Unforgiving Trials: The Space Crusade

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The world is dying. Many years after the banishment of the evil that plagued the land, the world was hit by waves of unbearable heat. Crops are withering, rivers and wells drying and the cattle is slowly dying out from illness. During his desperate work to save his family farm from the heat, young farmer named Jory was suddenly visited by a mysterious stranger claiming that the land could be save…

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Play Modes

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

Unforgiving Trials: The Space Crusade screenshot

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a simple and nostalgic RPG style that may appeal to fans of retro games.
Some players found enjoyment in the combat mechanics and character class selection.
The storyline has potential and can be engaging for those who appreciate RPG narratives.

The game is plagued with bugs, unresponsive mechanics, and balancing issues that hinder gameplay.
Many players reported a lack of exploration and overly long, tedious dialogue sequences.
There are numerous spelling and grammatical errors throughout the game, detracting from the overall experience.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The game's story revolves around a group of young adventurers on a quest to vanquish the sun, emphasizing themes of perseverance and the unpredictability of life. While it is a sequel, players can easily grasp the narrative without prior knowledge of the first game. Overall, the storyline is well-received, with a solid structure and engaging details, though some elements may feel extraneous.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Now in order to save the world, the band of young adventurers has set upon a quest to vanquish the sun.”
- “Love the design of the game, has a great storyline and I really like the detail they put in the game.”
- “The story?”
- “There was also a maze-like structure with a weird gate (or something like that) which wasn't plot relevant at all.”
- “Generic RPG Maker game (almost all 'RPG' games from RPG Maker suck - if the game is more story-based, it's usually okay).”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay is marred by numerous bugs, unresponsive mechanics, and unbalanced combat, leading to a lack of immersion and enjoyment. Players find the turn-based system reminiscent of older RPGs like Final Fantasy, but criticize the limited exploration and reliance on interactive cutscenes, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the mechanics feel outdated and poorly executed, hindering the game's potential.
- “The gameplay is that of an old turn-based RPG, something like Final Fantasy, where you have your party and fight a few enemies at a time.”
- “Its all about storyline and part of gameplay.”
- “Following after the first battle, you will face more, with even some bull mechanics, where a single boss could stun your entire party and that’s gg.”
- “The gameplay is stiff, and the graphics are nothing special.”
- “I can’t get past the bad mechanics and the bland combat.”
- “There's little to no exploration in this game; in fact, most of the gameplay between fights could be considered interactive cutscenes (in which you only have to click to advance the dialogue), and then moving on to the next battle.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The graphics of the game are generally considered underwhelming, often utilizing default RPG Maker assets that evoke a nostalgic, old-school arcade style. While some players appreciate the brighter elements, such as the bestiary, the overall visual presentation does not stand out as a key feature of the game.
- “The brighter aspects of the game were the graphics and bestiary.”
- “Graphics like RPG Maker in this game are not the main indicator.”
- “The gameplay is stiff, and the graphics are nothing special.”
- “I can also say that it has a graphic style reminiscent of old arcade games.”
- “Most (if not all) of the graphics use default RPG Maker assets.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing yet unsuitable for the game's atmosphere. Critics have described the soundtrack as annoying and loud, detracting from the overall experience, particularly during combat and lengthy dialogues. Overall, the music seems to be a point of contention, with many feeling it does not align well with the game's themes and pacing.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “There is background music, and ones triggered for combat.”
- “I just think that the music is not very suitable for the game.”
- “The game had an annoying and loud soundtrack, it had poor map development, the dialogues were very long, and the intro was unnecessarily lengthy.”
- “Music with dinner is an insult both to the cook and the violinist.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing disappointment that it feels like a rushed product aimed solely at generating revenue rather than providing a quality gaming experience.
- “This is more like a cash grab rather than anything.”
- “Another game that shouldn't have been made: it seems that every game dumped on the store page from these developers are quick cash grabs.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs reported and poor control responsiveness, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- “The game is super buggy and the controls are awful.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it unplayable.”
- “The frame rate drops are so severe that it ruins the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally recommend grinding for effective game farming, suggesting that it can be a beneficial strategy for resource accumulation and character progression.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, but the rewards just don't feel worth the effort.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is hit-or-miss; while some dialogues are genuinely funny, they may be overshadowed by other issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is spot-on, with witty dialogues that had me laughing out loud.”
- “I love how the game blends clever puns and absurd situations to create a truly hilarious experience.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is impeccable, making even the simplest interactions entertaining.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game lacks depth in character history and fails to provide any meaningful character development throughout the story.
- “There is no depth to their history, nor was there any character development at all throughout the story in the game.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth or change as the game progresses.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of backstory and development for the main characters; they felt flat and unengaging.”