The Heroic Legend of Eagarlnia

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"The Heroic Legend of Eagarlnia" is a tactical RPG set in a fantasy world with unique political and diplomatic systems. Recruit heroes, build your kingdom, and make alliances or declare war to achieve your objectives. The game features turn-based strategy, character development, and intricate storylines with multiple endings.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

The Heroic Legend of Eagarlnia screenshot

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 178 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging lite grand strategy experience with a simplified economy and enjoyable mechanics.
The character design and artwork are impressive, with a large roster of heroes that adds depth to the gameplay.
The adjustable difficulty and beginner mode make it accessible for new players while still providing challenges for veterans.

The game suffers from balance issues, with some factions being significantly stronger or weaker than others.
The combat system can feel simplistic and lacks depth, leading to repetitive gameplay in battles.
The English localization has several errors and inconsistencies, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
82%
5%
The game's story is described as underdeveloped and fragmented, with each faction having its own minimal narrative that often fails to engage players. While there are numerous characters with rich backstories and some quests that add depth, many players feel the overall storytelling lacks coherence and meaningful progression. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a wealth of lore and character interactions that can be enjoyable for those who appreciate light kingdom management and tactical RPG elements.
- “The stories also form the basis of lots of little missions, which shape the empire's growth.”
- “I say this because Eagarlnia has over 250 unique characters, each of which has at least an entire paragraph, if not multiple, written about their backstory and personality.”
- “If this game had a book series, I would read it over and over; the story is complex and incredibly well put together.”
- “The story is also bare-boned and nearly non-existent.”
- “Aside from the opening scene of each faction, you get some quests that don't advance anything (neither plot nor character, and it isn't even entertaining).”
- “What can be improved: most notably, I think this game could benefit a lot from more 'story,' events and cutscenes; the story is quite barebones at the moment, it is mostly sandbox.”
gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
7%
The gameplay is characterized by its adjustable difficulty and a mix of simplistic yet satisfying mechanics, making it accessible for newcomers to the grand strategy genre. While the core mechanics revolve around hero recruitment and task management, some players find the non-combat elements lacking in depth. Overall, the game offers a polished experience with potential for future updates, though it may feel overwhelming at first due to its complexity.
- “The gameplay loop and mechanics are quite simplistic, so I never once felt overwhelmed by what the game threw at me.”
- “An entertaining indie global strategy game with excellent art, interesting mechanics, and addictive gameplay at an incredibly low price for its quality.”
- “The whole gameplay loop feels pretty polished, and there's this feature where you can do all the 'domestic' tasks in one screen, making it seamless to manage late game.”
- “The non-combat part of the gameplay is about as bare-bones as it can possibly be.”
- “You would think that with such light mechanics on the map that it wouldn't really be 'the point' of the game, it's just something to fuel the warmachine, but it's really not because neglecting the grind means that you aren't 'doing anything' at all.”
- “Once you get familiar with the game and really take a look at every individual mechanic and system for what it is, you'll wish that they were a lot more intricate and complex.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful artwork, high-quality character designs, and cohesive art style, which enhances the overall presentation. The pixel art style is appreciated, although some reviews note that battle graphics can be pixelated and difficult to read. Overall, the game's visuals, including a well-designed world map and detailed character artwork, are considered a standout feature.
- “To wrap, the beautiful artwork and character design is a big plus.”
- “The character artworks are quite high quality and cute.”
- “The artwork in this game is incredible, probably the best part of its presentation in fact, its sprite work is decent too.”
- “A somewhat simplified total war game with an anime aesthetic.”
- “But graphics during battles are pixelated and unreadable... in one word: terrible.”
- “However, they need to work on the AI, add meaning to each character, and small creative aesthetics (for example, equipping an item changes the color of the character or ability).”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the core mechanics of recruiting and upgrading units are enjoyable, the late-game becomes tedious due to excessive micromanagement and slow siege mechanics. Many reviewers noted that the game could benefit from quality of life improvements to streamline the experience, especially when managing numerous heroes and cities. Overall, while the game remains playable, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment, particularly in the later stages.
- “This works generally well, but gets incredibly tedious in the late-game, where some capitals will boast generally anywhere from 10,000 to 20,000 defense, and lowering them in increments of 1,000 when an enemy can steadily increase them every turn slows down the game a lot.”
- “What I got was tedious micromanagement grinding.”
- “No, I need to manually assign every turn... this is very tedious and kills all the joy of playing.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
89%
33%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and variety, enhancing the overall experience with beautiful compositions that fit well with the game's atmosphere. However, some users noted occasional issues, such as tracks ending abruptly during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect, complementing the detailed artwork and engaging mechanics.
- “The music is varied and really good.”
- “The game features a truckload of detailed artwork (so many heroes...), beautiful music and enjoyable game mechanics.”
- “The main menu screen along with the beautiful song are a treat already.”
- “The music is mostly okay, but sometimes it either bugs out (tracks end mid-battle) or just doesn't fit the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While some tracks are enjoyable, many of them feel out of place and detract from the overall experience.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The game boasts strong replayability due to its diverse factions and gameplay styles, allowing players to have unique experiences even with the same faction. Many users highlight the significant variation in gameplay mechanics and strategies, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging. Overall, it is regarded as a game with excellent replay value, appealing to fans of the genre.
- “I'm having a very different experience on my second playthrough, even though I'm playing the exact same faction, so I think the replay value of this game is pretty good.”
- “This makes for some decent replayability - a hero that carried you in one game because your faction had amazing tier 10 cavalry units and a faction legendary item to match them might be replaced by someone else in the next when your faction has amazing archers instead.”
- “I'd have happily paid double the price for this game as even most triple-A titles don't have this much story and replayability.”
- “The game offers a surprising amount of replay value simply because of the number of different factions you can play as, as well as being open to playing any way you want.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the impressive artwork and character design as significant strengths, contributing positively to the overall character development in the game.
- “The beautiful artwork and character design is a big plus.”
- “Great character design.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often seen as endearing, with players appreciating the amusing flaws and witty lines delivered by characters, particularly during executions. This blend of dark humor and charm adds to the overall enjoyment of the experience.
- “I tend to find these flaws endearing and hilarious rather than annoying.”
- “There are many good reasons for executions, and your appointed chancellor often comes up with funny lines for the occasion too.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported stability issues, including instances of the game freezing during turn transitions.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is generally considered acceptable, but there are notable issues with the music, including occasional bugs where tracks end abruptly during battles and instances where the music does not align well with the game's overall mood.
- “The music is mostly okay, but sometimes it either bugs out (the track ends mid-battle) or just doesn't fit the atmosphere.”
- “The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired, failing to immerse me in the game world.”
- “The lighting effects are inconsistent, making it hard to feel the intended mood during key moments.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express a strong sense of nostalgia from the emotional connection evoked by the battle mechanics, reminiscent of classic games like Dragon Force and Generation of Chaos. This familiarity enhances their overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.
- “The emotional depth of the characters really drew me in; I felt connected to their struggles and triumphs.”
- “The story had me on an emotional rollercoaster, making me laugh, cry, and feel every moment.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complemented the emotional scenes, enhancing the overall experience and making me feel even more invested.”