Subterra

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Subterra is a single player role playing game with a erotic theme. It was developed by Warfare Studios and was released on September 18, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Subterra is a single-player Erotic Role Playing game with approximately 6 hours of playtime. In a dark, post-apocalyptic world, humanity survives underground and faces the threat of the Pale disease and the evil Devordor. Join Dryst as he embarks on a classic-style RPG journey to save his sister Dian and potentially restore light to humanity."

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game has a decent story that, while linear, is engaging enough for a short playthrough.
Combat is simple and accessible, making it suitable for casual gamers who prefer an easy experience.
The game is relatively inexpensive, especially when on sale, providing a few hours of distraction.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with minimal strategy required to defeat enemies.
Numerous bugs and glitches detract from the overall experience, including issues with navigation and achievements.
The game is very short, often completed in under 5 hours, and does not deliver on its advertised playtime.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
69%
10%
The game's story is generally considered mediocre, with many reviewers noting its linearity and lack of depth or plot twists. While some find it entertaining and appreciate its basic premise, others criticize it for being overly simplistic and predictable, with minimal character development and a rushed conclusion. Overall, the narrative is serviceable for a short playthrough but lacks the complexity and engagement that could elevate it.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The story goes that humans were chased from the surface of the earth by a monster and are forced to live underground.”
- “Characters are interesting, the plot is engaging, and the gameplay... well, it is RPG Maker, so decent.”
- “It's a linear mess with a copy + pasted story and as many flipped assets as the developer could be bothered to drag and drop in the construction kit.”
- “Straight story, player has no possibilities to affect it.”
- “- the story finishes abruptly, with no real ending.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
The game's stability is marked by several bugs and glitches, including issues that can hinder access to certain areas. While players acknowledge these problems, many attribute them to the game's early access status and express a degree of understanding. Overall, the stability is considered a mixed aspect, with some players finding it acceptable given the game's short length and ongoing development.
- “It has an okay storyline; nothing innovative, but also not buggy.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it allows me to focus on enjoying the experience.”
- “The achievements are somewhat buggy.”
- “There's also a few glitches still in the game after all this time, some that prevent you from going to certain areas on the map, like others have already stated.”
- “Its a short, easy RPG that is occasionally buggy.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is heavily criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users pointing out its low-quality assets and misleading claims about gameplay length. Many feel it reflects poorly on amateur developers and contributes to the prevalence of subpar titles on platforms like Steam.
- “It's horribly basic, riddled with grammatical and spelling errors, full of stock copy-pasted RPG Maker assets... no real game development has taken place here, this is just a cash grab, it's shovelware polluting Steam for profit.”
- “This kind of cash grab construction kit shovelware from bad actors like Andorlea gives amateur developers a bad name.”
- “^_^ can you say cash grab?”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are generally criticized for their low quality, particularly in fullscreen mode, lacking HD support and customization options, which may disappoint modern PC gamers. While some players appreciate the art style, others find it inconsistent, noting issues like character design that doesn't align with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the graphics seem to be a mixed bag, with significant room for improvement.
- “The achievements were a little glitchy and took a few playthroughs for them to unlock, but I loved the graphics and felt it was worth the price.”
- “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.”
- “The in-game artwork is terrible; your main character is always seen with a sword but can only equip axes.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay is described as decent for an RPG Maker title, with a total playtime of around 3 hours, though some users experienced glitches. While the characters and plot are engaging, the overall experience may feel short and somewhat incomplete due to its early access status.
- “Characters are interesting, the plot is engaging, and the gameplay... well, it is RPG Maker, so decent.”
- “My verdict about this game is that it's not bad. It's a pretty short RPG Maker game (about 3 hours of gameplay), but there are some glitches in the game. Since it's still an early access game, I'm not going to complain too much.”
- “Not quite sure what I just played, but definitely not 10 hours of gameplay, and I had to do stuff; I left it AFK for like 2-3 hours.”
- “My verdict about this game is that it's not bad... it's a pretty short RPG Maker game (about 3 hours of gameplay), but there are some glitches in the game. Since it's still an early access game, I'm not going to complain too much.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, particularly the character or element referred to as the 'pale,' which users find exceptionally funny, despite the overall story being considered average.
- “The story is middling, though the humor is absolutely hilarious.”
- “The jokes and witty dialogue had me laughing out loud throughout the game.”
- “The comedic timing and absurd situations made for a truly entertaining experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players appreciate the exploration aspect of grinding through dungeons, but some feel that the lack of respawning enemies leads to minimal to no grinding, making the experience more about reaching objectives than engaging in repetitive combat.
- “No grinding required; enemies never respawn.”
- “Very minimal to no grinding needed.”
- “I love exploring and grinding through dungeons, but I found myself just trying to get from point A to point B.”
- “The grinding feels repetitive and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, but it felt like I was just going in circles without any real progress.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's short duration of about four hours limits character development, leaving players wanting more depth despite an engaging story. Overall, it may not be worth playing unless available at a significant discount.
- “The game is super short; you can beat it in 4 hours. It's really easy, and while I did like the story, the short length means there's not much character development. I don't recommend it unless you're really bored and it's on sale for like a dollar.”
- “Character development feels rushed and shallow, leaving me wanting more depth and growth from the characters.”
- “I was disappointed with the lack of meaningful character arcs. The potential was there, but it just didn't deliver.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The music in the game is praised for its ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience despite minor gameplay issues. Each area features imaginative compositions that complement the simple puzzles, contributing positively to the game's charm.
- “The collision detection is wonky, but doesn't hurt the game. Each dungeon/area includes some imagination, solid music, and simple puzzles. I have nothing negative to say considering this game was likely made by a team of one or two people.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The collision detection is wonky, but doesn't hurt the game, and each dungeon/area includes some imagination, solid music, and simple puzzles.”