Plague of Yamorn
- June 4, 2023
- DozenByte
Get on SteamYamorn, once prosperous and thriving town. Lost to the plague. As a captain of the Yamorn guard you have to do whatever it takes to save as many innocent lives, even if by eradicating those already claimed by this affliction and spearheading the way out of this godforsaken hellhole. As a plague doctor, after receiving a mysterious letter, you depart to Yamorn with the sole purpose and duty to cl…
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Reviews
- The game features a grimdark aesthetic and decent pixel art that many players appreciate.
- Combat becomes more enjoyable as players progress, with a satisfying RPG aspect that includes crafting and upgrades.
- The developer is responsive and actively works to fix bugs, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- Frequent bugs, including corrupted save files and unresponsive abilities, significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- The map lacks precision and player markers, making navigation frustrating, especially in the early game.
- Boss fights are generally easy and unchallenging, leading to a lack of excitement and engagement during encounters.
- story20 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story is described as engaging and coherent, featuring a unique plot centered around plague doctors battling pestilence, with unexpected twists and interesting background writing. Players appreciate the aesthetic and the depth of story details that can be uncovered, making it a worthwhile experience for those who enjoy metroidvania-style games. Overall, the narrative adds a compelling layer to the gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
“There's some great background writing (and some genuinely funny notes), the story might not go exactly down the direction you expect it to and I thought it was an interesting angle.”
“It has some very cool writing when it comes to the story details that you can discover.”
“The plot is... well, there.”
“A short yet sweet metroidvania-style game that you'll also enjoy if you're into plague doctors in combat against the pestilence, only for you, the player, to uncover the truth behind the town the further you progress with the story.”
“It has a perfect aesthetic that also throws some unexpected story expansion your way.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a grimdark aesthetic complemented by simple yet effective pixel art, which enhances the game's creepy atmosphere. While the art lacks intricate detail, it is well-received for its charm and ability to support the game's narrative twists and fast-paced action. Overall, the visuals are described as eye-catching and fitting for the metroidvania genre.
“A short and sweet little metroidvania with a pleasant art style.”
“It has a perfect aesthetic that also throws some unexpected story expansion your way.”
“Fast responsive action, creepy atmosphere, eye-catching visuals, upgrades of gear and abilities, story twists...”
“Art style is actually creepy, and the lack of polish lends to that factor.”
“The aesthetics are grimdark, and the pixel art is not detailed, but it's not bad.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its soothing soundtrack that complements the pixel art and gameplay, creating a cozy and immersive atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the harmonious blend of music and ambiance as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience.
“Pixel art and music/ambiance went nicely with the gameplay.”
“Amazing little gem with great and simple playability, cozy art and soothing soundtrack.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay features appealing pixel art and music that enhance the experience, though some players note that control mechanics can feel stiff and clunky against certain enemies. Despite this, the game maintains a manageable difficulty level, allowing players to develop effective strategies. The resource extraction mechanic is clever, and while crafting may lack depth, it compensates with a diverse array of tools, weapons, and potions.
“The pixel art and music/ambiance complement the gameplay beautifully.”
“Occasionally, the control mechanics would be stiff and clunky with certain types of enemies you come across; however, this isn't a huge issue since the overall game difficulty isn't overwhelming, and the enemies can be easily dealt with once a player's strategy is developed, as with other metroidvania-style games.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by clever background writing and genuinely funny notes, providing an unexpected twist to the story. While players transitioning from FPS games may find the humor initially challenging, it ultimately contributes to an engaging and enjoyable experience.
“There's some great background writing (and some genuinely funny notes). The story might not go exactly down the direction you expect it to, and I thought it was an interesting angle.”
“For someone who played mostly FPS games, it was a bit funny and rough to get into, but once I did, it was a smooth ride.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that the game starts off challenging, requiring careful play and farming to craft helpful items. However, the grinding can become tedious, particularly with repetitive minigames and multiple locked doors that need to be navigated in succession.
“The minigames can become tedious, especially if you have to do them in succession (multiple locked doors in a row and multiples of the same harvesting material in the same room).”
“Expect a difficult start; you're weak and have to play carefully. That being said, with a bit of farming, you can craft a couple of items that will make your life a lot easier.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its creepy ambiance and eye-catching visuals, which enhance the fast-paced and responsive gameplay. Players appreciate the combination of engaging story twists and the ability to upgrade gear and abilities, contributing to an immersive experience.
“Fast responsive action, creepy atmosphere, eye-catching visuals, upgrades of gear and abilities, story twists...”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant optimization issues, noting that the game world experiences noticeable stuttering, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
“The world is stuttering.”
“The world is stuttering.”
