Zenith

57%
Game Brain Score Based on 331 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • music
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To sum up, Zenith is a game that everyone should give a go. It's charming, funny and just well made in general. Don't let the classic RPG setting fool you, Zenith is one for the books.
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"Zenith" is a single-player Fantasy RPG with a humorous twist, where players unravel an intriguing story as Argus Windell, a retired Arcanologist who, after unleashing an apocalypse, seeks to prevent any further catastrophes. Messing with dangerous ancient artifacts has its consequences, and in Zenith, these consequences can drastically reshape the world, sometimes in the form of tentacled monstrosities. Overall, Zenith provides an exciting and witty journey in a richly detailed fantasy world.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

57%
Audience ScoreBased on 331 reviews
humor214 positive mentions
music31 negative mentions
  • The game features funny writing and humor that resonates well with fans of RPGs and pop culture references.
  • The story is engaging and offers a unique take on traditional RPG tropes, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate satire.
  • Despite its flaws, the game provides a fun experience that can be entertaining for those willing to overlook its shortcomings.
  • The combat mechanics are clunky and unrefined, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • There is a lack of options for audio control, with the music being excessively loud and repetitive.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and a poorly designed user interface, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • humor218 mentions

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, with many players praising its witty writing, clever references, and a mix of slapstick and sarcastic comedy that keeps them laughing throughout. While some found the humor juvenile or hit-or-miss, the overall consensus is that it adds significant enjoyment to the experience, often overshadowing the game's technical flaws. However, opinions vary, with a few reviewers feeling the humor fell flat or was overly crude, indicating that its appeal may depend on personal taste.

    • “The story is good, funny quips throughout.”
    • “You'll force your way through the latest dungeon just for the next bit of hilariously subversive dialogue.”
    • “From the very first few minutes to where I am now at about 5 hours in, I have been laughing nonstop and really enjoying the gameplay as well.”
    • “The story is just mediocre, the so-called humor is not funny and juvenile, and the characters are unappealing and forgettable.”
    • “Sure, but when you can't progress the game because the first boss kills you over and over because you can't get out of the way, well, then it's not funny anymore.”
  • story193 mentions

    The game's story is a standout feature, characterized by humor, clever references, and engaging characters, making it enjoyable despite its linearity and gameplay flaws. Players appreciate the witty dialogue and the blend of serious and comedic tones, though some criticize the execution and depth of the narrative. Overall, the story is deemed charming and compelling enough to outweigh the game's technical shortcomings.

    • “The story is rich and well thought out.”
    • “If you do play it, play it because the story is charming and witty, and mixes serious, silly, and sarcastic together in equal measure, while still telling a decently compelling tale.”
    • “There are character arcs and everything and, for all its rough edges, there is an admirable level of storytelling craft here.”
    • “The story is just mediocre, the so-called humor is not funny and juvenile, and the characters are unappealing and forgettable.”
    • “This game would be marked down solidly at 'incredibly mediocre' if it weren't for a) the truly awful story that tries to have a serious moment without earning any of my attention and b) the fact that people keep giving it good reviews!”
    • “Even the game's greatest aspect, the story and the dialogues, gets sorely bad and forced at times.”
  • music101 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players criticizing its loudness, repetitiveness, and lack of volume control options. While some tracks are described as appropriate and enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by the inability to adjust the sound levels, leading to frustration and distraction from gameplay. Overall, the music is seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the otherwise engaging plot and humor.

    • “The music itself runs the gamut from jaunty tunes that match the lighthearted theme of the game, to orchestral themes, to a few power metal themes for specific parts.”
    • “The game is really funny and the music is absolutely fabulous (and that is the first time I have ever said that about a video game and I have been playing these things since the dawn of video games).”
    • “Gameplay is also solid, art design is beautiful, music is surprisingly high quality and appropriate, the story/world has me interested, and the puzzles are fun.”
    • “The music is repetitive and feels as if it was a public sample.”
    • “It's worth playing solely for the plot and humor; everything else is bad, especially the loud, unregulated music.”
    • “There's no in-game volume controls; the music is terrible, annoying, repetitive, and it would have been great to turn it off.”
  • gameplay94 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its simplicity and clunky mechanics, often comparing it unfavorably to older titles. While the humor and writing are praised, the overall execution of gameplay feels underwhelming, with issues like poor controls and linearity detracting from the experience. Despite these shortcomings, some players find enjoyment in the comedic elements and story, suggesting that the game may appeal more to those seeking laughs than deep gameplay.

    • “Weapons and powers make for easily customizable gameplay (directed magic blast, empowered melee, magic AOE attack, and dodge mechanic).”
    • “Gameplay is also solid, art design is beautiful, music is surprisingly high quality and appropriate, the story/world has me interested, and the puzzles are fun.”
    • “From the very first few minutes to where I am now at about 5 hours in, I have been laughing nonstop and really enjoying the gameplay as well.”
    • “It's got mediocre gameplay and art direction, but the writing is great and the comedy is hilarious.”
    • “I can't stand the gameplay and controls; it's beyond poor.”
    • “Game mechanics are ancient and a pain to play.”
  • graphics58 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players describing them as "terrible" or "horrific," while others find them "decent" or "reasonable" for an indie title. Many note a lack of graphical options and minor bugs, but some appreciate the visuals as adequate for the game's price and context. Overall, expectations should be tempered, as the graphics do not compete with high-budget titles but can still deliver a believable environment.

    • “Wow... the graphics are amazing!!”
    • “Best humor, nice graphics, a good story and amazingly tacky characters to meet and interact with.”
    • “Graphically, the game delivers just enough to make the environment believable.”
    • “The graphics are horrific and the characters will start clipping through the ground while literally nobody is moving in dialogue scenes.”
    • “Mediocre story, bad graphics, crappy sound work, bad controls and worst of all, really bad combat.”
    • “No options whatsoever, no camera adjustment, no volume adjustment, no key mapping, no difficulty choices, not even any graphic options.”
  • stability11 mentions

    The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and technical performance issues that detract from the overall experience. Animations are particularly problematic, and there are significant issues with combat mechanics and user interface. Many reviewers describe the game as feeling unfinished and abandoned, making it difficult for casual gamers to enjoy.

    • “Zenith does a very poor job at being an RPG; the combat is clunky, the grinding is tedious, and the glitches are infinite... it's a total mess.”
    • “But generally it's unfinished, buggy, and abandoned.”
    • “The amount of bugs, glitches, and technical performance issues just can’t be overlooked, especially for a casual gamer.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Reviews indicate that grinding in Zenith is largely viewed as tedious and unfulfilling, with many players finding the combat clunky and the overall experience frustrating. The skill tree offers minimal upgrades, allowing players to max out their abilities without significant grinding or side quests, which some see as a positive, while others criticize the lack of depth. Overall, the game's design leads to a repetitive and unsatisfying grind.

    • “Zenith does a very poor job at being an RPG; the combat is clunky, the grinding is tedious, and the glitches are infinite... it's a total mess.”
    • “You have a 3-branch skill tree offering very bare-bones upgrades, which without grinding or seeking out any side quests, can be pretty much maxed out by the game's end.”
    • “Most of the negative aspects of this game have been covered extensively in other reviews: near-primitive UI, awkward animation, tedious combat, etc. so I'll only add my experience to a few of these points.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    While the game features appealing visuals and generally smooth performance, players have reported significant optimization issues, including numerous bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, particularly for casual gamers.

    • “It runs smoothly and it looks nice.”
    • “The amount of bugs, glitches, and technical performance issues just can’t be overlooked, especially for a casual gamer.”
    • “Optimization is horrendous.”
    • “Optimization is horrendous.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highlighted by its vibrant scenery and colorful stage design, creating a sense of adventure, magic, and romance. While it may lack depth in role-playing elements, players still feel a strong connection to their characters and an engaging narrative that keeps them invested.

    • “It's mostly the scenery and the colorful and atmospheric stage design.”
    • “There may not be much role-playing in this game, but it has that atmosphere you get from playing one - it has adventure, magic, romance, fun, and that good old feeling of caring for your character and being interested in what happens next.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players report a strong emotional experience, highlighting a mix of laughter and tears, with an overall emphasis on humor as the predominant feeling.

    • “I laughed, I cried, I... well, I mostly laughed.”
    • “I laughed, I cried, I... well, I mostly laughed.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Reviewers note that Zenith suffers from shallow combat mechanics and a lack of replay value, which detracts from the overall experience, especially since the game fails to deliver on its promised humor.

    • “All in all, Zenith's shallow combat and lack of replay value would have been easy to ignore if the game had delivered on its promise of humor.”
    • “The game feels like a one-and-done experience; once you've seen everything, there's little incentive to return.”
    • “Despite its interesting premise, the lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
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