Sea Fantasy

Release Date: January 7, 2025

RPG, fantasy, fishing, platformers, post-apocalypse, 2D, arcade elements, top-down, indie games, jRPG, singleplayer

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An unusual combination of a jRPG with an arcade game. The story of Sea Fantasy takes place in a submerged world and the key element of the game is fishing. We can "fight" the fantasy sea fauna using the fishing equipment we've built. It's also crucial to explore the dungeons filled with treasures and traps.

Story
Gameplay
Engine and graphics

Sea Fantasy is an independent arcade jRPG, in which we save the world with the help of a fishing rod and a hook. The development was handled by Metasla, a three-person studio from Japan mainly engaged in mobile games.

Story

In the world of Sea Fantasy, 70% of the continent was submerged as a result of the war. Rod and Axel set off on a fishing trip, during which they encounter a wounded glowing beast.The Dragon enlists the help of young men to stop the resurrection of the Black Dragon, a biological weapon used in war. It turns out that the world will be saved by the fishing skills of friends.

Gameplay

In Sea Fantasy we explore the open world alongside a companion, traveling both on foot, by ship and by submarine. The heart of the gameplay is catching over 100 types of "SeaAZ" - mysterious sea creatures. After casting the fishing rod in the fishing spot, the "fight" stage begins, in which we have to reduce the creature's life bar to zero by performing arcade actions within a certain time limit.

Animals caught in this way allow us to obtain materials useful for creating new fishing rods with characteristic statistics and hooks. The equipment also includes new types of bait and clothing. We earn money through trade and we can develop our character by advancing to the next levels.

The world of Sea Fantasy is full of dungeons where, apart from treasures, we encounter traps. Sea Fantasy sometimes switches from top-down to side-on view, presenting players with platforming challenges and testing our dexterity in fights with our opponents.

Engine and graphics

The Unity engine-powered Sea Fantasy features pixel art graphics reminiscent of titles made in the RPG Maker program.

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[2:55] Sea Fantasy - Trailer #1

85%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (321)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Engaging Fishing Mechanics: Many reviews highlight the fun and addictive nature of the fishing battles, which involve timing-based mechanics and unique abilities for different fish (SeaAZ).
Fast Gameplay Loop: Players appreciate the quick respawn of fish and the absence of forced encounters, allowing for a satisfying flow of battles.
Variety of Content: The game features boss fights, crafting systems, and a mix of different gameplay genres, which keeps the experience fresh and interesting.
Charming Art and Sound Design: The pixel art style and creature designs are generally well-received, contributing to the game's charm.
Active Development: Some users noted that developers are actively working on translation and performance improvements, which is a positive sign for future updates.

The main cons of the game

Poor Translation Quality: A significant number of reviews mention the awkward and confusing English translation, which detracts from the overall experience.
Basic and Confusing Stats/Gearing: Players found the gear progression and stats to be too simplistic and lacking depth, leading to a feeling of pointlessness in crafting and equipment choices.
Short Playtime: Many users felt the game was too short, with some completing it in just a few hours, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction regarding its value.
Performance Issues: Several reviews pointed out lag and optimization problems, particularly on high-end systems, which affected gameplay.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Depth in Crafting and Gear Mechanics: Users expressed a desire for more complex crafting systems and gear interactions that would allow for varied playstyles and strategies.
Improved Story and Lore: Many players found the story to be shallow and the dialogue lacking depth, wishing for more engaging narratives and character development.
Fishing Mechanics Variety: Some players noted the absence of traditional fishing elements like bait, tackle, or environmental conditions affecting fishing, which could enhance the fishing experience.
Expanded World and Content: A number of reviews suggested that the game could benefit from larger maps, more side quests, and additional endgame content to extend playtime and engagement.

Summary generated on: February 3, 2025