The Village
- July 31, 2021
- vwistrand
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Reviews
- The game features nostalgic SNES-PS1-era graphics and a captivating atmosphere that immerses players.
- The gameplay is challenging yet rewarding, with clever puzzles, tough enemies, and a deep, engaging story.
- The music is beautifully composed and enhances the overall experience, making it a fantastic tribute to classic gaming.
- The difficulty level can be unbalanced, with some mazes and dark areas being overly challenging.
- Players may feel lost in the main story due to a lack of guidance and information on objectives.
- The game could benefit from the addition of achievements to enhance player engagement.
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its depth and emotional impact, complemented by a beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the engaging narrative and the abundance of quests, though some express confusion regarding the main storyline. Overall, the storytelling is considered excellent, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment.
“The story is surprisingly deep, and the music perfectly sets the tone for every moment.”
“The story is pretty sad, and the music - my god, the music was lovely.”
“It keeps you engaged due to the story it offers, and the combat experience is also pretty good.”
“On the other hand, we are a bit lost in the main story.”
- music5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its ability to enhance the emotional depth of the story, with many reviewers highlighting its beauty and poetic quality. It complements the game's visuals and gameplay, contributing to an overall immersive experience that resonates with players.
“The story is surprisingly deep, and the music perfectly sets the tone for every moment.”
“The story is pretty sad, and the music - my god, the music was lovely.”
“The village has all the characteristics that a good old school RPG should have: very nice and poetic graphics, a beautiful soundtrack, solid gameplay, a good story, and a reasonable difficulty.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its challenging yet rewarding nature, featuring clever puzzles and tough enemies, complemented by solid graphics and low system requirements. Players find it engaging and fun, with an increasingly interesting story and a nostalgic RPG feel enhanced by beautiful visuals and a captivating soundtrack. Overall, it strikes a balance between difficulty and enjoyment, making for a satisfying experience.
“The gameplay is challenging but rewarding, with clever puzzles and tough enemies.”
“The gameplay is pretty fun and the story gets more and more interesting the more you play the game!”
“The village has all the characteristics that a good old school RPG should have: very nice and poetic graphics, a beautiful soundtrack, solid gameplay, a good story, and a reasonable difficulty.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their nostalgic retro style reminiscent of SNES and PS1-era visuals, making it a must-play for fans of that aesthetic. Additionally, players appreciate the good quality of the graphics alongside enjoyable gameplay and maps, all while maintaining low system requirements.
“If you are a fan of retro RPGs with SNES-PS1-era graphics, this game is a must-play.”
“Good graphics, gameplay, and maps; also super low system requirements.”
“The graphics feel outdated, reminiscent of early 2000s games, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“While the art style has potential, the execution falls flat, making the visuals look bland and uninspired.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making it hard to connect with the game world.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting it as a standout feature that significantly enhances the overall experience. Many recommend the game primarily for its captivating and immersive atmosphere.
“I was in this for the atmosphere - the absolutely wonderful atmosphere!”
“Nevertheless, I recommend the game for the atmosphere!”
