Vendir: Plague of Lies

"Vendir: Plague of Lies" is a single-player Fantasy RPG with a deep, intriguing story and classic party-based combat. Explore a richly detailed world with a history and atmosphere that come alive through its characters and their struggles. Despite some bugs and grinding, as well as annoying ads, the game offers hilarious moments and outstanding visuals for an engaging experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 340 reviews

story77 positive mentions

monetization17 negative mentions

The art style and graphics are visually appealing, creating an immersive dark fantasy atmosphere.
The gameplay features a fun turn-based combat system with a huge skill tree, allowing for diverse character builds and strategies.
The storytelling is engaging, with well-written dialogue and memorable NPC interactions that add depth to the game.

The game suffers from significant lag and long loading times, especially during transitions between combat and exploration.
Enemy scaling can be frustrating, as enemies often become disproportionately stronger, making early gameplay challenging and discouraging.
There are issues with saving progress, as players have reported losing their game data after exiting, which can be frustrating.

story
217 mentions
35 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging narrative, humor, and well-crafted dialogue, providing a nostalgic old-school RPG experience. However, many players express disappointment over the main quest's brevity and the presence of unresolved plot points, leading to a desire for more content and expansion in future updates. While the quests are entertaining and varied, some players find the quest structure confusing and the pacing uneven, with a mix of enjoyable and tedious elements throughout the gameplay.
- “The story is excellent, there is a ton of humor and the quests are fun.”
- “This game has everything: an immersive map, enticing storyline, hilarious dialogues, fun turn-based combat, and fantastic replayability.”
- “The dialogue is funny, the story is engaging, and it provides enough challenge that you don't grow bored.”
- “I'm a big fan of the aesthetic, but it feels like the creators were holding back on the story.”
- “Finishing the game, I really wish that you could expand the story more because of all the plot holes.”
- “Main quest was incredibly short and there is nothing to do after the main quest is over.”
gameplay
47 mentions
55 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring engaging turn-based combat, a diverse skill tree, and a mix of humor and tactical elements that enhance the experience. However, players have noted issues such as a steep difficulty curve, long loading times, and occasional bugs that disrupt gameplay. Overall, while the mechanics are solid and enjoyable, there are calls for improvements in optimization and complexity to elevate the experience further.
- “Gameplay and turn-based combat are fun, with a huge skill tree and many different build options.”
- “The level-up and class systems are fun and dynamic to explore; combat is engaging, and I really love the focus mechanic.”
- “Great gameplay and storyline.”
- “The gameplay is too simple and repetitive throughout the whole game; I'm just pretty much running around defeating enemies for gold and doing quests.”
- “The gameplay has way too many complicated side quests that get a bit overwhelming, and I have no idea after playing for an hour what the main quest is.”
- “The overall gameplay experience is actually surprisingly good, but it's held back from its poor optimization.”
humor
46 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely hilarious and well-integrated into the story, while others criticize it as immature or overly forced. Many appreciate the dark and quirky humor that complements the game's setting, alongside witty dialogue and entertaining quests. However, there are notable complaints about cringe-worthy moments and inconsistent quality in the comedic writing.
- “Hilariously self-aware, bad dialogue, and tons of quests.”
- “Interesting world/lore with a wonderful blend of dark fantasy and hilarious dark humor.”
- “The story is excellent, there is a ton of humor and the quests are fun.”
graphics
40 mentions
43 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the dark fantasy aesthetic and old-school RPG style, noting that the visuals are well-crafted and immersive. However, some users pointed out issues such as low-end graphics, lack of customization options, and occasional lag, suggesting that while the art style is appealing, there is room for improvement in performance and graphical settings. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good but could benefit from optimization and more diverse options for players.
- “Excellently crafted old school RPG, including the story (with humor), party dynamic, interesting and merging classes/skill trees, combat system, and graphics.”
- “Good graphics with good color contrast, I love the dark atmosphere of it.”
- “Art style is awesome and I love how unique the world is!”
- “The graphics are low-end but sufficient.”
- “One being the darkness of the visuals, this is probably intentional but for me it just makes the game a bit dreary and it can be hard to spot people or points of interest, even with my phone's brightness turned all the way up.”
- “The major problem is just graphics and it's too much lagging, other than that it's good.”
monetization
33 mentions
15 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
52 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is largely praised for being non-intrusive, with no forced ads and optional rewards for watching them. Players appreciate that in-game purchases are not necessary to enjoy the game fully, although some express concerns about the pricing of certain items. Overall, the game offers a generous experience without aggressive monetization tactics, allowing players to progress without spending money.
- “No cash grabs, all ads are rewarded and optional, no store promotions and definitely not pay to win.”
- “The game itself is very large and has more to do than I expected; it's simple but works really well, with no ads or pay to play, which is amazing!”
- “Options for purchase are reasonably priced, and no ads interrupt you.”
- “I was initially disappointed with the monetization plan (buying credits to open some loot chests).”
- “In-game purchases are way too expensive, encounters can be annoying, and some parts of quests are incredibly hard to locate, forcing me to abandon them.”
- “Monetization is also on the higher side.”
grinding
24 mentions
13 % positive mentions
-8 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be tedious and slow, particularly in the early stages, with many players finding it necessary to grind for levels to progress effectively. While some appreciate the grinding as a typical RPG element, others criticize it for being overly time-consuming and frustrating, especially when facing significantly stronger enemies. Overall, the grinding experience varies, with some players enjoying the challenge while others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Battles require some thought but not tedious micromanagement.”
- “The grind feels rewarding, as each level brings a sense of accomplishment.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances grinding with engaging gameplay mechanics.”
- “But the battles are also tedious, slow due to how focus and resistance work, and character building is genuinely unfun. Crafting is easily the worst aspect.”
- “The enemies are usually way stronger than you, so anything short of grinding for levels will leave you in danger of being demolished fairly easily.”
- “I lost interest when I had to hand over decent gear, waste 200 gold on rather useless information that would have been easily obtainable through gossip, and the finale stake through the heart of my interest was a practically unwinnable fight unless you spend hours grinding levels.”
optimization
14 mentions
21 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with users reporting issues such as overheating devices, stuttering during zone transitions, and frequent frame rate drops. Many players express a desire for improved performance and graphics settings, noting that while the gameplay and story are enjoyable, the optimization problems detract from the overall experience. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires further optimization to enhance stability and performance.
- “In short, Vendir needs more optimization, but I love the effort that went into the game.”
- “Overall the game is good; keep it up and do some optimization since I experience casual crashing of the game. Maybe add graphics settings.”
- “The overall gameplay experience is actually surprisingly good, but it's held back by its poor optimization.”
- “Only point I'd like to say is that it heats up my phone pretty much as soon as I start the game, has some stuttering when changing from zones, maybe increase this performance?”
- “Love the quests and story so far, but the performance issues made me uninstall unfortunately.”
- “This game is great, reminds me of Baldur's Gate. I love how many options there are for the player to choose, but there's one problem I really want fixed: this game is poorly optimized. It lags out of combat every time and it's hard to get a stable frame rate. My device is very good at handling games; hopefully this will be fixed and I'll update it to 5 stars.”
stability
10 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, lag, and freezing, particularly during loading sequences and combat. Players have reported choppy gameplay and occasional crashes, especially when entering towns, although save functionality appears to be reliable. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability problems detract from the experience.
- “The only real detriments were that the game is quite buggy and the later skill tree options were not worth getting.”
- “My one complaint is that it gets laggy and freezes up a lot.”
- “Sometimes gameplay becomes choppy, or freezes for a while, notably during loading areas and getting in and out of combat sequences.”
music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its fittingness and contribution to the overall atmosphere, with many users expressing a strong affection for the soundtrack. It enhances the gaming experience, complementing the challenging combat and extensive character building. However, some players suggest improvements, such as separating ambient sounds from the music.
- “And I absolutely love the music!”
- “The soundtrack is nice.”
- “Music contributes greatly to the atmosphere.”
- “Some things I'd like to be changed are: separate ambient sounds from music.”
- “The music does not stand out and feels repetitive.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and becomes monotonous over time.”
replayability
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability due to its immersive map, engaging storyline, and the ability to experiment with different skill trees and combos. While some players feel it lacks replay value, many others find it enjoyable enough to revisit multiple times, thanks to its old-school RPG style and interesting characters.
- “This game has everything: an immersive map, enticing storyline, hilarious dialogues, fun turn-based combat, and fantastic replayability.”
- “Vendir is more enjoyable and replayable than most other games of the same genre.”
- “Has replay value, since you can try out different skill tree lines and combos.”
- “Lastly, I don't see much replay value.”
- “Has replay value, since you can try out different skill tree lines/combos.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive graphics, effective color contrast, and dark ambiance, which are enhanced by a compelling soundtrack. Players appreciate the engaging mechanics, build diversity, and entertaining story dialogue, all contributing to a captivating overall experience.
- “Good graphics with good color contrast; I love the dark atmosphere of it.”
- “Music contributes greatly to the atmosphere.”
- “I love the atmosphere, and the mechanics are simple yet entertaining enough to make the brain think.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the emotional depth of the game, particularly through meaningful interactions with NPCs like Rothko, which evoke a sense of warmth and connection. The presence of well-developed characters and touching moments enhances the overall experience, although some feel the story could benefit from further complexity. Overall, the game successfully fosters a range of emotions, making exploration and choices feel impactful.
- “I have just talked to an NPC named Rothko, and it was one of the most wholesome conversations I have ever heard in a video game.”
- “You'll meet great characters and have some very touching moments in the game.”
- “I had so much fun just exploring and having so many choices to choose from; it really made me feel like if I played it again, I would experience a completely different game.”
character development
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Character development is highly praised for its depth and humor, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game. While the character designs and models are appreciated, some players feel they could be simplified for smoother gameplay. Overall, the combination of engaging quests and dialogue enhances the character development experience.
- “The character development is excellent, the equipment system is excellent, and combat is very good.”
- “It's got humor and good character development.”
- “If it's not the character development and exploration, then it's the quests and dialogue... I've never laughed so much in my life.”
- “I appreciate the 3D models, but character designs could be simplified, as well as structures to achieve smoother gameplay.”