Saga of Sins
- March 30, 2023
- Bonus Level Entertainment
A somewhat slow 2D sidescroller that is, nevertheless, an interesting experience in religious storytelling and metroidvania-adjacent gameplay.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and gorgeous stained glass art style that creates a captivating atmosphere.
- Gameplay is smooth and fluid, offering a fair challenge for both beginners and advanced players.
- The boss fights are creative and engaging, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The gameplay can feel bland and repetitive, with some enemies lacking depth and challenge.
- Levels are relatively short and may overstay their welcome, leading to a sense of padding in the game.
- The story and character development are considered weak, with a straightforward plot that lacks surprises.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and fluidity, offering an enjoyable arcade platforming experience with precise mechanics and a variety of levels. While some players find the gameplay engaging and immersive, others describe it as bland and suggest that its short length prevents burnout. The game's aesthetic and intriguing storyline enhance the overall experience, making it appealing for fans of the genre, though its price point may warrant waiting for a sale.
“Simple but fun gameplay, gorgeous art style, and interesting mood.”
“The storyline is intriguing and the gameplay is exciting.”
“Additionally, the game is very detailed and offers an immersive gameplay experience.”
“The overall gameplay is very, very bland.”
“It's a bit pricey for its length, so I'd suggest getting it on sale if you like simple arcade platformer gameplay or are, like me, a sucker for the stained glass aesthetic.”
“The game being short is actually a plus here because if it had been longer, I'd have gotten burnt out on its simplistic mechanics.”
- story14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as average, with some players appreciating the character writing and dark, mysterious themes, while others find the plot predictable and lacking depth. Although the storyline is intriguing and enhances the gameplay experience, many reviewers note that it doesn't offer significant surprises or compelling extra content for completionists. Overall, the visuals and ambiance complement the narrative, but opinions on its overall quality vary widely.
“The storyline is intriguing and the gameplay is exciting.”
“I really like the storyline that is dark and mysterious.”
“The stained glass-like visuals are unique and create a really nice ambience that matches the storyline.”
“The story is... there.”
“The plot and characters offer no surprise.”
“There's something about a shallow story with such grand, religious presentation that's like a promise unfulfilled.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highly praised for their unique stained glass aesthetic, which not only sets it apart but also enhances the overall atmosphere and storytelling. Reviewers commend the beautiful artwork and immersive visuals, noting that the graphics are well-optimized and contribute significantly to the game's identity. Overall, the combination of impressive visuals and a captivating soundtrack creates a memorable gaming experience.
“The strongest selling point for the game is undoubtedly the art style; the stained glass look is gorgeous and gives the game a unique identity.”
“The graphics and soundtrack are also excellent, fully immersing you in the game world.”
“The stained glass-like visuals are unique and create a really nice ambience that matches the storyline.”
“The artwork is indeed beautiful and some of the sin's levels have very beautiful visuals.”
“It's a bit pricey for its length, so I'd suggest getting it on sale if you like simple arcade platformer gameplay or are, like me, a sucker for the stained glass aesthetic.”
“Luckily, the game is, to my knowledge, bug-free and well-optimized, so it's a well-made game that really doubled down on what it set out to do, which was create a game around the concept of sin in a medieval art aesthetic.”
- music5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its immersive quality, complementing the graphics and enhancing the overall experience. Users appreciate the soundtrack and sound effects, noting their effectiveness in creating an engaging atmosphere, although some feel the gameplay is somewhat limited. Overall, the combination of impressive music and visuals contributes positively to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack, voice-over, and sound effects are all pretty immersive; even entering a sinner's mind (level) starts with the screen cracking and shattering before going into the loading screen.”
“The graphics and soundtrack are also excellent, fully immersing you in the game world.”
“I found this game is good at bringing back old school vibes with impressive graphics and music, plus the story is quite cool.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for being bug-free and well-optimized, effectively delivering on its concept of sin within a medieval art aesthetic. Overall, it is considered a well-crafted experience.
“Luckily, the game is, to my knowledge, bug-free and well-optimized, making it a well-made game that really doubled down on what it set out to do: create a game around the concept of sin in a medieval art aesthetic.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its stability, being largely bug-free and well-optimized, which contributes to a smooth gaming experience that effectively realizes its artistic vision.
“Luckily, the game is, to my knowledge, bug-free and well-optimized. It's a well-made game that really doubled down on what it set out to do, which was to create a game around the concept of sin in a medieval art aesthetic.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a cool and unique medieval aesthetic, enhanced by impressive art and audio design that immerses players in its distinctive setting.
“The art and audio create a cool medieval atmosphere that feels very unique.”
“The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
“The atmospheric design perfectly captures the essence of the game's world.”
Critic Reviews
Saga of Sins – Cracked Glass
Saga of Sins tries to add medieval artistry to its Metroidvania-style gameplay. But dodgy mechanics, weak storytelling, and obtuse boss battles do not make this anything close to a religious experience.
50%Saga Of Sins Review - A Strikingly Innovative But Ultimately Limited Action Platformer With Style To Spare
Though short and certainly limited in a number of ways, Saga of Sins nonetheless leaves an indelible impression. With no shortage of imagination and a solid grasp of action platforming fundamentals, Saga of Sins not only impresses but provides an eye-opening blueprint for where a hopefully much more content stuffed sequel could go next. As it is, Saga of Sins is a breathlessly stylish, though overly brief action platformer that boasts a compelling setting that everybody should check out.
70%Saga of Sins PC Review
A somewhat slow 2D sidescroller that is, nevertheless, an interesting experience in religious storytelling and metroidvania-adjacent gameplay.
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