Tales of Sintra: The Dark Vortex

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Tales of Sintra: The Dark Vortex is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Ippo Games and was released on February 26, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Tales of Sintra: The Dark Vortex is a VR action-adventure with physical combat, exploration, and puzzles set in a dark and magical world on the brink of destruction. ️ Physical combat and progression without menus Wield two swords, a shield, and a bow. Learn to fight with realistic mechanics while unlocking new powers and upgrades — all without traditional HUDs or inventories. Exploration and p…

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

story6 positive mentions

The game features excellent graphics, particularly in terms of lighting and textures, creating an immersive atmosphere.
The music and story are well-crafted, providing a compelling narrative that stands out in the genre.
The puzzles are engaging and require players to be aware of their environment, adding depth to the gameplay.

The combat system is considered the weakest aspect of the game, with some players finding it clunky and lacking challenge.
Many players experienced technical issues, such as being unable to move or interact properly, leading to refunds.
The difficulty level can be inconsistent, with some players finding the initial levels too easy and later levels too hard.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for being engaging and well-crafted, distinguishing it from typical mindless rogue-like titles. Players appreciate the emphasis on narrative, with many expressing a desire for more story-driven experiences in gaming. However, some technical issues have been noted, impacting the overall experience.
- “It has a great story.”
- “The story they tell at the beginning is awesome; I missed games with a story and not just ripping heads off!”
- “The developer deserves credit for making a story-driven game and not just another brainless roguelike.”
- “The last time I bought it, I had to immediately refund it because I wasn't even able to move with my Quest 3 (linked with cable to the PC).”
- “Using the Quest 3 with virtual desktop, this game was clunky.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised as very good, with many distinct songs featured in each level, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the quality and variety of the soundtrack, which complements the interesting story.
- “The music is great; I don't know how many distinct songs there are in each level, but there are many.”
- “The music is very good and the story is interesting enough.”
- “I also like the music.”
graphics
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The graphics are generally well-received, with multiple users noting that they are good.
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised, with multiple users highlighting its immersive and engaging qualities.
- “It's very atmospheric.”