Spirit Animal Survival
- June 6, 2018
- True Illusion Software
Get on Steam"Spirit Animal Survival" is an open-world survival game with a focus on taming and riding a variety of creatures, from elephants to dragons. Players can also mate tamed male and female creatures to create offspring. The game features rideable mounts, including two dragon mounts that can be obtained by defeating mini-bosses. Horrific creatures and instances add an extra challenge to the wildlife exploration.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a beautiful world with impressive graphics and a unique morphing mechanic that allows players to transform into various animals, enhancing gameplay variety.
- The developers are highly responsive to community feedback, actively working on bug fixes and improvements, which fosters a positive relationship with players.
- The game offers a fun multiplayer experience, making it enjoyable to play with friends, and has a lot of potential for growth as it continues to develop in early access.
- The game suffers from significant performance issues, including long loading times, low frame rates, and frequent bugs that hinder gameplay.
- The controls and user interface are clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult for players to navigate menus and perform basic actions.
- Many players have reported a lack of content and direction, with minimal tutorials or guidance for new players, leading to a steep learning curve.
- graphics38 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the beautiful landscapes and appealing visuals, particularly the skybox and water effects. However, performance issues, such as low frame rates and bugs, detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration among users. While the game shows potential for improvement, especially given its early access status, it currently struggles with graphical fidelity and optimization compared to other titles in the genre.
“Beautiful graphics once you get into the game, and the music isn't bad either.”
“This is an early access game that has great graphics and environmental visualization; what I'm trying to say is that it's visually stunning.”
“Graphics - amazing!!”
“First off, the game runs horribly, even on the lowest of graphical settings.”
“My FPS are never more than 30, very hard to play like this and the graphics are subpar for a game of this generation, particularly with other early access games out there utilizing better engines and with small dev teams already surpassing this game in most ways.”
“I truly believe that I played PS2 games with better graphics!”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mix of survival mechanics and innovative features, particularly the ability to transform into different animals, reminiscent of classic titles. Players appreciate the developers' responsiveness to community feedback, which enhances the overall experience and balance. However, some users express frustration with technical issues, such as a problematic UI and lack of depth compared to other games like Minecraft.
“Great game with an awesome mix of all your favorite survival gameplay ingredients.”
“However, the core of the game and the namesake is that you can transform into different animals after obtaining the spirit animal. This mechanic is one that I've loved for a while and have not seen much of since 'Kameo: Elements of Power' on the Xbox 360.”
“Even the UI is completely jacked. I couldn't really change the graphical settings because they stayed the same even after hitting 'apply'. I'm pretty tired of these games that don't even reach the depth of Minecraft in terms of story and gameplay, and Minecraft is pretty shallow; it just has a lot of replayability.”
“Maybe find a current video of someone doing some legitimate gameplay (no epic mount, etc).”
“Game mechanics - some of the ideas behind how things work in the game are perfect in the flow of the game.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting the beautiful and serene soundtrack that enhances the exploration experience. While the visuals and music are appealing, some players note that other aspects of the game may be lacking. Overall, the soundtrack stands out as a favorite feature for many.
“Oh, and the music is amazing!!”
“I think one of my favorite parts of the game is the soundtrack; it's beautiful to listen to and just makes you feel relaxed while exploring the vast world.”
“The concept, the music, and the visuals are appealing.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is noted for its intriguing lore and potential for growth as players progress, suggesting a unique premise that could sustain interest over time. However, some users express frustration with the game's depth, comparing it unfavorably to Minecraft, which they feel offers more engaging gameplay and storytelling. Overall, while the narrative has promise, it may not yet reach the desired level of complexity.
“The lore - the story behind the game is very interesting and has room to grow and evolve as you progress through the game.”
“This game is one that will thrive for a while due to its unique premise, constantly improving graphics, and hopes at quest lines and story elements.”
“The lore - the story behind the game is very interesting and has room to grow and evolve as you progress through the game.”
“Even the UI is completely jacked. I couldn't really change the graphical settings because they stayed the same even after hitting 'apply'. I am pretty tired of these 'games' that don't even reach the depth of Minecraft in terms of story and gameplay, and Minecraft is pretty shallow; it just has a lot of replayability.”
- stability8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs and glitches, which is typical for early access titles. Users have reported odd controls and a frustrating menu system, leading to a general recommendation to avoid it until a more stable version is released.
“Can't say I recommend this game, the controls are odd, the menu is a pain, and it is very buggy.”
“At its current stage, the game is still buggy and has its issues, but what game in early access doesn't?”
“Bugs and glitches!”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as it is necessary for progression to higher levels. Some users have expressed frustration with specific farming tasks, such as gathering wood, indicating that the grind can feel repetitive and burdensome.
“Progression can feel tedious at times; grinding is required to reach higher levels.”
“I had an issue with farming wood, and I asked one of the devs why.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been criticized for causing significant stuttering, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and fluidity of the gameplay experience.
“It's really hard to enjoy a game when you can only see it in stuttering chunks.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game appears to fall flat for some users, with critiques focusing on the need for significant improvements, overshadowing any comedic elements. Overall, the feedback suggests that while the concept has potential, the execution lacks the humor necessary to engage players effectively.
