Towers of Aghasba

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Towers of Aghasba is a single player and multiplayer open world role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Dreamlit inc. and was released on November 19, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Towers of Aghasba, an open-world experience where players can build vast settlements and grow sprawling ecosystems on their fantasy island.

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story66 positive mentions

grinding90 negative mentions

Visually stunning game with a unique art style and charming creature designs.
Engaging gameplay that focuses on restoring ecosystems and building settlements.
Active developer support with regular updates and responsiveness to community feedback.

Game-breaking bugs and glitches that can hinder progress, especially in multiplayer.
Limited inventory space and resource management can feel tedious and frustrating.
Combat mechanics are simplistic and can feel unbalanced, with some enemies being overly aggressive.

story
286 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally praised for its richness and engaging characters, with many players appreciating the environmental themes and the quest-driven narrative that encourages exploration. However, some reviewers express frustration with the quest structure, noting that it can feel tedious and disjointed, often requiring extensive resource gathering that detracts from the enjoyment of the storyline. Additionally, the multiplayer experience is criticized for not allowing shared story progression, which limits cooperative gameplay and can lead to confusion and frustration among players.
- “The story is rich, the characters are purposeful, and you can do things in nearly any order you choose.”
- “The story is full of mystery and adventure, driven by well-developed characters and compelling plot twists.”
- “The story, play style, items, and other elements are very similar to Zelda.”
- “However, the story feels disconnected and emotionally draining.”
- “The characters are lifeless and the story bland.”
- “The journal and quest UI is generally awful and gives no clear directions, which is super annoying when everything is a fetch quest.”
gameplay
244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Towers of Aghasba" offers a unique blend of exploration, crafting, and ecosystem management, with a charming art style that enhances the experience. However, many players find the building mechanics clunky and overly complicated, while resource gathering can feel tedious and grindy. Despite its potential and engaging core mechanics, the game suffers from technical issues, lack of polish, and a need for improved quality of life features, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is simultaneously relaxing and just challenging enough from time to time to keep you on your toes.”
- “The gameplay loop is super addictive and the back and forth between creating ecosystems and using them to build villages is very satisfying.”
- “The art style, story, and gameplay are all very charming, and the game mechanic of restoring the barren landscape into a thriving ecosystem feels very rewarding.”
- “Unfortunately, the climbing and swimming mechanics are rough.”
- “The gameplay felt very boring during my time with it and honestly feels like it lacks a substantial amount of polish; for an early access title, it really feels like they should have spent more time making the core gameplay loop more exciting.”
- “The graphics and art direction are top-tier, but the shallow gameplay, poor enemy variety, and awful quality-of-life design drag the whole experience down.”
graphics
203 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty, unique art style, and immersive atmosphere, with many players noting the vibrant environments and charming character designs. While some users have reported minor graphical glitches and performance issues, the overall visual experience is considered stunning and a significant highlight of the game. Continuous updates from the developers are also improving the graphics, further enhancing the game's appeal.
- “I love the atmosphere, the theme, the interactive world, the art style, and the music; everything comes together in a lovely experience.”
- “The graphics are next-gen, what I would expect from Unreal Engine.”
- “The artwork is absolutely beautiful, and the tiny dreamlit team's passion, talent, and vision shine through the entire storyline.”
- “Its a completely immersion-breaking unsatisfying truth that a massive living creature with an entirely different art style exists in a beautiful structure.”
- “I do wish the graphics were a bit better on the characters; it would make them feel even more alive.”
- “I just didn't expect the graphics to be so low... even though my PC is really powerful with an RTX 4090 and Intel Core i9.”
grinding
97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players finding it excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly in resource gathering and crafting. While some appreciate the immersive world and find enjoyment in the grind, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration and a sense of chore-like gameplay. Improvements in inventory management and resource accessibility are frequently suggested to enhance the enjoyment of the game.
- “It is not that grindy, just a bit.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “However, it was a lot more grindy than I bargained for, making it a decent way through the story while still being in starter gear and using stone weapons.”
- “90% of the time is spent searching and farming resources, which gets dull quickly.”
- “This game shows potential but is held back by several significant issues, particularly for those who enjoy farming, survival, and skill-intensive games.”
stability
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting a variety of bugs and glitches typical of early access titles, including crashes, graphical issues, and gameplay interruptions. While some users have experienced smooth performance and minimal issues, others have faced significant problems that hinder their enjoyment, leading to frustration and even abandonment of the game. Overall, while the developers are actively working on fixes, players should be prepared for a bumpy experience.
- “Game runs great on my PC - no issues.”
- “The game runs great at a pretty steady 60+ fps and it's quite pretty too.”
- “Game is pretty and runs great.”
- “This game is a buggy mess.”
- “Now, here's the thing, in its current state, it is buggy as hell.”
- “After more crashes, glitches, and more bugs than Timon and Pumba could eat, I have officially given up.”
music
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersive experience. Reviewers highlight its captivating blend of tribal themes and calming melodies, which complement the stunning visuals and unique art style. While some minor audio issues are noted, the soundtrack is generally considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The music is outstanding, the atmosphere awesome and the graphics stunning.”
- “I love the atmosphere, the theme, the interactive world, the art style, and the music; everything comes together in a lovely experience.”
- “The visuals are a breath of fresh air, complemented beautifully by mesmerizing soundtracks.”
- “And the music can be a bit annoying but not overly so.”
- “Some of the music is oddly amusing, like when entering a certain area within the world.”
- “Soundtrack: decent”
optimization
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering and low FPS, even on high-end hardware. While some users report improvements and stable performance after adjusting settings, others express frustration with the game's current state, particularly in early access. Many hope for future updates to address these optimization concerns and enhance the overall experience.
- “Graphics and performance are better than I expected.”
- “The performance has tremendously improved (4k, 100+fps here, on an RTX 4080, on a fairly advanced save, with a maxed-out ecosystem) and is very stable at 60 fps on other platforms too.”
- “Beautiful game with impressive optimization compared to other modern titles (runs quite well on my old PC).”
- “Worst optimized game ever.”
- “However, the glaring issues with graphical optimization and gameplay mechanics severely hinder the experience, to the point where it’s hard to justify the current state.”
- “The gameplay is not optimized and is very choppy at times.”
atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its enchanting blend of beautiful visuals, exceptional sound design, and immersive music, creating a tranquil and engaging experience. Players appreciate the charming and cozy environment that encourages exploration and resource collection, making it a relaxing escape. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as captivating and inviting, enhancing the gameplay and drawing players into its world.
- “I love the atmosphere, the theme, the interactive world, the art style, and the music; everything comes together in a lovely experience.”
- “The serene atmosphere can drag you right in, and before you know it, many hours have passed.”
- “The atmosphere immediately sucks you in and restoring the landscape is a rewarding gameplay loop.”
- “The game builds up a charming atmosphere through its visuals (character/creature designs!) and sound design.”
- “The serene atmosphere can drag you right in and before you know it, many hours have passed.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky character dialogue, funny NPC interactions, and unexpected comedic moments, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with creative design, including amusing monster behaviors and clever in-game gags. While some find the cartoony graphics off-putting, the majority enjoy the whimsical and entertaining elements that enhance the gameplay.
- “The design of the monsters was funny and amazing at the same time.”
- “Towers of Aghasba is incredibly creative and pretty funny too, with lots of little jokes and gags that have made me chuckle throughout my time playing.”
- “The characters and writing are funny and sweet, one of my favorite aspects.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while the voice acting and wholesome narrative add depth and charm, some players find the story disconnected and emotionally draining. The experience can be heart-wrenching, particularly when progress is lost, and the environment, though intended to feel barren, often comes across as emotionally flat and uninspiring. Overall, the game offers a cozy vibe but struggles to fully engage players on an emotional level.
- “This game fills a niche that I love; nurturing nature by gardening and caring for creatures, while also having elements of combat against monsters, exploration, city building, and a wholesome narrative.”
- “The voice acting is top-notch, bringing the characters to life and adding an emotional depth to the story that really drew me in.”
- “Overall it has a wholesome and charming vibe to it.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is praised for its richness and immersion, contributing to an exceptional overall narrative experience. However, some players express dissatisfaction with the lack of character customization options and find the character design to be off-putting.
- “The scenery is beautiful, the creature design exceptional, the story and character design peerless—the overall vibe is immaculate.”
- “Rich, immersive story and character development.”
- “There is no character designer.”
- “What puts me off is the wacky character design and the fact that you play as a girl, as the game doesn't allow you to customize the character.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game's replayability has significantly improved with recent updates, enhancing the overall experience and making it more enjoyable. Many users have invested substantial hours into the game, particularly after the latest patches, indicating a growing interest in revisiting the content as it becomes more refined and playable. However, some still suggest that further improvements could enhance the experience even more.
- “The continuous improvements and patches made recently have made the game a lot more playable and fun.”
- “If you are interested in this game for the co-op, I would recommend holding off for a few more updates so you can experience the game in a more playable state.”
- “So many small things that could have been added or taken away to make the game a bit quicker and more playable (please add a navigation marker you can see in-game).”
- “I already put in almost 90 hours, 50 of that after update 10.5 has dropped, and it is much more playable than it was in the beginning.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express disappointment with the game's monetization strategy, particularly criticizing the lack of a proper co-op option despite it being a key selling point. This has led to frustration among players who feel misled about the game's features.
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I was excited to dive into this game, but the constant push for in-game purchases really ruins the experience.”
- “It's frustrating that you can't progress without shelling out cash; it feels like a paywall at every turn.”