Review Eternal Strands: A Solid Debut

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Eternal Strands is a solid debut game that borrows heavily from titles like Monster Hunter and Shadow of the Colossus, offering a well-executed but familiar experience. While the early game provides a sense of exploration, the latter half suffers from repetitive quest design. The giant monster fights are a highlight, offering a more accessible take on the genre.

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This is a transcript of Yahtzee Croshaw's review of the game Eternal Strands. He discusses his review process, the game's title, visual design, plot, characters, and gameplay mechanics.

Walkthrough

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The game is described as a gear grinder with an extraction element, featuring expeditions from a base camp to open-ended areas.
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Players fight monsters, collect crafting materials, and pursue story objectives.
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Combat is described as uninspired, with spongy enemy health bars and an elemental damage system that can be easily exploited.
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The crafting system is flexible, allowing for substitutions of materials without penalty.
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Giant monster fights are a standout feature, compared to Shadow of the Colossus but more accessible, akin to a "Fisher-Price Monster Hunter."
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These fights are used to learn and upgrade spells.
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The game's structure in the second half involves returning to previously visited areas for repetitive quests.

Tips

Focus on exploring and collecting materials, as the crafting system is forgiving.
Enjoy the giant monster fights as the game's primary highlight.
Appreciate the game as a solid foundation from a debut studio, with potential for future, more innovative titles.

Learning new spells and upgrading them through giant monster fights.
A sense of accomplishment from completing the game, despite its flaws.

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