The Eagle's Heir
- March 30, 2017
- Choice of Games
Get on Steam"The Eagle's Heir" is a choice-driven, narrative-focused game that follows the story of a young noble in a medieval fantasy world. Players will navigate political intrigue, form alliances, and make difficult decisions that impact the narrative's outcome. The game features multiple endings, unlockable bonus content, and a rich, immersive world to explore.
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Reviews
- The game features a well-researched and engaging alternate history setting, with vivid characters and a compelling story that keeps players invested.
- There is a high replay value due to the vast scope of possible outcomes and character choices, allowing players to explore different paths and endings.
- The writing is strong, with significant character development and a mix of intrigue, romance, and political maneuvering that appeals to fans of historical fiction.
- The game is relatively short, which can leave players wanting more content and a more developed narrative, especially in the later chapters.
- The lack of a save system can lead to frustration, as players may have to replay sections multiple times after making poor choices that result in character death.
- Some players found the romance options lacking and felt that the choices made throughout the game did not have enough impact on the story's outcome.
- story28 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its vivid settings, appealing characters, and engaging plot, effectively blending steampunk elements with historical research. While many found the character development and world-building to be lively and authentic, some criticized the pacing and abrupt ending, feeling that certain plotlines, particularly the romance, were underdeveloped and disconnected from the main narrative. Overall, the writing is considered decent, with a mix of entertaining twists and replayability, though some players felt the story could have benefited from more depth and exploration.
“I didn't expect the eagle's heir to reach quite those heights - the play's the thing was almost as suited to my particular interests and tastes as if it had been created especially for me - but I had no doubt that I could look forward to vivid settings, appealing characters, and a good story well-told.”
“The result is a story that somehow manages to soar on resplendent steampunk wings without ever feeling any less rooted in meticulous historical research: this is a world that could feasibly have been.”
“The story, world, and characters just felt alive and authentic, unlike some interactive novels where the characters feel faceless and bland.”
“I get it with other decisions that don't prematurely end the story but just straight up end the story because you made a wrong choice and have to skip through all previous scenes again; that is plain and simply horrible game design.”
“The story did seem a tad rushed with many characters going very underdeveloped.”
“Unfortunately, the story ended right when things were starting to pick up!”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability due to its numerous divergent paths and impactful choices, making each playthrough feel distinct. While it may not provide hours of immersion, it serves as an enjoyable option for lighter gaming sessions with substantial content.
“It's not the kind of game you'll find yourself immersed in for hours at a time, but it's a good pick when you're in the mood for lighter fare that still has some substance to it - and the vast scope of possible outcomes promises excellent replay value.”
“Replay value is high too: there are tons of divergent paths and decisions, and your choices make a real difference!”
“The writing is decent, the story doesn't slow down, and there's lots of chance for replayability.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is inconsistent; while some players found it well-written and even romantic, others felt it lacked genuine comedic moments, with only a single line being mildly amusing.
“Well-written, funny, and even romantic.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its abrupt ending, relying on a common mechanic that reveals the long-term consequences of player choices rather than providing a more satisfying conclusion.
“It ends very abruptly with a well-worn mechanic that feels like a cop-out when the developers didn't want to continue the narrative and instead opted to show the long-term results of your choices.”
