SAELIG
- June 30, 2017
- Atorcoppe Games
- 17h median play time
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Reviews
- The game combines survival, management, political, and economic simulation, offering players a variety of paths to choose from.
- The world feels alive with NPCs making their own decisions, creating a dynamic and immersive experience.
- The developer is very active and responsive to community feedback, continuously improving the game with regular updates.
- The game can be buggy and crashes frequently, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
- The user interface is clunky and not very intuitive, making it difficult to navigate and manage tasks effectively.
- Some players find the game repetitive after a while, with limited content and objectives to pursue in the late game.
- gameplay72 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is praised for its variety and depth, offering a mix of simulation, open-world sandbox elements, and engaging mechanics reminiscent of games like "The Guild." While many players appreciate the charm and potential of the game, some note that it can become repetitive and has technical issues, as well as a need for further refinement and content expansion. Overall, it provides an enjoyable experience with a solid foundation, appealing to fans of medieval-themed gameplay, despite being in early access.
“There is a lot of variety in gameplay, and you don't have to follow a definite set path.”
“Altogether, I'd say this game is the perfect mix of gameplay elements that offers something that'll appeal to fans of any of them while offering enough variety to justify playing again and again.”
“The gameplay is fun and takes some mechanics and features from games like The Guild and then makes them more engaging, less tedious, and more RPG-like.”
“But it becomes a bit repetitive once you've figured the mechanics out.”
“And the promises are certainly kept, but the updates seem inconsistent and the gameplay is just disappointing.”
“Gameplay - 5/10: repetitive with not many options from a professions perspective.”
- graphics56 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players acknowledging decent visuals for an indie title, yet noting issues such as performance problems, lack of polish, and repetitive character designs. While some appreciate the charming aesthetic and improvements over time, others criticize the graphics for being outdated or lacking detail, particularly in character models and environmental variety. Overall, the game shows potential but requires further optimization and enhancement to fully meet player expectations.
“I've been playing for a long time, before the Viking raiders were added and the new graphics. I can say 100% the game just keeps improving as time goes on; it's impeccable!”
“As soon as I went into first-person mode and walked around the town with very high graphics, I knew this would end up being the game Guild 3 should have been.”
“I've played for a few hours on full graphics; this game is beautiful to look at, plays and runs very smoothly.”
“The hardest part for most players will be getting past the less polished graphics and UI.”
“The graphics are decent for an indie title, but the washed out greyness and the general lack of color just suck the life and soul out of the game.”
“It's very poorly optimized, works the graphics card hard without much visual wow to show for it.”
- stability37 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been a common point of contention among users, with many reporting various glitches and bugs, including crashes and freezes, particularly during early access. While some players have experienced minor issues, others have faced more significant problems that affect gameplay. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game shows promise and potential, it remains rough around the edges and requires further polishing to enhance stability.
“Way too buggy right now to recommend.”
“Really disappointed, this game is a gem and I am completely enthralled but it consistently freezes and locks up my computer.”
“Terribly buggy.”
- story22 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is noted for its potential but lacks depth and direction, leaving players feeling frustrated at times. While the RPG elements allow for personal storytelling and character development, many users express a desire for a more structured narrative to enhance the experience. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of life simulation and player-driven storytelling, but improvements in storyline development could elevate it further.
“I wish there was a neutral rating on Steam, but I'll share one story that demonstrates my frustration; I started off as a hunter, I had planned on living on the outskirts of town, occasionally selling hides and meat to the townsfolk, maybe meet a nice barmaid lass, settle down, become a guardsman when the Vikings finally land, get killed, have my son carry on my legacy, you know, classic stuff.”
“Not the usual city-builder, it has an RPG style that starts off your character with a backstory.”
“Needs some story line development.”
“It by no means needs to be story heavy, but a little more direction might keep it from getting aimless a couple of hours in.”
“The lack of a story may make some people think twice, but the potential to make your own story in a town where every playthrough is a little different is enough to replay it with a different style or tactic.”
- grinding11 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the early gameplay is engaging and fun, it can become tedious and repetitive in the mid to late stages. The mechanics allow for various ways to progress, but many users feel that the grind often lacks meaningful rewards, leading to frustration. Overall, the game has potential, but the grind may deter some players from fully enjoying it.
“The game isn't difficult at all, not even if you start off as a penniless beggar; it's just grindy.”
“The game is quite fun in the early stages, but mid to late game becomes tedious.”
“Additionally, the economy seems dysfunctional; I've tried several characters and businesses, and while the alehouse and mine seem to work the best, you really don't get ahead; it's grinding with no reward.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with many players experiencing performance problems even on high-end systems, despite attempts to adjust graphic settings. While the developer is actively working on updates and bug fixes, the current state detracts from the overall enjoyment, leaving players hopeful for future improvements.
“Incredibly fun - has some performance issues, but it's easy enough to look past that after tweaking graphic settings a bit to run smoother.”
“On top of the game showing real promise, Stardog, the developer/publisher, is doing a great job of not only updating the game regularly with real content, but also diligently working on bug fixes and patches to improve stability and overall performance.”
“Will be a great game when they get optimization in.”
“The game looks like it could be pretty interesting, but sadly even with specs that dwarf the recommendations, all graphics turned all the way down, and other performance-boosting settings turned on, the game simply doesn't run.”
“It's not optimized well, which is disappointing because it has such great reviews. I wish I could enjoy what makes people like this game so much.”
“It's very poorly optimized; it works the graphics card hard without much visual wow to show for it.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game is highly praised for its replayability, with users highlighting its engaging role-playing elements and sandbox features that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers emphasize that the game's design allows for varied experiences, making it enjoyable to revisit. Overall, it is considered a worthwhile investment due to its significant replay value.
“If you like role playing, medieval, sandbox, sim, with a ton of replayability, then you need to snap this game up.”
“All of these things aside, I think this game is entertaining and enjoyable, and the replay value will only increase as it gets more refined.”
“This game is well worth the price and has plenty of replay value in my opinion - buy it and try it!!!”
“It's all up to you which gives this more replayability.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and ambient qualities, with many players noting that the soundtracks enhance the overall gameplay experience. The pleasant and charming music contributes to a sense of ease and immersion, making it enjoyable to listen to for extended periods. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that complements the game's aesthetic appeal.
“It has all the heart, charm, labor of love, the gorgeous ambience and sense of ease... I love the sense of freedom and flow, the content and aesthetic appeal of the gameplay, and the ability to switch and multitask through different buildings, occupations and activities... the rich, ambient sound world and the music soundtracks also deserve much applause.”
“The soundtrack is very relaxing and I could happily listen to it for hours... which is a good job really as time just flies when you're playing this. The only downside is that the notifications can get a little annoying each time they pop up, but I can live with that.”
“Soundtracks are very pleasing.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its pleasant vibe and engaging NPC interactions, contributing to a relaxing life and business management experience. Players appreciate the developers' commitment to continuous updates, enhancing the overall ambiance over the years.
“Really great atmosphere and vibe, awesome commitment from the dev with constant updates over the many years I've been coming back to this game.”
“The atmosphere is pleasant and there are so many little quirks in the way NPCs behave.”
“I truly appreciate this game for the overall atmosphere and relaxing life/business management.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its freedom and variety, allowing players to explore multiple routes in shaping their personas. It is noted as a true successor to "The Guild 2: Renaissance," emphasizing a focus on personal role-playing and character growth, in contrast to other titles that have shifted towards broader strategic gameplay.
“There is a lot of freedom in the various routes for character persona and development.”
“If you played The Guild 2: Renaissance, then this is a true successor to that game, unlike TG3, which strayed too far into global strategy, totally missing out on the small-scale experience, role play, and character development.”
“If you played The Guild 2: Renaissance, then this is a true successor to this game, unlike TG3 that strayed too far into global strategy, totally missing out on that small-scale experience, role play, and character development.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that while they often find strategy games lacking in emotional depth, certain moments, such as the death of a child from the plague, can evoke strong feelings and create a poignant connection to the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.
“I got bored with those banished, Dawn of Man, etc. type games because there isn't that emotional connection to a character. While I love strategy for its own sake, it becomes monotonous quite quickly.”
“Then a child dies of the plague, and it's actually really sad and touching.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as hilariously irreverent with a chillingly sinister undertone, providing a unique blend of comedy that keeps players engaged and entertained.
“It's hilariously irreverent and icily sinister.”
