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 offers a rich and well-researched alternate history setting, featuring engaging characters and a compelling story.
- High replay value due to numerous divergent paths and outcomes, allowing players to explore different scenarios and endings.
- Affordable price point makes it an excellent value for the quality of writing and gameplay experience.
- The lack of a save system can lead to frustrating repeated playthroughs after making poor choices, detracting from the overall experience.
- The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more depth and development in the story and character relationships.
- Some players found the romance options underwhelming and poorly integrated into the narrative, leading to a lack of emotional investment.
- story24 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its vivid settings, appealing characters, and engaging plot, effectively blending steampunk elements with historical research. However, some reviewers noted that certain characters felt underdeveloped and that the narrative pacing was rushed, particularly in the romance subplot, which was seen as underwhelming and disconnected from the main story. Overall, while the story is entertaining and offers replayability, it leaves some players wanting more depth and resolution, especially in its romantic themes.
“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 characters were lively, the world-building was lovely, and the plot was magical and exciting.”
“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
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % 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. Overall, players can expect a variety of outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“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
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % 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.
“The game ends very abruptly, relying on a well-worn mechanic that the author uses when they don't want to continue writing, instead opting to show the long-term results of your choices.”
“The game ends very abruptly, relying on a clichéd mechanic that feels like a cop-out from the developer, who seems unwilling to provide a more satisfying conclusion.”
“Gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“The mechanics are overly simplistic, which detracts from the overall experience and makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable challenge.”
