Ordeal of Princess Eris
- June 6, 2019
- Asakiyumemishi
In the kingdom of Hilbernia, Princess Eris escapes as it falls to the invading nation of Flosein. Vowing to reclaim her homeland, she embarks on an epic RPG journey across a fantasy world with turn-based party battles. Experience a classic RPG adventure with an engaging story and the exploration of a richly detailed world.
Reviews
- The game has a solid RPG foundation with engaging gameplay mechanics and a well-crafted story that can create memorable moments, especially for players looking to bond with others.
- The art style is appealing, and the game features a variety of characters and skills, providing depth and replayability through multiple endings and events.
- Players who utilize guides can find the game more enjoyable, as understanding the mechanics and story progression enhances the overall experience.
- The game suffers from significant balance issues, with enemies scaling in difficulty alongside the player, making early encounters frustrating and tedious.
- Many players report a lack of clarity in objectives and navigation, leading to confusion and a feeling of being stuck without guidance.
- The adult content is often criticized for being poorly executed, with many H-scenes feeling uninteresting or poorly scripted, detracting from the overall experience.
- story19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with many praising its depth, character development, and emotional impact, particularly highlighting the journey of Princess Eris. While some players find the narrative engaging and appreciate the multiple routes and endings, others note that it can feel short or somewhat generic at times. Overall, the story is a significant strength of the game, contributing to its replay value and player enjoyment.
“The best part about the game is the story, the characters, and the emotional ending that I've experienced. My favorite character is Princess Eris, who has been through a lot from beginning to end.”
“This RPG game definitely has replay value with all the different routes the storyline can take, legendary equipment, hidden secrets, recruitable/missable characters, multiple endings, easter eggs, and rare drops.”
“Fantastic and well-written coming-of-age story.”
“Now there are some cutscenes and dialogues that tell you where certain events will happen, but a lot of times you are forced to explore every map just to proceed the storyline.”
“Definitely not a point A to point B simple kind of game, but the story itself is really short when you know how to achieve the good end route.”
“The story is pretty standard.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is initially overwhelming due to numerous mechanics and a lack of guidance, but it improves significantly as players gain understanding. It features unique and open-ended RPG elements, with solid mechanics that stand out compared to typical RPG Maker games. While some aspects may be lacking, the gameplay remains the primary draw for players.
“This is a doujin game where you mostly play for the gameplay more than anything; the other aspects leave to be desired, but the gameplay is pretty decent for what it is.”
“Compared to other RPGs, there are actually a lot of unique aspects to it, and I think this is the game's biggest positive. It's pretty open-ended in both its gameplay mechanics and flow of the story.”
“The RPG mechanics are a little more interesting than your typical RPG Maker game.”
“This is the type of game that starts horrible (too many game mechanics, no clue what you need to do) but the better you understand everything, the better the game gets!”
“As far as gameplay, there are no experience points.”
“I have a minor gripe about how the mechanics were introduced after you start the game, but you're forced to select your character stats prior to understanding how everything works.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their lovely and soft aesthetic, contributing positively to the overall visual experience. However, some users feel that despite the decent art style, the lack of engaging characters detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The artwork is lovely and has a soft look to it, which I really like.”
“That game felt like a complete bore, and I didn't connect with any of the characters despite the decent art style.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, as the necessity to return to town for MP/SP restoration and potion purchases disrupts the flow of combat and prolongs the overall gameplay experience.
“This makes the fighting really tedious because returning to the town is the only way to restore your MP/SP and buy potions.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself spending more time grinding for levels than actually enjoying the story or gameplay.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game largely stems from the absurdity of magic being portrayed as hilariously ineffective, adding a comedic twist to gameplay.
“Secondly, magic is hilariously useless in this game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The RPG game boasts high replayability due to its branching storylines, legendary equipment, hidden secrets, recruitable and missable characters, multiple endings, easter eggs, and rare drops, encouraging players to explore different paths and experiences.
“This RPG game definitely has replay value with all the different routes the storyline can take, legendary equipment, hidden secrets, recruitable and missable characters, multiple endings, easter eggs, and rare drops.”
“The variety of choices and paths in this game ensures that each playthrough feels unique and engaging.”
“With so many secrets to uncover and different character interactions, I find myself coming back to this game time and again.”
“This RPG game definitely has replay value with all the different routes the storyline can take, legendary equipment, hidden secrets, recruitable/missable characters, multiple endings, easter eggs, and rare drops.”
“The lack of meaningful choices in the game makes replaying it feel pointless, as the outcomes are often the same regardless of the decisions made.”
“Once you've experienced the main story and its endings, there's little incentive to go back, as the side quests don't offer much new content or excitement.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's emotional depth, particularly praising its compelling story and well-developed characters, with a special emphasis on Princess Eris, whose journey resonates strongly. The emotional ending leaves a lasting impact, enhancing the overall experience.
“The best part about the game is the story, the characters, and the emotional ending that I've experienced. Each character is great, but my favorite is Princess Eris, who has been through so much from beginning to end, even after the ending I got.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
“I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it evoked a range of emotions that I didn't expect from a game.”