Follow the journey of Kenshi, a wandering demon hunter, and his brother, a demon cat seeking a way to return to his true form. Can they find a way to end the curse and save Lanistra?
Very Positive
1,077 Steam reviews
| LANGUAGE | AUDIO | SUBTITLES | INTERFACE |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Y | Y | Y |
Sins Of The Demon RPG, developed by Chandler Rounsley and published by Senpai Industrial Studios, is a traditional RPG Maker-style title that leans heavily into familiar genre conventions while managing to distinguish itself through tone, pacing, and a quietly engaging narrative. On the surface, it resembles many other indie JRPG-inspired projects, with its pixel art presentation and turn-based combat, but it gradually reveals a more thoughtful approach to storytelling and progression that gives it a stronger sense of identity than one might initially expect.
The story centers on Kenshi, a wandering demon hunter navigating a world where human sins manifest as literal demonic threats. Accompanied by an unusual partner—a demon cat seeking redemption and restoration—the journey unfolds across a dark fantasy setting that blends moral undertones with supernatural conflict. While the narrative itself is relatively straightforward, it is delivered with a steady rhythm that allows characters and situations to develop naturally. Dialogue and small story moments add texture to the experience, making the world feel more grounded and giving players a reason to stay invested beyond the basic premise.
Combat follows a classic turn-based structure, with a party system built around skills, resource management, and character progression. The mechanics are easy to grasp, making the game accessible even to those less familiar with the genre, while still offering enough variety to keep encounters engaging. Battles are generally well-paced, though the system can be exploited through grinding, allowing players to become overpowered more easily than intended. This flexibility can either enhance or diminish the experience depending on how players approach it, but it does mean that the challenge level is somewhat inconsistent.
Exploration is handled through a network of interconnected areas rather than a traditional overworld map, which gives the game a more cohesive sense of space. Moving between towns, dungeons, and wilderness regions feels natural, and this structure helps maintain immersion throughout the journey. While the environments are functional and varied, they can occasionally feel sparse, lacking the density or detail that might make them more memorable. Even so, the design supports the pacing well, ensuring that players are rarely left without a clear direction forward.
Additional systems such as crafting, side quests, and collectible elements add layers of engagement beyond the main storyline. Crafting allows players to enhance their equipment and tailor their characters to specific playstyles, while side quests provide small narrative expansions and rewards that flesh out the world. These features are not particularly innovative, but they are integrated effectively, contributing to a more complete and satisfying experience overall.
Visually, the game adheres to the familiar RPG Maker aesthetic, with pixel art environments and character sprites that prioritize clarity and consistency over detail. While it does not stand out in terms of graphical presentation, it maintains a cohesive style that supports the game’s tone. The soundtrack complements the atmosphere well, providing a fitting backdrop for both exploration and combat without drawing undue attention to itself.
There are, however, clear limitations. The reliance on established RPG Maker conventions means that the game can feel derivative, particularly for players who have spent significant time with similar titles. Certain systems lack refinement, and the balance issues related to grinding can reduce the sense of progression and challenge. Additionally, while the story is engaging, it does not reach the complexity or emotional depth of more ambitious RPGs.
Despite these shortcomings, Sins Of The Demon RPG succeeds through its consistency and sincerity. It delivers a focused and cohesive experience that captures the essence of classic role-playing games without overextending its scope. For players who appreciate traditional JRPG mechanics and a straightforward but engaging story, it offers a rewarding journey that stands out within its niche.
Rating: 8/10
The story is clearly well thought out and I would recommend it based just on that. The other aspects of the game are not so good but are enough to enable the storytelling.
Story is good. I enjoyed the turn-based combat and leveling up the characters. You unlock certain combat skills at different levels. The enemies (demons) are based on the Seven Deadly Sins, but most of the designs did not match the sin that it represented. They can be quite challenging when you first encounter them, but after some leveling up and having a full party, battling becomes easier. There's also cooking and buying recipes in the game which gives permanent stat boosts.
Nice custom graphics
It is an actual real nice story, except in some parts it's annoyingly stupid
Combat is fast and enemies can be avoided
Side quests are not good, but not long either
Some characters are rather shallow
I had a lot of ups and downs in terms of having fun and being bored, especially when going back and forth
Succubus girl on the game's cover art was cool, sadly she was replaced. Also, not a trace of her in the game
A dark RPG with a well-developed character development system and dynamic combat. This game features an atmospheric world and challenging opponents, which can make it more difficult to play. It is suitable for those who seek a rich role-playing experience, but may be too challenging for other players.
The game takes a long time to complete, and I recommend it only to those who are familiar with the genre. However, it is worth playing for the collectible cards and the badge.
Кем надо быть чтобы задержатся в этой игре хотя бы на 5 минут
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the art style is what i want my dreams to look like
cat's victory pose is illegal levels of cute
cat bro carried this game on his tiny shoulders
100 hours and the ost still gives me goosebumps
this game respects my intelligence and my feelings at the same time
the way the story loops back at the end actually blew my mind
the secret superboss kicked my ass 83 times and i thanked it
the post-credits scene made me throw my controller in joy
cat bro's backstory reveal made me hug my actual cat
thank you for making this game i needed it more than i knew
the secret cat ending is the best thing ever created
the writing is so good i forgot this was a game and not an anime
pixel art so pretty i wanna lick my screen
the animation when cat stretches is smoother than my life
just found out there's post-game content i'm never sleeping again
cat's sarcastic 'good job' after i die is too real
the parry system is so satisfying i forgave all my sins
bought it for the cat stayed for the existential dread
this game is my comfort food but it also stabs me
this game made me believe in redemption arcs again
10/10 would let this cat emotionally destroy me again
just had a 3 hour crying session after the true ending
80 hours and i'm still not bored this is witchcraft
the way cat grooms himself between fights is everything
finished all endings and now my life feels empty (thanks)
cat's little 'hmph' sound when disappointed lives in my head
cat bro called me useless and i felt that
the combat feels like dancing with demons and i'm in love
the way they animated cat tears i'm not okay
the final scene with the cherry blossoms i'm deceased
cat deserves his own plushie i would buy
just beat new game++ and ascended to another plane
just beat it without dying once and feel like i cheated on life
90 hours later and i'm still finding new dialogue
the lust demon designs are both hot and terrifying perfect
the wrath boss made me actually rage then apologize to my controller
me: im tough also me: sobbing over demon cat's diary entries
finished it in one 9-hour sitting. my butt hurts but my soul is full
the final choice between brothers actually hurt to make
cat bro deserves his own spin-off dating sim change my mind
cat's little purr when you pet him healed my depression
cat's deadpan commentary during serious moments is everything
the way the story handles grief actually healed something in me
this game is my roman empire i think about it daily
the gluttony boss fight while i'm hungry was a bad idea
the final boss dialogue actually gave me chills
just discovered you can change cat's collar color i'm in love
this game is the reason i believe in love
this game made me a better person somehow
the hidden cat shrine made me scream like a little girl
cat bro is the only man i trust at this point
that plot twist in chapter 8 actually made me yell 'NO WAY' at my monitor
the color shifts when you enter corrupted zones are genius
the envy boss fight made me question my life choices
the environmental storytelling is on another level
this game deserves every award and more
cat bro deserves the world and more
cat bro deserves happiness and i would kill for him
this game is what happens when passion meets talent
the final sacrifice scene actually destroyed me
100% achievements and i would do it again in a heartbeat
the dodge timing is so perfect it feels like cheating
this game made me believe in brothers again 10/10
this game made me care about a cat more than myself
the voice acting in cat's thoughts is perfect casting
this game lives in my heart forever
this game is art and i'm just living in it
cat bro deserves the world and i would die for him
when the music swells during the bridge scene i ascended
cat's little head tilt when confused is peak cute
just discovered you can pet the cat literally anywhere i'm crying
this game deserves all the awards give it to them now
this game cured my gaming burnout single-handedly
this game deserves to be studied in schools
the cat's little tail swish when he's annoyed is peak animation
Just finished chapter 6 and I'm emotionally destroyed in the best way. Who gave this game the right to hurt me this good
This game hit me right in the childhood. Beautiful pixel art, killer soundtrack, and a story that actually made me tear up at 3am. Instant classic
just beat greed boss after 47 tries and feel like a god
just realized cat was watching over me the whole time crying
The cat bro is the real MVP. Every time he meows sarcastically I lose it. Also the combat is so smooth I forgot to blink for hours
the sloth boss was harder than my will to live
Got this back in 2016--reasons I can't remember.
Picked it up properly recent going through some backlogs.
Not a bad RPGMaker game. It's pretty fun. Nothing too flashy or shiny to look at, but the story is pretty good and the gameplay is solid as well. $2 is worth the cost.
The only thing to be mindful of is some stuff is limited until you get to a certain point of the story that locks it in that playthrough.
My only gripe was the achievement to get all the skits--had to play a 2nd time to get it and 100% it.
Sadly you only face against ONE lust demon, and that's in a flashback.
Каждый элемент здесь выверен до мелочей, каждая деталь подчеркивает безграничную любовь разработчиков к своему делу. Это не ретро-клоун, а гордый наследник, несущий факел дальше. Безоговорочно игра года.
10/10
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Sins of RPG maker.
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It's an ok game, but the "unconventional" combat system makes it annoying.
封面欺诈
单看商店页面的好评如潮和封面图片，《Sins Of The Demon RPG》或许还挺像那么回事的，但当你真正从头到尾体验玩这部游戏的剧情后，就会发现它其实是一个尚未完成且眼高手低的项目，性能问题严重，没有好好利用回合制战斗设计，不完善的世界探索系统缺乏吸引力，剧情也令人昏昏欲睡。
got this game because a cupon drop, made me try to make my own JRPG, gave up in like 1 hour, but still. this is a nice game
Demon RPG
good
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Осталась только боль
И никого больше рядом.
Никто не спросит кто я,
И что происходит со мной.
Всё летит в пропасть, причём не в первый раз.
Остаётся только спрятать себя
В расширенных зрачках своих глаз...
封面与游戏不符
