Obscurite Magie: The Blood of Kings
- May 12, 2023
- Syun-kan Flowlighter
Get on SteamUpcoming Games About the Game Fifteen years ago, the ruler of the Giselian Empire was deposed in a coup d'etat. The current ruler, Valon, imposes heavy taxes on the people, but the imperial army is strong and the nation is secure. The people suffer from the steep taxes, but very few dare speak out. Lietta Fane is a girl who works as an adventurer in the Giselian Empire. She was raised b…
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Reviews
- The game features great art and a visually appealing aesthetic.
- The story is surprisingly enjoyable and the gameplay can be fun, especially with the 18+ patch.
- It has quality of life features that enhance the experience, such as easy navigation and the ability to skip non-essential battles.
- The game is very short, taking only about 2-3 hours to complete, which may not justify the price.
- Combat is overly simplistic and lacks challenge, making the gameplay feel shallow.
- There are technical issues, such as FPS drops, that can disrupt the experience.
- story16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered short, linear, and not particularly engaging, with many reviewers finding it mediocre or boring. While some appreciated it more than expected, the consensus is that it serves as a simple backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, it may be enjoyable for casual play, especially if purchased on sale.
“The story was better than some other reviews led me to expect.”
“Storywise, the game is short, sweet, and to the point, very linear.”
“Decent story too.”
“Storywise, the game is short, sweet and to the point, very linear.”
“Decent art, but the story is kinda boring.”
“All-in-all, definitely one to get when it's on sale, because it's not worth the $15 it normally goes for, but it's a fun game to play if you just want to waste a few hours, longer if you go for the h stuff instead of just the story.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their character design and overall aesthetic, which align closely with the art style of its predecessor. Players appreciate the visual appeal and the consistency in design elements.
“I purchased the game for the character design and general aesthetic.”
“You'll have an idea of the content from the previous game and the art style.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is considered average, with many users noting that there are numerous options to bypass it in favor of h-scenes. While some players appreciate the ability to skip, others express disappointment in the overall quality of the gameplay and story.
“There's lots of built-in ways to skip gameplay and just get to the h-scenes.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that players are drawn to the game primarily for its character design and overall aesthetic, suggesting that while the visual appeal is strong, there may be less emphasis on deep character development within the narrative.
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game received high praise, with many users highlighting its quality, while the voice acting was also noted as being quite good.
“The music was great, and the voice acting was pretty decent, too.”
