Prepare for the deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that has ever been created.

Not just generated geometry -- a whole simulated world. Generated rise and fall of civilizations, personalities, creatures, cultures, etc. Infinite hours of gameplay.
Now with beautiful pixel graphics!
Learn the basics with in-game tutorials
A lifetime “living” project - created/updated since 2003, with no end in sight
Generate your unique world and manage a bustling colony of dwarves, even as they probably mine towards their eventual demise.
A new endless hobby, just for you!

The legendary Dwarf Fortress is now on Steam! Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive, despite threats of starvation, dragons, and madness.

In this complex construction/management/roguelike simulation, every generated world brings a unique challenge, whether it’s dwarves with their own simulated personalities or aquifers. Observe what makes your civilization fall into eventual decline, and learn for next time… until something else inevitably goes wrong.

The combat model includes skills, body parts, material properties, aimed attacks, wrestling, pain, nausea, various poison effects, and much more.

It’s difficult to convey the depth of the generation. Hundreds of animals and monsters, many of which are randomly created for each world, as well as generated poetry, musical forms, instruments, and dances for your dwarves to practice and perform. A dynamic weather model tracks wind, humidity, and air masses to create fronts, clouds, storms, and blizzards. Over two hundred rock and mineral types can appear, in their proper geological environments.

Remember: Losing is fun!

This is still good old Dwarf Fortress, but with graphics support and music provided. A few bells and whistles won’t change its essence.

Classic Dwarf Fortress mod-artist Jacob "Ironhand" Bowman collaborated with artists Carolyn Jong and Neoriceisgood to create an all-new sprite pack for the game, which they continue to add to regularly.

Dwarf Fortress also has hours of music in a two-volume soundtrack by Dabu and Simon Swerwer, including tracks in the Dwarvish language!

It's never been easier to start playing! We've improved the new player experience with the addition of tutorials to guide you through building your first fort and keeping your dwarves happy.

Command your dwarves as they search for wealth in their generated mountain. Your dwarves will need a steady supply of food and beer, but they’ll also need your guidance in surviving attacks from hostile civilizations, the wilderness, or even the dead.

Craft treasures and furnitures from various materials
Establish a barony and support the increasingly demanding nobility
Read your dwarves’ thoughts to keep them happy
Build floodgates to divert water for farming, and/or prevent magma mishaps
Build structures and watch your dwarves discover and build their culture, like taverns, libraries, temples, honey, wax, pottery, animal training, bookbinding, and more.

Go anywhere! Explore any civilization, earn a reputation, and recruit followers to join you

Experience your fortress and the simulation in a new, more embodied way
Explore mythical dungeons to find magical items, artifacts, and fill your quest journal
Hints of mythology and magic as a start of future simulation enrichment to come
An additional hour of music from Dabu and Simon Swerwer, presented as a second volume of the original soundtrack

The original inspiration for RimWorld, Prison Architect, Minecraft and more.
One of the first video games acquired by the Museum of Modern Art in New York
Updated for over 16 years by two brothers, Tarn “Toady One” and Zach “Threetoe” Adams, and with the support of Kitfox Games since 2020.

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This suggests that the base game may have unresolved problems that require external tools to address.",{"_306":495,"_308":496,"_310":414,"_312":144,"_314":497},"Requires recent OS release",0.008063620083287934,"The game may require a recent operating system due to its reliance on newer core libraries. This could pose a problem for players using older or less common operating systems.",{"_306":499,"_308":496,"_310":414,"_312":144,"_314":500},"Recent performance upgrades exist","Recent updates have included performance upgrades, suggesting the developers are actively working to improve the game's optimization. However, the extent and effectiveness of these upgrades may vary.",{"_306":502,"_308":503,"_310":462,"_312":144,"_314":504},"Mouse required for Steam version",0.007286303263607562,"A mouse is necessary to play the Steam version of the game. 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Reviewers praise its addictiveness, depth, complexity, emergent storytelling, and replayability, often rating it a perfect 10/10 and considering it one of the best games ever made.",{"_306":521,"_308":522,"_310":358,"_312":523,"_314":524},"Recommended for colony sim fans",0.39073466868946005,149,"Many reviewers recommend this game to fans of colony sims, especially those who enjoy RimWorld, Prison Architect, or other similar titles. Some reviewers even prefer Dwarf Fortress over RimWorld, citing its superior depth and complexity.",{"_306":526,"_308":527,"_310":346,"_312":528,"_314":529},"Deep, emergent gameplay is rewarding",0.2015387459674468,58,"The game's depth and emergent gameplay are highly praised, offering unique and unpredictable experiences. Reviewers appreciate the game's focus on systems over graphics, leading to countless hours of fun and replayability.",{"_306":367,"_308":531,"_310":352,"_312":532,"_314":533},0.10263312795248877,27,"Many reviewers recommend using DFHack for UI improvements, bug fixes, and quality-of-life features. Some suggest playing the vanilla version first before installing DFHack to appreciate the improvements.",{"_306":535,"_308":536,"_310":352,"_312":203,"_314":537},"Excellent story and world generator",0.06931938946519728,"The game is recommended as a story generator, allowing players to create and experience emergent narratives within a simulated fantasy realm. Reviewers appreciate the vast features and the potential for unique stories to unfold.",{"_306":539,"_308":540,"_310":414,"_312":171,"_314":541},"Steam version worth supporting devs",0.03835725750289939,"The Steam version is considered worth the money, especially to support the developers. 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Some reviewers recommend the original free version with the Lazy Newb pack for a more fleshed-out and stable Adventure Mode.",{"_306":554,"_308":555,"_310":414,"_312":163,"_314":556},"Premium version improves accessibility",0.030913166684871478,"The premium version is recommended for players who struggled with the ASCII interface of the classic version. Reviewers suggest trying the classic version first to determine if you like the game's mechanics before purchasing the premium version for its improved graphics and accessibility.","miscSummary",[559,563,567,571],{"_306":560,"_308":561,"_310":352,"_312":151,"_314":562},"Complex Fortress, Adventurer modes",0.019751754683714234,"The game features a complex colony management simulator called Fortress Mode, where players manage a dwarven settlement. 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Fantasy Map Simulator: Witness the Rise and Fall of Dynasties on Your Wallpaper

Join our ！

In this innovative simulation game, you'll become the creator and witness of a fantasy world, allowing imaginary history to unfold in your daily life.

Key Features

1. Generate or edit custom fantasy maps, building your unique imaginary world

2. Simulate diplomacy, development, and wars between nations, observing historical evolution over hundreds or even thousands of years

3. Control the fate of nations from a god's perspective, shaping the world order

4. Unique Windows desktop wallpaper mode - empires rise and fall in the background while you work or rest

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a fantasy world creator, or someone seeking a unique desktop experience, "Fantasy Map Simulator" offers an unprecedented simulation experience.

Create, observe, intervene, and let imaginary history coexist with your daily life - your fantasy world is right before your eyes!",[742],{"_16":232,"_233":743,"_248":748,"_250":242,"_31":242,"_251":138,"_252":253,"_254":255},[744],{"_236":698,"_237":745,"_239":79,"_240":138,"_241":242,"_243":94,"_244":746,"_246":747},"Fantasy Map Simulator - 7,79€ 7,01€","-10% ",701,"Buy Fantasy Map Simulator",{"_258":747,"_259":750,"_260":261,"_262":751,"_264":179,"_265":752},779,"7,01€","7,79€","https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3035500/capsule_184x69.jpg?t=1738833273",{"_270":755,"_272":756},"Minimum:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: window10 64bit
Processor: Intel: Intel Core i5-4460 AMD: AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 AMD Radeon R9 270
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 500 MB available space

","Recommended:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: window10 64bit
Processor: Intel: Intel Core i5-8600K AMD: AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 AMD Radeon RX 580
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 500 MB available space

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*languages with full audio support",{"_29":766,"_14":668,"_299":767,"_301":768,"_303":769,"_371":809,"_430":841,"_468":879,"_513":902,"_557":937,"_574":-5,"_575":964,"_624":1050,"_632":767,"_633":1057,"_659":79,"_295":55},"9f3b55b5-60f5-481d-8ef7-2af7c909265a","2025-03-19T11:44:18.465","2025-07-26T00:04:28.406",[770,776,782,788,793,799,804],{"_306":771,"_308":772,"_310":773,"_312":774,"_314":775},"Fulfills childhood map-making dreams",0.9397744871152784,0.78,530,"Many reviewers express that the game fulfills a childhood fantasy of drawing maps, creating worlds, and simulating conflicts. The game allows players to recreate these experiences digitally, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder. The map editor is a key component of this experience.",{"_306":777,"_308":778,"_310":779,"_312":780,"_314":781},"Extensive world-building and customization",0.8160361686698988,0.86,425,"The game allows players to create and customize their own worlds, maps, nations, and histories. Players enjoy shaping continents, defining borders, and watching the simulated world evolve through wars, diplomacy, and rebellions. This appeals to those who enjoy world-building, alternate history, and map-based strategy games.",{"_306":783,"_308":784,"_310":785,"_312":786,"_314":787},"Relaxing, engaging, and easy to play",0.5069027503453961,0.72,239,"Reviewers find the game enjoyable for its relaxing and engaging qualities, often playing it idly or in the background while multitasking. The game's simple mechanics and interesting world simulation make it easy to lose track of time and provide a satisfying experience, even without active micromanagement.",{"_306":789,"_308":790,"_310":791,"_312":131,"_314":792},"In-depth and realistic simulation",0.23022694206619576,0.52,"The game offers a surprisingly in-depth simulation of nations, diplomacy, and warfare. Reviewers appreciate the emergent narratives and strategic elements, finding it a good balance between grand strategy and accessible gameplay. Some reviewers compare it favorably to other similar games.",{"_306":794,"_308":795,"_310":796,"_312":797,"_314":798},"Frequent updates and promising roadmap",0.21456476719688233,0.64,79,"The developers actively update the game, add new features, and address player feedback. This frequent support and promising roadmap contribute to a positive perception of the game's future potential and encourage players to remain invested in its development.",{"_306":800,"_308":801,"_310":802,"_312":195,"_314":803},"Well-made and relatively bug-free",0.053364481449508304,0.44,"Reviewers praise the game for its lack of bugs and its polished implementation of its core concept. The game delivers on its promises and provides a satisfying experience, indicating a high level of quality and attention to detail.",{"_306":805,"_308":806,"_310":807,"_312":195,"_314":808},"Appealing and visually engaging graphics",0.05144403484378864,0.38,"The game's visuals are appealing, with detailed textures, atmospheric lighting, and a visually engaging map. The graphics contribute to the overall immersive experience and make the game enjoyable to watch, especially in desktop wallpaper mode.",[810,815,820,825,829,833,837],{"_306":811,"_308":812,"_310":319,"_312":813,"_314":814},"Unintuitive, clunky UI and controls",0.6538443152799963,324,"The user interface (UI) and controls are widely criticized for being unintuitive, clunky, and difficult to use. Reviewers mention disorganized layouts, small text, and a general lack of user-friendliness. This significantly impacts the overall experience, making it hard to navigate menus and understand game mechanics.",{"_306":816,"_308":817,"_310":376,"_312":818,"_314":819},"Lacks content, depth, and polish",0.6077041400668051,288,"The game is frequently described as lacking content, depth, and polish. Many reviewers feel it's incomplete, rudimentary, and quickly becomes boring due to repetitive gameplay and a lack of engaging features. This core issue overshadows other aspects of the game.",{"_306":821,"_308":822,"_310":388,"_312":823,"_314":824},"Bugs, glitches, and crashes",0.5248029408269411,259,"Many reviewers report encountering bugs, glitches, and performance issues, including crashes, freezes, and corrupted save files. These technical problems disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration, making it difficult to enjoy the game.",{"_306":826,"_308":827,"_310":346,"_312":326,"_314":828},"Missing key features/settings",0.33120949574011466,"The game is seen as lacking essential features and settings, such as a tutorial, auto-save, and customizable options. This makes it difficult for new players to learn the game and limits the ability to tailor the experience to individual preferences.",{"_306":830,"_308":831,"_310":358,"_312":207,"_314":832},"Overemphasis on constant warfare",0.06373416346703119,"The game is criticized for its overemphasis on war, with nations constantly engaging in conflict. This leads to a repetitive and uninteresting simulation, lacking the depth and variety needed to create a compelling world.",{"_306":834,"_308":835,"_310":352,"_312":369,"_314":836},"Problematic wallpaper mode",0.06291619857250207,"The wallpaper mode, intended as a key feature, is plagued with issues such as improper scaling, high resource consumption, and conflicts with other software. This makes it unreliable and impractical for long-term use.",{"_306":838,"_308":839,"_310":414,"_312":369,"_314":840},"Desire for more updates",0.058550120107803,"Reviewers express a desire for more content updates, faster development, and more detailed maps. This reflects a general feeling that the game has potential but needs further development to reach its full potential.",[842,847,851,856,860,864,868,872,875],{"_306":843,"_308":844,"_310":319,"_312":845,"_314":846},"Map simulation and nation observation",0.43295902753070803,187,"The core gameplay revolves around world-building, map generation, and observing the rise and fall of nations. Players can customize maps, create countries, and influence events through limited direct intervention, often from a top-down or god-like perspective. The game emphasizes simulation and observation over direct control.",{"_306":848,"_308":849,"_310":346,"_312":336,"_314":850},"Random and manual map creation",0.2519596001066278,"The game features both random map generation and manual map creation. Players can either use randomly generated maps or create their own from scratch, offering flexibility in world design and replayability.",{"_306":852,"_308":853,"_310":346,"_312":854,"_314":855},"Limited direct player intervention",0.1969383444453039,72,"While the game is primarily focused on observation, players can intervene in various ways, such as forcing wars, alliances, or rebellions. However, the extent of direct control is limited, and the game encourages a more hands-off approach.",{"_306":857,"_308":858,"_310":352,"_312":207,"_314":859},"Simple, idle, requires imagination",0.0602760503057815,"The game is described as simple, lacking a complex story or missions, and requiring imagination from the player. It is also characterized as an idle game, where the primary activity is watching the simulation unfold.",{"_306":861,"_308":862,"_310":414,"_312":167,"_314":863},"Adjustable armies, basic combat",0.028833472007952214,"The game features armies with adjustable sizes and basic combat strategies. Armies are represented by simple visuals, such as squares and arrows, indicating attacks and shifting fronts.",{"_306":865,"_308":866,"_310":352,"_312":155,"_314":867},"Disable autonomous diplomacy for control",0.020363531142702535,"Players can disable autonomous diplomacy to gain more control over the world's events. This allows for manual control over alliances, wars, and rebellions.",{"_306":869,"_308":870,"_310":414,"_312":155,"_314":871},"Real-world entities in fantasy",0.01895040102987591,"The game allows for the creation of scenarios where real-world entities like America and the Soviet Union are placed on fantasy maps. These entities can then interact with the fantasy world, leading to unique outcomes.",{"_306":873,"_308":870,"_310":414,"_312":155,"_314":874},"Country extinction and reappearance","Countries can go extinct and reappear later, or dominate the world for extended periods before collapsing. This adds an element of unpredictability and dynamism to the simulation.",{"_306":876,"_308":877,"_310":462,"_312":151,"_314":878},"Mix of Hearts of Iron/WorldBox",0.013800395655838111,"The game is compared to a mix of Hearts of Iron and WorldBox, focusing on wars between nations while removing some of the development aspects of WorldBox.",[880,884,887,891,895,899],{"_306":881,"_308":882,"_310":319,"_312":195,"_314":883},"Poor optimization causes performance issues",0.06196716409964243,"Many users report significant performance issues, including lag, high CPU usage, and crashes, even on high-end systems. Some reviewers note that the game performs worse than more demanding titles or other similar games. The cause is uncertain but could be related to optimization issues within the game itself.",{"_306":885,"_308":866,"_310":352,"_312":155,"_314":886},"Wallpaper mode causes display issues","Using the game as a wallpaper, especially on multi-monitor setups or in windowed mode, can cause resolution scaling issues, screen cut-offs, and temporary freezes. These issues require restarting the game to resolve.",{"_306":888,"_308":889,"_310":352,"_312":144,"_314":890},"Garbled Traditional Chinese font",0.007199595479954204,"Some players are experiencing garbled characters in the Traditional Chinese font, potentially due to rapid switching between fonts or other display issues. This affects readability and the overall user experience for players using that language.",{"_306":892,"_308":893,"_310":414,"_312":144,"_314":894},"Music volume setting not saved",0.006699978537214895,"The game's music volume setting is not being saved, which is likely a bug. This can be an annoyance for players who prefer to customize their audio settings.",{"_306":896,"_308":897,"_310":462,"_312":144,"_314":898},"Lag when generating map",0.006054114030370336,"There is some lag when generating the map. This can be an annoyance for players who want to quickly start a new game.",{"_306":900,"_308":138,"_310":138,"_312":144,"_314":901},"High-end PC irrelevant","The reviewer has a high-end PC capable of running demanding games like Cyberpunk and Call of Duty. This information is not useful for summarizing the game's features.",[903,908,913,919,923,928,933],{"_306":904,"_308":905,"_310":785,"_312":906,"_314":907},"Game has potential, buy cautiously",0.7723012524367495,419,"Many reviewers recommend the game despite its flaws, citing its potential and reasonable price. Some suggest waiting for a sale or purchasing to support the developer. However, others advise against buying it in its current state, hoping for future improvements.",{"_306":909,"_308":910,"_310":773,"_312":911,"_314":912},"Awaiting future updates and improvements",0.5978816809812414,290,"The game is in early access and needs more development time. Reviewers are looking forward to future updates, new content, and the full release of the game. Many express hope that the developers will continue to improve the game and add more features.",{"_306":914,"_308":915,"_310":916,"_312":917,"_314":918},"Request for more customization options",0.4549437999076184,0.45,242,"Reviewers suggest adding more customization options, such as custom modes, country names, and technology development. They also suggest adding more events, religions, and content to make the fantasy continent richer and more interesting. Some reviewers would like to see more depth in progression, storytelling tools, and control options.",{"_306":920,"_308":921,"_310":414,"_312":171,"_314":922},"Compared to WorldBox, mixed opinions",0.0318706485872859,"Some reviewers compare the game to WorldBox, with mixed opinions. Some believe this game will surpass WorldBox, while others suggest saving up for WorldBox instead, citing its greater freedom of action. Some reviewers recommend 'Ages of Conflict World War Simulator' as a cheaper and more enjoyable alternative.",{"_306":924,"_308":925,"_310":926,"_312":159,"_314":927},"Alternative to Wallpaper Engine",0.02140452542475742,0.25,"The game is seen as a good alternative to Wallpaper Engine, but currently only suitable for casual use as a wallpaper due to its limited gameplay depth and short lifespan. Some reviewers cannot recommend the software in its current state because it cannot properly function as a desktop wallpaper.",{"_306":929,"_308":930,"_310":931,"_312":167,"_314":932},"General positive/neutral sentiment",0.014651231370239916,0.02,"These points are too general to be useful. They express overall positive sentiment or neutral opinions without providing specific feedback.",{"_306":934,"_308":935,"_310":931,"_312":151,"_314":936},"Good for killing time",0.007760532781255139,"The game is suitable for killing a couple of hours or observing how a custom world unfolds. It's recommended if you have a lot of time to make things or watch the world burn. These points are too general to be useful.",[938,942,946,949,953,957,961],{"_306":939,"_308":940,"_310":462,"_312":159,"_314":941},"Suitable for all ages",0.02024315031515947,"The game is generally considered suitable for a wide age range, including children, teenagers, and adults. Some reviewers also find it suitable for passing time during work.",{"_306":943,"_308":944,"_310":414,"_312":151,"_314":945},"Inconsistent game length",0.0152726483570269,"Reviewers have different experiences with game length. Some find it endless, while others report short playtime. This discrepancy suggests varied gameplay experiences or different expectations.",{"_306":947,"_308":944,"_310":414,"_312":151,"_314":948},"Interactive wallpaper feature","The game can be used as an interactive or live wallpaper, allowing users to passively observe the simulated world while working on other tasks. 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This suggests that the game's save system may not be intuitive or user-friendly.",{"_306":962,"_308":959,"_310":511,"_312":115,"_314":963},"Polite developer","The reviewer acknowledges the developer seems polite and honest. 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A procedurally-generated sandbox stealth game with a whole city of secrets at your fingertips!

Shadows of Doubt is set in an alternate reality in the hyper-industrialized 1980s. Think like a detective and use a variety of gadgets as a private intelligence investigator, gathering evidence and making money by solving cases, finding and selling information and more.

Play your own way in a fully simulated world with hundreds of citizens. Discover, meet and tail individual citizens, each with their own name, job, apartment and daily routine, in unique, procedurally-generated cities. Each case has different culprits, clues and experiences for you to test your investigative skills.

Explore anywhere in the city! Every nook of every trashy bar, every place of work, every seedy hotel room… This dystopia is your oyster. Break into apartments, rifle through secret documents or hack security systems - even a discarded receipt can be the key to cracking a case. Trace the receipt back to an individual location, scour CCTV footage and match the time up to the receipt to find out who it belonged to!

The entire world is fully simulated. Each citizen has an apartment, job, daily routine, favorite things to do, places to go, and people to interact with. They live out their lives independently, in a world that moves on with or without you— uncover this knowledge and use it to your advantage!

Become a private investigator in a truly unique detective experience. Think like a detective to solve the cases around you: check call histories, find passwords, read private emails, speak to persons of interest, watch CCTV footage and more to retrieve evidence and build your case. Store information on your investigation board and link evidence together as you piece together the full picture.

Features

Become a private investigator and track down a serial killer in a fully-simulated sci-fi city. Think like a detective and use a variety of gadgets to gather evidence and solve cases in this truly unique detective experience.
Meet individual citizens, each with their own name, job, apartment and daily routine, in unique, procedurally-generated cities.
Take on new cases to earn cash, purchase new gadgets and equipment, and customise your apartment.
Gather evidence to build your case - scan fingerprints, check call histories, read private emails, watch CCTV, and find key pieces of evidence to gather information and accuse your suspect.
Play your own way - pick locks, break down doors, sabotage security systems and bribe citizens for information, or stick to the law and play by the book. There are multiple ways to approach each case.
Explore every room in every building, and talk to every citizen. Lose yourself in a detailed sci-fi noir world.

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Processor: Intel 6th Gen i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1060 or Radeon 5500XT
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 4 GB available space
Additional Notes: Approximate specs for 1080p, 30+ fps

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OS: Windows 11 or newer
Processor: Intel 9th Gen i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: Nvidia GTX 3060 or Radeon RX 5700 XT
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 4 GB available space
Additional Notes: Approximate specs for 1080p, 60+ fps

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The game effectively punishes criminal behavior.",{"_306":1292,"_308":1293,"_310":319,"_312":1294,"_314":1295},"Procedural generation enables unique experiences",0.14495817013466197,89,"The game features a procedurally generated city with unique NPCs, crimes, and world elements, ensuring high replayability and emergent storytelling. The depth of the simulation, with citizens having routines and relationships, makes the city feel alive and dynamic. This procedural generation sets it apart from other detective games.",{"_306":1297,"_308":1298,"_310":325,"_312":1299,"_314":1300},"Compelling noir, cyberpunk atmosphere",0.06812576532022499,34,"The game creates a strong noir atmosphere with cyberpunk elements, featuring a detailed and atmospheric city. The visuals, sound design, and world-building contribute to a coherent and immersive experience. The city feels alive and well-constructed, enhancing the overall gameplay.",{"_306":1302,"_308":1303,"_310":916,"_312":1299,"_314":1304},"Unique and appealing voxel graphics",0.06100142953562095,"The game features a unique and appealing art style, with voxel-based graphics that create a striking visual experience. The graphics are coherent for a procedural game and enhance the immersive gameplay and world atmosphere. The art style is nostalgic yet sophisticated.",{"_306":1306,"_308":1307,"_310":414,"_312":118,"_314":1308},"Emergent, humorous situations",0.05018211381319526,"The game can produce emergent, humorous situations and is extremely funny at times. The reviewer enjoyed a case involving a serial killer who left pentagrams and taunting notes at crime scenes. The game is fabulous and very fun.",{"_306":1310,"_308":1311,"_310":926,"_312":195,"_314":1312},"Varied and unpredictable cases",0.02707127591513987,"Cases often play out differently due to the unpredictable nature of the game, with a variety of ways to solve them. Some of the cases can still be challenging, and there is variety in cases. The randomly generated cases are amazing.",[1314,1319,1324,1328,1333,1338,1343],{"_306":1315,"_308":1316,"_310":376,"_312":1317,"_314":1318},"Repetitive gameplay, shallow cases",0.5831201876706706,558,"The procedural generation results in repetitive gameplay loops, environments, and interactions. Cases lack depth, variety, and compelling narratives, leading to predictable patterns and a sense of staleness. This significantly reduces replayability and long-term engagement.",{"_306":1320,"_308":1321,"_310":325,"_312":1322,"_314":1323},"Shallow, unreactive NPCs",0.3737654294232436,329,"NPCs exhibit limited and repetitive behaviors, lacking depth and realistic reactions. Interactions are shallow, with unhelpful dialogue options and a lack of memory or meaningful consequences for player actions. This contributes to a feeling of the world being lifeless and unengaging.",{"_306":1325,"_308":1326,"_310":916,"_312":131,"_314":1327},"Overpriced, lacking content/depth",0.12974571874436105,"The game is considered overpriced for the amount of content and polish it offers. Reviewers express disappointment with the lack of depth, replayability, and meaningful progression, leading to a sense of wasted potential and a lack of long-term engagement.",{"_306":1329,"_308":1330,"_310":388,"_312":1331,"_314":1332},"Unsolvable, unbalanced cases",0.11861733996788201,73,"Cases can be unsolvable due to missing clues, bugs, or vague information. This leads to frustration and a reliance on external databases or luck rather than genuine detective work. The difficulty level is also inconsistent, with some cases being too easy while others are unfairly challenging.",{"_306":1334,"_308":1335,"_310":358,"_312":1336,"_314":1337},"Unappealing graphics, poor performance",0.07599057046805582,44,"The game's voxel-based graphics and art style are unappealing to many reviewers. The visuals make it difficult to distinguish characters and objects, hindering gameplay and immersion. The game also suffers from performance issues and a lack of graphical options.",{"_306":1339,"_308":1340,"_310":346,"_312":1341,"_314":1342},"Limited inventory, no autosave",0.06699101257199344,35,"The game suffers from a limited inventory system and a lack of an autosave feature. This can lead to frustrating inventory management and significant progress loss due to crashes or bugs, hindering the overall player experience.",{"_306":1344,"_308":1345,"_310":352,"_312":1346,"_314":1347},"Buggy, confusing tutorial",0.05526675486479055,31,"The tutorial is frequently cited as being buggy, confusing, and incompletable. This creates a negative first impression and makes it difficult for new players to learn the game's mechanics and systems.",[1349,1354,1359,1364,1368,1372,1376,1380,1384],{"_306":1350,"_308":1351,"_310":319,"_312":1352,"_314":1353},"Procedural city, dynamic NPC routines",0.3451755454124414,283,"The game features procedurally generated cities with simulated citizens, each having unique routines, relationships, and secrets. Players investigate crimes within this dynamic world, utilizing various methods like stealth, hacking, and social engineering. The freedom to explore, investigate, and interact with the city's inhabitants is a core element of the gameplay.",{"_306":1355,"_308":1356,"_310":325,"_312":1357,"_314":1358},"Investigate crimes, gather evidence",0.23578556196764114,178,"Players investigate crime scenes, collect evidence like fingerprints and emails, and break into locations to gather clues. The investigation process involves analyzing evidence, connecting leads, and identifying suspects. The game emphasizes player freedom in approaching investigations, allowing for varied playstyles.",{"_306":1360,"_308":1361,"_310":358,"_312":1362,"_314":1363},"Manage detective, customize apartment",0.22763309231134077,190,"Players manage their detective's life, including basic needs like hunger and hygiene, and can purchase and customize apartments. These elements add depth to the gameplay, but some reviewers find them not fully fleshed out. Players can also engage in criminal activities, offering a morally ambiguous playstyle.",{"_306":1365,"_308":1366,"_310":352,"_312":179,"_314":1367},"Cyberware upgrades, progression system",0.02365607531439032,"The game features cyberware upgrades and a progression system, allowing players to enhance their character's abilities. This adds a layer of customization and progression to the gameplay. Players can become a \"cyborg-assassin.\"",{"_306":1369,"_308":1370,"_310":414,"_312":183,"_314":1371},"City simulation, flexible settings",0.023645718982617546,"The game simulates an entire city and its citizens, including killers buying weapons, meeting victims, committing the murder, and fleeing, even when the player isn't present. Players can find justice for the wronged or help bad people get away with murder. The game offers moderate settings flexibility and customization.",{"_306":1373,"_308":1374,"_310":414,"_312":175,"_314":1375},"Sandbox, limited progression",0.020341823985880098,"The game is a pure sandbox with limited progression or a clear ending. Some interactive objects lack purpose, and life sim elements are not fully developed. The game world can feel disconnected, with limited interaction with NPCs.",{"_306":1377,"_308":1378,"_310":414,"_312":167,"_314":1379},"Complex mechanics, time investment",0.016847347739266872,"The game's mechanics require a significant time investment to fully understand. Some reviewers compare it to a puzzle game, emphasizing the act of tinkering with mechanics. The gameplay is unique and requires hands-on experience to fully grasp.",{"_306":1381,"_308":1382,"_310":414,"_312":163,"_314":1383},"Inconsistent side case difficulty",0.01500795254593322,"Side cases can vary in difficulty, with some providing insufficient information to solve. The information provided can sometimes be irrelevant or vague. Side cases can also feel repetitive, with similar lead generation methods.",{"_306":1385,"_308":1386,"_310":462,"_312":159,"_314":1387},"Tutorial case, redundant elements",0.01182803765719516,"The game includes a tutorial case that introduces players to the open-world activities available for solving cases. However, some elements introduced in the tutorial, like the phone tracking system, become redundant in the sandbox mode.",[1389,1394,1399,1403,1407,1411,1415],{"_306":1390,"_308":1391,"_310":325,"_312":1392,"_314":1393},"Rain causes severe FPS drops",0.2042632358003362,147,"Certain weather effects, especially rain, exacerbate the game's performance issues, causing significant FPS drops and slowdowns. This makes gameplay particularly challenging during these conditions, even on systems that otherwise meet the game's requirements.",{"_306":1395,"_308":1396,"_310":346,"_312":1397,"_314":1398},"Memory leaks cause performance degradation",0.19251631362763036,143,"The game appears to have memory leak issues, leading to performance degradation over extended play sessions. This results in increased lag, stuttering, and potentially the need to restart the game to restore performance.",{"_306":1400,"_308":1401,"_310":358,"_312":175,"_314":1402},"Long and incomplete loading times",0.023112774362030068,"Players are experiencing long loading times when starting the game, loading saves, or transitioning between areas. In some cases, maps or rooms fail to load completely, requiring a reload.",{"_306":1404,"_308":1405,"_310":358,"_312":167,"_314":1406},"Falling through floors/walls",0.019142282774967462,"Players and NPCs can fall through the floor or clip through walls. This can lead to loss of progress or just be immersion breaking.",{"_306":1408,"_308":1409,"_310":358,"_312":163,"_314":1410},"Inconsistent and buggy lighting",0.017052326333714538,"The game's lighting system is inconsistent and buggy, with issues such as low render distance for shadows and light, and abrupt changes when transitioning between indoor and outdoor environments. Some attribute this to the raycast lighting system.",{"_306":1412,"_308":1413,"_310":352,"_312":151,"_314":1414},"Noticeable asset pop-in",0.00958922778807932,"Objects and textures pop in noticeably close to the player, even when the game is installed on an SSD. This can be distracting and immersion-breaking.",{"_306":1416,"_308":1417,"_310":414,"_312":115,"_314":1418},"Launch and startup issues",0.006583858777775636,"Some players are experiencing issues with the game failing to launch or encountering bugs in the opening cutscene. These issues can prevent players from even starting the game.",[1420,1425,1430,1435,1440,1444,1448,1452,1456],{"_306":1421,"_308":1422,"_310":358,"_312":1423,"_314":1424},"Potential for improvement via mods",0.7051567432681303,858,"Reviewers express hope that the game will be improved through modding or future updates. They believe that modders could add new content, fix bugs, and enhance the overall experience, potentially realizing the game's full potential.",{"_306":1426,"_308":1427,"_310":382,"_312":1428,"_314":1429},"Premature release, unfinished product",0.689908581018336,728,"Many reviewers feel the game was released prematurely and is not a finished product, despite the 1.0 label. They cite persistent bugs, lack of content, and unfulfilled potential as reasons for this assessment. Some suggest it should have remained in Early Access longer.",{"_306":1431,"_308":1432,"_310":325,"_312":1433,"_314":1434},"Significant bugs and technical issues",0.6654967944325701,710,"Numerous reviewers mention bugs and technical issues that detract from the experience. While some find them tolerable or easily fixed by reloading, others consider them game-breaking. Many hope for continued bug fixes and optimization.",{"_306":1436,"_308":1437,"_310":346,"_312":1438,"_314":1439},"Only worth buying on sale",0.641014287402764,711,"Due to the game's issues, many reviewers recommend purchasing it only on sale. They suggest waiting for a significant discount to compensate for the bugs, lack of content, or unfulfilled potential. This makes the game a more worthwhile purchase.",{"_306":1441,"_308":1442,"_310":414,"_312":1433,"_314":1443},"Disappointment, potential refund consideration",0.5384579229038603,"Some reviewers express disappointment and frustration with the game, with some requesting refunds due to the issues encountered. They indicate they will change their reviews if the problems are addressed, showing a willingness to reconsider their opinion if improvements are made.",{"_306":1445,"_308":1446,"_310":414,"_312":159,"_314":1447},"Lacks mission and case diversity",0.013089875420752435,"Some reviewers feel the game needs more variety in case types and missions to maintain player interest. The cases can become repetitive, leading to a stale experience. More diverse content would improve replayability.",{"_306":1449,"_308":1450,"_310":926,"_312":155,"_314":1451},"Map and tutorial need improvement",0.010579318496766294,"The game's map and new player experience could be improved. A more intuitive map would prevent frustration, and a better tutorial would ease new players into the game's mechanics. Starting with a medium-sized map is recommended.",{"_306":1453,"_308":1454,"_310":1036,"_312":163,"_314":1455},"Specific performance tweaks needed",0.0064127031154885454,"These points are too specific and situational to be broadly applicable. They focus on individual preferences and workarounds for performance issues, rather than providing general feedback on the game's design or mechanics.",{"_306":1457,"_308":1458,"_310":1036,"_312":151,"_314":1459},"Numerical scores only",0.003813016085669547,"This cluster consists solely of numerical scores without any accompanying explanation or context. As such, it provides no actionable feedback or specific insights into the game's strengths or weaknesses.",[1461,1465,1468,1472,1476],{"_306":1462,"_308":1463,"_310":346,"_312":191,"_314":1464},"Unrealized potential, underdeveloped features",0.03187300590427864,"Reviewers feel the game has unrealized potential, with some suggesting that the developers made a mistake releasing it in its current state. There are criticisms about the lack of a sophisticated NPC interaction system and the underutilization of the game's lore.",{"_306":1466,"_308":1378,"_310":414,"_312":167,"_314":1467},"Distinctive voxel art style","The game features a voxel-based art style that effectively captures the gritty cyber-noir setting. Some reviewers find the style beautiful, while others acknowledge its limitations.",{"_306":1469,"_308":1470,"_310":1036,"_312":359,"_314":1471},"Suspicion of bought reviews",0.016409379815375685,"The reviewer suspects the game bought reviews on Steam. This point is heavily discounted due to the potential for review bombing and lack of specific details.",{"_306":1473,"_308":1474,"_310":462,"_312":151,"_314":1475},"Limited weather, climate change themes",0.008063547272047207,"The game world has limited weather conditions and a setting that includes themes of climate change. The game world seems to have a permanent eclipse or no sun.",{"_306":1477,"_308":1417,"_310":414,"_312":115,"_314":1478},"Underwhelming 1.0 update","The 1.0 update feels like a hotfix patch. The 1.0 update included one new case type (umbrella) and some bug fixes, but also introduced new bugs.",{"_577":1480,"_585":1484,"_595":1491},{"_579":1481,"_581":1482,"_583":1483},6222,5405,817,[1485,1486,1487,591,593,1488,1489,1490],"Investigative Gameplay","Stealth Gameplay","Procedural Generation","Inventory Management","Character Progression","Open-World Exploration",[1492,1496,1500,1504,1508,1512,1516,1519,1522,1526,1530,1533],{"_306":1493,"_310":1494,"_314":1495},"Mod Support",0.71,"Reviewers express hope that the game will be improved through modding or future updates, believing modders could add new content and fix issues.",{"_306":1497,"_310":1498,"_314":1499},"Bug Fixes and Performance Optimization",0.67,"Numerous reviewers mention significant bugs and technical issues, including performance degradation, memory leaks, long loading times, and clipping issues, indicating a strong need for general bug fixes and optimization.",{"_306":1501,"_310":1502,"_314":1503},"More Case 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All rights reserved. Licensed to and published by XSEED Games / Marvelous USA, Inc.",{"_216":1678,"_218":79},"29 Jul, 2014",{"_128":1680,"_222":1681},"https://marvelous-usa.com/contact/","support@xseedgames.com","https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/251150/capsule_231x87.jpg?t=1732664728","Modern society owes much to a mystical technology known as “orbal energy.” Fifty years ago, during what’s come to be known as the “Orbal Revolution,” the invention of this technology and the “orbments” developed from it led to a period of rapid human advancement, birthing innovations of all shapes and sizes -- not the least of which was the airliner, or “orbalship” industry. Although the positive impact of this revolution is obvious, every coin has a flipside; for every beneficial device developed with these new materials, so too were advanced weapons and other implements of war. Thus, the land became mired with turmoil, and remains in such a state even now.

Enter, the bracers: an organization established to serve as police and intermediaries alike, holding above all else the peace and safety of the lands under their jurisdiction. Whenever a citizen is in need of assistance, he or she may place a request at the local Bracer Guild -- and be it monster extermination, crime prevention or even peace talks among warring nations, the bracers will do whatever they can to resolve the matter cleanly and efficiently.

Some matters require a gentler touch than others, however. When an orbalship transporting a legendary "S-rank" bracer named Cassius Bright suddenly goes missing, said bracer's daughter, Estelle, and adoptive son, Joshua, must join forces in search of him across the entire Kingdom of Liberl.

And what they find along the way could change both of their lives forever...

Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history. Introducing people, places, ideas, events and lore that rival in complexity those of even the most highly-regarded fantasy epics in literature, the care and attention given to each and every NPC, location and historical in-game event is what sets The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky apart from its contemporaries.

Come join Estelle, Joshua, Scherazard, Olivier and the rest of the cast as they uncover the secret underbelly of Liberl in their first 50+ hour masterpiece, and see what Japanese gamers have been raving about for over ten years.

Key Features:

The original version of the first chapter in this historical series, featuring strategic turn-based combat with unmatched customization.
Over 50 hours of gameplay on average, with countless side-quests, collectibles and secrets to encourage replay.
A vast world where every NPC has a name and personality, every town has its own unique politics and economic concerns, and no detail is ever trivial.
Support for a wide variety of fullscreen and widescreen resolutions, including true 1080p HD.
Fully adjustable controls supporting virtually any USB gamepad, as well as a standard keyboard and mouse setup.
Over two dozen unique Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud support and Steam Trading Cards featuring gorgeous anime-style art from the franchise's original artists.
Numerous updates previously seen only in the handheld version, including:
- Selectable difficulty level and new game+ features on subsequent playthroughs
- Full voice-acting during combat
- "Retry Offset" feature to lower the difficulty of battle with each attempt if desired

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Processor: Pentium III 550 MHz
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Graphics: 32 MB VRAM, 3D accelerator compatible w/ DirectX 9.0c
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 3 GB available space
Sound Card: Compatible with DirectX 9.0c

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OS *: Windows Vista, 7 or 8 (64-bit supported)
Processor: Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Graphics: 64 MB VRAM, 3D accelerator compatible w/ DirectX 9.0c
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 4 GB available space
Sound Card: Compatible with DirectX 9.0c

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The system emphasizes character stats and customization, but level differences can sometimes overshadow strategic depth.",{"_306":1841,"_308":1842,"_310":325,"_312":1064,"_314":1843},"Deep magic customization via Quartz",0.11580666755564221,"The game utilizes a 'Quartz' or 'Orbment' system for magic and ability customization, drawing frequent comparisons to Final Fantasy VII's Materia system. This system allows players to combine different elements and crystals to unlock various spells, passive bonuses, and customize character builds. While offering depth, some find the system overwhelming initially or requiring grinding.",{"_306":1845,"_308":1846,"_310":462,"_312":1847,"_314":1848},"Combat system mixed reception",0.061196092401798685,24,"Some reviewers found the combat system to be just okay, simple, or even a snorefest, even when sped up. Others found it deep enough and easy to understand. Difficulty is generally on the easier side, though some early-game content may require a more strategic approach.",{"_306":1850,"_308":1851,"_310":358,"_312":171,"_314":1852},"Unique character 'Craft' abilities",0.03375730385094137,"Characters possess unique special abilities called 'Crafts' or 'S-Crafts' that utilize a CP (Craft Points) meter. These skills, especially S-Crafts, can deal significant damage and can be used strategically, even during the enemy's turn. The reviewer spent a considerable amount of time viewing each character's S-Craft.",{"_306":1854,"_308":1855,"_310":352,"_312":159,"_314":1856},"Accessibility and anti-grind mechanics",0.022441416320298346,"The game includes accessibility features like a 'Retry Offset' that lowers enemy stats after failed attempts, making battles easier. There's also a system that reduces experience gained from weaker enemies, discouraging grinding. Additionally, random turn-based bonuses like HP healing or critical hits can occur.",{"_306":1858,"_308":1859,"_310":511,"_312":167,"_314":1860},"Setting in Liberl Kingdom",0.02042355275580177,"The game is set in the Liberl Kingdom, a world of orbal technology, airships, swords, and magic. The story follows Estelle and Joshua Bright as they become Junior Bracers and explore the Kingdom of Liberl, learning about its traditions and history.",{"_306":1862,"_308":1863,"_310":414,"_312":155,"_314":1864},"Dynamic party member system",0.01766579021076584,"Party members join and leave throughout the story based on their own objectives, rather than having a static roster. The game allows for a party of up to 4 characters, with dynamic roles and party splitting mechanics.",{"_306":1866,"_308":1863,"_310":414,"_312":155,"_314":1867},"Level-scaled experience system","Experience gain is heavily influenced by level differences, with underleveled characters gaining significantly more experience to catch up. Conversely, overleveled characters receive minimal experience, signaling the player to advance the story.",{"_306":1869,"_308":1870,"_310":462,"_312":155,"_314":1871},"Tactical positioning limitations",0.015962843429799197,"Positioning is not always significant in combat, as movement consumes an entire turn, making area-of-effect attacks more practical. Delaying enemy attacks with moves is a viable strategy. Magic requires a turn to drive, while physical attacks can be used immediately.",{"_306":1873,"_308":1874,"_310":462,"_312":151,"_314":1875},"Cooking and crafting mechanics",0.012864893682051898,"The game features a cooking mechanic where players can discover recipes by eating items and then create their own HP-restoring items. This adds a crafting element to resource management.",{"_306":1877,"_308":1874,"_310":462,"_312":151,"_314":1878},"Gameplay speed-up option","The game includes a speed-up button that affects both battles and map movement, allowing players to accelerate the gameplay. However, this also affects the in-game timer, creating a discrepancy with actual playtime.",{"_306":1880,"_308":1874,"_310":462,"_312":151,"_314":1881},"Slow-burn, narrative-heavy story","The game features a slow-burn narrative with a lot of text, focusing on character introductions and world-building. It sets up events for its sequels, with many characters, locations, organizations, and political intrigues.",{"_306":1883,"_308":1884,"_310":511,"_312":151,"_314":1885},"Low-stakes early adventures",0.010818042979857601,"Early in the game, tasks include rescuing cats and helping with school plays, indicating a focus on low-stakes adventures. The initial quest involves simple tasks like defeating rats in sewers to earn money.",[1887,1891,1895,1899,1903,1907,1911],{"_306":1888,"_308":1889,"_310":325,"_312":359,"_314":1890},"Good performance on PC/Steam Deck",0.0757263008590032,"The game generally runs well, even on older hardware and the Steam Deck. Some users reported needing to adjust settings on the Steam Deck to optimize performance. The PC version supports higher resolutions and ultrawide aspect ratios.",{"_306":1892,"_308":1893,"_310":346,"_312":369,"_314":1894},"Occasional crashes and bugs",0.06490825787914561,"Some players have reported crashes and bugs, with one suggesting a potential fix involving hardware vertex shaders. Frequent saving is recommended to mitigate potential progress loss. Crashing issues present at launch seem to have been patched out for some users.",{"_306":1896,"_308":1897,"_310":352,"_312":199,"_314":1898},"Steam version needs patches",0.05115536687018019,"The Steam version requires fan-made patches for improved BGM, full voice acting, and better translation/fonts.",{"_306":1900,"_308":1901,"_310":358,"_312":115,"_314":1902},"Lag and poor KBM controls",0.0119350092337877,"One reviewer experienced significant lag in certain zones despite having a capable computer. They also criticized the keyboard and mouse controls, suggesting a poor port from the original game.",{"_306":1904,"_308":1905,"_310":352,"_312":115,"_314":1906},"Cutscene loading issues",0.01128743483623014,"Some players have reported issues with cutscenes, such as black screens or failures to load. Disabling movies in the launcher settings may resolve the black screen issue.",{"_306":1908,"_308":1909,"_310":352,"_312":144,"_314":1910},"Turbo mode bug",0.006711548908687227,"Using Turbo 1.5x in combat can cause the game to lock up; a minimum of 2x is recommended.",{"_306":1912,"_308":1913,"_310":414,"_312":144,"_314":1914},"Timer discrepancy",0.006245800026525727,"There is an 8-9 hour difference between the Steam game timer and the in-game timer.",[1916,1921,1926,1931,1936,1941,1945,1948,1952,1956],{"_306":1917,"_308":1918,"_310":319,"_312":1919,"_314":1920},"Excellent series entry point",0.8069487229102302,471,"The game is highly recommended as a great entry point to a beloved and expansive JRPG series. Reviewers praise its engaging story, well-developed characters, and immersive world-building, making it a worthwhile experience for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.",{"_306":1922,"_308":1923,"_310":325,"_312":1924,"_314":1925},"Story-rich, slow-paced JRPG",0.6656960856537312,381,"The game is recommended for players who enjoy story-rich JRPGs with extensive dialogue and turn-based combat. However, it may not appeal to those seeking fast-paced action or concise experiences due to its slow pace and emphasis on world-building.",{"_306":1927,"_308":1928,"_310":511,"_312":1929,"_314":1930},"Strongly recommended overall",0.347215281862784,306,"Many reviewers express strong positive sentiments, recommending the game without hesitation. However, these points often lack specific details about gameplay or mechanics, reducing their overall constructiveness.",{"_306":1932,"_308":1933,"_310":358,"_312":1934,"_314":1935},"Play in release order",0.13343745979418487,50,"Playing the games in the intended order is crucial for understanding the story and characters throughout the series. Starting with later entries like 'Cold Steel' may lead to missed context and a desire to experience the series from the beginning.",{"_306":1937,"_308":1938,"_310":352,"_312":1939,"_314":1940},"Mixed opinions; consider skipping",0.1204747830212468,47,"Some reviewers express mixed feelings, with some recommending skipping the game in favor of later entries or summaries due to its flaws. However, others still plan to play the sequel, indicating a divided opinion on the game's overall quality and value.",{"_306":1942,"_308":1943,"_310":414,"_312":163,"_314":1944},"Anticipating 2025 remake",0.023944265144698797,"Some reviewers are anticipating the release of a remastered version in 2025. They suggest waiting for the remake to enjoy improved graphics and potentially additional features like French translation.",{"_306":1946,"_308":1855,"_310":352,"_312":159,"_314":1947},"Buy sequel during sales","Reviewers recommend purchasing the sequel (SC) along with the first game, especially during sales. This is because the first game's ending strongly encourages continuing the story immediately.",{"_306":1949,"_308":1950,"_310":462,"_312":163,"_314":1951},"Consider gameplay difficulty/speed",0.021636085959715202,"Some reviewers suggest using turbo mode to move and explore faster. Others recommend playing on Nightmare difficulty with Retry Offset OFF for a challenging experience, while some suggest normal difficulty.",{"_306":1953,"_308":1954,"_310":352,"_312":155,"_314":1955},"Install Evo Voice Mod",0.018983126982391647,"Installing the Evo Voice Mod is highly recommended to add Japanese voice acting to the first five games. This enhances the immersive experience and allows players to fully appreciate the emotional depth and character development.",{"_306":1957,"_308":1863,"_310":414,"_312":155,"_314":1958},"Use guide for completion","For players aiming for 100% completion or wanting to experience all side content, using a guide is highly recommended. This helps avoid missing hidden quests and in-game books, but be cautious of spoilers.",[1960,1965,1969,1972,1975,1979,1982,1986],{"_306":1961,"_308":1962,"_310":773,"_312":1963,"_314":1964},"Prologue to expansive series",0.12377412574420465,39,"This game is the first entry in a large, interconnected series and serves as a prologue to a much larger story. Many plot threads are not resolved within this game, requiring players to continue with the sequels to experience the full narrative.",{"_306":1966,"_308":1967,"_310":785,"_312":409,"_314":1968},"Text-heavy; fan patches enhance experience",0.10459318050204754,"The game is text-heavy with limited voice acting, resembling a visual novel. However, high-quality fan-made translation and voice patches are available to enhance the experience. The official Steam version lacks Chinese localization and voice acting.",{"_306":1970,"_308":1795,"_310":352,"_312":195,"_314":1971},"Anime art style, steampunk setting","The game features an anime art style within a steampunk fantasy world, typical of Falcom's JRPGs. The visual style uses sprites pre-rendered from 3D models, evoking nostalgia for PS2-era RPGs.",{"_306":1973,"_308":1851,"_310":358,"_312":171,"_314":1974},"Evolving NPC dialogues, hidden quests","NPCs have unique names and their dialogues evolve as the story progresses. Hidden quests require speaking to almost all NPCs after every main quest.",{"_306":1976,"_308":1977,"_310":511,"_312":179,"_314":1978},"Unique, memorable experience",0.026687491958836976,"The Legend of Heroes saga tends to inspire unique and memorable experiences. The reviewer mentions playing the game on Steam Deck and using Proton compatibility settings.",{"_306":1980,"_308":1855,"_310":352,"_312":159,"_314":1981},"Story of Estelle and Joshua","The game follows Estelle and Joshua as they train to become Bracers, who are police-like figures that handle various tasks. The story focuses on Estelle's coming-of-age as she seeks to uncover her father's fate.",{"_306":1983,"_308":1984,"_310":414,"_312":151,"_314":1985},"Missable achievements, patch issues",0.014237345236793734,"Some achievements are missable, and applying patches may disable achievements, which could affect achievement hunters.",{"_306":1987,"_308":1988,"_310":462,"_312":115,"_314":1989},"Diverse cultural influences, lore",0.009491563491195823,"The game amalgamates diverse cultural and historical influences in a distinct blend of East & West. The game features mysterious lore that serves as a spine to the story.",{"_577":1991,"_585":1995,"_595":2001},{"_579":1992,"_581":1993,"_583":1994},7675,6587,1088,[1996,1997,1998,1489,593,1999,1488,2000],"Turn-based RPG","Single-player Story","Exploration","Crafting","Character Customization",[2002,2005,2008,2011,2014,2017,2020,2023,2026,2029,2032,2034,2037,2040,2043,2046,2049],{"_306":2003,"_310":311,"_314":2004},"Improved game stability and bug fixes","Players report random crashes, bugs, and version-specific issues (e.g., GOG cloud save problems), leading to lost progress and frustration.",{"_306":2006,"_310":319,"_314":2007},"Official Japanese voice acting","Many players recommend installing fan-made patches for full Japanese voice acting, indicating a strong desire for this feature to be officially supported.",{"_306":2009,"_310":382,"_314":2010},"Improved UI/UX and menu navigation","The game's menu system and UI are described as confusing and cumbersome, especially when using a gamepad, making navigation difficult.",{"_306":2012,"_310":325,"_314":2013},"Combat system rebalancing and variety improvements","The combat system is criticized for being unbalanced, repetitive, and sometimes tedious, with reliance on specific strategies or grinding due to difficulty spikes.",{"_306":2015,"_310":325,"_314":2016},"Clearer indication of missable content","The game features numerous missable quests, items, and events without clear indication, forcing players to use guides for 100% completion.",{"_306":2018,"_310":346,"_314":2019},"Improved in-game maps (world and dungeon)","Players report issues with unhelpful world maps and a lack of maps in dungeons, making navigation difficult and frustrating.",{"_306":2021,"_310":346,"_314":2022},"Expanded character and party customization options","The game's character development and party customization are noted as limited, with linear progression and fixed party members, leading to monotony.",{"_306":2024,"_310":358,"_314":2025},"Improved graphics/visuals","The game's graphics and overall design are described as dated, with some players anticipating a remake for improved visuals.",{"_306":2027,"_310":358,"_314":2028},"More language options/subtitles","The game lacks certain language options, such as Chinese localization and French translation, which limits accessibility for some players.",{"_306":2030,"_310":358,"_314":2031},"Improved keyboard and mouse controls","One reviewer criticized the keyboard and mouse controls, suggesting a poor port from the original game.",{"_306":1029,"_310":352,"_314":2033},"A reviewer experienced significant lag in certain zones despite having a capable computer, indicating a need for better optimization.",{"_306":2035,"_310":414,"_314":2036},"Fix Turbo mode bug","Using Turbo 1.5x in combat can cause the game to lock up, requiring players to use a minimum of 2x speed to avoid issues.",{"_306":2038,"_310":414,"_314":2039},"Fix cutscene loading issues","Some players reported issues with cutscenes, such as black screens or failures to load, which can disrupt the narrative.",{"_306":2041,"_310":462,"_314":2042},"Fix in-game timer discrepancy","There is an 8-9 hour difference between the Steam game timer and the in-game timer, which can be confusing for players tracking their progress.",{"_306":2044,"_310":462,"_314":2045},"Official patches for improved BGM and fonts","The Steam version requires fan-made patches for improved BGM and better fonts, suggesting a desire for these enhancements to be officially integrated.",{"_306":2047,"_310":462,"_314":2048},"Final boss rebalancing","The final boss fight is criticized for being overly long and challenging, often consisting of multiple consecutive battles, leading to player exhaustion.",{"_306":2050,"_310":462,"_314":2051},"Improved monster visibility","Monsters are difficult to see, leading to unexpected collisions and frustration during 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