Seventh Star
- December 24, 2022
- Wolfs Moon Studios
- 10h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Seventh Star," a single-player RPG, players follow Quarry, a young female warrior from the southern kingdom of Rinehart, as she fights to unite the southern hemisphere and uncover her past. With hundreds of monsters, unique crafting and alchemy recipes, and engaging combat with various elements and status effects, players can expect over 20 hours of gameplay, filled with familiar faces from previous Wolfs Moon Studios titles. The fate of the wolves and the people rests in Quarry's hands as she uncovers the mystery of the Seventh Star.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a great story and well-designed characters, providing an engaging RPG experience.
- Crafting, fishing, and a variety of character combinations add depth and enjoyment to the gameplay.
- The strategic turn-based battles are highly praised, offering multiple ways to approach combat and a satisfying sense of progression.
- Some players found the game too easy, with minimal challenge in combat and enemy encounters.
- A lack of a quest log or clear objectives can lead to confusion about what to do next, especially after significant story events.
- Certain areas and character development could feel rushed or underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more depth in those aspects.
- story21 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging characters, emotional depth, and improvements over previous installments, making it a standout in the series. While some players noted a lack of quests and a more linear world map, the narrative is described as fun and adventurous, with unique twists and a satisfying conclusion to the saga. Overall, it combines elements of crafting, character progression, and humor, appealing to fans of old-school JRPGs.
“Don’t get me wrong, this game has a story and it’s a great one.”
“The characters are great, the story is great, the monsters are well made... it has all the ingredients needed for an interesting game that you will play for hours.”
“Great story, plenty of characters with specific skills, tons of chests, fantastic battles with a huge assortment of unique creatures and optional bosses and a solid number of areas to explore.”
“Inside the pyramid, I wish there was a walkthrough or at least a quest log to know what to do next.”
“Story/characters - 6/10.”
“The world map doesn't feel very expansive in the beginning, mainly because you are operating from a central kingdom hub and going out in different cardinal directions from there to handle missions.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly praised, with users noting significant improvements in map design and overall visual quality. Players appreciate the clarity of objectives and the engaging visual elements that enhance the gameplay experience, including enjoyable fishing mechanics and the thrill of discovering loot.
“Map design, graphics, and storytelling have all improved in this game.”
“Loving this game so far! I like the graphics and clear objectives - I'm not the best at finding everything without a guide, but I don't think I've missed too much in this one.”
“I also like the fishing, graphics, and surprises, and finding lots of loot.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Seventh Star is noted for its evolving mechanics, which appear to be influenced by player feedback from previous titles, enhancing the overall experience. Players can enjoy extensive character customization and anticipate over 20 hours of engaging gameplay.
“The mechanics change slightly to offer a different playing experience, and you can tell that Seventh Star's mechanics were developed from player feedback from previous games.”
“This is a preliminary review from 10 hours of gameplay so far.”
“As with most games, the mechanics change slightly to offer a different playing experience, and I think that you can tell Seventh Star's mechanics were developed from player feedback of previous games.”
“Have fun customizing your characters (and there are a lot of them) as you travel through this game that can easily provide 20+ hours of gameplay.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability due to its extensive character customization options and a wide variety of playable characters, each with unique skills. While there is some overlap in class abilities, the diverse combinations available enhance the overall experience and encourage multiple playthroughs.
“Good replayability with the veteran experience feature customization and the number of character combinations you can choose from (once unlocked).”
“The total number of playable characters has been a real treat (there are plenty of them), and the fact that each class has its own skills is great too, although there is some overlap at times.”
“The variety of gameplay options and character builds keeps me coming back for more.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable, particularly praising the fun of farming and fighting mobs. The balance of challenge is well-received, as it avoids being overly difficult or tedious, making the grinding experience feel rewarding rather than burdensome.
“I don't like games that are too hard or unbalanced, and this one is just the right amount of a challenge but not too hard or grindy.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding character development; some users criticize a lack of depth and emotional engagement due to insufficient dialogue, while others appreciate improvements in character portrayal compared to previous titles, particularly noting the absence of poorly received characters.
“It was great to see the studio return to better character development, and thankfully there was no mention of that horrible Daniel character from several releases ago.”
“There is a lack of character development, and a lot of dialogue that fails to make you care about the characters.”
“The character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the story.”
“The characters feel one-dimensional, and the dialogue does little to enhance their depth.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the witty quips and clever changes contribute to a fresh and entertaining experience. The incorporation of humor enhances the overall storytelling, making it more enjoyable.
“I always enjoy the small changes (and sometimes really big ones) that he makes to his games to keep them fresh and entertaining, as well as the witty quips that add a little humor to the story.”
“The humor in this game is spot on, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable with its lighthearted jokes.”
