![]() ![]() That doesn’t mean that the game isn’t tough though, and believe me, it’s easy to die if you aren’t careful. It’s all very Souls-like, but a little bit less daunting. You can dodge-roll out of the way of enemy attacks or carefully time swift parries, whilst the lack of a stamina bar means you don’t have to worry too much about expending too much energy with your actions. That’s just naming a few of the weapon types too, with plenty to tinker with across the game. Bow and arrows? You can pick off enemies from afar and try to keep out of the way of incoming danger. Great sword? It’s slower, but it packs a real punch. Sword and shield? He can unleash quick swipes and protect himself from incoming attacks. Redgi is able to unleash standard attacks and defensive manoeuvres, with these varying based upon the weapon that he has equipped. The combat is slick too, with the action-RPG battling making for some intense showdowns with enemies. “It’s obvious that Tails of Iron is an absolutely gorgeous game to look at, with every locale you visit feeling like it’s been lifted straight out of a fairy tale.” Everything’s oozing with atmosphere and just looks fantastic in motion, with the game’s hand-drawn world one of its finest features. It’s obvious that Tails of Iron is an absolutely gorgeous game to look at, with every locale you visit feeling like it’s been lifted straight out of a fairy tale. The game plays out as a 2D action-RPG, with the player exploring a variety of expansive areas that are packed to the brim with little details. It’s a really novel idea and something that I personally liked, though it might leave some players wanting a bit more if they were hoping to embrace themselves in the lore of the world. Sure, there’s a narrator that relays the story to the player and gives you an idea of what’s going on, but in-game interactions? You’ve got to interpret them through pictures. See, the interactions in Tails of Iron don’t include text, but are rather conveyed with little pictures that act as a communication between creatures. What follows is a grand tale that’s told in an interesting way. Embracing his new role as the king, Redgi must venture across the land in order to re-build the kingdom and rescue his kidnapped family. ![]() Disaster strikes upon this event though, with the frogs laying siege upon their home and ultimately destroying it, leaving Redgi’s kingdom in tatters. Tails of Iron tells the story of an on-going war between the Kingdom of Rats and the Kingdom of Frogs, with the player taking on the role of the young rat prince Redgi as he’s handed the throne to the kingdom by his father. Check out a gallery of screenshots down below: They’ve managed to hit the ball out of the park with the game too, with Tails of Iron proving fun to play, beautiful to look at, and charming to unravel. But yeah, knowing Odd Bug Studio was at the helm was what got me invested at first. ![]() I mean, the concept alone is enough to appeal to anyone really, with an anthropomorphic rat heading on an action-RPG fantasy adventure. Heavy armour may provide better protection but can you really afford to slow down your dodge-roll? And then there's the question of weapon axes pack a punch, while spears are quick and nimble.I have a real fondness for developer Odd Bug Studio after playing (and loving) their PlayStation VR title The Lost Bear, so Tails of Iron was on my radar from the moment I knew they were working on it. ![]() Customise your Attack: Adapt Redgi's combat style to the task at hand. Complete side quests and faction hunts for some additional gold-on-the-side, or join forces with a sharp-eyed companion to help even the playing field. Explore a Treacherous Kingdom: Fully accompanied by the deep, raspy narrations of Doug Cockle (voice of Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher), prepare to embark on an epic adventure across the mediaeval-fantasy Rat Kingdom. To overcome each perilous encounter, you'll need to study your opponent's attacks and react accordingly! Thankfully, there's a range of deadly abilities at your disposal, including parry bashes and fatal executions, not to mention ranged attacks with your nifty bow and arrow. Master Brutal Combat: From frog zombies to gargantuan grubs - and everything in-between - the Kingdom is awash with danger. And you'll need all the help you can get, whether that's new meal recipes, blueprints to forge deadly weapons and armour, or even a land-chugging, armour-plated mole mobile! Overcome your fears. As you explore the deceivingly charming world, you'll encounter a cast of unique companions, ready to aid you in your adventure. As Redgi, heir to the Rat Throne, you must restore your broken Kingdom by banishing the merciless Frog Clan and their ferocious leader, Greenwart. Set in a grim land plagued by war, Tails of Iron is a hand-drawn RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. ![]()
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