Batora: Lost Haven Review (cdawg0616)
Really enjoying myself so far. I was a bit concerned at first b/c of the WASD movement and twin stick-style of combat (since I play with a mouse and keyboard), but I got used to it pretty fast. It helps that I can control my character with either WASD or the RMB, so it's up to me whatever feels more comfortable to use.
I'm liking the story so far, it's definitely engaging, with just enough of a hint of mystery to keep me wanting to figure out what happens next. I also really like the environmental puzzles. They are simple enough that you'll be able to figure it out if you stop and think for a bit, while also being complicated enough to not be completely pointless. I'm also a big fan of the graphics and the art style, and if I'm not mistaken, the VA for Avril is the same one who voiced Panam in Cyberpunk 2077.
Also, the boss battles are top notch! Having faced two major story bosses so far, I can't praise the boss battle design enough! It's very reminiscent of boss battles in games like Darksiders as opposed to traditional ARPGs where you can usually just outgear / outlevel the content and trivialize the boss.
Overall, I'd definitely recommend this one, even at full price. As far as indie ARPGs go, this one is one of the better ones I've played in a long time, and a definite diamond in the rough! Also, I've heard there are multiple endings you can get based on your choices in game, as well as a NG+ mode, so I'll almost certainly be getting my money's worth.