Thyria: Step Into Dreams

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Thyria: Step Into Dreams is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Twokats and was released on October 7, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Thyria is an RPG, with a unique combination of dynamic exploration and turn-based combat. Summon your Guardians and get into the minds of the cursed villagers. Explore the dreams to collect Soul Dusts, Inks and knowledge. Treat your patient to increase the rewards but also the many risks... Each Guardian will offer a range of spells, and unique abilities. Redouble your strategy and perseverance …

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gameplay7 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful and unique 2D artwork that stands out and enhances the overall experience.
There are many interesting mechanics and systems to explore, including crafting and guardian management, which add depth to the gameplay.
The turn-based combat is engaging and offers strategic challenges, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.

The onboarding process is poorly designed, with a confusing tutorial that overwhelms players with information and lacks clear instructions.
The user interface feels clunky and can be overwhelming, making navigation and interaction frustrating at times.
There are significant bugs and performance issues, including freezing and crashes, which hinder the overall gameplay experience.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
58%
13%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by intricate mechanics and a unique blend of exploration, time management, and turn-based combat, offering players a deep and strategic experience. However, many users feel that the game lacks clear tutorials and intuitive navigation, making it challenging to fully grasp its mechanics. While the potential for engaging gameplay is evident, the execution suffers from a convoluted introduction and a lack of guidance, which can lead to frustration for players.
- “This game offers a super interesting challenge: a large part of the mechanics are to be discovered by yourself, and the guardian/skill combinations look immense. I made a reroll right from the start, thinking I'd made a mistake in choosing the stones, but I didn't get the same set of stones... so new combinations to craft!”
- “Thyria promises an immersive gaming experience that combines isometric 2D exploration, clever time management mechanics, and thrilling turn-based combat, all set against a backdrop of mystique and magic.”
- “Its seamless gameplay and user-friendly controls make it an accessible yet immersive turn-based RPG.”
- “Game does not do a good job explaining how to play or how its mechanics work.”
- “It's a shame that the devs went through so much trouble to create the world, art assets, music, and come up with all these systems but neglected the core gameplay.”
- “Mechanics aren't introduced well, the story jumps from one scene to the next without context, exploration has no clear direction for you to follow.”
story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
61%
13%
The game's story is described as intriguing yet sparse, with a complex backstory that may not resonate with all players. While some appreciate the unique premise of a witch entering dreams to cure ailments, others find the narrative disjointed and lacking depth, with missions feeling quick and lacking context. Overall, the storytelling has potential but may not satisfy those seeking a more traditional or immersive narrative experience.
- “The prologue of the game mainly focuses on introducing us to the flesh of the plot - that being that Thyria is a witch who can enter dreams to 'cure' people of ailments.”
- “The game's plot has an intriguing touch of mystery to it.”
- “There was also a central storyline advancing as I kept curing them, which felt interesting.”
- “The story of the game isn't extremely impressionable.”
- “Mechanics aren't introduced well, the story jumps from one scene to the next without context, exploration has no clear direction for you to follow.”
- “Story seems a bit lackluster, but it is a demo after all.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
22%
14%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and captivating art style, featuring bold black contours and vibrant color fills that evoke a dark fantasy atmosphere. Players appreciate the beautiful artwork and intricate animations, which enhance the overall experience and draw them deeper into the game's narrative. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are simple but cool, and the music in the background is nice to listen to.”
- “Thyria: step into dreams offers an intriguing game concept and captivating artwork that beckons players into a realm where dreams and darkness collide.”
- “First off, the graphics?”
- “The art style captures the essence of dark fantasy, making each location a work of art that draws you deeper into the game's narrative.”
- “Nice turn-based RPG with a twisted yet original art style, a balanced and complex skill/combat system and a 'strange' story judging from the first steps in its world.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The music in the game is generally praised for its thematic quality and ability to enhance the ambiance, with many users describing it as relaxing and enjoyable. While some reviews highlight the impressive soundtrack and sound design, they also note that the music stands out amidst concerns about gameplay mechanics and overall execution. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, complementing its unique graphics and art style.
- “The music is nice, the artwork is unique, the characters are a bit complex when it comes to skills and all but overall a really fun yet hard game.”
- “Great music.”
- “It's a shame that the devs went through so much trouble to create the world, art assets, music, and come up with all these systems but neglected the core gameplay.”
- “The music serves well in helping with ambiance for the game.”
- “And the music and sound design?”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's stability is currently mixed, with some users noting it is still in early access and experiencing minor bugs, while others report a smooth experience with no glitches or errors. Overall, there is optimism that the full version will improve stability further.
- “It's still in early access and a little buggy, but shaping up nicely. The full version will be grand.”
- “No bugs, no glitches, no errors, absolutely nothing!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration that the game's humor, reflected in the quirky item designs, is undermined by a lack of effective inventory management, suggesting that the comedic potential is wasted if players cannot interact with the items meaningfully.
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep me laughing.”
- “I love how the game uses absurdity to create funny moments that catch you off guard.”
- “The quirky characters and their witty banter add a delightful layer of humor that makes the gameplay even more enjoyable.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, as it involves a cycle of picking patients, entering dreams, and returning to the lab, which can become monotonous after a few iterations. However, those who enjoy character leveling and goal achievement may still find enjoyment in the underlying mechanics, despite the cumbersome UI and introduction.
- “It does feel very 'grindy' and because of the repetitive nature of picking patients, going into dreams, collecting stuff, going back to the laboratory, and then rinse/repeat; it became tedious after the first couple of patients.”
- “The underlying mechanics may be fun, but they're buried beneath a hundred layers of tedious UI navigation and clunky introduction.”
- “For those who like leveling characters, achieving goals, and doing a lot of grinding, I feel that you would enjoy this.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Currently, the game's replayability is limited due to its prologue status, but there is potential for decent replay value in the future, as the mission structure is similar to that of Darkest Dungeon.
- “Currently, there isn't very much replayability as the game is still in its prologue.”
- “However, I expect that the replayability of the game will be decent since the way the missions are set up is extremely reminiscent of the system within Darkest Dungeon.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is often perceived as disrupted due to a sense of jankiness, which detracts from the overall immersion and experience of the game.
- “Everything feels just a little janky and atmosphere-breaking.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the character development for its impressive designs and thoughtful animations, highlighting the developer's dedication to creating a visually engaging experience.
- “The character designs are really well put together, and I can see in the animations and backgrounds the decisions and time spent by the developer.”

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Thyria: Step Into Dreams is a role playing game.

Thyria: Step Into Dreams is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

Thyria: Step Into Dreams was released on October 7, 2023.

Thyria: Step Into Dreams was developed by Twokats.

Thyria: Step Into Dreams has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Thyria: Step Into Dreams is a single player game.

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