Wantless : Solace at World’s End

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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.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

story15 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

The game features a highly customizable skill crafting system that allows players to create unique abilities, enhancing strategic depth and replayability.
The turn-based combat mechanics are innovative, with an action point system that gives enemies as many action points as the player spends, encouraging careful planning and tactical decision-making.
The game has a compelling narrative set in a dark, dystopian world, with a variety of enemy types and a rich atmosphere that keeps players engaged.

The early game can be quite challenging and may deter new players, as it requires a solid understanding of builds and mechanics to progress effectively.
There is a steep learning curve, and the amount of information presented can be overwhelming, making it difficult for players to grasp all the mechanics at once.
Some players have reported issues with grindy gameplay and repetitive elements, particularly in mid to late game, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
69 mentions
22 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The story in "Wantless" is generally described as decent but somewhat linear, set in a post-apocalyptic world with a compelling sci-fi backdrop. While it may not be groundbreaking, players appreciate the intriguing elements and emotional connections woven into the gameplay, especially as they progress into the extensive post-game content that offers additional missions and challenges. Overall, the narrative supports the gameplay loop effectively, though some players desire more freedom and depth in storytelling.
- “The storyline is thoughtfully woven into the gameplay, creating an emotional connection that adds weight to every decision made throughout the journey.”
- “Love the overall story concept behind this game - the environment designs and creature designs are really cool with plenty of variety, also enjoy the turn-based aspect and the crafting abilities.”
- “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 time you are going to spend tweaking all your stuff.”
- “But, the story sucks and the progression doesn't favor exploring mechanics early.”
- “Some story elements are not clear.”
gameplay
66 mentions
41 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a solid turn-based tactical system that allows for extensive customization of character abilities and builds, reminiscent of ARPG mechanics. While some players find the mechanics innovative and engaging, others note a lack of clarity in explanations and a tendency for the gameplay to feel grindy or tedious at times. Overall, the game offers a unique and dynamic experience, particularly for fans of strategic RPGs, with a strong emphasis on experimentation and tactical planning.
- “From a pure gameplay perspective, any enjoyer of tactical and strategic RPGs should absolutely be trying this game out.”
- “The gameplay is focused around the abilities you create for yourself, allowing you to tinker with every aspect of your build freely.”
- “The combat mechanics further elevate the gaming experience, providing a refreshing take on the genre.”
- “Interesting systems and concepts, but taken together, they don't provide exciting gameplay.”
- “Graphics are not very satisfying, gameplay seems a bit tedious and grindy, but it has a lot of interesting mechanics, making character abilities highly customizable for perfectly planned tactical turn-based encounters.”
- “Many missing quality of life features, some gameplay mechanics poorly explained or lacking explanation altogether.”
graphics
20 mentions
55 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cool visuals, beautiful artwork, and unique, dark aesthetic that complements the cyberpunk setting. While some players find the visuals appealing and well-polished, others feel that they cannot fully compensate for gameplay issues or a lackluster story. Overall, the art style is appreciated for its creativity and ability to enhance the game's atmosphere.
- “Good cyberpunk story setting, graphics are cool, innovative gameplay.”
- “Beautiful artwork.”
- “The graphics are cool, the settings seem unique and flavorful.”
- “Graphics are not very satisfying; gameplay seems a bit tedious and grindy, but it has a lot of interesting mechanics, making character abilities highly customizable for perfectly planned tactical turn-based encounters.”
- “In summary, the graphics are good but can't fix a bad story, and the mechanics are fun but can't fix a progression that forces you to stay longer for no other reason than exploring the mechanics.”
- “I should write something about graphics and music, but this game would be still great if written in ASCII and music played on an internal speaker.”
music
9 mentions
56 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its balance and suitability to the overall experience. However, some users note that the main music can become repetitive and may not leave a lasting impression. Overall, while the audio complements the game effectively, it may not stand out as a highlight for all players.
- “Audio effects and music are balanced and quite pleasant to hear.”
- “The art is raw and unique, the music is perfectly suited, and I'm going to be sinking many hours into this.”
- “I should write something about graphics and music, but this game would still be great if written in ASCII and music played on an internal speaker.”
- “Main music can get slightly repetitive.”
- “The quality of the music, environment, conversations, and overall congruency is lacking.”
- “My only real complaint (outside of occasional early access oddities) is that the music doesn't really do too much for me.”
grinding
9 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while it can feel tedious and excessive, especially in the mid to late game, many appreciate the depth it adds to character customization and strategy. The need for grinding to acquire specific skills and gear can be enjoyable for some, but others feel it detracts from replayability and can lead to frustration with minimal incremental improvements. Overall, the balance between enjoyable grinding and tedious repetition varies among players.
- “The game is a bit grindy for progress and I didn't find it highly replayable (but you might!).”
- “The only gripe I have is it can feel a bit grindy mid to late game.”
- “Endless stupid boring grinding for improvements like +2%, +4%.”
replayability
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers a mixed perspective on replayability. While some players find it grindy and not highly replayable, others highlight its extensive late-game content, tactical depth, and innovative power creation system that significantly enhance replay value.
- “It has insane late-game content and replayability.”
- “Great tactical RPG with high replay value and tons of content.”
- “Genius power creation system; tons of replayability there.”
- “The game has some ARPG mechanics that attempt to add replayability, but it ultimately feels lacking.”
- “While the SRPG elements are solid, the replayability factor is minimal and doesn't encourage multiple playthroughs.”
- “Despite the inclusion of some ARPG mechanics, the overall replayability of the game is disappointing.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is frequently compared to that of "Darkest Dungeon," featuring a dark and nightmarish aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the immersive and haunting graphics, which contribute significantly to the game's unsettling ambiance.
- “The game has a nice, Darkest Dungeon-like atmosphere.”
- “I love the nightmarish graphics and overall atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is truly captivating!”
- “The atmosphere is lacking depth and feels uninspired.”
- “The game atmosphere is flat and fails to immerse the player.”
- “While I appreciate the nightmarish graphics, the overall atmosphere feels disconnected.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, users appreciate the concept of the game but report experiencing significant bugs that affect its stability.
- “I really liked the concept, but it seems buggy.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate how the thoughtfully integrated storyline enhances emotional engagement, making each decision feel significant and impactful throughout the game.
- “The storyline is thoughtfully woven into the gameplay, creating an emotional connection that adds weight to every decision made throughout the journey.”
- “The characters are so well-developed that their struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, making every moment feel impactful.”
- “I found myself genuinely moved by the narrative; it’s rare for a game to evoke such strong feelings and empathy for its characters.”