Osminog Adventures: The Lost Island
- December 8, 2022
- Marc Reinmayr
Get on SteamDive into the fantastical world of Karawark and accompany the Pirate Crew of The Osminog on an adventure they were not prepared for. Exploration Sailing Party-Based RPG RPG
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Gorgeous graphics and a compelling story with likable characters and humorous writing.
- Challenging and diverse combat mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging.
- Great atmosphere enhanced by Irish music, with plenty of side quests and hidden secrets to discover.
- Manual saving can lead to significant progress loss if players forget to save frequently.
- Certain narrative-driven fights can cut off player progress prematurely, regardless of their performance.
- It can be difficult to distinguish between impassable barriers and walkable objects in the game environment.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, particularly highlighting the humor and charm of unique personalities like the "weird hat guy." Players find the storyline compelling and emotionally resonant, though some suggest improvements in save point mechanics before significant events. Overall, the story effectively captivates players and enhances their connection to the characters.
“I love the characters and the storyline is interesting to follow.”
“Has funny humor, well-written characters (especially the weird hat guy), and a compelling story.”
“The story grips you into it, and the crew of the Osminog really grows dear to your heart.”
“It would be better if there was a system that provided a place to save right before a big fight or story event occurs.”
“Yes they do..! Osminog is a turn-based 16-bit indie RPG game with some decent moments and not-so-bad storyline..!”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its gorgeous graphics, engaging story, and enjoyable mechanics, particularly the fighting system, which, while typical for RPG Maker games, still offers a fun experience.
“Gorgeous graphics, an interesting story, and fun mechanics—what's not to like?”
“The fighting mechanics, while typical for RPG Maker-type games, manage to be enjoyable in their own right.”
“The fighting mechanics, while typical for RPG Maker-type games, manage to be fun in their own right.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their stunning quality, contributing to an engaging visual experience that complements the interesting story and enjoyable gameplay mechanics.
“Gorgeous graphics, an interesting story, and fun mechanics—what's not to like?”
“The visuals are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
“Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for creating a great atmosphere, with particular appreciation for the inclusion of Irish music.
“Great atmosphere, love the Irish music.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-crafted, featuring amusing characters, particularly the quirky "weird hat guy," and is complemented by a compelling storyline.
“The game features hilarious humor and well-written characters, especially the quirky hat guy, all wrapped up in a compelling story.”
“The humor is spot-on, with clever jokes and memorable characters that keep you laughing throughout the game.”
“I love the witty dialogue and the absurd situations the characters find themselves in; it adds a delightful layer of fun to the gameplay.”
