- May 16, 2024
- Drop Rate Studio
- 85h median play time
Wantless : Solace at World’s End
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About
In "Wantless: Solace at World's End," take on the role of Eiris, a Transposer who enters patients' minds to alleviate their suffering. Engage in challenging tactical combat as you navigate the ghost metropolis and uncover patients' stories in this fast-paced turn-based RPG. Be cautious, as every action you take grants action points to your enemies, leading to a potentially dangerous feedback loop.











- The game features a unique and deep skill crafting system that allows for extensive customization of abilities, enhancing the tactical gameplay experience.
- The atmosphere and narrative are engaging, with a compelling dystopian theme that encourages players to explore the psychological aspects of the characters.
- Combat mechanics are challenging yet rewarding, with a dynamic action point system that adds strategic depth to encounters.
- The game can feel grindy, especially in the mid to late game, requiring players to farm for levels and items to progress.
- Some players find the early game difficulty spikes frustrating, which may deter new players from continuing.
- There are several quality of life issues, such as a lack of manual save options during runs and some mechanics that are poorly explained.
story
158 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story in "Wantless" is set in a post-apocalyptic world and follows a fairly linear path, featuring a mix of strategic gameplay and engaging narrative elements. While some players find the story decent but not groundbreaking, others appreciate its unique themes and emotional depth, particularly in how it intertwines with gameplay mechanics. The game offers substantial post-story content, enhancing replayability and allowing for further exploration of its intriguing world and characters.
“With its stunning visuals, atmospheric soundtrack, and high replayability, Wantless is a must-play for fans of strategy games and compelling storytelling alike.”
“The storyline is thoughtfully woven into the gameplay, creating an emotional connection that adds weight to every decision made throughout the journey.”
“There have been similar ideas explored but I've never seen it done in this format, and I love the intrigue and how many of the story threads are left open either for player interpretation or for later sections of the game yet to be revealed and released.”
“The story is not that long and it really depends on how much you are going to spend tweaking all your stuff.”
“But, the story sucks and the progression doesn't favor exploring mechanics early.”
“- the story is okay, but you cannot ever choose anything differently; the protagonist's actions and reactions are set.”