IfSunSets is a survival open world RPG developed by POLYMORPH which captured the attention of gaming fandom. The game is in early access and it offers a unique blend of exploration, crafting and night-time survival.
You will be on a mysterious island where players need to scavenge for resources for survival. During the day you need to fulfill your resources and fortify your bases. As the night approaches you will have to withstand the relentless chaos of undead creatures.
The Cursed Isle of Luminora
Luminora was once a paradise island which bathed in the warm glow of Medias’s magic. Now the island is infiltrated by night creatures.
The ancient civilization of Medias flourished on the island of Luminora. They were successful in harnessing the life force of creatures which used to bring prosperity in the Island.
“However, in his greed for divine power, he eventually cast a curse that shrouded the island in darkness.”
Centuries later a very unfortunate adventurer was caught between the clutches of fearsome Kraken which made the adventurer a castaway in Luminora. The adventurer encounters Blifia who is a fairy that watches over the island. You guessed it right, you are the unfortunate adventurer who needs to escape this island.
“To survive, the adventurer must explore the perilous island, seal Medias’s spirit, and gather the courage to defeat the Kraken.Break through the land of darkness and advance towards the light of freedom that awaits at the end!”
A Day in the Life of a Survivor
Players will start out by gathering resources during daylight and venture out to explore the world. The world is made of a diverse environment with lush forests and wastelands. Make sure you gather the important resources like wood, stone and herbal plants for crafting. Try to build a shelter for your first night. As daylight goes away you will prepare for impending darkness.
“Collect the ‘Cthugha Stones’ and uncover hidden secrets across the island as you embark on your survival adventure.Write your own story in this expansive world. Boundless freedom and a vast world await you!”
Crafting is a satisfying feature of IfSunSets. it allows players to have an intuitive interaction with the game. Moreover, you can customize bases with defensive structures and traps to enhance the defense.
The Night is Dark and Full of Terror
“At night, an overwhelming number of monsters emerge. Use the survival skills learned during the day to devise defensive strategies and withstand the night!”
Hordes of undead creatures will emerge from the shadows and devour any unsuspecting victims who are not alerted. You need to defend your base by using several combinations of traps, combat skills and fortifications.
The combat during nighttime is very intense and it might be quite chaotic. The day-night cycle might seem simple but it can bring a lot of chaos. The relentless onslaught of creatures at night may feel overwhelming to those who are new to this kind of game.
A World of Mystery and Intrigue
IfSunSets offers a mysterious world that awaits exploration. The island is infiltrated with secrets and hidden lore that will give you a better understanding of the lore. You can uncover the island’s history by investigating the clues and solving the puzzles. Of course, make sure not to let the night creatures get to you at night.
“As evening falls, a vast horde of monsters will emerge. They will pursue you, no matter where you hide or where you are. Survive the relentless onslaught of the undead.”
Performance and Technical Issues
First of all, world building could’ve been a bit more immersive. The environment is visually impressive but the character development feels it requires more development.
Moreover, there are performance issues which can dampen the experience. Sometimes frame rate drops which causes stuttering specially during intense combat or in large areas. Since the game is in early access it is appropriate to give it the benefit of doubt. The developers are continuously making improvements.
Conclusion
IfSunSets shows immense potential as a survival RPG but it will require a lot of polishing and patches. With the needed refinement the game will be a fun survival to play with friends as well. Moreover, the day-night cycle makes the game more thrilling and exciting.
