Quest for the Golden Candelabra

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Quest for the Golden Candelabra is a single player tactical role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Dawnsbury Studios and was released on May 12, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Lead a group of childhood friends in a series of difficult encounters played under the rules of PF2E, the second edition of a powerful tabletop OGL ruleset.

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Audience ScoreBased on 274 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

A charming and fun introduction to the Pathfinder 2e ruleset, showcasing its tactical depth in a simple format.
The game is fully voiced and provides a clear understanding of the mechanics, making it a great tool for new players.
Despite its short length, the game offers engaging combat encounters and a solid proof of concept for future Pathfinder 2e adaptations.

The game is very short, with only about 30-60 minutes of content, leaving players wanting more.
Limited character customization and a lack of non-combat mechanics may disappoint those looking for a deeper RPG experience.
The voice acting quality varies significantly, which can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is well-balanced and adheres closely to the Pathfinder Second Edition ruleset, providing a solid introduction to its mechanics, particularly in combat. While it effectively showcases the core mechanics and offers a strategic experience, it lacks skill-based events and comprehensive tutorials for new players, which may limit its accessibility. Overall, it serves as a fun and engaging proof of concept for Pathfinder 2E, though future iterations could benefit from expanded non-combat mechanics and better instructional support.
- “Being based on the Pathfinder Second Edition ruleset, the game is balanced, with relatively deep mechanics.”
- “The mechanics are solid and true to the game; the interface is easy to understand and quite intuitive!”
- “Phenomenal execution of the PF2E mechanics in a digital format; it's both good on its own and a good case study in video games using the PF2E rule set.”
- “It is a shame that there aren't any skill-based events or puzzles (democracy, scouting, and stealth mechanics, etc.), but maybe these are found in the other game that comes after this one.”
- “What it doesn't do is explain any of 2e's mechanics - if you wanted to go into this to learn Pathfinder 2e, it's not good at it due to this lack of explanation.”
- “In terms of improvements, there's very little I could suggest - it feels limiting that there is no interaction with the stealth mechanics of Pathfinder, especially with a rogue in the party who could have benefitted from the option of using stealth for initiative or hiding to set up ranged sneak attacks.”
story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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The story in "Quest for the Golden Candelabra" is simple and straightforward, serving primarily as a backdrop for tactical combat rather than a deep narrative. While the campaign is short, consisting of five missions with a few comedic moments and charming characters, it effectively introduces players to the Pathfinder 2nd Edition ruleset. Overall, the story is enjoyable and adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay, though it is not the main focus of the experience.
- “The quest your party undertakes is short and sweet, battling through some kobold platoons in the forests, then going underground to take on some undead, before one last fight to bring home the golden candelabra itself.”
- “Thoroughly enjoyable, fun story, and just all around brilliant.”
- “The story and characters were quite charming and I liked the included tips for new players in the characters' dialogue.”
- “Not much story and a bit of tactical combat.”
- “The 5 missions are just a battle which get a little harder along the way and a little badly voiced text blurb at the beginning and the end.”
- “In terms of expectations, you can't make your protagonist, choose your party, or choose your spells; it takes about 45 to 60 minutes to finish; it doesn't tell much of a story because it doesn't need to; and the voice acting is pretty campy but it doesn't detract in any way from the experience.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and 2D, with some users appreciating their charm while others find them lacking in aesthetic appeal. While the visuals may not be impressive, they do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game, which is complemented by decent audio and a solid story. Some reviews note inconsistencies in art style and a reliance on generic fantasy assets, but overall, the graphics meet expectations for a low-cost tactical RPG experience.
- “The graphics are cute and simple; the plot isn't that deep, but it is fun to play.”
- “Quest for the Golden Candelabra is the first section of Dawnsbury Days with widescreen support, cleaner graphics, and a more fleshed-out system.”
- “So the good news is that it's a well-implemented Pathfinder D&D game, with cute graphics.”
- “The graphics aren't great... that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
- “Technically, the game gets everything right, but its weakest area is aesthetic appeal.”
- “Not super polished, the voice acting isn't the best around (the recording quality in particular can vary wildly), and the sound effects, music, and graphics (aside from the hand-drawn portraits) are too 'generic stock fantasy picture/tileset' for my taste.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely driven by the voice acting, which many find to be amusing, though it sometimes misses the mark when attempting to be intentionally funny.
- “The voice acting is hilarious, adding a unique charm to the game.”
- “The humor is cleverly woven into the dialogue, making every interaction enjoyable.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty one-liners and absurd situations.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered good, though not exceptionally polished, with some users noting that the voice acting and recording quality can be inconsistent. Additionally, the overall sound effects and music are described as somewhat generic, lacking distinctiveness.
- “The music is good.”
- “Not super polished; the voice acting isn't the best around. The recording quality in particular can vary wildly. I ended up turning it off after the first level. The sound effects, music, and graphics (aside from the hand-drawn portraits) are too generic and feel like stock fantasy assets.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a cozy, campy vibe, enhanced by amateur voice acting that contributes to the feeling of a casual RPG session among friends. This approach creates a unique charm, making players feel like they are part of a low-level adventure rather than an epic high fantasy narrative.
- “The voice actors may not be professionals, but they contribute to the cozy, campy atmosphere of the adventure.”
- “It adds to the atmosphere of a playable RPG session; like you're observing a group of friends roleplaying their characters, rather than a high fantasy world, which fits perfectly for this low-level adventuring.”
- “The voice actors are obviously not professionals, but they add to the cozy, campy atmosphere of the adventure.”
- “Instead, it contributes to the atmosphere of a playable RPG session; it feels like you're observing a group of friends roleplaying their characters, rather than immersing yourself in a high fantasy world, which suits this low-level adventuring.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers a brief experience but maintains a surprising level of replayability, making it enjoyable to revisit despite its short length.
- “Short but sweet, with some replayability value.”
- “Surprisingly replayable!”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be heartwarming and charming, largely due to its wholesome dialogue and nostalgic presentation. The simplicity of the storytelling evokes a sense of warmth and connection, making the experience feel like a delightful journey reminiscent of classic adventures.
- “I was charmed by the presentation and voice acting; in particular, I felt like the dialogue was wholesome and drew me in despite being very simple and traditional, for lack of a better word.”
- “I think that's a strength, and the three hours or so I spent messing around in the game was a pleasant, heartwarming ride that speaks to a simpler time and the adventures of old.”

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Quest for the Golden Candelabra is a tactical role playing game with fantasy theme.

Quest for the Golden Candelabra is available on PC and Windows.

Quest for the Golden Candelabra was released on May 12, 2023.

Quest for the Golden Candelabra was developed by Dawnsbury Studios.

Quest for the Golden Candelabra has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Quest for the Golden Candelabra is a single player game.

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