Realms of Chaos
- May 5, 2014
- 3D Realms
Get on SteamRealms of Chaos is an exciting side-scrolling platform game with an innovative mix of action, adventure, mysticism, and role-playing that's never been seen in this style of game. Set in the fantastic world of Mysteria, Realms of Chaos is the first of many adventures of Endrick and Elandra, a brother and sister duo who find themselves on a journey to save the many realms of Mysteria, from a dark…
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Reviews
- The game features good graphics for its time and smooth scrolling, making it visually appealing.
- It offers a unique character-switching mechanic that adds variety to gameplay, allowing players to choose between melee and ranged attacks.
- Despite its age, the game is considered fun and challenging, with a nostalgic charm that resonates with players who enjoyed classic platformers.
- The platforming mechanics are imprecise and can lead to frustrating gameplay, with many instances of instant death traps.
- Level design can be tedious, often requiring excessive backtracking and trial-and-error gameplay.
- The game lacks the polish and tight controls of more successful platformers from its era, making it feel dated and repetitive.
- graphics9 mentions
- 89 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its impressive graphics for the era, featuring 256-color VGA and enhanced SVGA artwork that stands out among contemporaries. Reviewers highlight the fantasy-themed visuals and decent controls, noting that the graphics were advanced for their time and contribute positively to the overall experience.
“A classic platformer, with neat fantasy-themed graphics.”
“If you enjoy classic DOS platformers with beautiful SVGA graphics and glorious MIDI, I recommend this one to you.”
“For its time, Realms of Chaos had great graphics and, most importantly, incredible control response.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and enjoyable, featuring simple mechanics like defeating enemies and completing levels, reminiscent of classic titles. While the character-switching mechanic is likened to "Lost Vikings," it lacks the depth of puzzle-solving. Boss battles present a challenging experience, making it a hidden gem despite its age.
“It is actually somewhat of a hidden gem in my opinion as the game doesn't only look really good for being that old, but features some simple and fun gameplay - kill enemies, find treasure, finish level.”
“The boss battles are challenging and difficult to master, for the most part, and the character-switching mechanic reminds me a bit of Lost Vikings, though without any of the fun puzzle solving.”
“The gameplay is pretty straightforward.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game features a visually appealing pixel art style complemented by a solid MIDI soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the music's quality, which pairs well with the engaging combat and challenging gameplay.
“The soundtrack is good, and the controls work very well.”
“The music adds a fantastic layer to the gameplay experience.”
“The combination of pixel art and midi music creates a nostalgic atmosphere.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The MIDI tracks are outdated and don't match the game's overall aesthetic.”
“I found the soundtrack to be quite bland and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the humor in the game may be misinterpreted by some players, particularly regarding character swapping, which has led to confusion and comments that seem to miss the intended comedic context. This suggests that while the game attempts topical humor, it may not resonate with all audiences due to varying levels of comprehension.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a nostalgia cash grab, indicating that users feel the game is exploiting their fondness for past experiences rather than offering genuine value.
“Once more, thumbs down to this kind of nostalgia cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra.”
