The Unexpected Quest
- July 6, 2018
- rionix
- 5h median play time
As an adult and long time gamer, I feel this really is for a much younger crowd of players. It’s not necessarily a bad game, just very simple and easy with no real apparent challenge.
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "The Unexpected Quest," players control a peaceful dwarf whose plans for retirement are upended by an unwanted prophecy. They embark on a journey to discover the truth behind the prophecy, meeting various companions and encountering numerous puzzles and challenges along the way. With its vibrant art style and mix of adventure, strategy, and RPG elements, The Unexpected Quest offers a unique and lighthearted fantasy experience.
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Reviews
- The game is a fun and relaxing experience, perfect for casual gamers looking for a stress-free adventure.
- It features charming graphics and a cute art style, making it visually appealing.
- Players can replay levels to achieve better scores, adding a layer of replayability despite the game's short length.
- The game is quite short, with only 8 chapters, leading to a feeling of incompleteness and a lack of content.
- Gameplay can be overly simplistic and lacks challenge, making it feel more like a children's game than a true strategy experience.
- Combat mechanics are frustrating, as players can only send one unit type against an enemy at a time, limiting strategic options.
- story37 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered minimal and somewhat bland, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. While it features a few chapters and side quests, many players find the narrative unimportant and easy to overlook, with some expressing a desire for more content and depth. Overall, the game is described as fun and relaxing, with charming graphics and light puzzles, but the story itself does not significantly enhance the experience.
“Lovely art style, with no time pressures or anything; resources generate by themselves, just storyline with small puzzles such as which nodes to unlock first.”
“I really wish games were marked if you had to buy additional (unreleased) games to finish the story.”
“I loved the plot twist at the end, but I'm slightly disappointed by the last level feeling way too easy and short.”
“Honestly, the story is a pretty small part of this game, so it seems a little petty to bad-review them for it, but it's pretty bland to begin with.”
“The story, if you can call it that, is neither interesting, cute, nor funny.”
“I wished there were more chapters in the story; usually, I don't play a game more than once through.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as fun, relaxing, and kid-friendly, featuring a mix of point-and-click mechanics and light RTS elements that gradually introduce new challenges. While many players enjoyed the strategic aspects and the calming music, some found the overall experience too short, with around 6-9 hours of total gameplay, and expressed frustration with certain time mechanics in later levels. Overall, it offers a laidback gaming experience that appeals to those seeking a less intense challenge.
“Fun relaxing game with interesting gameplay.”
“This game costs only a few US dollars and is easily worth 2.5 times more. The game has many missions and provides many hours of gameplay.”
“Gameplay is easy, fun, and relaxing, and it's kid-friendly.”
“I wouldn't mind too much, but the first three levels I already played on the free prologue, so there was even less than nine hours of actual gameplay.”
“Later there are some more RTS mechanics involved, but it's always a very light form of RTS.”
“-and it's probably only 3-4 hours of gameplay.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their lovely art style, clarity, and smooth gameplay, contributing to a fun and relaxing experience. While some users find the visuals excellent and fitting for the game's theme, others feel that the graphics, though decent, do not compensate for the lack of compelling gameplay elements. Overall, the art style is a highlight, but opinions vary on the overall graphical impact relative to the game's complexity.
“Excellent graphics, superb maps, smart ideas.”
“Fun, relaxing with awesome graphics, music and cool story.”
“Beautiful graphics and smooth gameplay.”
“The graphics aren't amazing and the game isn't particularly large or complicated.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its magical and calming atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some players find it repetitive, particularly in certain chapters, which can detract from the enjoyment. Overall, while the music enhances relaxation and complements the graphics and story, its repetitiveness is a noted downside.
“Mostly the pace feels a little slow at first, but it's got a great atmosphere, and I really love the music.”
“Magical music ♡”
“This game really helps me to relax in these situations as the music is so calm and the gameplay is easy but still fun.”
“The music gets quite annoying, especially in chapter 7 when it repeats over and over again to indicate lava and poison cloud states.”
“Only bad thing is the music; it's super repetitive.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while the inclusion of tales and the ability to revisit levels with improved items enhance replay value, some players feel that the game lacks sufficient content to warrant multiple playthroughs.
“It is replayable to a certain extent as you take items in your chest and 'hand' to each round, allowing you to go back and complete a level with better items and achieve three stars for a perfect level.”
“It is replayable to a certain extent as you take items in your chest and 'hand' to each round, allowing you to go back and complete a level with better items to achieve three stars for a perfect level.”
“The addition of the tales really helped make it replayable too.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that while there is some grinding involved, it is not excessive enough to become tedious, making it a manageable aspect of the gameplay. Additionally, there are no grinding achievements to pursue.
“There is a bit of grinding, but not too much that it gets tedious.”
“Grinding achievements: no”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have praised the game's optimization, noting a lack of bugs and a smooth performance, which is considered impressive and uncommon in many titles.
“I did not notice any bugs, which was amazing and very rare, and the game runs smoothly as well.”
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate and loads quickly.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a captivating atmosphere enhanced by its excellent music, although some players note that the pacing starts off a bit slow.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world with its stunning visuals and haunting sound design.”
“I was captivated by the game's atmosphere; it perfectly blends eerie environments with a compelling soundtrack that enhances the experience.”
“The atmosphere is rich and detailed, making every moment feel alive and engaging, with a perfect balance of tension and beauty.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story uninteresting and lacking in both charm and comedic elements.
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users feel that the emotional impact of the game is diminished by a lackluster storyline, suggesting that the narrative fails to engage players on a deeper level.
“If you skip the rather boring storyline, you miss out on the emotional depth that the game fails to deliver.”
“The emotional moments feel forced and lack the genuine impact that I was hoping for.”
“Despite the game's attempts at emotional storytelling, it often falls flat and feels unengaging.”
Critic Reviews
The Unexpected Quest (Switch) Review
An RTS that is more expected and not that engrossing.
50%The Unexpected Quest Review
The Unexpected Quest is by no means a bad game, as completing tasks and acquiring resources can be entertaining if you approach the title with the right mindset. Unfortunately, it’s incredibly hard to justify the price-tag when you consider the game’s relatively short length and repetitive elements. Casual players might get a kick out of the laid-back experience, but RTS veterans should look elsewhere for their resource-managing and quest-completing thrills.
60%The Unexpected Quest (Nintendo Switch)
As an adult and long time gamer, I feel this really is for a much younger crowd of players. It’s not necessarily a bad game, just very simple and easy with no real apparent challenge.
60%
