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Xploquest

83%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
87% User Score Based on 46 reviews

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Xloquest is a little retro RPG game and is perfect for a break between two big games sessions.

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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Xploquest is a free game that offers a surprisingly enjoyable experience with around 4-8 hours of gameplay, making it a great value.
  • The game successfully distills RPG mechanics to their essence, providing a straightforward progression system that can be satisfying for players who enjoy classic RPGs.
  • Despite its simplicity and basic graphics, the game features an automatic save system and a lack of bugs, enhancing the overall user experience.
  • The combat system lacks depth and strategy, often reducing gameplay to simple clicking with minimal player engagement.
  • Graphics are considered lackluster and outdated, with no widescreen support, which may deter players looking for a more polished visual experience.
  • Some players find the game overly simplistic and lacking in narrative or character development, making it less appealing for those who prefer richer storytelling in RPGs.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a traditional narrative, focusing instead on simple exploration and task completion, with an emphasis on character progression. Players engage in procedurally generated quests, primarily involving travel and combat, but those seeking a rich story or character development will be disappointed. Overall, the storytelling aspect is minimal, serving merely as a backdrop for gameplay mechanics.

    • “The game also has an extensive and elaborate quest system, which appears to be procedurally generated.”
    • “There are travel quests which ask you to go to a city, and there are combat quests which ask you to go somewhere and kill something.”
    • “Don't bother if you care about storytelling, character development, or even gameplay balance; this is an RPG boiled down to its very core element, which is character (power) progression.”
    • “This is a casual RPG game without any fancy bells and whistles such as plot or dialogue.”
    • “There's no story, you just explore, do simple tasks and fight.”
    • “Don't bother if you care about storytelling, character development or even gameplay balance; this is an RPG boiled down to its very core element, which is character (power) progression.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered around classic RPG mechanics, including open-world exploration, monster battles, dungeon crawling, and character progression through leveling up and acquiring equipment. While it excels in these core elements, it lacks depth in storytelling and character development, making it a straightforward experience focused primarily on power progression. Overall, players can expect a solid, if simplistic, RPG experience.

    • “Gameplay consists of exploring an open world map, fighting monsters, exploring dungeons, leveling up, going back to town, and buying equipment and potions.”
    • “Don't bother if you care about storytelling, character development, or even gameplay balance; this is an RPG boiled down to its very core element, which is character (power) progression.”
    • “Better gameplay than other RPGs...”
    • “Don't bother if you care about storytelling, character development or even gameplay balance; this is an RPG boiled down to its very core element, which is character (power) progression.”
    • “Gameplay consists of exploring an open world map, fighting monsters, 'exploring' dungeons, going up levels, going back to town and buying equipment and potions and so on.”
    • “9 MB on hard drive = 8 hours of gameplay!”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are characterized by retro pixel art that many users find lackluster and reminiscent of placeholder designs, leading to a perception of plainness. While the visuals may not appeal to everyone, some players appreciate the simplicity, especially considering the game is free. Overall, the graphics are deemed rudimentary but acceptable for those willing to overlook them.

    • “The game looks very plain, but I found it to be decent enough. Ignoring the visuals, the game won't be for everyone, but if you can handle rudimentary visuals in a completely free RPG, you should check this out.”
    • “The retro pixel 2D graphics are lackluster and feel like they're just placeholders or 'it'll do' attempts.”
    • “The game looks very plain, but I found it to be decent enough, ignoring the visuals. The game won't be for everyone, but if you can handle rudimentary visuals in a completely free RPG, you should check this out.”
    • “Skyrim even has 3D graphics.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second playthrough or additional time investment to fully progress or achieve desired outcomes.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in this RPG is minimal, focusing primarily on power progression rather than storytelling or meaningful character arcs. Players seeking depth in character relationships or narrative will likely be disappointed, as the game prioritizes core mechanics over development.

    • “Don't bother if you care about storytelling, character development, or even gameplay balance; this is an RPG boiled down to its very core element, which is character (power) progression.”

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7h Median play time
6h Average play time
4-8h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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