Unsung Kingdom

About

Unsung Kingdom is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by 真符 and was released on July 4, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

This is the Story of the once glorious Kingdom of Bellion. Ann, a time traveler from the future, fights to save the King from his fate to die.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews

story21 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and a delightful story that keeps players engaged.
Gameplay is streamlined and easy to pick up, with mouse-only controls that work surprisingly well.
The characters are memorable and the narrative progresses nicely, making it a fun experience overall.

Combat can feel repetitive at times, leading to a sense of monotony during battles.
Technical limitations such as blurry graphics in fullscreen mode and lack of keyboard support can detract from the experience.
The story, while enjoyable, may not be engaging enough for players seeking depth and complexity.

story
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
27%
9%
The game's story is generally well-received, characterized as fun, simple, and engaging, with a classic JRPG feel that includes time travel elements and a quest to save a king. While some players found it linear and lacking depth, others appreciated its straightforwardness and enjoyable mini side-quests. Overall, the narrative is described as delightful and visually appealing, though some felt it lacked complexity and replay value.
- “Overall it's an enjoyable adventure with an interesting time travel story to save the king, good looking visuals and pleasant soundtrack.”
- “The art, music, and story are so beautiful I don't understand how and why this game is free.”
- “The plot is simple: you have traveled back in time in order to stop a king from dying, only it turns out to be not quite as easy as that.”
- “The story wasn't written in a way that made me care about it or any of the characters.”
- “The story is not very engaging and made me feel impatient.”
- “Still, the story is forgettable and does not have any replay value.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
13%
20%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the artwork, character designs, and overall visual style as appealing and well-executed for an RPG Maker title. However, some users noted limitations due to the engine's poor fullscreen performance and lack of HD support, which detracts from the experience for modern gamers. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's charm and storytelling.
- “This is truly a hidden gem, I loved the characters and the art style so much.”
- “Overall it's an enjoyable adventure with an interesting time travel story to save the king, good looking visuals and pleasant soundtrack.”
- “Worth noticing aspect of this game is the art style which is one of the better ones compared to other indie 16-bitish RPGs on Steam!”
- “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- “Visually, the game is okay.”
- “The worth noticing aspect of this game is the art style, which is one of the better ones compared to other indie 16-bit RPGs on Steam.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and streamlined mechanics, offering a blend of basic JRPG elements and visual novel storytelling. While the graphics are criticized for their low quality, the combat system allows for some freedom in character customization and is generally enjoyable, especially considering the game is free and free of bugs. Overall, players find the gameplay accessible, though it may feel minimalistic to some.
- “What impressed me the most was how streamlined the gameplay is.”
- “The English translation is good, the combat and gameplay, while stripped to their bare minimum, are quite enjoyable, and while there is minimal grinding, it's balanced out by the simplicity of combat.”
- “You have three characters, and even though the game's mechanics are quite basic, they allow you some freedom in how you fight, with different weapons that can all be equipped on any character for different effects.”
- “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
- “I'd liken it to a visual novel with some basic JRPG mechanics to string you along.”
- “Gameplay: using the mouse to play an RPG (if you don't own a controller) is kind of unusual but in time you get used to it.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and relaxing, complementing the visuals and story effectively. Players appreciate the soundtrack's quality, especially considering the game is free, enhancing the overall experience of the adventure.
- “Overall it's an enjoyable adventure with an interesting time travel story to save the king, good looking visuals and a pleasant soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is relaxing.”
- “The art, music, and story are so beautiful I don't understand how and why this game is free.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be minimal and well-balanced, with many noting that while some leveling is necessary, it does not feel excessive or tedious. The combat is enjoyable and straightforward, contributing to a fun experience without the need for extensive grinding. The game's short and linear structure further reduces the need for grinding, making it accessible and easy to complete.
- “This is a short little game that can be finished quickly, but it involves a lot of grinding.”
- “Lastly, there is no need for infinite grinding.”
- “The English translation is good, the combat and gameplay, while stripped to their bare minimum, are quite enjoyable, and while there is minimal grinding, it's balanced out by the simplicity of combat.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is considered forgettable, leading to a lack of replay value for players.
- “The story is forgettable and does not have any replay value.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying feels like a chore rather than an adventure.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a well-balanced blend of witty dialogues and courageous themes, making it an entertaining experience for players.
- “The dialogues have a good mix of humor and courage, definitely entertaining.”
- “The witty banter between characters kept me laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is generally lacking, with some players finding the story unengaging and leading to feelings of impatience.