Faraway Qualia (2021)
- Developer
- Nyahhoiya
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Indie, RPG
- Rating
- 5.0 of 5, 12 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 13 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A modest, strategic JRPG where combat feels like a puzzle-focused, methodical hunt for materials.
strategicturn-basedtacticalfantasymethodicalmodestexperimental
What players say
Players compare it to early Atelier games, praising the thoughtful combat and stress-free item crafting. The condition-based loot system makes grinding feel engaging rather than tedious. The story is described as simple but well-told, though English translation is machine-level and Japanese fluency helps. Graphics are cute but basic, and boss fights demand strategy and preparation.
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