Players Like...

❤ Exploration and World Design

Players repeatedly praise the game's "vast open world" that they can "explore as you wish." The diverse, three-dimensional landscape feels "grander in size" due to the well-spaced encounters. Reviewers liken the open-world exploration to classics like Skyrim and Morrowind, highlighting how the game rewards players for carefully examining the environment, with "tons of hidden objects, doors, and switches found via skill checks." The world is described as "handcrafted in detail," creating an immersive experience.

❤ Dual Perspective Gameplay

A standout feature is the game's "unique dual perspective" - players explore in first-person, then seamlessly shift to a top-down, tactical grid-based view for combat. Reviewers appreciate this blend of first-person exploration and turn-based combat, stating it creates a "great mix" that feels reminiscent of classic CRPGs.

❤ Turn-Based Combat

The turn-based combat receives frequent praise for its depth and challenge. Reviewers describe it as "deeply strategic" and "tuned right," with a focus on thoughtful positioning and resource management. While the combat can be quite difficult, especially early on, players note that this requires them to "find the combats your characters are capable of fighting" and utilize proper tactics. The combat draws favorable comparisons to classics like the Dungeons & Dragons Gold Box games.

❤ Character Progression and Customization

Players highlight the game's "career-based system" that allows characters to evolve from humble beginnings into advanced classes like Knight, Loreseeker, and Battlemage. The ability to multiclass and the "deeply engaging character progression" provide players with meaningful choices and build variety. Reviewers also praise the racial bonuses and class-exclusive options, which add depth to the character creation process.

❤ Rewarding Exploration

Exploration is consistently cited as highly rewarding, with players stumbling upon "awesome secrets" and "unexpected trouble" that can significantly impact their party's capabilities. The game hides "treasure and items nestled into nooks and crannies," encouraging players to carefully examine their surroundings. This synergy between exploration and combat effectiveness is seen as a key part of the game's design.