Saint Emiliana
- September 16, 2020
- WhiteMoor
Get on SteamIn the game "Saint Emiliana," you play as a nun named Emiliana who gives up her soul to become a witch and save her sister from accusations of witchcraft. The game features classic RPG gameplay with turn-based combat, leveling and quest systems, all set in a fantasy world. Emiliana's newfound "Demon Flame" power adds an additional layer to the combat system. Your mission is to navigate through the challenges of your new form while searching for your sister and wrestling with your faith.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- High-quality art and animations, particularly in the H-scenes, which are well-executed and engaging.
- The story is intriguing, featuring a compelling narrative about a nun who sacrifices her faith to save her sister.
- Gameplay mechanics are standard for RPG Maker games but include unique elements like a lewdness mechanic and various combat options.
- The game suffers from bugs and crashes, particularly during cutscenes and H-scenes, which can disrupt the experience.
- The story feels linear and incomplete, with limited choices and a lack of replay value.
- Navigation and combat can be cumbersome, with some mechanics feeling underdeveloped or frustrating.
- story36 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging narrative and character development, particularly the protagonist, Sister Emiliana. However, others found the story to be linear, short, and at times confusing, with complaints about incomplete arcs and technical issues affecting cutscenes. Overall, while the writing and art are appreciated, the story's originality and execution leave room for improvement.
“The story is good and the H-scene is erotic.”
“Saint Emiliana follows the story of the young nun Emiliana who, after an unfortunate series of events, needs to become the most feared being in the kingdom, a witch.”
“10/10 absolutely loved it; the story was great and had me engaged.”
“A story that started well and ended badly because it was left incomplete.”
“Plus, the story is super short and confusing too.”
“The story is mostly linear; only at the end do you get to make a few choices that can affect your ending.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as standard RPG Maker fare, featuring turn-based combat and some unique mechanics, such as a lewdness system. While some players find it challenging and enjoyable, others feel that gameplay is not the main focus of the game, with more emphasis placed on the storyline and art. Overall, it offers decent mechanics but may have some inconveniences.
“Good storyline and decent gameplay; this is definitely the better one.”
“Gameplay was unironically challenging at times.”
“Great animations, good gameplay mechanics.”
“Gameplay is not in the code of this game.”
“Standard RPG Maker gameplay with a few tweaks.”
“The gameplay---what gameplay?”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are praised for their high-quality artwork, particularly in the animated scenes, which are considered top-notch. Reviewers note that the graphics quality is significantly enhanced by the use of the latest engine, MV, although the effectiveness of the graphics can vary depending on the game's type and engine.
“The graphics are stunning, showcasing excellent artwork.”
“In the graphics section, I decide based on the type of game and the game engine it uses.”
“In terms of graphics quality support, the latest engine, MV, is superior.”
“In the graphics (art) section, I decide based on the type of game and the game engine it uses.”
“Each tool has its pros and cons, but in terms of graphics quality support, the latest engine, MV, is superior.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game features collectible tracks that enhance the experience, providing a pleasant soundtrack that complements key moments in the story.
“Together with the art, we have a very pleasant soundtrack throughout the story, complementing the important moments in it.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players note that grinding is necessary for boss battles and progression, requiring a balance of skills and items. Although there is a decent variety in combat, some find the animations repetitive during the grinding process for experience points.
“While there is a reasonable amount of variety, some of the combat animations do get a bit repetitive when you’re grinding for XP.”
“Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game, making progress feel tedious.”
“The amount of grinding required to level up is excessive, leading to burnout and diminishing enjoyment.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its short playtime relative to its price, with many users expressing that it lacks significant replay value, making it less appealing for repeated playthroughs.
“It has a fairly short playtime for its price tag, especially considering that there’s almost no replay value.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the unique mechanic of engaging with enemies, where players can choose between direct, intimate interactions or distant, detached combat, potentially evoking varied emotional responses based on their chosen approach.
