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The End of the Sun

The End of the Sun

PC
Released

Release Date: January 29, 2025

Adventure, FPP, Polish, Crowdfunding, Indie Games, Slavic Mythology, Singleplayer

Adventure game in which we find ourselves in a world inspired by Slavic folklore. The hero of The End of the Sun is a Ashter - a priest who can travel in time and contact with the spiritual dimension. The protagonist has to investigate an abandoned village.

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The End of the Sun is a game on the borderline of adventure games and walking sims, which takes its inspiration from the Slavic culture. The game was developed by an independent Polish team signing themselves as The End of the Sun Team, and was completed thanks in part to a successful crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter.

Plot

The End of the Sun takes us on a journey to a fantastic universe inspired by Slavic folklore. The game is set during four major Slavic holidays in four seasons, but we don't learn about them in chronological order, or even in the same year - these holidays take place over many years.

The main hero of the game is a Ashter, a priest gifted with supernatural abilities. He has the ability to travel through time and can also contact Navia, the spiritual dimension that affects people's lives. Following the fugitive, our hero ends up in a small and abandoned (at least at first sight) village. It soon turns out that its inhabitants have fallen victim to a series of strange events, the mystery of which Ashter decides to solve.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Age restrictions: 16+

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for The End of the Sun Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
(30 fps, 1080p) Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4 975, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 1050 / 3 GB Radeon HD 7970, 10 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
(60 fps, 1080p) Intel Core i7-8700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 XT, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2070 Super / Radeon RX 6700, 10 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for The End of the Sun Video Game.

98%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (221)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Story: The game is praised for its beautifully crafted narrative that intertwines Slavic folklore with emotional depth, allowing players to explore themes of love, tradition, and fate.
  • Atmospheric Environment: The visuals are frequently highlighted as stunning, with detailed landscapes that change with the seasons, enhancing immersion.
  • Soundtrack and Audio: The music, particularly the folk-inspired tracks, is highly regarded, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere. The voice acting, especially in Polish, is also appreciated.
  • Cultural Insight: Players appreciate the educational aspect of the game, as it introduces them to Slavic customs, myths, and traditions in an engaging manner.
  • Simple Yet Satisfying Puzzles: The puzzles are mostly considered easy but well-integrated into the story, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.

The main cons of the game

  • Graphics and Animation Quality: While the environments are beautiful, some users noted that character models and animations are less polished, feeling outdated compared to modern standards.
  • Short Playtime: Many reviews mention that the game is relatively short, with a completion time of around 6-10 hours, which some players felt was insufficient for the price.
  • Limited Exploration Freedom: Users reported frustrations with invisible walls and the need for backtracking, which could detract from the exploration experience.
  • Clarity of Gameplay Mechanics: Some players found the initial gameplay mechanics confusing, particularly the time travel and puzzle activation systems, which could lead to moments of frustration.

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

  • Notebook or Journal Feature: Several reviews suggested the addition of a notebook or journal to track learned information and lore, enhancing the educational aspect and aiding memory.
  • Fast Travel Options: Users expressed a desire for a fast travel system to reduce backtracking and make navigation more convenient, especially in a game that involves moving between different time periods.
  • More Complex Puzzles: While the puzzles are appreciated for their integration into the story, some players wished for more challenging and varied puzzles to enhance the gameplay experience.
  • Expanded World Size: Some reviews indicated that the game world felt a bit small, and players desired a larger environment to explore, potentially with more side quests and interactions.

Summary

  • Overall, "The End of the Sun" is seen as a charming and immersive experience that successfully combines storytelling with cultural exploration, though there are areas for improvement in gameplay mechanics and content depth.

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7.3

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