Winds Rhapsody

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Winds Rhapsody is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Ocean's Dream and was released on August 23, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Winds Rhapsody is a sample RPG made in RPG Maker MZ by Ocean's Dream.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating atmosphere with stunning graphics and a melodic soundtrack that enhances the fantasy experience.
The combat system, while real-time, offers a unique mechanic where players can learn new skills from defeated enemies, adding depth to the gameplay.
Winds Rhapsody presents an engaging story with interesting characters and moral choices that impact the narrative, making it a memorable RPG experience.

The combat can become repetitive and lacks strategic variety, often encouraging players to stick to one effective strategy rather than experimenting.
The game feels short and somewhat incomplete, leaving players wanting more in terms of story and gameplay depth.
Navigating through tight spaces with high enemy density leads to unavoidable battles, which can become frustrating and detract from the overall enjoyment.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is primarily a prologue, providing a brief introduction to the characters Joyanne and Sonie, and hints at a larger narrative yet to be explored. While the environmental storytelling is commendable, many players feel the overall story is too short and leaves them wanting more, despite enjoying the game's mechanics and setting. Overall, it serves as a solid foundation for potential future developments in the narrative.
- “Also, the environmental storytelling is quite well done, such as the house of an author being littered with scripts and wine bottles.”
- “Good story hook; I would like to see more come of it.”
- “This is a fun JRPG short story that has solid turn-based combat and some great animations in an interesting steampunk machines and airships setting.”
- “Given that this is a sample game, it makes sense that the story is more of a prologue and offers only a small glimpse into the world and the characters of Joyanne and Sonie.”
- “I think that the story is fine, but it implies that there is a lot more game than there actually is.”
- “Really solid game, would love to see a continuation on it; the story leaves a lot to be desired.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their cohesive steampunk aesthetic, featuring beautiful artwork and larger visuals compared to typical RPG Maker games. While some elements appear to be standard assets, the overall design is considered appealing and well-executed.
- “From the characters and enemies to the buildings and tiles, everything looks cohesive within the simple steampunk aesthetic of the setting.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the soundtrack, although seemingly unoriginal, is very pleasant!”
- “It has nice graphics and larger graphics than other RPG Maker games.”
- “The asset library looks custom, and while some intro graphics are well-designed, almost everything else appears to be drop-and-play.”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of a tiny RPG Maker game, but they lack the polish and detail expected from modern titles.”
- “From the characters and enemies to the buildings and tiles, everything looks cohesive within the simple steampunk aesthetic, but it feels overly simplistic.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, fitting the setting and enhancing the experience, particularly with the mechanical enemies. While some find the soundtrack somewhat unoriginal, it is described as pleasant and complements the game's beautiful graphics and artwork. Overall, the music is considered decent, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere.
- “The music is decent as well and fits nicely with the setting, particularly the machines that comprise the majority of the enemies.”
- “The graphics are also beautiful, and the soundtrack, although seemingly unoriginal, is very pleasant!”
- “I also really liked the sprite work, especially in combat, and the music was nice.”
- “The music is just okay.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and becomes repetitive quickly.”
- “The audio quality feels subpar and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as standard for a JRPG, with solid mechanics and a compelling story, but it lacks guidance for newcomers, requiring players to figure things out on their own. The game can be completed in just a few hours.
- “The gameplay and mechanics are pretty standard for a JRPG, but players with no experience in the genre should be aware that the game doesn't provide much guidance, so you'll have to figure things out on your own.”
- “It only takes a few hours to beat, but it feels like there is a good story and solid mechanics.”
- “The gameplay and mechanics are otherwise pretty standard for a JRPG, but players with no experience in JRPGs should be aware that the game doesn't provide much guidance, so you'll just have to guess.”
- “The combat system feels clunky and unresponsive, making battles more frustrating than enjoyable.”
- “Leveling up feels tedious and the progression system lacks depth, leading to a repetitive experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find grinding in the game engaging, as it adds excitement to farming battles, particularly when seeking specific skills like the bio blast.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which really takes away from the enjoyment.”
- “The amount of time required to level up is frustrating and feels like a chore rather than fun.”