Siralim Ultimate
- December 3, 2021
- Thylacine Studios
- 35h median play time
Get on Steam"Siralim Ultimate" is a monster taming RPG where players collect and breed creatures to fight in tactical battles. With hundreds of creatures, vast amounts of customization, and challenging gameplay, it offers depth and replayability. Explore randomly generated dungeons, complete quests, and even manage your own kingdom as you uncover the mysteries of Siralim.
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Reviews
- Incredibly deep customization options for team building and strategy.
- Endless replayability with a vast number of creatures and mechanics to explore.
- Fun and engaging gameplay loop that rewards experimentation and creativity.
- The story is simplistic and often overshadowed by the gameplay.
- Can become tedious with repetitive grinding, especially in the late game.
- User interface can be clunky and lacks some quality of life features.
- gameplay347 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Siralim Ultimate is characterized by its deep mechanics and extensive customization options, allowing players to engage in intricate team-building and strategy. While some players find the experience grindy and repetitive, many appreciate the vast array of creatures, skills, and fusion mechanics that provide a satisfying and addictive gameplay loop. Overall, the game prioritizes mechanics over narrative, making it ideal for those who enjoy complex RPG systems and extensive replayability.
“The gameplay loop, the art, the tons of options available to you, and the difficulty scaling is all just wonderful.”
“There's so many different mechanics, even some minigames, to discover and explore for yourself here.”
“The gameplay is superb and there's endless freedom to choose your own path in who you are and what monsters you control.”
“The biggest criticism I have of the gameplay is that it feels like the macros were not really well explained/introduced/implemented.”
“After beating the game, all I do is grind for resources to unlock features, which is the same gameplay as before beating the game, just with the promise of there being more content if I grind.”
“The gameplay loop can feel repetitive as it's the same all game - go to new realm, conquer it and repeat.”
- story316 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story in this game is generally viewed as simplistic and often serves merely as a tutorial for the gameplay mechanics, with many players finding it forgettable or lacking depth. While some appreciate the humor and light-hearted tone, others criticize it for being juvenile and not engaging enough to warrant attention. Overall, the narrative is seen as secondary to the extensive customization and gameplay options, making it more suitable for those who prioritize mechanics over story.
“The story is surprisingly not terrible for a game which is mostly about creature builds, and some of the gods' dialogue is downright hilarious.”
“The story is simple, but a story doesn't have to be super complex to be entertaining.”
“The story ends around floor 75, but it's just the beginning for the actual journey.”
“The writing/story is probably the most off-putting part of the game, but luckily it's not a mandatory component.”
“In addition, there is sort of a story to the game but it's not very well written and the play structure of the game is so formulaic I honestly wish the story wasn't even there at all because all it really adds to the game for me is a bunch of needless clicking.”
“The story is basically just a glorified tutorial with some humorous dialogue but sets you up well for the real game: the endgame team-comp experimentation, boss farming, and grinding.”
- grinding173 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's grinding mechanics are a central feature, appealing primarily to players who enjoy deep RPG systems, monster collecting, and extensive customization. While many reviews highlight the grind as rewarding and satisfying, others criticize it for being overly tedious or complex, particularly in the late game. Overall, the experience is highly dependent on individual preferences; those who relish grinding and optimization will find a wealth of content, while those averse to repetitive gameplay may find it overwhelming.
“So far I've done practically no grinding because you can just improve your team with traits and spells.”
“I hate grindy games... this game isn't grindy, it just has replayability.”
“There’s a bit of a learning curve, and it can feel grindy or overwhelming at times, especially with the numerous menus, passives, and base-building later on.”
“However, if you are not a part of that group, I would not spend your money on this game, as you will most likely find it incredibly tedious and/or boring, even if you are a fan of RPGs and strategy games.”
“After 30+ hours of grinding and learning the game, it feels like I just left the early game.”
- graphics113 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are predominantly described as simplistic, retro-style pixel art reminiscent of 16-bit and PS1 aesthetics, which some players find charming while others consider unappealing. Despite the mixed opinions on visual quality, many reviewers emphasize that the gameplay depth and mechanics far outweigh any graphical shortcomings, making it a worthwhile experience for those who prioritize gameplay over visuals. Overall, while the graphics may not impress everyone, they contribute to a nostalgic feel that resonates with fans of classic RPGs.
“The aesthetic leans more towards a PS1 game with intricate and gritty sprites than it does a cutesy, simple creature collector, but this allows for what I believe to be more expressive and interesting creatures from a truly massive cast.”
“I am the biggest fan of pixel graphics and this one does not disappoint.”
“The graphics are awesome, the creatures and their traits are wonderful!”
“The graphics are what turn people off, in my opinion.”
“The graphic is only pain for me and the gameplay became after half an hour unbearable boring.”
“While the writing is atrocious, it is not particularly worse than standard hack-n-slash RPG fare and I was not expecting anything else; the graphics are, even for pixel art, primitive (compared to, say, Children of Morta), and while the gameplay might perhaps make up for some of the weaknesses, I wasn't able to get that far, as the UI was just too hideous.”
- music69 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the engaging and varied soundtrack, while others find it overly simplistic or too intense for long grinding sessions. Many users opted to mute the game and listen to their own music, although there are options to customize the in-game music. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it may not suit everyone's taste, especially during extended gameplay.
“Engaging mechanics, fantastic music by Joshua Queen, and constant fulfillment of the 'number go up' need put this game in my top ten.”
“The soundtrack is immensely good, especially the heavier tracks, even with their 16-bit spins.”
“Great music for the most part with a ton more that you can unlock for your castle.”
“The music is pretty simple, and probably too in your face for something that people will be grinding for hours - I'd rather something more soothing than the choices they've made - I found I muted the music and listened to my own for the majority of the game.”
“Unfortunately there aren't a lot of songs on it either, so don’t expect to be captivated for your entire playthrough.”
“The music in this game is generic wannabe two-step from hell nonsense and it's so intense when nothing is happening whatsoever.”
- humor52 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its clever writing and self-aware jokes, while others criticize it for being overly juvenile and reliant on crude humor. Many found moments of genuine hilarity, particularly in character interactions and plot twists, but the frequent use of toilet humor and clichéd tropes detracted from the experience for some. Overall, the humor can be hit or miss, appealing to those who enjoy lighthearted, irreverent comedy, but potentially off-putting for players seeking a more mature narrative.
“The story is surprisingly not terrible for a game which is mostly about creature builds, and some of the gods' dialogue is downright hilarious.”
“It has endless variety, a hilarious story that hits harder than it has any right to, and a really flexible approach to complexity.”
“The writing in this game is also really funny and had me laughing a couple of times.”
- replayability23 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, driven by deep party management, extensive customization options, and the ability to explore randomly generated realms. Players can experiment with various team combinations and strategies, making it enjoyable to revisit old missions with new setups. While some may not find it worth restarting entirely, the mechanics and challenges encourage continuous engagement and experimentation.
“It features deep party management and tactical choices, with ample replayability through expansive realm exploration.”
“The replay value is through the roof and the mechanics are simple on the surface, but strategically deep the further in the game you go.”
“Creative challenges, tons of replayability, amazing monster collecting, and encourages experimenting and customization.”
“Replayability: this game isn't replayable in the sense that it's worth starting over again, but it's replayable in the sense that in the same save file, it's worth going back and trying old missions/levels again with a new combo to see how your new party fares against the old one.”
“I think a lot of games these days sacrifice replay value for the sake of realistic graphics, and honestly, I can take or leave flashy graphics for the sake of procedurally generated dungeons.”
“The amount of replayability with all of the different classes is insane.”
- optimization7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised, particularly on PC where it runs flawlessly, while the Switch version experiences performance issues at later levels. Players appreciate the extensive customization and min/maxing opportunities, making it ideal for those who enjoy deep optimization and theory crafting in gameplay.
“It runs smoothly, easy enough to set up for either playing just on the keyboard or with a controller, and has hundreds upon hundreds of hours of content, without counting the infinite post-game grind.”
“If you are into theory crafting, experimentation, customization, optimization, and min/maxing, then this is the game for you.”
“Think of it as something like Dragon Quest Monsters, with a heavy focus on dungeon exploring, stat crunching, leveling, and optimization that brings to mind the kind of number-go-up grindfest found in various NIS games.”
“Only downside is the Switch performance at later levels, but on PC it's flawless.”
“Think of it as something like Dragon Quest Monsters, with a heavy focus on dungeon-exploring, stat-crunching, leveling, and optimization that brings to mind the kind of number-go-up grindfest found in various NIS games.”
“Also, the long game of multiple breedings to try to get an optimized monster with all the skills/stats will be missed.”
- stability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability varies significantly across platforms; while the PC version runs smoothly, users report that the Switch and mobile versions experience performance issues and bugs. Many players have encountered minor glitches and occasional crashes, leading to frustration, especially given the game's price point.
“I play the game on PC and it runs great, but I've heard some complaints about the Switch and mobile versions being slow, so choose your platform with care.”
“The game is incredibly stable on my gaming rig, providing a smooth experience without any crashes or glitches.”
“I've had no issues with stability while playing; the game runs flawlessly on my console.”
“Do not get this game as it is a buggy mess.”
“The game has plenty of minor glitches that can occur and can crash occasionally, but it is designed that way.”
“Extremely buggy for a 20 dollar game.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its exceptional value, offering a rich offline experience without any microtransactions, gacha mechanics, or loot boxes, making it a standout choice for players seeking a deep RPG experience. Users appreciate the absence of predatory monetization practices, emphasizing that it provides hundreds of hours of gameplay without the typical financial pitfalls found in many modern games.
“It's basically electronic crack, without microtransactions or any predatory practices, but with transmog and massive deep skill exploration.”
“If you just want an RPG to sink hundreds of hours into that doesn't have any sort of predatory game industry practices like microtransactions, gacha, or loot boxes, buy this game.”
“If you enjoy this game, it has to represent one of the best 'bang for your buck' gaming experiences in history, and it's all offline, free of garbage microtransactions and stuff like that.”
“It's basically electronic crack, without microtransactions or anything like that, but with transmog and massive deep skill exploration.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a lighthearted and quirky vibe, creating an enjoyable and whimsical experience for players.
“The game has a lighthearted and quirky atmosphere that makes every moment enjoyable.”
“The atmosphere is filled with charm and whimsy, creating a delightful experience.”
“I love how the quirky atmosphere adds a unique flavor to the gameplay.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some elements are beautifully crafted and resonate deeply with players, others may feel underdeveloped and in need of refinement.
