Summary of "Othercide - Review After 100%"
Othercide - Review Summary
Game Overview:
- Genre: Indie roguelite tactical role-playing game (TRPG).
- Visual Style: Unique and dark, with Lovecraftian horror themes.
- Main Character: The Mother, who sends echoes of herself (Daughters) to fight against a force called Suffering.
Storyline:
- The narrative is cryptic and deals with themes of childhood trauma.
- Players battle against minions of Suffering to undo a world overtaken by horror.
- The game hints at deeper subtexts, possibly relating to personal trauma and humanity's darker aspects.
Gameplay Highlights:
- Structure: The game consists of turn-based tactical battles presented as missions over several days.
- Progression: Players can gain core elements from failed runs, allowing for continued progression.
- Difficulty Modes:
- Nightmare Mode: Original difficulty with no healing between missions.
- Dream Mode: Easier, with healing and a free resurrection token for each run.
Key Mechanics:
- Daughters: The primary units in combat, each can be leveled up and gain skills.
- Vitae Shards: Used for upgrading skills and creating new Daughters.
- Remembrances: Buffs that enhance abilities, allowing players to skip ahead in runs.
- Combat Classes:
- Blade Master (high damage)
- Shield Bearer (tank)
- Soul Slinger (ranged support)
- Scythe Dancer (armor reduction)
Combat System:
- Turn-based with an action point system.
- Players manage turns and actions carefully to maximize effectiveness.
- Boss fights are more puzzle-like and require strategic planning.
Strategies and Tips:
- Focus on building a strong team of Daughters, ideally around five for maximum effectiveness.
- Utilize resurrection tokens strategically to maintain strong units across runs.
- Pay attention to the timeline system to optimize turns and manage enemy actions.
- Grinding may be necessary, especially before the final boss, which presents a significant difficulty spike.
Positives:
- Engaging tactical gameplay and unique visual style.
- Good for beginners in the TRPG genre.
- Interesting lore and atmosphere.
Negatives:
- Repetitive gameplay, especially during grinding for the final boss.
- Lack of enemy variety can lead to monotony in later stages.
Conclusion:
Othercide is recommended for fans of the genre, particularly at a discounted price. It offers a compelling experience, though players should be prepared for potential grinding towards the end.
Featured Gamers/Sources:
- Mortum (Video Reviewer)
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