Sandwalkers: The Fourteenth Caravan

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Wishlist the full game! About the GameSandwalkers: The Fourteenth Caravan is the free prologue of the full game Sandwalkers. Introduction: Play as the Fourteenth Caravan and discover one of your ancestors' secrets, which will rekindle the hope of ending the Phithi era someday. Every decade, the tree city of Lecwasi sends a caravan of merchants and diplomats into the Phithi, the meteorological…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 129 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art, atmospheric music, and engaging gameplay that draws players in.
Combat mechanics are intuitive and balanced, allowing for interesting character synergies and strategies.
The demo showcases a promising blend of exploration, survival, and turn-based mechanics, leaving players eager for the full release.

The demo lacks a tutorial and clear guidance, making it difficult for players to understand mechanics and objectives.
Many players found the gameplay repetitive and felt that the demo did not provide a satisfying sense of progression or purpose.
Technical issues, such as bugs and UI problems, hindered the overall experience, leading to frustration during gameplay.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
33%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its intuitive combat mechanics, attractive graphics, and potential for deep exploration and survival elements. However, many players find it repetitive and lacking in depth, particularly in terms of RPG mechanics and character progression. Overall, while the core gameplay loop shows promise, it currently feels incomplete and may not satisfy those seeking a richer experience.
- “Good gameplay, music and art style.”
- “Attractive graphics and addicting, challenging gameplay.”
- “Excellent gameplay, pleasant music, there are minor flaws, but not critical.”
- “I wanted to give a good review the first 5 minutes of the game, but at this point I think any party-based RPG lover will find this game empty, both in mechanics and lore, as I did.”
- “However... the gameplay felt very repetitive and there was no satisfaction of progress made.”
- “Yea.. no settings, no RPG mechanics, no XP, no level-ups, no gear, not much of anything in this demo.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
22%
11%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and aesthetically pleasing art style, which effectively contrasts lush environments with barren landscapes. Many reviewers highlight the attention to detail and the captivating visuals, particularly in cinematics and character designs. However, some players note that the graphics can be too low-resolution at times, making it difficult to distinguish certain gameplay elements.
- “The contrast between lush nature and barren desert is a great aesthetic.”
- “The artwork and graphics are unique and satisfactory.”
- “I also feel like the artwork and attention to detail on moving limbs, parts using pixel art was a great touch.”
- “Graphics are too low for me to comfortably distinguish attacks, etc., but that is about the only drawback.”
- “Firstly, the game is really fascinating with visual art style & sound design.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The game's story is generally considered weak and underdeveloped, with players noting a lack of detail in quests and insufficient guidance on gameplay mechanics. While some appreciate the art style and atmospheric elements, many feel that the narrative is minimal and fails to engage players, leaving them feeling disconnected from the world. Overall, the story is described as simple and lacking depth, with potential for improvement in quest progression and clarity.
- “I'm a huge fan of the art style; the story is short but interesting.”
- “Good, classic concept - search, collect, and fight, but with an interesting storyline and nice artwork.”
- “Gorgeous art, atmospheric music, and intriguing little snippets of the plot so far.”
- “And the game's story is very bad.”
- “You can figure this stuff out eventually, but the lack of information makes you feel like an outsider instead of a participant in the story and a citizen of this strange new world.”
- “Story is, well, not really here.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
92%
23%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance immersion, often compared to the ambiance of the Dune series. Reviewers highlight the combination of beautiful art and engaging soundtracks, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, despite some noting that the music can be less noticeable during gameplay. Overall, the music is described as lovely and fitting, complementing the game's aesthetic and narrative elements.
- “The ambience and music are awesome and remind me of the Dune movie/books.”
- “Beautiful pixel art, awesome music, and a fun game too!”
- “Gorgeous art, atmospheric music, and intriguing little snippets of the plot so far.”
- “The music wasn't very noticeable.”
- “The soundtrack felt repetitive and uninspired.”
- “I found the music to be bland and forgettable.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its gorgeous art and atmospheric music, creating an intriguing and inviting world that encourages exploration. Reviewers appreciate the well-structured combat system and the overall simplicity of the interface, which complements the immersive experience.
- “It has an amazing atmosphere, and the world feels intriguing and invitingly exploratory.”
- “Gorgeous art, atmospheric music, and intriguing little snippets of the plot so far.”
- “The artwork, gameplay, and atmosphere were amazing.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the character development for its stunning designs and artistic presentation, highlighting the combination of beautiful art, engaging music, and enjoyable gameplay that enhances the overall experience.
- “The character designs are brilliant.”
- “Gorgeous art and music, delightful character design, fun gameplay.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game offers an engaging experience, but players have reported issues with optimization, including microfreezes and lag, which detract from overall performance. Improvements in these areas, along with enhancements to visual elements like fonts, are desired for a smoother gameplay experience.
- “I would like to see better gaming performance and beautiful fonts.”
- “In general, the game is interesting and it's nice to play, but you need to improve optimization; microfreezes and lags are very unpleasant.”
- “In general, the game is interesting and it's nice to play, but you need to do something about optimization; microfreezes and lags are very unpleasant.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops that ruin the overall experience.”
- “I love the concept of the game, but the poor optimization makes it nearly unplayable at times.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players anticipate high replayability due to the potential for extensive exploration and procedural generation, suggesting that each playthrough could offer a unique experience.
- “From the prologue, it looks like there is a lot of exploration to be done, and if it's all procedurally generated, there will be plenty of replayability.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and bleak, suggesting that battles may become overly challenging and monotonous over time.
- “Very bleak; I imagine battles will be the most challenging theme in the game, and as it stands, they feel tedious.”
- “The grinding is relentless and feels more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the gameplay feel monotonous and uninspired.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While the game offers an engaging experience, players have reported issues with optimization, including microfreezes and lags, which detract from overall stability.
- “In general, the game is interesting and it's nice to play, but you need to do something about optimization; microfreezes and lags are very unpleasant.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I often encounter severe frame drops that disrupt gameplay and make it frustrating.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game to be quite effective, with many noting that it elicits laughter early on.
- “I played a bit, and I already found it very funny.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on and keeps me laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and hilarious situations.”