Zoria: Prologue (2020)

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Zoria: Prologue (2020) is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Tiny Trinket Games and was released on April 30, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Full game out now, grab your copy! Zoria Prologue 2020 is an introduction to the classic tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management. You will lead a diverse team through the various lands of an Uram continent and against challenges to countless groups of monsters and bosses. Zoria has now fallen prey to the sheer brutality of the hellspawn that roams its land. …

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 339 reviews

story48 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features a nostalgic old-school RPG vibe with decent tactical combat and exploration.
The atmosphere and visuals are appealing, creating an immersive experience in a grim fantasy world.
It's free to play, making it an accessible option for fans of tactical RPGs.

The UI is clunky and could use significant polish, making navigation and item management frustrating.
Loot and itemization are boring, lacking the satisfying upgrades that players expect in RPGs.
The game feels more like a demo than a complete experience, with many mechanics and features still needing development.

story
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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4%
The story in *Zoria: Age of Shattering* is generally described as a classic setup of a world in turmoil, with players tasked to restore order. While some find the narrative engaging and appreciate its potential, others criticize it for being generic, linear, and lacking depth, with dialogue that can feel bland. Overall, the game shows promise with intriguing elements, but many reviewers express a desire for more character development and clearer quest guidance.
- “The story is intriguing... (what I've read so far)... so I look forward to its release as a finished product.”
- “Beautiful graphics, enthralling story line... I was hooked and actually finished the prologue in one sitting without taking a break... truly a fun game to play.”
- “It is a detailed game with a lot of thought and effort put into making an understandable storyline with plenty of side quests that are simple and easy to complete while going about your main mission.”
- “The story setup is your typical 'world is falling apart, go fix it' kind of deal.”
- “The story unfortunately is a bit of a snoozer for me; I don't enjoy 'we're soldiers in war' type stories, and the dialogue itself is generic and boring.”
- “The lore, story, and quests all feel like I've read them somewhere else; it's really cliché so far.”
graphics
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
49%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the colorful and charming art style reminiscent of classic RPGs, while others criticize them as dated and unpolished. Many users find the visuals adequate for gameplay, noting that they complement the overall experience without overwhelming the system requirements. Overall, the graphics are described as solid but not groundbreaking, appealing to those who prioritize gameplay over high-end visuals.
- “Beautiful graphics, enthralling storyline... I was hooked and actually finished the prologue in one sitting without taking a break... truly a fun game to play.”
- “Great sense of exploration, lovely visuals and believable environment.”
- “The prologue was quite enjoyable, great atmosphere, strong Divinity 2 vibes, very polished visuals.”
- “If you can get past the bad graphics and painfully bad UI, you might be able to enjoy it, but it's definitely a very niche game.”
- “Average graphics, boring dialogs, ordinary RPG and combat system.”
- “Many issues, like poor graphics, not much of a skill tree, no crafting yet, very little content, final boss fight almost impossible... just to name a few.”
gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of *Zoria: Age of Shattering* features classic isometric tactical RPG mechanics, with a mix of turn-based combat that is generally smooth and intuitive, though some players find it simplistic and lacking in depth. While the atmosphere and character progression are appreciated, there are criticisms regarding clunky UI elements, camera issues, and a need for clearer mechanics. Overall, the game shows potential, especially for fans of the genre, but may require further refinement before its full release.
- “The core gameplay is what you’d expect from a tactical RPG.”
- “The gameplay is decent, the atmosphere is solid, and if you’re into tactical RPGs, you’ll probably find something to like here.”
- “Gameplay is very intuitive and flows nicely mainly due to the flawless pathfinding of the point-and-click movement of the party, the functional camera, and a good UI, which features plenty of tooltips.”
- “I very much dislike the mechanic of having to build focus before you can use most of your skills.”
- “A bit too simple mechanics, some UI issues with camera, visibility, and being able to move the pointer to where you want it.”
- “The gameplay isn't great, nor is the performance - even set on low settings, the game stutters like crazy and after the first few levels, you quickly realize one major thing about the combat.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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21%
The music in the game is generally described as fitting the mood and setting, with variations in tempo that align with different gameplay scenarios. While some players find it repetitive or weak, others appreciate its ability to enhance the atmosphere, noting that it can sometimes overshadow other elements. Overall, the soundtrack is considered adequate, contributing positively to the gaming experience despite some mixed opinions.
- “The music captures the mood.”
- “The music is appropriate for the setting of each location.”
- “Great music soundtrack...peaceful at times...tried this game to get away from my essential workplace.”
- “Music: 5/10”
- “Graphics are fine, music a little repetitive and weak, but that is just my opinion.”
- “No voice acting and rancorous music that demands your attention rather than falls into the background like normal games.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its bleak yet engaging quality, enhanced by solid visuals and sound design. Players appreciate the atmospheric environments, both in the outside world and dungeons, which contribute to an immersive experience, despite some minor gameplay issues like camera control. Overall, the game's charm and atmospheric depth resonate well with fans of tactical RPGs.
- “The real draw is the atmosphere.”
- “I loved the atmosphere, and the sound quality.”
- “The prologue was quite enjoyable, great atmosphere, strong Divinity 2 vibes, very polished visuals.”
- “The camera is a little wonky; I would prefer to zoom out and tilt down more to better see where I am going, but it works and adds atmosphere.”
- “That all being said, the atmosphere and charm of the game is there.”
- “The gameplay is decent, the atmosphere is solid, and if you’re into tactical RPGs, you’ll probably find something to like here.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally described as simple and user-friendly, making it accessible for players. However, some users feel that the system lacks clarity, leading to confusion about optimal point allocation, which can result in unbalanced character performance during combat.
- “The character graphics are similar to Warcraft, and the character/map interaction is reminiscent of Diablo (but without being as dark or graphic). The combat is initiative-based and easy to use once you get accustomed to it, and the character development is simple and user-friendly.”
- “Simple character development.”
- “Character development and leveling are key aspects of the game.”
- “Maybe I chose poorly on character development, but the boss pretty much two-shots my main character and one-shots two companions, leaving me with a tank that doesn't do enough to survive.”
- “Character development is not explained well; I'm not sure where to best put points.”
- “Character development/leveling.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally solid with no major loading or saving issues, and it rarely crashes. However, players have noted some bugs and glitches, particularly in the early access phase, including a missing mapping system and combat issues, with specific problems reported on the Linux version. Many users recommend waiting for further updates to address these stability concerns before diving in.
- “No loading or saving problems; the game runs smoothly without any freezes or crashes.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive, with consistent performance throughout.”
- “I haven't experienced any issues with stability; everything runs perfectly.”
- “It's often buggy (that's to be expected in early access) and I prefer to wait for the gremlins to get ironed out first.”
- “There are still a few problems like a missing mapping system - quest markers and some combat glitches - but this will be a classic RPG-lite in the vein of Original Sin.”
- “The Linux/Nouveau version quickly freezes.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players have mixed experiences with optimization; while some report smooth performance and no bugs, others experience significant stuttering and performance issues even on low settings.
- “I didn't encounter any bugs and it seems to run smoothly.”
- “Excellent game performance and smoothness of play.”
- “10/10 game performance.”
- “The gameplay isn't optimized, nor is the performance. Even set on the lowest settings, the game stutters like crazy.”
- “After the first few levels, you quickly realize one major thing about the combat: it suffers due to poor optimization.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, requiring considerable time investment, but it is balanced by an engaging story and visually appealing graphics. The turn-based combat is described as enjoyable rather than tedious, despite the limited number of skills available.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It is turn-based, with grinding and a limited number of skills.”
- “The grinding aspect makes the game feel tedious and repetitive.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers limited replayability due to its short length and predefined main character with a single class, which may restrict player choice. However, its free access may encourage players to revisit it despite these limitations.
- “The replay value is impressive; it's short but also free, making it easy to dive back in.”
- “I appreciate the predefined main character; I like that my characters are literally my avatars, even if it slightly decreases replayability.”
- “Replay value: it's short, but it's also free.”
- “Predefined main character (I like my characters to be literally my avatars) with one class (okay, important story-wise, but decreases replayability).”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express disappointment with the game's emotional impact, labeling it as an "outdated garbage game" with a "boring story" that fails to engage players on a meaningful level. The lack of a compelling narrative and a "pointless gear system" further detracts from any potential emotional connection.
- “Outdated garbage game with a boring story and a pointless gear system.”

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Zoria: Prologue (2020) is a role playing game.

Zoria: Prologue (2020) is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Zoria: Prologue (2020).

Zoria: Prologue (2020) was released on April 30, 2020.

Zoria: Prologue (2020) was developed by Tiny Trinket Games.

Zoria: Prologue (2020) has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its character development.

Zoria: Prologue (2020) is a single player game.

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