Swordia

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Swordia is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Affliction Networks LLC and was released on October 6, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

A community driven an adventure MMORPG. We threw aside the traditional mmo and made it for gamers by gamers. The goal is to bring a classic feeling MMORPG to the scene while still using modern technology.

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

music3 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic, old-school feel that appeals to fans of retro-style games and MMOs.
The developers are active and responsive, addressing player feedback and making improvements quickly.
The community is friendly and welcoming, creating a positive environment for new players.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including lag, server downtime, and lack of a tutorial, making it difficult to play.
Many players find the gameplay clunky and confusing, with unclear mechanics and repetitive enemy designs.
The game appears to be in development hell, with a lack of clear direction and a history of being unfinished.

music
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The music in the game is described as unsettling and eerie, contributing to a creepy atmosphere.
- “The music is unsettling and gives off a creepy vibe.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The audio design lacks variety, making the music repetitive and dull.”
grinding
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Players note that the game incorporates classic retro RPG and MMORPG elements, emphasizing grinding through repetitive tasks like questing and defeating numerous enemies, such as "killing 10 rats." This design choice appeals to fans of the genre but may feel monotonous to others.
- “The gameplay heavily relies on traditional retro RPG/MMORPG activities like grinding, which can feel repetitive and tedious.”
- “Grinding for hours just to level up feels more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “The constant need to kill the same enemies over and over again for minimal rewards makes the grinding experience frustrating.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is centered around classic retro RPG and MMORPG elements, emphasizing traditional activities like grinding, questing, and completing tasks such as defeating a set number of enemies.
- “Gameplay is designed to include classic retro RPG and MMORPG elements like grinding, questing, and completing tasks such as killing 10 rats.”
- “The gameplay captures the essence of traditional RPG mechanics, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.”
- “Players can immerse themselves in a variety of engaging activities, from questing to battling, reminiscent of classic RPG adventures.”
- “Gameplay is intended to feature traditional retro RPG/MMORPG activities such as grinding, questing, and killing 10 rats, which feels repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The gameplay lacks innovation and relies heavily on outdated mechanics that make it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- “While the game aims to capture the essence of classic RPGs, the execution falls flat, leading to a tedious and unengaging gameplay experience.”
graphics
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The graphics are characterized by a deliberate choice to utilize outdated retro pixel art, which some users feel serves as a substitute for modern PC graphics.
- “A choice was made to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making the game visually unappealing.”