RPG Maker Let's Play - Fading Remnants - Game Critique
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Hello everyone! In this RPG Maker Let's Play, we look into the hauntingly beautiful world of "Fading Remnants" by Lazy Bum Studios. This was an IGMC Contest Entry and, like others we've critiqued, is part of a much larger work-in-progress.
To speak simply, we found this game to be astounding in so many ways. The visuals and audio, the way the atmosphere comes together, the solid level design, the characters, and the unique world... all of it comes together to paint a picture worthy of admiration. This is one of those "see it to believe it" games, and even the simplistic puzzles (which we suspect will get more complex as the game goes on) fit into the narrative. We were very impressed.
SPOILERS: Teal suspects that the characters of Devon and Angela are imaginary, existing only within Lia's head. Therefore, we'll be tackling our main issue with the game first under the assumption this is incorrect... and then under the assumption that this is correct.
Our main issue is that Lia is very flat and two dimensional, a wallpaper character that adds nothing to the story, even as the narrator. At first, we thought she was a silent protagonist. Next, we were confused as to who she was. Then, we had trouble getting in her head. Finally, we found ourselves dissatisfied with the way she is portrayed.
If Teal is incorrect, Lia must have a bust graphic, and her personality needs to be more varied. She and her two friends need to interact more with the NPCs as a trio and not a funneled duo. Devon and Angela's character sprites need to appear in more cutscenes. Lia needs some character faults to make her less of a Mary Sue.
If Teal is correct, then the focus needs to be even more internal. Devon and Angela only argue at this point, forming Lia's dissonance and alternative points of view. But they also need to serve other functions. They need to help her think through puzzles, decide on courses of action, and understand the world around her. There are shades of this, which is what led Teal to her suspicion, but there needs to be more... much more. And, like before, Lia needs faults as the "main persona". Right now, she is too perfect, even with two imaginary friends.
Also, in Steel's opinion, Devon is too stupid and Angela is too mean. This can be forgiven mostly if Teal's suspicion is correct; however, if she is incorrect, then they absolutely need to be less stereotypical.
Overall, though, this is the beginning to an amazing journey, one we cannot wait to see where it goes. What do you all think? How can this game be the best it can be? Let us know in the comments below!
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