- “When I bought this game it was on sale for 50p; money well spent honestly. If you're looking for a decent RPG with an MMO feel, this is always worth a shout. The story so far is interesting enough to make me want to push forward while the grind for gear gets me every time.”
- “The story is horrendous!”
- “Numen's story is generic.”
- “The main plot was okay, but the quests that guided you along through the main story were uninteresting and felt grindy.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
37%
16%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the attractive 3D visuals and decent textures, while others criticize the overall quality as outdated and lacking in customization options. Many users note that the graphics are comparable to typical MMO standards, but overall, the visuals do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience. Despite some positive remarks, the consensus leans towards the graphics being underwhelming, especially in the context of modern gaming expectations.
- “The graphics are on par with most MMO graphics and the sound is adequate but there is not a lot of music.”
- “Numen: Contest of Heroes is a surprisingly robust RPG, with attractive 3D graphics, well-animated if not particularly innovative enemies, and minimalist but adequate sound design.”
- “RPG-wise nothing extraordinary, but nice setting and decent graphics make this a good light RPG to get on a sale.”
- “Graphically, the game has aged very poorly.”
- “This game is a joke: bad graphics, bad story, bad fights.”
- “Weak interface, graphics, story, audio, animation, character customization, pacing, enemy variety, art design.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
61%
22%
"Numen: Contest of Heroes" features an old-school RPG gameplay style set in a mythological Greek world, with class choices influenced by different gods. However, many players find the gameplay to be clunky, repetitive, and lacking depth, with unfair difficulty stemming from outdated mechanics and tedious combat. Overall, the game struggles to engage players with its uninspired quests and a lack of meaningful character interactions, leading to a disappointing experience despite its appealing graphics.
- “Numen: Contest of Heroes offers an engaging experience with its mythological Greek setting and RPG mechanics.”
- “Each class comes with 3 different gods you can choose from, who further refine the gameplay and skills you can get, as well as the thematic motif of your character.”
- “The system is well implemented here and the result is a game that comes across as a nice hybrid of the setting from Titan Quest and the gameplay mechanics of Dungeon Siege.”
- “This game is pretty dated and the gameplay is not very dynamic.”
- “The interface is clunky and horrible to operate, the gameplay is boring and without any depth (hold the mouse button down for as long as the fight lasts, and each fight lasts a goddamn eternity), the story is stupid, etc.”
- “Dead atmosphere, boring gameplay, even a few hours of gameplay is enough to get it uninstalled unless you had anything better to do.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and unfulfilling, with players noting the exorbitant prices of items and the slow pace of earning currency. Combat is described as frustrating due to enemies being overly powerful, leading to a slog of repetitive battles and fetch quests. Overall, the grinding feels forced and detracts from the enjoyment of the game, making it a chore rather than a rewarding experience.
- “The game itself would be over quickly if you didn't spend that much time grinding for levels, the first few hours of which is so tedious that I almost stopped playing (although the grinding got less annoying a few hours in).”
- “It's so grindy though that it just isn't worth it.”
- “While the game isn't a complete waste of time and has some moments, the lack of speech for the few NPCs, the mind-numbing and pointless arena fights, and a lot of other small details make the game very dull and sometimes tedious to play.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's atmosphere is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its unique and immersive qualities, particularly in its mythical Greek setting, while others criticize it for being dead and lacking suspense. Although the graphics and soundtrack have received some negative feedback, RPG fans who enjoy exploration and grinding may still find value in the overall experience. However, the lack of customization and repetitive gameplay detracts from the atmosphere for many players.
- “Despite some rough edges, the unique atmosphere and challenging gameplay make it a worthwhile adventure for RPG fans.”
- “This is the game for people who enjoy atmosphere, delayed gratification, and don't mind realistic lengths of exploration and grinding for experience.”
- “Despite the mixed to negative reviews, the mythical Greek atmosphere attracted me enough to take the small risk.”
- “Oh, and as far as atmosphere goes: graphics and textures are okay - with no facial or physical customization option for your character, and the soundtrack decides to take long pauses of silence as you play for no apparent reason.”
- “Lacks story, atmosphere, some kind of suspense and it's repetitive.”
- “Dead atmosphere, boring gameplay, even a few hours of gameplay is enough to get it uninstalled unless you had anything better to do.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its beauty and contribution to the atmosphere. However, some users noted that the soundtrack lacks variety and features long pauses of silence, which detracts from the overall experience. While the visuals and menu integration are appreciated, the limited amount of music may leave some players wanting more.
- “Beautiful music.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty good.”
- “Visuals, music, and menu all work great.”
- “Oh, and as far as atmosphere goes: graphics and textures are okay - with no facial or physical customization option for your character, and the soundtrack decides to take long pauses of silence as you play for no apparent reason.”
- “The graphics are on par with most MMO graphics and the sound is adequate, but there is not a lot of music.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Overall, user experiences with stability vary significantly; while some players report no glitches or crashes after extensive playtime, others encounter frequent bugs, including getting stuck in walls. Despite these issues, many still find the game enjoyable.
- “I had no glitches; the game did crash once, but I had recently saved, so it didn't matter.”
- “Edit: After 26 hours of gameplay, I ran into no glitches or bugs myself.”
- “Buggy and highly flawed.”
- “The game was so buggy I got stuck in walls multiple times early in the game.”
- “A little buggy but a good game nonetheless.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with reviewers noting dull dialogues, a lack of engaging quests, and a boring story that fails to evoke any feelings. The limited environment and frustrating combat further detract from any potential emotional investment, leading to a lackluster experience overall.
- “The dialogues are dull, and the quests are just fetch or kill missions. The tiny area and numerous invisible walls made me lose interest quickly, and I didn't even bother to leave the first island. The story is boring, and the combat is terrible.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game effectively integrates exploration, combat, and character development, creating an engaging experience that captivates players.
- “The game combines exploration, combat, and character development in a way that keeps you hooked.”
- “The depth of character development allows players to truly connect with their heroes and shape their journeys.”
- “Each character's growth feels meaningful, making every decision impactful and rewarding.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features enjoyable gameplay and an impressive world, but it suffers from poor optimization and clunky mechanics, leading to an unforgiving difficulty curve. Overall, players express disappointment in its performance, suggesting a rating of around 6/10.
- “I wanted to give this a positive review, but I can't. The gameplay is fun and the world is amazing, but it's poorly optimized and clunky. There's an unforgiving difficulty curve. I'd give it a 6/10 if Steam had a proper rating system.”
- “The game has great potential, but the optimization issues make it frustrating to play. Frequent frame drops and long loading times really detract from the experience.”
- “While the graphics are impressive, the optimization is lacking. I often experience lag and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is consistently described as funny, indicating that players find it entertaining and enjoyable.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout!”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and clever puns that never get old.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is spot on, making even the simplest interactions entertaining.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers generally find that *Numen: Contest of Heroes* lacks replayability due to its uninteresting gameplay and absence of surprises or excitement, making it unlikely for players to return after their initial experience.
- “I've seen worse, but it doesn't excuse 'Numen: Contest of Heroes' from being an uninteresting game that offers no surprise, no excitement, and no replay value.”