Runeous: Part One
- May 31, 2016
- Novel Tea Games
Get on SteamJoin our heroes in a world ravished by the wars of it's past in this exciting Visual Novel experience!
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- The game features beautiful artwork and character designs, enhancing the visual experience.
- It's a short and free visual novel, making it accessible for players looking for a quick playthrough.
- The story, while brief, has an interesting premise and leaves players wanting to see more in the next part.
- The save and load functionality does not work, which can hinder the gameplay experience.
- The presence of two narrators is distracting and detracts from the overall immersion of the story.
- The game is very short and feels incomplete, lacking depth and meaningful choices that affect the narrative.
- story87 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of "Runeous: Part One" introduces a small group of soldiers on a quest for runes in a dystopian world, setting the stage for a two-part narrative. While some players find the plot interesting and the art appealing, many criticize the distracting dual narrators and the story's predictability, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, the game is considered a decent free visual novel that may appeal to those willing to overlook its flaws.
“The story follows a small group of heroes in a world ravaged by the wars of its past.”
“Runeous is a two-part story, and within part one, we are introduced to the main plot line and the main characters of the story.”
“The storyline is overall interesting, but the double narrator seems very strange to me, and this aspect led me to lose interest.”
“The story has not yet really begun, so there's not much to tell either.”
“Although the story started in a decent manner, the bickering of the two narrators left an awful taste in my mouth.”
“The story itself is decent; however, for me, later it becomes so generic and predictable.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful artwork and well-designed backgrounds, with many users highlighting the unique art style and character designs. However, some critiques mention inconsistencies in character expressions and a lack of polish in certain areas. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, especially given the game's free-to-play model.
“Absolutely fantastic artwork.”
“The character and background artwork are both wonderfully done.”
“The art style was quite nice (actually I found it pretty unique), backgrounds were also good, and the background music was cool.”
“Bad graphic design”
“I'm not a fan of the art style for the characters; they always look either angry or monster-like, but the backgrounds look good.”
“Not a bad game; I liked the graphics for it being free, but I didn't really care that much for the story, to be honest.”
- music22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players noting its pleasant quality but also its repetitive nature, leading to some annoyance over looping tracks. While some appreciate the soundtrack as fitting and enjoyable, others feel it lacks variety and depth, suggesting that the game could benefit from more ambient sounds and longer music tracks. Overall, the music complements the game's artwork but could use improvements to enhance the overall experience.
“Honestly, I like the artwork in this game and the soundtrack.”
“Its music and art were also well done and finely detailed in terms of the environment as we progress in scenes.”
“I enjoyed it - the artwork is fairly unique and the music is perfect, plus it's free!”
“The music is short and on repeat; it's boring.”
“Annoying music loop and no options!”
“The art design is pretty good, but the music is repetitive.”
- character development7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, character development in the game is highlighted by appealing designs and a variety of character portraits, which many players appreciate. While some reviewers noted that the artwork could be improved, the original story and engaging cliffhangers contribute positively to the characters' appeal. The combination of attractive graphics and a well-crafted soundtrack enhances the overall experience, despite mixed opinions on the execution.
“I love the character designs, background images, soundtrack, range of character portraits, and the cliffhanger.”
“Original story, interesting looking character designs too.”
“The soundtrack was nice, graphics were interesting (I liked the character designs), and some nice easy achievements.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its limited mechanics, which resemble those found in some D&D RPGs, focusing on choice and alignment but ultimately feeling unnecessary and lacking depth.
“The only thing I can compare it to is the same mechanic employed in some D&D RPGs, where the choice affects your alignment and NPC response, and part of the game is figuring out which choices to make when.”
“The mechanics are very limited.”
“I found the single limited mechanic to be unnecessary.”
“The only thing I can compare to is the same mechanic employed in some D&D RPGs, where the choice affects your alignment and NPC response, and part of the game is figuring out which choices to make when.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is hit-or-miss; while some players find the bickering between narrators amusing, others feel it detracts from the overall story and can be annoying. The fourth wall breaks are seen as distracting, although the voice acting adds a layer of humor through character interactions.
“The voice acting was also good, and I found it humorous how they'll pester each other from time to time.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express a desire for quality-of-life improvements during grinding, such as a mute button to enhance the experience while pursuing achievements. Additionally, some users note that grinding may require extra lives, indicating a potentially challenging or time-consuming process.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“Needs a mute button while I'm grinding for my free achievements.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its vibrant and well-drawn backgrounds, engaging character designs, and lively personalities, particularly of the two main riders. The inclusion of atmospheric music and an intriguing storyline, along with creatively designed bug monsters, further enhances the immersive experience. Players appreciate the thoughtful choices that influence the story's progression, adding depth to the overall ambiance.
“The game features beautifully drawn backgrounds and characters, each with colorful and fun personalities, creating an engaging atmosphere.”
“The atmospheric music enhances the experience, complementing the interesting story and well-designed bug monsters.”
“The overall atmosphere is captivating, with a well-placed selection of choices that influence how the story unfolds.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that the stability of the game is somewhat compromised, particularly when skipping text, as stopping the text can be buggy and inconsistent.
“Once you start skipping text, stopping it becomes a bit buggy.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered several glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
