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 well-crafted story with emotional depth and engaging characters, making it a captivating experience.
- The turn-based combat system is enjoyable and strategic, with various difficulty settings that cater to different player preferences.
- The art style and music are well-executed, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion of the game.
- The pacing can be slow, especially in the early stages, which may lead to player disengagement.
- There are limited romance options, which some players may find disappointing compared to previous titles in the series.
- The game suffers from some repetitive combat encounters and a lack of variety in animations and voiced dialogue.
- story115 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of "Tales of Aravorn: Seasons of the Wolf" is a mixed bag, with some players praising its emotional depth and character development, while others criticize it for being slow-paced and filled with unnecessary side quests that detract from the main plot. Although it features a well-crafted narrative with interesting twists and a unique seasonal structure, many feel it lacks the compelling storytelling and vibrant characters found in its predecessor, "Loren: The Amazon Princess." Overall, while the game offers a decent story experience, it may not fully satisfy those seeking a more engaging and cohesive narrative.
“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.”
“Overall, I found the story to be very heartwarming, amusing, and sad at the right parts, much like 'Loren: The Amazon Princess', which was also created by Winter Wolves.”
“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.”
“The writing is equally basic; there is no rich plot here, no driving story to pull you in unlike Loren.”
- gameplay26 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with solid mechanics and diverse strategies available through character skill development. While some players find certain mechanics frustrating, especially at the start, the overall experience is enhanced by improved RPG elements and a wealth of content. However, the narrative may feel more linear compared to its predecessor, and romance options are limited, though the writing and gameplay quality remain strong.
“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.”
“With over 40 hours of gameplay under my belt, I definitely recommend Aravorn: Seasons of the Wolf.”
“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).”
“Here's the short version of this review: Tales of Aravorn serves as a solid update to Loren the Amazon Princess mechanically, but falls short of its predecessor from a narrative standpoint.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are a mixed bag, featuring appealing fantasy anime-style artwork and exceptional character designs, though some users note a lack of variety in scenes and character portraits. While the visuals can range from mediocre to gorgeous, the clashing art styles and occasional disconnect between writing and visuals detract from the overall experience. Overall, the artwork is praised for its quality and immersive execution, particularly in character costumes and significant moments.
“The graphics are very appealing.”
“Artwork is exceptional.”
“I personally enjoy the art style used for the characters and was happily surprised by the amount of different costumes each one has; Chalassa stands out as the character who I can't think of a single costume I did not like seeing her in.”
“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.”
“The visuals range from mediocre to gorgeous throughout the game, and it is sad to see a lack of variety in scenes and character portraits.”
- music14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality, with many players describing it as lovely, relaxing, and phenomenal. While some experienced issues with the music cutting off instead of looping, the overall sentiment is that the soundtrack enhances the gaming experience, making it memorable and enjoyable. Players noted that they often kept the music on, which is a testament to its appeal, and appreciated the fitting credit song as well.
“The music is phenomenal!”
“Apart from that, it has what I like in Winterwolves games: great music, amazing artwork, and the story is enjoyable.”
“The game also has some really cool musical scores, so the soundtrack may actually be worth buying if you're into that.”
“The story and music are well done and like most Winter Wolf games, time-consuming.”
“Music and sound.”
“I usually turn music off in games, but I realized as I was playing Tales of Aravorn: Seasons of the Wolf that this game, as well as Loren the Amazon Princess, are one of the few games I actually keep the music on for.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a mix of tragedy and warmth, evoking genuine feelings from players through impactful storytelling. While some found the romance options lacking, the overall narrative successfully engages players with its heartfelt moments and a balance of humor and sadness, reminiscent of previous works by Winter Wolves.
“Tragic events happen to the protagonist, and it genuinely made me feel.”
“Overall, I found the story to be very heartwarming, amusing, and sad at the right parts, much like 'Loren the Amazon Princess,' which was also created by Winter Wolves and will be mentioned a lot in this review.”
“I found the story to be heartwarming in the end, and it kept my attention throughout.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its balance alongside narrative depth and emotional moments. Many highlight the amusing interactions among companions, contributing to an engaging and entertaining experience. Overall, the humor enhances the game's charm and keeps players captivated.
“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.”
- character development3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The character development system is class-based and features appealing character designs and beautiful backgrounds. Players noted that several characters undergo significant and dramatic development, leading to shifts in their opinions and feelings towards them.
“Even when I thought I knew all the characters, a couple of them had quite dramatic character development, which made my opinion and feelings for that character change entirely.”
“The character development system is class-based.”
“Even once I thought I knew all the characters, a couple of them had quite dramatic character development, which made my opinion and feelings for those characters change entirely.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in this game to be tedious, suggesting that lowering the difficulty can help alleviate the monotony. The game offers features like free level-ups for underperforming characters, which some users appreciated, allowing them to progress without obsessively grinding for experience and money. Overall, while some grinding is optional, it can feel excessive at times.
“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.”
“Some optional grinding.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Tales of Avalon: Seasons of the Wolf offers strong replayability thanks to its engaging narrative, the option to play as two different main characters, and multiple romance paths. With an estimated 15-18 hours for a first playthrough, players can enjoy varied experiences upon subsequent 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.”
“Plenty of replayability.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the first act is described as calming and intimate, fostering a strong connection to the characters, particularly through the experience of playing as the twins supporting their family.
“The first act was very atmospheric and calming, and intimate as well - playing as the twins, trying to support their family, gave me a strong connection to the characters.”
