Tales of Aravorn: Seasons Of The Wolf
- June 17, 2022
- Winter Wolves
- 40h median play time
Seasons of the Wolf is a good story and character driven RPG for those who want a break from epic narratives but still focused on story.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Tales of Aravorn: Seasons of the Wolf" is a visual novel RPG set in the fantasy world of Aravorn, where you can play as twins Shea or Althea. After finding a young wolf, your epic journey will take you to the desert city of Dingirra and the stormy port of Shacklesplit, where you'll battle corruption, crimelords, and various enemies in turn-based tactical battles. Choose from 9 classes and loot randomized items for a unique game experience. A visual novel only mode is also available.
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Reviews
- The game features a compelling story that explores themes of being an outcast and the consequences of choices, with well-written side characters.
- The turn-based combat system is engaging and requires strategic thinking, making battles enjoyable despite some repetitiveness.
- The art and music are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience and immersion in the game's fantasy world.
- The pacing is slow, especially in the early game, which can lead to boredom and a lack of engagement with the plot.
- The romance options are limited and less developed compared to previous titles, leaving some players feeling disappointed.
- There are numerous technical issues, including lag during battles and unresponsive controls, which detract from the gameplay experience.
- story197 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its emotional depth and character development, while others criticize it for being slow-paced and lacking a compelling plot. Many players appreciate the intimate tone and character-driven narrative, especially in comparison to its predecessor, "Loren: The Amazon Princess," but some feel that the story meanders and fails to engage as effectively. The inclusion of DLC is noted as essential for a fuller understanding of the narrative, and while the writing is generally well-received, some players find it predictable and less impactful than expected.
“The storytelling is top notch.”
“The story is well written and the characters are deep and coherent, and the main story as well as the personal stories of each character are quite good.”
“Interesting story with a few really good plot twists.”
“The game is just throwing one enemy wave after another to an unnecessary extent, while also coming up with a slow and boring story.”
“It was just pretty boring; there was barely any plot, and it just felt like the characters were running around aimlessly most of the time.”
“No, I am leaving this review because the story of this game, the actual storyline, is, sad to say after such an amazing game before it, awful.”
- gameplay41 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with solid mechanics and a strong emphasis on RPG elements, allowing for diverse strategies through character skill development. While some mechanics can be frustrating at the start, the overall experience is enjoyable, offering a good balance of content and depth, despite a more linear narrative. Players appreciate the improvements over previous titles, particularly in combat and character customization, making it a worthwhile investment for fans of the genre.
“With over 40 hours of gameplay under my belt, I definitely recommend Aravorn: Seasons of the Wolf.”
“The combat mechanics are pretty nice, with each character having an array of skills which allow the player to develop diverse strategies depending on how you develop them as they level up.”
“While the story is more linear than one would like it to be, the gameplay offers a degree of open-endedness that is rare in the genre.”
“The mechanics and achievements I can't give an honest thought on, as they vary from reasonable to unfair, though in some cases intentional.”
“(Annoying mechanic for the start of the game when you are trying to do things and learn).”
“The gameplay is by no means fast.”
- graphics26 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are a mixed bag, with some users praising the appealing fantasy anime style artwork and immersive visuals, while others note inconsistencies and a lack of variety in scenes and character portraits. Combat visuals are described as minimal, and there are mentions of clashing art styles and occasional mismatches between writing and visuals. Overall, while the graphics can be exceptional at times, they vary from mediocre to gorgeous, leaving some players wanting more consistency and depth.
“The graphics are very appealing.”
“Good fantasy anime style artwork.”
“Artwork is exceptional.”
“The visuals range from mediocre to gorgeous throughout the game, and it is sad to see a lack in variety in scenes and character portraits.”
“The writing often does not match the visuals and the lore occasionally contradicts itself.”
“As a visual novel, don’t expect high quality graphics and 3D animation obviously.”
- music16 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and lovely qualities, with many reviewers highlighting the phenomenal soundtrack and memorable scores. The combination of good music, engaging characters, and an interesting story enhances the overall experience, making the soundtrack potentially worth purchasing for fans.
“The music is phenomenal!”
“The game soundtrack is quite good.”
“The game also has some really cool musical scores, so the soundtrack may actually be worth buying if you're into that.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its well-balanced humor, which enhances the narrative and complements the emotional depth. Players appreciate the funny companions and the engaging dynamics within the group, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“I also enjoy the narrative; it has just the right amount of humor.”
“There's humor, there's pathos.”
“I played it to flesh out the romances and was captivated by the humor.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is marked by impactful tragic events that resonate with players, evoking genuine feelings. However, some users feel a disconnect due to limited romance options and gameplay frustrations, which detract from their overall connection to the characters and the richly crafted universe.
“Tragic events happen to the protagonist, and it genuinely made me feel.”
“I had a couple of heartfelt sighs.”
“That, combined with the limited and arguably worse romance options, made me feel disconnected from the characters and story, and in turn, the awesome universe Winter Wolves created in Loren.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be tedious and recommend lowering the difficulty to ease the experience. While some optional grinding exists, the game offers features like free level-ups to help players progress without excessive grinding, which many appreciated.
“This game was far more tedious.”
“So take it from me if you feel the start is dragging on a bit, lower the difficulty to easy and power through. There's no need to obsess over grinding out all the XP and money you can. At several points in the game, you get the option for free level-ups if you're falling behind, a feature I quite enjoyed, especially as it meant I could level up party members I hardly used.”
“Very tedious.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The character development system is class-based, allowing for distinct progression paths, while the character design and backgrounds are visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
“The character design is pretty nice, and a lot of the backgrounds are gorgeous.”
“The character development system is class-based.”
“The character development system is class-based.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
"Tales of Avalon: Seasons of the Wolf" offers strong replayability thanks to its engaging narrative and the option to play as one of two main characters, along with multiple romance paths. With an estimated 15-18 hours for a first playthrough, players can enjoy a rich experience that encourages multiple runs.
“Tales of Avalon: Seasons of the Wolf has a perfect balance between battle scenes and a rich, highly replayable narrative.”
“There's a decent amount of content: probably about 15-18 hours for a first playthrough, with some replay value due to the ability to play as one of two main characters and the various romance options.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Many users feel that the game's stability is lacking, citing numerous glitches that detract from the overall experience, leading them to believe that the price point is not justified.
“$12 is way too much money for the amount of glitches it has.”
