The magical girl incident that recently went viral has everyone talking. It all started when a video of a real-life magical girl popped up online. The clip shows a young girl dressed in a vibrant and sparkly outfit, complete with a cape, wielding a magical staff. She appears to have some sort of supernatural powers as she effortlessly performs impressive feats like levitating objects and creating sparks with a wave of her hand. The video quickly gained traction, with millions of views and shares across various social media platforms. People were both fascinated and skeptical of this magical girl's abilities.
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.
People were both fascinated and skeptical of this magical girl's abilities. Some believed it to be a cleverly staged prank or an elaborate viral marketing campaign, while others insisted that it was genuine and called for further investigation. As the video continued to circulate online, speculation grew about the origins of this magical girl.
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.
Some suggested that she could be a real-life superhero or someone with access to advanced technology. Others claimed that she might be an actual magical being, citing similar instances of magic being documented throughout history. News outlets picked up the story, and interviews were conducted with witnesses who claimed to have encountered the magical girl in person. Some shared stories of how she swooped in to save them from dangerous situations, while others reported witnessing her perform extraordinary acts of magic right before their eyes. However, skepticism remained among many, and various theories and explanations emerged. Some believed that the video was the work of talented special effects artists who created a convincing illusion. Others speculated that the girl may have some unique genetic mutation or was an alien from another planet. The online debate raged on, with believers and skeptics presenting their arguments and evidence. Some claimed to have analyzed the video frame by frame, pointing out inconsistencies or potential signs of digital tampering, while others defended the video's authenticity, insisting that it defied any logical explanation. As the controversy continued, an investigative team was formed, consisting of experts in various fields such as computer sciences, psychology, and physics. Their goal was to unravel the truth behind the magical girl incident and determine once and for all whether she was, indeed, a real-life magical being or simply a master illusionist. Months passed, and the investigation yielded no definitive answers. The magical girl incident became a subject of fascination for internet users, spawning countless fan theories, fan art, and even cosplay. Despite the lack of concrete proof, the video continued to captivate and inspire people's imaginations. Ultimately, the magical girl incident remained an online mystery, with the truth still shrouded in ambiguity. Whether she was a genuine magical girl, a product of advanced technology, or an elaborate hoax, her brief appearance in the online world left a lasting impact and sparked a global conversation about the possibilities of magic in our modern age..
Reviews for "The Dark Side of the Magical Girl Incident: A Must-Read Online"
1. Jane - 1 star - I couldn't even finish reading "Magical Girl Incident" online. The characters were poorly developed and the plot was completely predictable. It felt like a cheap copycat of other magical girl stories, with no originality or creativity. The writing was also subpar, filled with cliches and cheesy dialogue. Overall, it was a major disappointment and I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on it.
2. Mark - 2 stars - "Magical Girl Incident" was a mediocre read. The story had potential, but the execution fell flat. The pacing was off, dragging on in some parts and rushing through crucial moments in others. The world-building was also lacking, leaving me with many unanswered questions. The protagonist was unlikable and lacked depth, making it difficult to connect with her struggles. The dialogue was often stilted and unnatural. While the concept had promise, the execution was lacking, making it a forgettable read for me.
3. Laura - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Magical Girl Incident" but was sorely disappointed. The story started off intriguing, but quickly became convoluted and confusing. The magic system was poorly explained, making it difficult to understand the limitations and rules. The characters were flat and one-dimensional, with little development throughout the story. The writing style was also disjointed and inconsistent. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity and left me wanting more depth and coherence in the story.