Asguaard

RPG Maker strikes again! Asguaard is one of hundreds of low effort retro-pixel RPG Maker asset/construction kit flips spamming the Steam catalog, made with the RPG Maker video game construction kit... in their own words, "Our easy to use tools are simple enough for a child." Like all RPG Maker "games", this is essentially a bunch of low quality/canned assets from RPG Maker coupled with a cringeworthy high school anime club fan fiction. As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer. The point can be made that the intention of RPG Maker is to make demos and small games to pass around friends, and shouldn't be used for "professional" game development. This time Andorlea/Warfare/SimProse/whatever other shell account this guy uses to try hide his identity has once more stamped out a painfully generic copy + paste RPG Maker asset flip. It's horribly basic, riddled with grammatical and spelling errors, full of stock copy + pasted RPG Maker assets... no real game development has taken place here, this is just a cash grab, it…

Asguaard, developed and published by Aldorlea Games, is an expansive, retro-style RPG that places a strong emphasis on exploration and scale, offering an experience that feels both ambitious and demanding. Built using RPG Maker, it follows a familiar premise of a young protagonist drawn into a magical world facing a looming crisis, but the narrative quickly takes a back seat to the game’s true focus: a vast, interconnected world filled with secrets, hidden paths, and countless optional discoveries. Rather than guiding players along a clearly defined route, the game encourages them to carve their own path, often with minimal direction. The gameplay adheres to traditional turn-based RPG mechanics, with players engaging in battles that rely on standard systems such as physical attacks, magic abilities, and character progression through leveling and equipment. These mechanics are easy to understand and remain consistent throughout the game, making it accessible at a basic level. However, the combat does not evolve significantly, and over time it can begin to feel repetitive. While there are elements of customization, particularly through skills learned from various trainers scattered …

The first part of the game is alright, but when you get to Savioropolis, you're supposed to find the elder in some sort of Tower of Saviour. However, the elder just isn't there! After that, I got stuck in the village and couldn't progress further in the game. I tried several times, but the elder never showed up. In the end, I decided to uninstall the game. Even for 1 euro, I don't think this is acceptable.

It's a great game, and it's incredibly cheap. You literally do not lose anything.

I played this game recently and in the end would recommend it with a caveat. Its an old game on an old engine. If you are the type who insists all games run at 3560 x 2440 or whatever the hot resolution is now at 144 fps or whatever, forget it. This game first came out almost 15 years ago before any of that existed, using an engine that had no idea those resolutions would ever exist. At time the original game came out (before the Steam release) the common resolution was 640 x 480, and controllers were still a relic that PC's hadn't gotten good support for. So keep ALL of that in mind before you play. With that caveat. the game overall plays a lot like 80s/90s RPGs. If you play and like those you will like this. Plot is simple and does its job. I saw some complained about flow of the plot and do agree with some of the points brought up, but it didn't detract from the game for me. But I also grew up on games that the most plot it had was Go slay wizard. Battles are old school balance, which means prepare to get your bones ripped to shreds from time to time. However you can set difficulty all the way down to Story Mode at start of game (which is what I did in the end and how come I …

"Asguaard," a JRPG with potential, ultimately falls short in delivering a well-rounded gaming experience. Its high points, such as appealing tile art and an engaging battle system, are overshadowed by a plethora of drawbacks. The game's use of skill trainers offers a unique twist to character development, yet this feature alone can't carry the entire experience. Regrettably, the character art is a significant letdown, lacking in professionalism and resembling amateurish, middle school-level drawings. This, combined with poorly executed cutscenes, detracts from the game's overall appeal. A unique but frustrating feature, the experience baskets, demands excessive time to collect without providing clear feedback on the benefits gained, making them more of a chore than a feature. Music in "Asguaard" is another sore point. Each area's soundtrack consists of short, repetitious melodies that quickly become tedious. The lack of variety in the audio landscape significantly detracts from the game's atmosphere. The game's technical aspects also leave much to be desired. The absence of controller support is a notable omission, limiting accessibility and comfort for many players. Addit…