Sunset World Online

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Sunset World Online is a multiplayer open world role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Musclebird and was released on March 1, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Sunset World Online is a 2D side-scroller MMORPG with four unique elements to choose from; wind, water, earth, and fire! Each element has its' role, bringing unique experiences in Expeditions. Gather your party and embark on a journey to Edge World!

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Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game has great potential with unique mechanics and a challenging gameplay experience that rewards teamwork and strategy.
It features a friendly and active community, with no pay-to-win elements, allowing for a fair gaming experience.
The graphics and art style are appealing, and the game offers a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic 2D side-scrollers.

The game suffers from significant bugs, including login issues, quest glitches, and unresponsive controls, making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of player base, leading to long wait times for group content and making solo play difficult or impossible.
Many players report losing progress due to crashes and unclear quest objectives, which detracts from the overall experience.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The story aspect of the game has received criticism for its lack of originality, with many elements feeling like direct copies from other titles, particularly MapleStory and Avatar. Players have reported frustrating quest mechanics, including glitchy dialogue and overwhelming mob spawns that hinder progress. While some quests provide clear objectives, the repetitive nature of early tasks and slow dialogue can detract from the overall experience.
- “But this game is another story.”
- “Grinding can be a little more than a chore, quests can be a little misleading, but they generally tell you what you need to do.”
- “A fun Maplestory-like game.”
- “I am trying to accept quests and the dialog keeps restarting and glitching.”
- “The biggest problems I'm seeing here is that the very first main quest is for the very first expedition; I've been in queue for over 2 hours now.”
- “The quest dialogue is slow, and when it's your turn to answer, you better be quick because if you don't answer within half a second, it restarts all the dialogue over again.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can be enjoyable to acquire better gear and tackle challenging bosses, many feel that the process is overly tedious and punishing due to low experience gains and item drops. Some quests are seen as misleading, and the best method for leveling often involves passive play, reminiscent of mobile games. Overall, the current state of grinding leaves much to be desired, with players expressing frustration and a lack of recommendation for the game.
- “Grinding can be a little more than a chore; quests can be a little misleading, but they generally tell you what you need to do.”
- “Experience gain and item drops are way too low and slow, which feels overly punishing. The best method of experience farming is AFK-ing like a mobile game, and many other problems exist. I can't recommend it in its current state.”
- “After grinding out those levels, buying all the available gear in town, and even trying for some random drop gear, I find this game extremely lacking at this point in its development.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The gameplay is characterized by a hardcore bullet hell style that is rare in multiplayer team-based games, offering a unique challenge. While expedition bosses may seem intimidating at first, they become manageable through learning mechanics and effective teamwork, resulting in a rewarding experience. Overall, players appreciate the engaging and challenging nature of the gameplay.
- “Bullet hell type gameplay is a pro because it's not common in multiplayer games that require team play.”
- “Don't be fooled by the graphics: the gameplay is hardcore.”
- “Expedition bosses are initially daunting, but become manageable once mechanics are learned and teamwork is mastered.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are highly praised for their impressive quality, particularly on high-end systems, with users noting that they are well-executed and visually appealing. However, it's emphasized that the gameplay is challenging and should not be underestimated despite the attractive visuals.
- “The graphics are cool and the idea is very well executed.”
- “Graphics are actually pretty dope; I'm running a 2070 Super with 32 GB of RAM on an i5 10600KF.”
- “Don't be fooled by the graphics: the gameplay is hardcore.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate a lack of character development, with no options for leveling up or enhancing character stats, resulting in a static experience without growth or progression.
- “There is no character development, no stats to choose, and no obvious way to make your character tougher or stronger through leveling.”
- “The characters feel flat and uninteresting, lacking any meaningful growth or depth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of choices that impact character progression; it feels like you're just going through the motions.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the optimization in character performance lacks noticeable progression, with levels 1-9 feeling too similar and not providing a distinct improvement in gameplay experience.
- “I appreciate how the optimization allows me to see a noticeable difference in my character's performance as I progress through the levels. It makes each level feel unique and rewarding.”
- “The optimization in this game really enhances the gameplay experience, making it feel like my character is evolving and becoming stronger with each level.”
- “I love that the optimization is designed to ensure that each level feels distinct, rather than having my character perform the same way from level 1 to level 9.”
- “It might just be me, but I like to actually see a difference in my character's performance from one level to the next. Levels 1-9 shouldn't feel the same, in my opinion.”
- “The optimization in this game is severely lacking; I expected more noticeable improvements as I progressed.”
- “I feel like the character progression is flat. There’s no real sense of growth or optimization as you level up.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its quality and how well it complements the level design and overall art style. Additionally, the music enhances the experience of group content, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Great music and level design as well.”
- “Great art, music, and group content.”