Riders of Icarus
- July 6, 2016
- WeMade
- 5h median play time
With hundreds of ground and aerial mounts to collect and train, the sky is no longer the limit.
Get on Steam"Riders of Icarus" is a free-to-play MMORPG that allows players to capture and train mounts for combat and exploration in a vast fantasy world. The game features both PvE and PvP modes, with a heavy emphasis on aerial combat and epic boss battles. Players can choose from various classes, each with unique abilities and playstyles, as they uncover the mysteries of the world of Icarus.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique taming system that allows players to capture and ride a variety of creatures, including dragons and other fantastical beasts.
- The graphics are visually appealing, with well-designed environments and character models that enhance the overall gaming experience.
- The combat system is engaging, offering both traditional tab-targeting and action combat options, allowing players to choose their preferred playstyle.
- There are significant technical issues, including frequent crashes, lag, and bugs that disrupt gameplay and frustrate players.
- The game has a low level cap of 25, which some players feel limits content and progression, leading to a repetitive experience.
- The cash shop includes items that can give paying players an advantage, raising concerns about potential pay-to-win mechanics.
- story77 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-written, while others describe it as generic and forgettable, often following typical RPG tropes like good vs. evil and saving a princess. Many users noted issues with quest availability and progression, leading to frustration, but some appreciated the depth and variety in side quests and dungeons. Overall, while the story has its moments, it tends to be overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and questing frustrations.
“I love all the familiars, I love the storyline, and I love the characters!”
“It's got a good mix of main story quests (which are actually kind of good if you pay attention to them instead of skipping through the chat), subquests that blend in nicely, and dungeons that you can solo or group for, which have their own subquests and reward you with cool item sets.”
“The graphics and environment are very pretty, the creatures look amazing, and the cutscenes make you feel like you're engaged in the story.”
“The story and world (both visually and story-wise) is very, very typical good-vs-evil save the princess RPG/MMO fare (yeah, save the princess, literally).”
“The storyline is both forgettable and very much a theme park MMO - this is fine, but it's generic at best.”
“The story is a bland theme park story which most can get by with.”
- graphics67 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the stunning visuals, beautiful environments, and impressive creature designs, particularly in terms of mounts and pets. However, some users note that the graphics can feel dated or inconsistent, especially when compared to other modern titles. Overall, while the game showcases strong artistic elements, it may not fully utilize its engine's potential, leading to a varied graphical experience depending on settings and hardware.
“The graphics are amazing, the mounts are really cool, and the sheer amount of stuff you can do is a player's dream.”
“The graphics and environment are very pretty, the creatures look amazing, and the cutscenes make you feel like you're engaged in the story.”
“Absolutely awesome game and the graphics are the best I have seen in a while.”
“Graphics-wise, it’s not an example of the most brilliant use of the ye' old cry engine; some awesome texture work in places, but sometimes the game looks as old as Lineage II to me.”
“I will say I am not big on the graphics; sometimes they feel kind of murky or they just look a little funky.”
“Graphics were horrible and I have an amazing PC where I can usually run everything on ultra, but with this I could run sometimes medium.”
- gameplay50 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews for the game are mixed, with many players finding it average or uninspired, often comparing it to other MMORPGs with similar mechanics. While some appreciate the taming system and the variety of mounts, others criticize the repetitive quest structure and clunky combat mechanics. Overall, the game offers decent gameplay with some engaging elements, but it struggles with issues like lag and a lack of innovation.
“I have been playing for around 3 hours and it keeps me engaged with interesting mechanics and lore.”
“The aesthetic of this game is perfect in terms of high fantasy, and the mechanics of the game are really fun.”
“But playing this game, I've loved everything about it from the combat, to the loot and farming mechanics, to the taming, which is incredibly fun and easy.”
“Decidedly average overall, non-existent customer support and boring gameplay loops make this a hard pass.”
“The one thing that stood out instantly were the gameplay mechanics felt very clunky and slow.”
“The company philosophy is to roll out the game in chunks, which leads to extremely grindy and boring gameplay.”
- grinding26 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; while some players appreciate the depth and excitement of taming rare mounts and the rewarding nature of farming, others find the experience overly tedious and repetitive, especially after reaching higher levels. The game features a mix of enjoyable mechanics and frustrating grind, with some players noting that the balance leans too heavily towards grinding for resources and gear, leading to a sense of boredom. Overall, the grinding aspect can be fun for those who enjoy it, but it may become a chore for others.
“If you enjoy grinding to get your rewards, then this is a good game, but it was far too grindy for me.”
“Overall, wemade (devs) provide a nice product, but there is no fun if it's balanced just to keep the player grinding.”
“It's overall really boring, grindy, p2w, infected with gsellers.”
- stability19 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, system freezes, and crashes that often require hard resets. While some minor glitches are tolerable, the overall experience is marred by these persistent problems, leading to frustration among players. Despite these challenges, there is hope for improvement with future updates aimed at addressing these stability concerns.
“The biggest problem with this game is that it is so goddamn buggy.”
“Although I've had a couple of system freezes, normally when I've tabbed away during a long loading screen, which have required a hard reset to fix, just because the game seems to stay in front of even the task manager.”
“Game crashes in ruins, run the game again I am dead in the water, no water in ruins... can not revive... recall stone in inventory, hit inventory button, inventory empty... buggy.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including bugs and stuttering, particularly on high-end systems. While some users note that the game runs well overall with only minor FPS drops, others advise caution before purchasing due to the optimization challenges that can hinder gameplay.
“Performance is good; there are a few FPS drops here and there, but nothing too severe.”
“The game is optimized well, which is a big plus when it comes to MMOs.”
“The game is very fun, but the lack of optimization makes it hardly playable for a lot of players.”
“Yeah, it's poorly optimized even with an i7 4790k, dual GTX 970s (yes, SLI works for me), and 16GB of RAM.”
“The game does have a few optimization issues; it's a bit buggy at times with fonts not being properly placed, causing them to be cut off, and some moves don't fire off after charging.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it fitting and enjoyable, enhancing their experience, others describe it as somewhat underwhelming and bland. The soundtrack is noted for being pleasant and appropriate for the game's environments, but it may not stand out for all players.
“I love the music, I love the fighting, I played this for hours not realizing how fast time went by.”
“The soundtrack is fitting for the area and pleasant.”
“Voice acting and sound effects are adequate, but the music is somewhat underwhelming to me.”
“The music and graphics are very pretty.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game features microtransactions and opportunities to earn in-game currency, ellun, through grinding, which prevents it from feeling like a cash grab at present. However, the presence of gold sellers, bots, and cheaters raises concerns about the game's future direction and potential for exploitative practices. Overall, while the current system does not include game-breaking items, there are indications that it may evolve towards a more aggressive monetization strategy.
“There are microtransactions, but no game-breaking items that affect balance.”
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game offers cosmetic items for purchase without impacting gameplay.”
“Unfortunately, not being a developer, I can see this is probably heading towards a cash grab for this company.”
“So far, it doesn't seem to be a cash grab, but they give you opportunities to grind for ellun in the shop anyway.”
“There are microtransactions, but no game balance-breaking items.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its quirky elements, such as the removal of a sound effect that players found amusing, highlighting the developers' playful approach. Overall, Nexon is perceived as a source of humor within the game.
“Funny enough, this sound effect was removed in a patch.”
“Nexon = funny”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging and visually appealing aesthetic elements, contributing to an immersive experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The combination of sound design and visuals creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
“Every location feels alive, contributing to a rich and engaging atmosphere.”
