The Sea Between

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The story of a young man who is forced to leave the comforts of his home to set out on an unexpected journey.

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

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

story9 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Excellent world building and level design, creating an immersive experience.
Engaging combat system that encourages strategic play rather than mindless spamming of attacks.
Strong emotional storyline with well-developed characters and a charming art style.

Tedious random encounters and lack of save points, making progression frustrating.
Some characters, like the female Adelyse, are referred to inappropriately, which can be jarring.
The game may feel short for some players, leaving them wanting more content.

story
14 mentions
64 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The story in "The Sea Between" is highly praised for its emotional depth and character development, focusing on the protagonist's journey of self-discovery amidst monster attacks on his hometown. Reviewers highlight the immersive narrative, engaging characters, and the game's ability to draw players in, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. The combination of a captivating storyline and classic turn-based gameplay has left players eager for a sequel.
- “The sea between is a fantastic RPG with great music, a good atmosphere, interesting characters, and a surprisingly emotional storyline.”
- “The story was immersive and the world and characters were very well developed.”
- “If the strength of this game is its story, it stands on the back of its characters.”
- “When Vis' previously peaceful hometown finds itself the target of monster attacks, he is pulled into a quest to find the source and put a stop to it.”
- “The story is moving, about how the main hero discovers who he really is.”
music
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in "The Sea Between" is widely praised as a standout feature, described as incredible, charming, and beautiful, enhancing the game's atmosphere and emotional storyline. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a significant element that complements the engaging narrative and classic turn-based combat.
- “The music is absolutely incredible, and definitely a highlight of the game.”
- “The music used is charming and beautiful.”
- “Classic turn-based combat JRPG with an engaging story - the soundtrack was great too.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the opportunities for grinding, many feel that the repetitive and tedious nature of constant enemy encounters detracts from overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and a lack of motivation to continue.
- “Enemies were very tedious, and you do need to fight a decent number of them rather than just running away.”
- “Everything else about the game was good, but the endless repetitive fighting made it too tedious to enjoy, and unfortunately, I doubt I'll finish it.”
gameplay
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple yet engaging, providing a fun and challenging experience that complements the immersive storyline and beautiful soundtrack. Overall, players find it enjoyable and captivating.
- “The story line is interesting, and the gameplay is fairly simple but not boring!”
- “The gameplay was fun and challenging.”
- “The game features an immersive story, beautiful soundtrack, and fantastic gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "The Sea Between" is highly praised for its uniqueness, enhanced by great music and an emotional storyline, which together create an engaging and immersive experience for players.
- “The sea between is a fantastic RPG with great music, a good atmosphere, interesting characters, and a surprisingly emotional storyline.”
- “Every game has its own unique atmosphere, and this one definitely has its own, as well.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
"The Sea Between" is praised for its surprisingly emotional storyline, complemented by great music and a captivating atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the depth and moving nature of the narrative, alongside interesting character development.
- “The sea between is a fantastic RPG with great music, a good atmosphere, interesting characters, and a surprisingly emotional storyline.”
- “It's very emotional, deep, and moving.”
graphics
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their impressive art style and well-designed maps, contributing positively to the overall visual experience of the game.
- “The art style and map were well done too!”
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the game world to life in incredible detail.”
- “Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”