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Pale Coins

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95%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
replayability, grinding
95% User Score Based on 151 reviews

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Pale Coins is a single player open world role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Lukas Irzl and was released on October 22, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Pale Coins is an ARPG game with focus on combat and items, where the player is tasked to find the Champion's Coin. More Weapons = More Fun Find a variety of weapons - each with different types, movesets and skills - to slay your way through hordes of enemies and tough bosses. Make Friends along the Way Event though the world is a rough place, people of different camps may help you. Who know…

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews
story18 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game offers deep and engaging quests with multiple ways to complete them, enhancing replayability.
  • Excellent pixel art and a compelling combat system make for a fun and immersive experience.
  • The game is a great value for its price, providing a surprising amount of content and customization options for character builds.
  • Many areas and quests feel unfinished or inaccessible, leading to frustration for players seeking to explore the full game.
  • The game can be short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and content in certain aspects.
  • Quality of life issues, such as inventory management and unclear quest progression, detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as engaging and filled with a variety of quests that offer multiple solutions and outcomes, enhancing player choice and exploration. While some players appreciate the depth and lore, others find the quest design confusing and the main storyline lacking in length and development. Overall, the narrative is enjoyable but could benefit from more polish and clearer progression.

    • “The story is engaging, and I can tell the hard work and love put into the game by the developer.”
    • “There is a ton of NPCs, plots, side quests, factions, and often quite different approaches to quests (money, violence, or using different factions).”
    • “The writing and the story could be better overall, but at the same time, it's very unpretentious, which I like.”
    • “That said, once you reach the late game you start noticing systems and quest lines that look like they were planned but not fully implemented yet.”
    • “I had basically just joined a faction and was expecting new quests and areas, more development with bandits vs king, something with the baron and erstadt, the mage tower, the icefall cave melting, etc. but instead I casually returned to a place I missed before, beat the boss, and was promptly teleported to the ending zone.”
    • “Just quite sad that the story is not as long as I thought it would be.”
  • gameplay
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this classic RPG is engaging and enjoyable, offering 10 to 12 hours of content on the first playthrough, with a mix of traditional RPG elements and platforming mechanics that encourage exploration and risk-taking. Players appreciate the fun and customizable combat, unique boss fights, and the game's beautiful pixel graphics, though some find the mechanics a bit clunky. Overall, the gameplay loop is compelling, with additional modes and a high level cap hinting at future expansions, leaving players eager for more.

    • “A enjoyable moderately sized classic RPG that has at least a good 10 to 12 hours of gameplay in just the first run of the story.”
    • “The combat is surprisingly fun, the music is great, and the whole gameplay loop keeps you engaged.”
    • “I like this game and its art style; the gameplay doesn't feel forced and allows you to take multiple routes to succeed.”
    • “Be aware there are some platform game mechanics like dodging traps and maneuvering through and around timed challenges that will never be experienced in the demo.”
    • “You'll get around 8 - 10 hours of gameplay, and you'll only be disappointed because you want more to play.”
    • “The lore is pretty cool, the world is interesting, and the gameplay is pretty decent, though a bit clunky for me personally.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a simplistic yet aesthetically pleasing pixel art style that evokes nostalgia for classic titles like "The Legend of Zelda." While the visuals effectively bring the dark fantasy world to life and run smoothly on low-spec systems, some users noted inconsistencies in quality across different areas. Overall, the art style is well-received, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and engaging gameplay.

    • “If you're a fan of an itemized Diablo-style loot system and graphics reminiscent of the good days of Legend of Zelda, I cannot recommend this game enough.”
    • “The graphics feel both simplistic and aesthetically pleasing as they do a good job of bringing the dark fantasy game world to life while still leaving room for your own imagination.”
    • “A beautiful game with brilliant pixel graphics, a nice story, and easy-to-learn gameplay.”
    • “Basically a simplified pixel graphics version of Elder Scrolls.”
    • “The graphics feel both simplistic and aesthetically pleasing, as they do a good job of bringing the dark fantasy game world to life but still leave room for your own imagination.”
    • “The lore and world building is pretty good; again, somewhat simplistic like the graphics, but it also helps the replayability this way, I think.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its addictive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players enjoying the soundtrack during gameplay. Reviewers highlight the combination of great music and sound effects, which contribute to an engaging experience across various locations and combat scenarios. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, complementing the game's visuals and design effectively.

    • “The music is addictive; sometimes I just chill in the game and listen to it.”
    • “The combat is surprisingly fun, the music is great, and the whole gameplay loop keeps you engaged.”
    • “I love the visuals, and the sound/music has provided a nice atmosphere for each location and boss.”
  • replayability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability through diverse character sets, skill trees, and bosses, alongside a decent amount of achievements to pursue. While the lore and world-building are somewhat simplistic, they contribute positively to the replay experience. However, enhancing random map generation and introducing chance encounters could further improve replayability.

    • “There's lots of room for replayability with the different character sets.”
    • “There is a ton of replayability in this game and quite a few achievements to hunt for.”
    • “I think a bit more fleshing out of the random map generation would help replayability a bit, maybe some random chance encounters.”
    • “The game has a replayability factor that is almost forced upon the player.”
    • “The lore and world building is pretty good, again somewhat simplistic like the graphics, but it also helps the replayability this way I think.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews on grinding in the game highlight a mix of experiences; some players appreciate the voluntary grinding that enhances progression and evokes nostalgia, while others find it tedious and feel that it can quickly become a chore, especially if resources are mismanaged early on. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a double-edged sword, offering both rewarding and frustrating moments.

    • “Well, the game seemed okay at first, but it got really tedious really fast.”
    • “Long story short, you get stuck if you spend all your gold early, and it requires a lot of tedious work to get the gold you need afterward.”
    • “A pleasant surprise after a few hours of grinding normal combat.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, optimization for the game has seen improvements, addressing many previously reported performance issues. However, users still experience inconsistent performance, particularly when using FreeSync, leading to lag and stuttering. While developers are actively working on fixes, some players have found temporary solutions by adjusting settings in their graphics software.

    • “Many performance issues mentioned in other reviews have been more or less fixed, but I find that when I have FreeSync on (AMD 7800X3D and AMD 7900XTX), performance is poor; I fixed that by going into per-game settings in AMD Software: Adrenaline Edition and shutting off adaptive sync for this game.”
    • “Many performance issues mentioned in other reviews have been more or less fixed, but I find that when I have FreeSync on (AMD 7800X3D and AMD 7900XTX), performance is terrible; I fixed that by going into per-game settings in AMD Software: Adrenaline Edition and shutting off adaptive sync for this game.”
    • “I do not know why it decides to be a bit laggy from time to time or what influences it, as I should be able to easily run it. Performance shifts for no real reason between fully smooth and heavy lags - though the dev seems to be quite on top of fixing stuff.”
    • “Something is wrong with the performance of this game.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a distinct German style, reminiscent of "gothic i," blending dark themes with wit and irony. Players appreciate the unique comedic approach, which adds a layer of charm to the overall experience.

    • “The humor in this game is reminiscent of classic German comedy, blending dark themes with clever wit.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates gothic elements into its humor, making every joke feel unique and fitting.”
    • “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud, showcasing a brilliant sense of humor.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly and performs well, including on the Steam Deck, indicating a high level of stability.

    • “Awesome game so far, runs great on Steam Deck too!”
    • “The game has been incredibly stable, with no crashes or bugs during my playtime.”
    • “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it really enhances the overall experience.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the game features strong character development alongside engaging pixel art, exciting boss fights, and a compelling story with rich lore, making it a well-rounded experience for players who appreciate these elements.

    • “If you enjoy awesome pixel art, cool boss fights, character development, an engaging story and lore, along with a Diablo-like loot system, this is your game!”
    • “The character development in this game is incredibly rewarding, allowing players to truly connect with their heroes as they evolve throughout the journey.”
    • “I love how the character development is intertwined with the story, making every choice feel impactful and meaningful.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive art and music, which together create an immersive experience that enhances the ambiance of each location and boss encounter.

    • “Great art, music, and atmosphere.”
    • “I love the visuals, and the sound/music has provided a nice atmosphere for each location and boss.”
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Pale Coins is a open world role playing game with fantasy theme.

Pale Coins is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 8 hours playing Pale Coins.

Pale Coins was released on October 22, 2025.

Pale Coins was developed by Lukas Irzl.

Pale Coins has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Pale Coins is a single player game.

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