Victim of Xen
- May 21, 2014
- Barnes
Get on SteamIn "Victim of Xen," play as Will, who is turned into a girl by a reckless royal witch. Traverse continents to find a cure while navigating a vast world filled with war, intrigue, and quirky characters. Your journey will uncover a much darker conspiracy - can you reverse the spell and restore Will's true form?
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a charming and quirky sense of humor that adds to the overall enjoyment.
- The story features interesting twists and a unique premise that some players found engaging.
- It's a low-cost game that can provide a fun diversion for a few hours, especially for fans of RPG Maker titles.
- The game suffers from a lack of depth in both story and gameplay, making it feel shallow and incomplete.
- Many players found the combat system unbalanced and the difficulty inconsistent, leading to frustrating experiences.
- The graphics and audio are basic, often relying on standard RPG Maker assets, which detracts from the overall presentation.
- story37 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as a mix of interesting and bizarre elements, often feeling contrived and lacking depth. While some players appreciate its quirky charm and adventure aspects, many criticize the plot as weak and underdeveloped, with unnecessary side quests that detract from the main narrative. Overall, the game presents a unique premise but struggles with execution, leaving players wanting more substantial character development and a clearer storyline.
“The story takes on a true adventure.”
“This game had a really interesting story and I loved it.”
“A decent RPG that is playable to the end, nice plot, twists, and exploring.”
“The story is weak; it really feels like one of those hobby RPG Maker games that you can find for free on the web.”
“The plot does not exist; the combat is nothing interesting, lacking in anything to make it more than a mere chore, something that must be done to simply continue with the farce of a plot.”
“This game lacks a storyline.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and offers a unique "battle ready" mechanic that distinguishes it from other RPG Maker games. Players appreciate the solid value-to-gameplay ratio, rating it around 8/10, though some express concerns about enemy difficulty, which can shift focus from offense to healing during combat.
“A perfect value to gameplay ratio.”
“Gameplay, 8/10; combat is even at early levels and evens out mid-game. My only complaint is that some enemies hit too hard, keeping half your team focused on mending damage rather than causing it.”
“At first, I found the game enjoyable, and I liked the things that set it apart from the glut of RPG Maker games on Steam (specifically, the 'battle ready' mechanic).”
“Decent gameplay”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as simple, soothing, and non-intrusive, making it easy to listen to despite being somewhat repetitive. However, some users express concerns about the originality of the music, suggesting it may be borrowed or of low quality, and recommend playing personal music in the background instead. Overall, the sound effects are considered basic, contributing to a mixed reception of the audio experience.
“Battle and field music is simple and relaxing to listen to.”
“I could go on and on about how the art assets are stolen, most likely the music as well... and how there are much better games on Steam in somewhat similar mold that are free... but all of that has been said, and I'd just never finish!”
“Sounds: 5/10. Basic sound effects; the music is soothing and non-intrusive, making it easy to listen to even if somewhat repetitive. However, it's not too annoying. I would still recommend playing some of your own choice of music in the background. You can turn off the background music by hitting F1 and turning it off.”
“Standard RTP graphics and music.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by standard RPG Maker visuals that evoke nostalgia for many players, reminiscent of childhood gaming experiences. While the visuals are decent, they primarily rely on the basic RTP graphics and music typical of the genre.
“The basic RPG Maker graphics bring back some of my childhood memories.”
“Standard RTP graphics and music.”
“Decent visuals.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, primarily tied to achievements and reminiscent of classic RPGs like Final Fantasy 7. While some players appreciate the depth it adds, others find it repetitive and regretful, suggesting that a demo could have helped potential buyers gauge their interest.
“The only reason why anybody has several hours in this game is for the achievements, most of which are based entirely around grinding.”
“Having played a few hours into the game, I can say that those who enjoy Final Fantasy 7's repetitive grinding and side quests to earn money will get their money's worth. As for myself, I somewhat regret buying it; a demo would have been good.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the impressive character interactions and comedic elements as standout features. Many reviewers consider the humor to be the game's strongest aspect, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment.
“It's made off of the RPG Maker engine, and I've got to say, I'm really impressed with the characters in the game, as well as the humor throughout.”
“The best thing by far about this game is the sense of humor.”
“The best part of this game, though, is the humor.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
While the character designs are praised, there is a notable lack of character development, with players feeling that it is not evident throughout the game. The ability to access unlimited money from the start further diminishes the sense of growth or progression for the characters.
“No character development is obvious.”
