Vagabond

80%
Game Brain Score Based on 49 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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"Vagabond is a fantasy role-playing game that allows for 2-player co-op or single-player action. With procedurally generated worlds and various biomes, players must forge their own destiny and become a treasure hunter, blacksmith, or benefactor. The game also includes character customization and interactions with hundreds of NPCs in cities."

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game has a solid foundation and shows great potential for future updates and improvements.
  • The atmosphere and graphics are enjoyable, contributing to an immersive experience.
  • The developer is responsive to community feedback and actively works on updates, making the game feel like a labor of love.
  • The game currently lacks content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay and quests.
  • Combat and user interface issues detract from the overall experience, making it feel clunky and unpolished.
  • The pricing feels steep for the amount of content available, especially compared to other completed games.
  • story13 mentions

    The game's story is characterized by a mix of detailed quest systems and engaging lore, but it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of variety in quests and enemies. While some players appreciate the well-written narrative and the potential for future content, many find the main story bland and the quest mechanics frustrating, particularly due to resource limitations and simplistic combat. Overall, the game shows promise but requires significant improvements to enhance the storytelling experience.

    • “I love the detailed quest system and how the main quests are so interesting and detailed, and how the lore is well written with proper English grammar.”
    • “I played the demo and the added main quest really makes this game worth the $15. Also, he has a lot more he wants to add to the game, so throwing a little support towards a single dev is definitely worth it.”
    • “Love the 2D RPG feel of the game. Storylines are easy to follow, and I enjoy the farming and combat. All around, I love the game and can't wait for more things to be added.”
    • “The mission has a long travel ahead and it becomes plain boring since there aren't many things to explore.”
    • “So I went to this other town and tried to complete the quest, only to find out I'd never been given linen threads to deliver, nor did the person offering me the quest offer to sell me any, which wouldn't have helped anyway since I have zero gold because monsters don't carry any and I can't sell anything.”
    • “Game has potential but lacking on quest variety, enemy variety, and so many aspects.”
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics are generally well-received, with users appreciating the friendly 2D art style and its contribution to a relaxing atmosphere. While some may initially overlook the 2D visuals, many find them charming and fitting for the game's delightful quests and engaging crafting system. Overall, the graphics enhance the game's enjoyable and humorous adventures.

    • “Friendly graphics and nice relaxing music.”
    • “This game is delightful, with captivating quests, pretty graphics, funny adventures, and just the right amount of complexity.”
    • “The graphics look nice and the crafting system is fun.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and look flat, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • music5 mentions

    The game's music is generally praised for its relaxing and enjoyable quality, with notable variations that enhance the experience when transitioning between different areas. However, some players find the soundtrack can become repetitive if they stay in the same location for too long. Overall, the music is well-executed and adds to the game's atmosphere.

    • “Friendly graphics and nice relaxing music.”
    • “I love the background music for the game and how entering a different city or a cave will change the music you hear!”
    • “It's very well done and the music is quite pleasing to listen to as well!”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; some appreciate the freedom to take resources without the need for farming, likening it to Minecraft, while others enjoy the skill grinding aspect, finding it engaging and well-integrated into the gameplay. Overall, the grinding elements are generally seen as enjoyable and not tedious, contributing positively to the 2D RPG experience.

    • “There's no reason to learn farming or anything like that because I can just walk into towns and take what I like, as though they're villages in Minecraft.”
    • “Nice 2D RPG with a good amount to do and skill grinding if you like that stuff.”
    • “No, in Vagabond, it's quite nice and actually makes sense and doesn't feel tedious at all.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    Gameplay experiences are mixed, with some players enjoying an engaging start that leads to extended playtime, while others find issues such as difficult-to-read text and confusing health regeneration mechanics that disrupt the overall experience.

    • “That first five minutes definitely hooked me, and now I have over five hours of gameplay in less than 24 hours from the time I bought the game.”
    • “This oversight disrupts gameplay, forcing players to squint or lean in to decipher the text.”
    • “Also, the regeneration of HP is confusing, along with other details regarding game mechanics.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally smooth and responsive, with the developer actively addressing issues. However, some users feel that the price does not align with the current content and performance, indicating that there is significant room for improvement.

    • “The developer is very responsive, and what is here runs smoothly, so to me, it's worth supporting.”
    • “With its current state, it is playable and enjoyable, but the price/performance ratio doesn't match the content; there is plenty of room for the game to be improved.”
    • “The game is overpriced and does not match the price/performance ratio in my country; there are many other completed games available for a cheaper price.”
    • “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “I experienced significant lag and long loading times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by lively NPCs that create a vibrant world, while the presence of brutal guards adds a sense of tension and realism, contributing to an engaging overall experience.

    • “The NPCs living their lives create a captivating atmosphere in the game, enhanced by the presence of brutal guards who can arrest you for committing crimes.”
    • “It has a nice atmosphere.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The game's humor is highlighted as delightful and engaging, featuring funny adventures that enhance the captivating quests and overall experience. Players appreciate the balance of humor with complexity, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere.

    • “This game is delightful, with captivating quests, pretty graphics, funny adventures, and just the right amount of complexity.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the crafting elements of the game to be emotionally fulfilling, describing activities like enchanting, alchemy, and smithing as wholesome experiences that enhance their connection to the game world.

    • “Crafting feels wholesome, with enchanting, alchemy, and smithing all contributing to a deep sense of satisfaction.”
    • “The emotional connection I felt while crafting was truly special, making each item feel like a personal achievement.”
    • “Engaging in crafting activities brought a sense of joy and fulfillment that enhanced my overall gaming experience.”
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