Introduction
Archetype Arcadia is an isekai visual novel game that offers an exceptional amount of content and a deep story. With over 50 hours of gameplay, it presents a beautiful backdrop and engaging music.
Storyline
The world has fallen to a disease known as “Peccatomania”, which has wiped out most of humanity. The protagonist, Rust, is immune to the disease but his sister suddenly falls ill. The only way to slow the progression of the disease is to spend time within a virtual world. Rust dives in to find a cure for his sister.
Gameplay
The game introduces a rather long tutorial that isn’t shy about going over the game’s mechanics. It mixes other game genres with a very interesting story. The game does a great job of referencing past events hours after they occur to remind you of it.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Archetype Arcadia are stunning. The game’s world is beautifully rendered, with detailed environments and character models. The sound design is equally impressive, with a soundtrack that perfectly complements the game’s atmosphere.
Controls
The controls in Archetype Arcadia are intuitive and responsive, making it easy to navigate the game’s world and interact with its many elements. The game also offers a variety of customization options, allowing players to tailor the controls to their liking.
Critique
While the game is generally a good read and could have been a truly special game, the presentation undermines it a little. The game developers seem to have gotten too caught up with conceptualizing a VR MMO to actually tell the story. These digressions can be exhausting.
However, what will help keep you invested, especially in the early stages, is the sense of mystery. The game does let you get lost within it. You can easily forget a few hours as you press through to find out what happens next.
Conclusion
If you like visual novels and want something a bit “more” while still being really close to the VN format, then Archetype Arcadia is for you. If you’re looking for something with a virtual simulation theme, Archetype Arcadia is also a really good pick.
REVIEW : Costa Verde Transport Department (PC)
