Ember (2016)

 PC
User Score
6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 3 out of 16

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  1. Greeensky
    Sep 24, 2016
    8
    It's a pretty pleasurable to play hack'n'slash, you can play either mage, archer or warrior, there is no ability tree, all the abilities are gained from items, which is an interesting way, even if not exactly functioning.

    Basically a character can have 3 skills and each skill costs energy, problem is ... that energy is not regenerating, you have to either take a nap every encounter (in    It's a pretty pleasurable to play hack'n'slash, you can play either mage, archer or warrior, there is no ability tree, all the abilities are gained from items, which is an interesting way, even if not exactly functioning.

    Basically a character can have 3 skills and each skill costs energy, problem is ... that energy is not regenerating, you have to either take a nap every encounter (in the beginning one group of enemies will force you to deplete your energy ...) or drink some potions, which are relatively difficult to come by, unless you have enough plants to craft a potion.

    The game also puts a lot of importance on crafting, the "lightbringer" can basically craft anything, helmet, chest, sword, bow, staff etc., as long as you find/buy the recipe of course.

    What I liked most about the game were the side quests, somehow they were pleasurable enough for me to complete all of them, even if they proved to be a pain in the ass ...

    Combat is challenging, especially in the beginning, but the longer you play, the easier it gets as they say.

    I honestly don't know why I finished the game, it didn't feel special in any way and yet it was pleasurable enough not to just quit and forget about, I was on a quest to save the embers and that's what I had to do!    … Expand
  2. MasterBata
    Sep 25, 2016
    8
    This is a nice 20-25 hour RPG game. While it is limited in terms of number of skills and items, it all seems to be quite well balanced.
    Everything seems to be just about right. Not too many side quests, not too few either. Enemies are powerful enough to give you some challenge all the way throughout gameplay, but are not overpowering.
    I just wish there were some good items to be gained    This is a nice 20-25 hour RPG game. While it is limited in terms of number of skills and items, it all seems to be quite well balanced.
    Everything seems to be just about right. Not too many side quests, not too few either. Enemies are powerful enough to give you some challenge all the way throughout gameplay, but are not overpowering.
    I just wish there were some good items to be gained from questing and monster killing. Because all the good stuff (well most of it) can be easily crafted.

    To be honest, this game is nothing special. But for some reason, it made me want to complete all the side and main quests. Which I can't say about any recent AAA titles...    … Expand
  3. Thilus
    Nov 10, 2016
    6
    Ember is a game that has a simplistic side to it. The story is simplistic. The leveling system is simplistic. The crafting is simplistic. Even the combat system is simplistic. Yet, at the very same time, the game is very absorbing, and has a real charm.

    The gameplay is a little rough around the edges. You can feel that this is a mobile port, which means a lot of clicking and    Ember is a game that has a simplistic side to it. The story is simplistic. The leveling system is simplistic. The crafting is simplistic. Even the combat system is simplistic. Yet, at the very same time, the game is very absorbing, and has a real charm.

    The gameplay is a little rough around the edges. You can feel that this is a mobile port, which means a lot of clicking and drag'n'dropping which was probably much easier on iPad than it is with a mouse. This makes combat more than a little clanky and unintuitive.

    I suppose that on mobile devices it could have been a smash hit, but on PC it's "just" one of those RPGs that you'll play for 20+ hours and then move on to something more challenging. It is hard to define what makes this game so likable, but it has a "soul" that is difficult to come by these days in modern AAA games industry. Ember is surely well-worth its asking price    … Expand
  4. Rounderone
    Sep 26, 2016
    10
    This game is OUTSTANDING. Artwork, sound, combat, interesting story, NO GLITCHES. I never leave reviews but this game is so uniquely good I had to do it this time. I would!D have been willing to pay a lot more money for a game like this. Hopefully there will be add-ons or sequels. Keep up the good work Ember creators!!!
  5. Seno12
    Oct 31, 2016
    10
    Fantastic fantasy isometric RPG, game is a mix of Baldur's gate, Diablo, Pillars Of Eternity and Divinity Original Sin, Graphic is Great, and it's a Damn steal for that price, on Steam and Gog :)
  6. destinyfan1
    Jan 28, 2017
    8
    Ember isn't a masterpiece but does mush better then other rpg's with great combat, story and crafting
    but the enviroments look like they are stolen from other rpg's and the game is somethimes boring
    but overral very good
  7. Homer89Bronco
    Jul 27, 2021
    10
    One of the most under rated games I've found. I thought this was more well made than most of the big name titles. Sure it's simple compared to the big RPG's but that is also part of what makes this game so good.

    This is a well rounded game that has that certain quality you notice when you're excited to keep playing a game. It may not be super long but it's price tag justifies it.

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Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. RPG Fan
    Dec 12, 2016
    67
    If you’re looking for an introduction to isometric RPGs Ember might be the game for you, but if you’re looking for a deeper, more memorable experience, I recommend looking elsewhere.
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  2. Eurogamer Italy
    Nov 18, 2016
    70
    A good looking quite-old-style RPG, with a solid story and some very nice gameplay mechanics... not perfect, but still enjoyable.
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  3. Worth Playing
    Nov 4, 2016
    70
    In the end, Ember is a good RPG that caters more to genre beginners than veterans. The trimming of the traits and the abolishment of classes makes it easier for some players to concentrate on the gameplay instead of character and party micromanagement. That's not necessarily a bad thing, as everything from the gameplay to the story is rather solid despite not really doing anything to stand out from the crowd.
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