It’s hard not to give 5 stars to a game that’s clearly a labor of love from a small team. While it’s not without flaws, it absolutely captivated me from start to finish — and I’m grateful it exists. The presentation is the highlight: striking color choices and beautifully crafted pixel art that leaves just enough to the imagination. It’s clear every detail was made with purpose, and it shows. Sound design is great, though the music didn’t stick with me. The synthwave style felt a bit overused and sometimes flattened the mood rather than enhancing it. Voice acting fits well — not mind-blowing, but never distracting. A few moments made me wonder if I’d prefer imagining the voices myself, but I never felt the need to turn them off. Controls are tight and responsive, keeping the pace smooth and modern. Gameplay-wise, it leans more toward an interactive story than a traditional point-and-click. Chapters are small, puzzles are nearby, and hints are clear. It makes for a seamless experience, though at times it felt more like watching a great series than solving a game. Still, I never got stuck — and that’s a strength too. A harder mode could be nice in the future. The second half does ease off the mystery and depth a bit, and I’d have loved to see it lean further into those early themes. Some ambiguity would’ve made it linger longer in my mind. But despite that, it completely hooked me until the credits. What truly won me over were the themes — especially in the first half, where the story hinted at deeper, darker undercurrents and left space for interpretation. I loved the gritty tone, the sense of something uneasy just beneath the surface. Even if the second half eased off that mystery a bit, the journey was still compelling all the way through. It’s rough in spots, sure, but the heart behind it shines through clearly. Congrats, and please keep going. I’ll be watching for whatever you make next!
Step 1 - Ignore Oblivion and Skyrim. These games might look similar, but Morrowind comes from the world of pen & paper, dice roll style old school RPGs. Emphasis on game mechanics, not "action". Don't try to compare, take it as is. Step 2 - Don't stress character creation. Choose whatever you like and experiment. Eventually you can offset "bad choices" and specialize however you want. Don't waste time rerolling for that "perfect character" over and over again, you'll ruin your fun. Step 3 - Chill out & Immerse yourself. Don't chase quest lines. Go explore, try out different things, travel to different cities and villages, talk to NPCs,. Let yourself be distracted & invest your time into whatever interests YOU. Step 4 - Consider it a sandbox. The game is not a linear experience. Use your imagination, combine playstyles, create new spells or enchantments, occupy a house and decorate it with loot... Set your own goals. Step 5 - Enjoy.
