Science is often described as the pursuit of knowledge and understanding through observation, experimentation, and analysis. It is a systematic approach to studying the natural world and uncovering its laws and principles. However, there are times when science seems to border on the realm of magic. It is as if scientists possess a sort of magical power to uncover hidden truths and perform incredible feats. One of the ways in which science appears magical is through its ability to transform the world around us. Through scientific discoveries and inventions, we have been able to revolutionize our lives in countless ways.
Curse of Eternity by contrast takes that difficulty and then also tries to capture the feeling of Demon’s Souls but fails miserably. For example, the perk system that you can customize when leveling up isn’t particularly great as it’s pretty much a talent tree. Movement and combat were even more of problem as they were anything but fluid. For a title that requires you to make precision moves in order to fight and beat incredibly overpowered monsters and bosses, having janky controls is unforgivable. If the gameplay was smooth and responsive, then Curse of Eternity might have been able to get away with its punishing difficulty. But even the best players are going to get killed from time to time because of the bad controls.
Gameplay Curse of Eternity is billed as a hardcore action RPG, so I was expecting it to play a bit like Zelda, or maybe like Shadow of Mordor if it focused on the combat. Gameplay Curse of Eternity is billed as a hardcore action RPG, so I was expecting it to play a bit like Zelda, or maybe like Shadow of Mordor if it focused on the combat.
Through scientific discoveries and inventions, we have been able to revolutionize our lives in countless ways. From harnessing electricity to developing life-saving medicines, science has made the seemingly impossible, possible. It is as if scientists have a magical ability to defy the limitations of the natural world and reshape it to suit our needs and desires.
Trying for a Souls-Like Action RPG in Curse of Eternity
Hey all. Today I’m reviewing a title that’s a Dungeon and Dragons like action RPG, and it really tries to be difficult and challenging like a Dark Souls type of game. It’s Curse of Eternity. One could even say that in many ways it’s a bit of a clone of Dark Souls, although one without many of the advantages that the series offers.
Plot: Curse of Eternity is set in a medieval fantasy world where most of the population is enslaved to an evil demigoddess. The plot is thin enough to almost be nonexistent. It’s so bare bones that it mostly exists in order to set up the world so that players can dive into the game and start adventuring. It does that but not much else. Nobody is going to play Curse of Eternity because of its plot.
Gameplay: Curse of Eternity is billed as a hardcore action RPG, so I was expecting it to play a bit like Zelda, or maybe like Shadow of Mordor if it focused on the combat.
My initial thoughts on the title were this: “Okay this is a pretty basic tutorial. Oh, a stamina bar, well okay, I can deal with that even if I’m not a huge fan of the gameplay device itself. And there’s a dodge mechanic. Let’s open this chest like it says to do. Oh god no…” What I found in that chest was a set of potions that immediately confirmed to me what type of game I was playing. The key thing that tipped me off to what this title actually is was the fact that the potions refilled at checkpoints. I instantly knew what game this was, a clone of Dark Souls.
Frankly, I don’t understand why developers think that copying the mechanics of Dark Souls makes for a great game that’ll sell crazy well. Yes, Elden Ring was fantastic and had revived interest in the overall series and that extended far beyond the core group of players who love Souls titles, but before that it was more of a cult hit.
For example, 2009’s Demon Souls was a cult classic that players either loved or hated. It had a very niche following. The gameplay itself wasn’t exceptional. What got it such a following was the sheer difficulty of succeeding. Movement wasn’t fluid, the combat wasn’t spectacular, and it was very much handed out piecemeal in comparison to most titles.
Curse of Eternity by contrast takes that difficulty and then also tries to capture the feeling of Demon’s Souls but fails miserably. For example, the perk system that you can customize when leveling up isn’t particularly great as it’s pretty much a talent tree. Movement and combat were even more of problem as they were anything but fluid. For a title that requires you to make precision moves in order to fight and beat incredibly overpowered monsters and bosses, having janky controls is unforgivable. If the gameplay was smooth and responsive, then Curse of Eternity might have been able to get away with its punishing difficulty. But even the best players are going to get killed from time to time because of the bad controls.
Art: The art is very polygonal, and it looks like it’s from the GameCube era. There is really no excuse for a modern title to look so generic. I realize that it is made by a small indie team, but so are a lot of games these days that look far better than Curse of Eternity.
Music: Looking at some of the trailers, I was expecting a great heavy metal soundtrack which would really have helped to set it apart from other titles. However, there was not much of that. The music was pretty generic and uninspiring.
Overall: Curse of Eternity is a Souls-like clone that isn’t really innovative or polished to the degree that gamers should expect from a modern title. If you really want to get a Souls fix and don’t feel like booting up one of the older Souls games, then you might enjoy it. But Curse of Eternity really does not offer much in the way of gameplay or uniqueness for most players.
Another aspect of science that resembles magic is its ability to predict and control the future. Through the use of mathematical models and complex algorithms, scientists can make accurate predictions about natural phenomena and even the behavior of complex systems. This predictive power is akin to the foresight of a magician who can see into the future and manipulate events to their advantage. Additionally, science often unravels mysteries that were once thought to be beyond human comprehension. From deciphering the structure of DNA to unraveling the secrets of the universe, scientific discoveries have allowed us to understand the intricate workings of the world and our place in it. These revelations are reminiscent of a magician who can reveal hidden truths and perform acts that defy our understanding of the world. However, it is important to remember that science is not actually magic. It is a rigorous and disciplined process that relies on evidence, experimentation, and peer review. While the outcomes of scientific discoveries may seem magical, they are rooted in logical reasoning and systematic investigation. Scientists do not possess supernatural powers but rather utilize the tools of observation and analysis to uncover the truths of the world. In conclusion, science may sometimes seem like magic, but it is a disciplined and systematic approach to understanding the natural world. Through scientific inquiry, we have been able to transform our lives, predict the future, and unravel the mysteries of the universe. While the outcomes may appear magical, they are the result of diligent scientific exploration and investigation. Science may not be magic, but it certainly has the power to amaze and inspire us..
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