Tales of Vogar - Lost Descendants
- May 14, 2023
- Blackfield
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Get on itch.io Store"Tales of Vogar - Lost Descendants" is set in the kingdom of Vogar, a once beautiful and thriving realm now filled with fear and despair. When Vogar was invaded by its neighbor, the empire of Limor, the resulting war brought famine and devastation that surpassed everyone’s worst nightmares. However, for people of Vogar not all hope is lost yet. There are rumors that descendants of the royal famil…
Reviews
- The game features a captivating storyline with well-developed characters and engaging dialogue.
- The soundtrack is beautifully composed, enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience of the game.
- The gameplay offers diverse mechanics and strategic combat, making it enjoyable for fans of turn-based RPGs.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including screen freezes and a lack of optimization for modern displays.
- Character progression feels unimpactful, as it is tied more to the story than to traditional experience points.
- The graphics are considered the weakest aspect, with some pixelation and blurriness that detracts from the overall visual experience.
- story27 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its captivating narrative and well-developed characters, blending elements of romance and humor within a rich JRPG framework. Players appreciate the engaging plot progression, which is intricately tied to character development, and the overall pacing and dialogue are noted as particularly well-crafted. The combination of a compelling storyline, strategic combat, and charming visuals creates an immersive experience that resonates with fans of adventure games.
“The story is captivating and the player is given charming music throughout the game that contributes to the tone of each distinct setting.”
“This game is a captivating RPG with a compelling storyline, strategic combat, and beautiful visuals.”
“The first thing that caught my eye is the attempt to simulate the progression of the characters, although the game says that your level has increased, but you will not feel it in the real game, because the progression of the characters works together with the story of the game, and not with the experience points.”
“Even at serious situations in the story, he's joking around.”
“The story is well-crafted, from the events of the storyline to the dialogues between characters.”
- music9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and fit seamlessly with various scenes, contributing significantly to the overall experience. While some players found the battle music a bit repetitive, the charming soundtrack and ambient sounds were noted for their detail and effectiveness in setting the tone throughout the game. Overall, the music stands out as a favorite aspect among players.
“The music fitted perfectly to the scenes and helped create a special atmosphere while playing.”
“The story is captivating, and the player is given charming music throughout the game that contributes to the tone of each distinct setting.”
“Music continues, but the screen will not move forward.”
“I only found the battle music a little repetitive in the beginning but fit very well for the scenes of combat.”
“The soundtrack is not to be left out when it comes to my praise.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its diverse and narrative-focused design, blending storytelling with combat mechanics that evolve as players progress. While some users noted initial confusion with the mechanics due to a lack of tutorial, the overall experience is enhanced by the game's beautiful visuals and engaging world, making it a compelling RPG.
“Diverse gameplay.”
“This is good, because Tales of Vogar is absolutely narrative-focused, coming across as almost a visual novel sometimes due to the balance of narrative delivery and actual gameplay, though everything levels out as you progress.”
“With its engaging gameplay and stunning world, this is a must-play RPG.”
“It may be that the game was not optimized to my screen’s resolution, but it was very obvious, though it did not majorly affect my gameplay.”
“While I did come to enjoy combat, I was initially a little confused about the mechanics, attack order, and how attack selection and targeting worked since the game drops you into the thick of things without anything in the way of a tutorial.”
“Main gameplay:”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback; while some users note that they could use improvement and mention bugs, others praise the visuals as beautiful and fitting for the captivating RPG experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant but not the sole focus of the game's appeal.
“This game is a captivating RPG with a compelling storyline, strategic combat, and beautiful visuals.”
“The graphics could definitely use some work; I see that as the most major component of the game.”
“The graphics are accompanied by some bugs.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, with frequent screen freezes occurring approximately 10 minutes into gameplay. This has led to a frustrating experience for many players.
“The game screen freezes about 10 minutes in.”
“The screen freezes.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by witty and charming dialogues that strike a balance, avoiding overly sentimental or forced comedy.
“The dialogues have some very funny and lovely parts without being too pathetic.”
“The humor is clever and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
“I love how the game balances humor with its storyline, making every moment enjoyable.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a well-fitting musical score that complements the scenes, creating a unique and immersive experience for players.
“The music fit perfectly with the scenes and helped create a special atmosphere while playing.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
“The combination of visuals and sound design creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game shows signs of poor optimization for certain screen resolutions, which can be noticeable but does not significantly impact overall gameplay experience.
“It may be that the game was not optimized for my screen’s resolution, but it was very obvious; however, it did not majorly affect my gameplay.”
“The performance issues are frustrating, and it feels like the game was rushed without proper optimization.”
“I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which made the game less enjoyable despite its potential.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's immersive experience, highlighting that the character development is integral to the epic quest, enhancing the narrative through thrilling battles and the discovery of a lost kingdom's secrets.
“The game takes players on an epic quest to uncover the secrets of a lost kingdom, offering an immersive experience filled with thrilling battles and character development.”
