DEEP 8

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Giving this game a thumbs up due to how unique it is, and because I would love to see more games made by creative individuals rather than soulless corporate cash grabs. That being said, I ended up quitting Deep 8 because the mini-games ruined it for me. I don’t know why some rpg devs do this. Turn-based combat and resource management is interesting enough on its own, why ruin it with horrible mini-games? You don’t see Call of Duty interrupt their gameplay with chess matches. Metroidvanias don’t “shake things up” with rhythm dance sections. RPG game devs, here’s the thing: RPG gamers actually enjoy RPG mechanics. We’re not gritting our teeth through turn-based battles hoping and praying for the trickiest platforming ever to come and visit. I’m really sour about this because I really wanted to see what would happen, this game’s story is so interesting, the characters are so unique. Such a shame!

DEEP 8 is an ambitious science-fiction role-playing game that draws considerable inspiration from the style and structure of classic 1990s RPGs while introducing several unconventional ideas of its own. Developed and published by IndependentArt, it has the unmistakable character of a highly personal indie production, favoring mechanical experimentation, exploration, and unusual storytelling over blockbuster presentation. Turn-based battles form the foundation of the experience, but platforming, puzzles, environmental interaction, character progression, side quests, and exploration ensure that the adventure rarely revolves around combat alone. The journey unfolds throughout Omnia, a solar system built around three stars and a collection of locations that players can explore with the assistance of Sabres, a talking airship. This interplanetary framework gives the adventure a broader science-fiction identity than a traditional fantasy RPG. Exploration rewards curiosity through hidden objects, secrets, optional encounters, Easter eggs, environmental puzzles, and side content. Areas can demand more interaction than simply walking between treasure chests and enemies, with jumping, grabb…

"Deep 8" предлагает увлекательную игру в стиле пазла, где игроку нужно пройти через сложные магические лабиринты, собирая предметы и избегая препятствий. Геймплей сочетает стратегию и интеллект, с уникальными механиками, которые делают каждый уровень интересным. Визуальная атмосфера и музыка добавляют глубину, но некоторые уровни требуют больше усилий, чем они оправдывают. В целом, игра поднимает стандарты в этом жанре, но при этом остаётся на уровне современных игр.

good for being free but I probably wouldn't pay too much for it. I heard it has been on sale for around 18$ which is somewhat appropriate for the game's length but not the depth and variety it fails to deliver. tl;dr; it's a weird game which has its moments but overall it's gonna be an interesting, fun and eerie experience. [h1] Dialogue [/h1] if you're bored and looking for a time machine into old school rpgmaker games with quirky and raw dialogue (can't speak for the english version as I played on german) this game will somewhat deliver - even if forced at some points. in some parts the dialogue is basically self-aware of being this way and then in crucial moments of the plot it still pulls through this scheme, where you wouldn't expect it. [h1] Plot/Story (SPOILERS HEAD) [/h1] the beginning is very interesting and got me hooked because of the premise, that a race literally has the power to [spoiler] eradicate planets with a gigantic cannon and in general is just overwhelmingly powerful, which gives a sense of helplessnes (considering early on you see that these people are your enemies) [/spoiler] the development of the characters is the most important factor since I have a…

Feels like I played a long lost Sega CD RPG from the panty punishment timeline. Highly recommended!