Urja
- January 9, 2015
- Breaking Fourth
Get on SteamUrja is a fast-paced, challenging first-person shooter where you must destroy entities in 12 beautiful worlds using stealth and strategy. Entities can discharge energy and transfer into higher ranking entities for increased power, while you attempt to climb global leaderboards and win real-life prizes. Inspired by chess, each entity has unique abilities, adding depth and strategy to the gameplay.
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Reviews
- The game has a unique and interesting concept that combines FPS mechanics with chess elements.
- It offers a challenging experience that can be rewarding for players who enjoy difficult gameplay.
- The minimalist graphics and sound design are appreciated by some players for their sleek and clean aesthetic.
- The AI is overly difficult and often punishes players harshly, making the game frustrating and unbalanced.
- There is a lack of clear instructions or tutorials, leaving players confused about objectives and gameplay mechanics.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a quick sense of boredom.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that are easy to grasp but challenging to master, leading to a sense of repetitiveness and limited longevity. While some players appreciate the original concepts and interesting mechanics, others criticize the lack of depth and connection to chess, suggesting that the experience may not justify the cost compared to other available games. Overall, the gameplay elicits mixed reactions, with some finding it engaging and others deeming it lacking.
“Simple concepts and simple gameplay but hard to master.”
“Urja is a hard game with some interesting mechanics.”
“Interesting new FPS gameplay.”
“It has an original concept, but the gameplay is repetitive and doesn't provide any gaming longevity.”
“The gameplay consists of wandering around various pieces of concept art, some of which span out on an apparently infinite plane, and waiting for pieces to isolate themselves so you can stunlock them to death before another one joins the party.”
“If this is how the game is providing social commentary, it does so at a huge expense of the gameplay experience.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with players noting that there is no narrative to engage with, making the experience feel lacking and unworthy of its price. Additionally, the gameplay is described as difficult and frustrating, further detracting from any potential enjoyment.
“The game doesn't justify its price; there's no story, and the gameplay is frustrating.”
“Once you start the game, you're just thrown in with no story or multiplayer options.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized as chill, creating a relaxed and soothing atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience. Players appreciate how the calming soundtracks complement the gameplay, making it enjoyable and immersive.
“The chill music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, creating a relaxing experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack enhances the emotional depth of the game.”
“The diverse range of music keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as sparse yet sleek and clean, evoking a minimalist aesthetic that some players appreciate for its elegance, akin to the simplicity of chess.
“I quite like the sparse graphics and sound; while many might consider them lame, I find them sleek and clean, not unlike chess itself.”
