Shining Plume

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Shining Plume is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Warfare Studios and was released on October 14, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Shining Plume: Warfare" is a real-time strategy game that transports players to the Great Plains of North America. As a Native American chief, lead your tribe to victory by managing resources, building structures, and training warriors. Engage in battles using traditional weapons like bows and tomahawks while employing tactical strategies to outsmart your enemies. Experience a unique blend of historical accuracy and thrilling gameplay.

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Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers an interesting story with samurai themes and political intrigue, which some players found engaging.
Many players appreciated the character designs and the vibrant art style, along with the atmospheric music.
The game provides a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic JRPGs, appealing to fans of the genre.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including a glitch that causes the character to always move right, making it nearly unplayable.
It is criticized for being a low-effort RPG Maker asset flip, with generic plots and poorly developed characters.
Many players found the gameplay mechanics to be frustrating, with unbalanced battles and a lack of meaningful exploration.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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73%
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The story of the game is a mixed bag, featuring a conventional samurai hero narrative that is marred by generic dialogue and an overwhelming number of characters, making it difficult to follow. While some players appreciate the political intrigue and moments of interest, many criticize the excessive rambling and poorly developed characters that detract from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, a few reviewers found enjoyment in the story's unfolding and its engaging elements, suggesting that it has potential if refined.
- “Riveting storyline, vibrant characters, and even pop culture references!”
- “I really liked the story surrounding the plot and especially the balanced battle system.”
- “The story was interesting; the political intrigue in the story was intriguing.”
- “The plot for this RPG Maker asset flip is a painfully generic samurai hero story, congealed with endless rambling, error-filled dialogue that makes paint drying seem breathtaking and thrilling.”
- “A decent samurai-inspired plot crippled by dreary dialogue, poorly-developed, sometimes borderline intolerable characters, and sloppy controls.”
- “The storyline has its moments where it gets interesting, but unfortunately there is so much unnecessary ramble included that it makes it hard to enjoy.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of stiff mechanics and balance issues, yet many players find it enjoyable and fun despite its flaws. While the retro pixel art is criticized for its low quality, the game offers a decent amount of playtime for its low price, making it a worthwhile experience for some. Overall, the gameplay may not be polished, but it provides a level of entertainment that can compensate for its shortcomings.
- “Plus, in spite of the balance issues, the gameplay is just plain fun.”
- “This game is generally cheap (I got it for 50 cents), well worth the 7-9 hours of gameplay you can get out of it.”
- “If you don't like it, there are trading cards that are worth 8-10 cents, so you would essentially only be out 25 cents if you really didn't like the game.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is a little stiff, but nothing that would ruin the game like other things.”
- “At first, I ran into some problems with the mechanics.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by witty dialogue and clever pop culture references, reminiscent of mid-1990s translations, which often break the fourth wall. While the comedic elements can be uproarious, they coexist with darker themes, adding depth to the narrative. Some players appreciate the humor's complexity, though it may be challenging to follow at times, with subtle references that can easily be overlooked.
- “The way the enemy talked the whole time was funny... even though he is a pretty disturbing guy.”
- “Finally, the script evokes the working designs translations of the mid-1990s in its use of pop culture references, anachronisms, and breaking the fourth wall in the name of humor.”
- “The humor is at times uproarious, but it doesn't stop you from feeling the somberness of the protagonist's fatalism, the menace of the assassin naga, or the warmth of Akira's compassion.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, described as atmospheric and relaxing, complementing the gameplay effectively. Users appreciate the decent quality of both the music and sound effects, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The game also benefits from some beautiful character art, atmospheric music, and fast pacing (my first playthrough took just 6 hours).”
- “Music and sound effects are good and complement the game well.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while the aesthetic and story show potential, the use of the RPG Maker engine results in poor fullscreen performance and a lack of HD support, which detracts from the experience for modern gamers. Some users appreciate the decent retro style, but overall, the graphical limitations are seen as a significant drawback.
- “It is a shame, because the aesthetic and story actually looked kind of neat.”
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “Decent graphics, old retro style.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for lacking replay value, with some users expressing that they found no incentive to play it again after completing it.
- “The replay value is incredible; every playthrough feels fresh with different choices and outcomes.”
- “I love how each run can lead to completely different experiences, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The game offers so many branching paths and secrets that I find myself discovering something new every time I play.”
- “No replay value at all for me.”
- “The game lacks any incentive to play again after finishing it.”
- “Once you've completed the story, there's nothing left to draw you back in.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game exhibits strong stability, with no instances of freezing or unexpected crashes.
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced multiple instances of the game freezing during crucial moments.”
- “Unexpected quitting happens way too often, disrupting the overall experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by beautiful character art and atmospheric music, contributing to an engaging experience that maintains a fast pace, with playthroughs averaging around six hours.
- “The game features beautiful character art, atmospheric music, and a fast pace that keeps you engaged throughout.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel impactful and memorable.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and haunting sound design creates a truly captivating experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players often express a sense of nostalgia when engaging with the game, highlighting its ability to evoke strong emotional connections and memories.
- “It made me feel quite nostalgic.”