Paladin Dream

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Paladin Dream is a single player tactical role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by HitherYon Games and was released on July 12, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Paladin Dream is a story-rich fantasy RPG about a heroic quest. Explore a reverie-like kingdom overflowing with magical locations, characters and monsters as Josiah uncovers the secret of his recurring dream. Can you stop the nightmare before it’s too late?

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Paladin Dream features a beautiful atmosphere with original music and unique areas, making it a memorable experience.
The game offers a straightforward and enjoyable turn-based RPG experience, reminiscent of classic titles.
It includes interesting mechanics and secrets to discover, providing a rewarding gameplay experience.

The game is very short, with a playtime of around 3-5 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Disabling status effects can be frustrating, as they require wasting turns to recover, impacting the flow of combat.
Some players experienced motion sickness from the moving graphics during battles, which detracted from their enjoyment.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric quality, featuring original compositions that enhance the overall experience. Players highlight memorable tracks, including fully voice-acted hymns, which contribute significantly to the game's charm and immersion. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element that elevates the gameplay and encourages continued engagement.
- “Leaving the abbey at the start and hearing the field song for the first time was really memorable.”
- “This is a wonderful straightforward RPG with music that is just... gorgeous.”
- “With about five hours of gameplay and original music composed by the creator, Paladin Dream stands out where many RPG Maker games may leave you wondering what the heck you just spent money on.”
- “Decent music, but I don't know if it is from RPG Maker or if they made it themselves.”
- “The atmosphere is the best thing about it, including the custom music and glowing effects.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Paladin Dream offers a straightforward and refreshing turn-based RPG experience with simple yet interesting mechanics, providing about five hours of engaging gameplay. The original music composed by the creator adds to its charm, making it a standout among many RPG Maker titles.
- “Paladin Dream is a nice, simple game with interesting mechanics.”
- “A straightforward turn-based RPG with basic mechanics that is shockingly refreshing.”
- “With about five hours of gameplay and original music composed by the creator, Paladin Dream stands out where many RPG Maker games may leave you wondering what the heck you just spent money on.”
- “Straightforward turn-based RPG with basic mechanics and shockingly refreshing.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a compelling story that unfolds over 3-4 hours, appealing to fans of classic turn-based RPGs. While the narrative appears decent at first glance, it effectively complements the gameplay experience.
- “It tells a good story in a span of 3-4 hours, depending on your playing ability.”
- “If you enjoy a classic turn-based RPG feel with a nice story, this game is for you.”
- “The story seemed decent on the surface, complemented by engaging gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that grinding is often necessary to overcome balance issues in the game, suggesting that a significant portion of gameplay is spent on repetitive tasks to progress.
- “Half of that was probably grinding to try to overcome the balance.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, but it just felt like a chore.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are praised for their originality and artistic quality, effectively depicting the protagonist as a dedicated fighter. However, some players find the moving graphics during battles to be disorienting and potentially nauseating, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Josiah's artwork is original and really cool, portraying him as a dutiful fighter set out to stop evil.”
- “Hmmm - nice enough little game, but very short, and the moving graphics in battles are enough to make you feel sick!”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive custom music and vibrant glowing effects as standout features that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is the best thing about it, including the custom music and glowing effects.”