Project Hedra
- February 7, 2023
- Zaphyk
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Reviews
- The game has a unique Cube World alpha experience with procedurally generated worlds and quests, appealing to fans of exploration.
- The developer is active and responsive to feedback, frequently releasing bug fixes and updates.
- The graphics are visually appealing, and the soundtrack is enjoyable, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere.
- The game feels unfinished and buggy, resembling an early alpha build rather than a polished release.
- Gameplay can be repetitive and lacks immersion, with many areas feeling empty and uninteresting.
- Technical issues such as crashes, glitches, and poor NPC interactions significantly detract from the overall experience.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is hindered by frustrating NPC interactions, as players must navigate steep slopes to engage with quest givers, leading to issues like quests failing immediately after dialogue. However, the game features procedurally generated worlds and quests reminiscent of Cube World, alongside a rich skill tree system, which has captivated players despite its early access status. Overall, while the narrative experience has its flaws, the engaging gameplay elements and community-driven development show promise.
“A good RPG with a Cube World alpha vibe (procedurally generated worlds and quests), nice OST, beautiful graphics, and an active developer who cares about the community.”
“Of course, the game is early access and just a few days released, but the Cube World-like procedurally generated worlds and quests, along with a bit more feature-rich skill trees, got me immediately hooked again and I instantly played a few hours and tried out all the classes.”
“NPCs move up 90-degree slopes on mountains near the village, and if you want to get or turn in a quest with one of them, you'll also have to jump your way up the ridiculously steep slope to get close enough to hit the 'E' key.”
“This wouldn't be a problem if so many of the quest NPCs were not 20 feet above you on a super steep slope, as mentioned above.”
“The first NPC I approached gave me a quest to find a cottage, and it failed immediately after the dialogue ended.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous bugs and crashes, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite its ambitious design, many feel it is not ready for release, especially given its $10 price tag.
“This game, while seemingly an extremely ambitious title for this developer's first release on Steam, is nothing but a huge buggy mess of assets.”
“This game is not early access, and there is no excuse for it to be in such a buggy state while still asking a $10 USD price tag for it.”
“It's a respectable and very ambitious game, but it's just way too buggy and messy to be considered a 'fun' or complete game ready for a $10 asking price.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of Project Hedra are described as gorgeous, featuring a low-poly aesthetic that complements its procedurally generated worlds and quests. While some players appreciate the visual style, others note that it may not be a concern for those focused on gameplay. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, especially for fans of action RPGs.
“A good RPG with a Cube World Alpha vibe (procedurally generated worlds and quests), nice OST, beautiful graphics, and an active developer who cares about the community.”
“If you enjoy action RPGs like Elder Scrolls or Kingdom of Amalur but want an endless world to explore and don't mind low poly graphics, then Project Hedra is for you.”
“The graphic style is gorgeous.”
“If you enjoy action RPGs like Elder Scrolls or Kingdom of Amalur but want an endless world to explore and don't mind low-poly graphics, then Project Hedra is for you.”
“The graphics are quite dated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's music is criticized for its short 15-second loop, which not only becomes repetitive but also glitches upon restarting, detracting from the overall experience.
“The music loop used in the game is only about 15 seconds long, and every time it starts over, you'll hear it glitch out as it restarts.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after just a short playtime.”
“The audio quality of the music is subpar, with noticeable distortion that detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally enjoyable, though some users note that it can be somewhat janky at times.
“The gameplay is engaging and keeps me coming back for more.”
“I love the variety of mechanics and how they all work together seamlessly.”
“The controls are responsive, making every action feel satisfying.”
“Gameplay can be quite janky at times, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The mechanics feel clunky and unrefined, making it frustrating to play.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt the flow of gameplay, leading to a less enjoyable experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, noting that it feels unbalanced and occasionally glitchy, which can detract from the overall experience.
“The game feels a bit grindy, with some classes being unbalanced and a few glitches.”
“Grinding in this game is excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
