Omen of Sorrow
- March 23, 2023
- AOne Games
A small indie game that brings a unique concept into the fighting games genre.
Get on SteamOmen of Sorrow is a classic 2D, four-button fighting game, with Unreal Engine 4 powered graphics, a cast of 12 characters inspired by classical horror, fantasy and mythology, and a battle system designed from the ground up to leverage player skill, rather than stats or random chance, featuring deep combat mechanics that favor movement and spacing over tight execution to provide an engaging experie…
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Reviews
- The game features a fun fighting system with unique character mechanics and a charming early 2000's action horror vibe.
- It plays well on the Steam Deck without any issues, making it accessible for players on that platform.
- The new story mode and arcade endings add depth and enjoyment, making it a more complete experience compared to previous versions.
- The game suffers from balance issues, making some characters feel overpowered and others nearly useless, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Graphics and character models are often criticized for being subpar, with some players noting a janky appearance.
- The online community is lacking, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the multiplayer experience.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story mode has received mixed reviews, with some players expressing frustration over its initial absence and the need to learn multiple characters to progress. However, the reintroduction of a new story mode and arcade endings in the latest version has been positively received, with many players enjoying the added content and improved gameplay. Overall, while the story aspect has had a rocky history, the current iteration is seen as a significant improvement, making the game more enjoyable for fans.
“I enjoyed the new story mode a lot.”
“The game has an added story mode and endings for arcade mode, making it a more complete experience.”
“The new added story mode and endings to arcade mode is epic, and I have been waiting for it for 2 years.”
“If you don't have a buddy to play with, you are stuck with arcade mode and the story mode, which is the worst part of this game since there is no story at all.”
“I don't want to learn all characters to beat the story.”
“Hmm, I have very mixed opinions on this game. As of now, this game has been on the Epic Game Store for about 2 to 3 years. When it launched, it had a story mode. For whatever reason, the devs took it out of the game and said that they would replace it with a better story mode and to just wait. Well, 2 years go by and they rereleased this game on Steam and consoles with a whole bunch of fun things like story mode, arcade endings, improved gameplay, and I think more unlocks.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the unique and cool character designs, others criticize them as reminiscent of PS2-era visuals. There are mentions of inconsistencies between versions, with some players feeling that the graphics have degraded compared to the Epic Games version. Overall, the visuals are seen as a fun complement to the engaging gameplay, but they may not meet the expectations of those seeking modern graphical fidelity.
“The graphics are very nice and each character looks cool and unique in their own way.”
“The game is really fun for people who like Terrordrome 2 or MK games, even fun for people who like Darkstalkers and such.”
“The character play-styles are varied and interesting, with the universal monster aesthetic being a great one for those of us who wish for a new Killer Instinct or Darkstalkers.”
“The graphics are subpar and fail to impress.”
“The visuals look outdated and lack detail.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack realism.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by unique mechanics for each character, making them enjoyable to play. While some users appreciate the smoothness and improvements made over time, others express frustration with the game's design and the removal of the original story mode, leading to mixed opinions overall.
“Every character individually is fun to play; each of them has a unique mechanic.”
“Smooth gameplay.”
“When it launched, it had a story mode, and after a couple of years, the developers re-released the game with a whole bunch of fun things like story mode, arcade endings, improved gameplay, and more unlocks.”
“I could have endured the crappy design, but I can't take this gameplay anymore.”
“Hmm, I have very mixed opinions on this game. As of now, this game has been on the Epic Game Store for about 2 to 3 years. When it launched, it had a story mode. For whatever reason, the devs took it out of the game and said that they would replace it with a better story mode and to just wait. Well, 2 years go by, and they rereleased this game on Steam and consoles with a whole bunch of fun things like story mode, arcade endings, improved gameplay, and I think more unlocks.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been widely criticized, with users describing it as awful and a significant detractor from the overall experience.
“The graphics are terrible, the music is awful, and the voice acting is subpar.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for occasional stuttering, particularly during or after super attacks, which can disrupt the overall gameplay experience.
“I encountered several instances of stuttering during the game, particularly during and after super attacks.”
“The game suffers from frequent frame drops, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.”
“Optimization issues lead to long loading times, which disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
