The Technomancer

Very beautifully crafted story with cool characters going on a journey that is a true odyssey, with an ending that truly delivers the package. The backtracking and fetch quests are a mentionable weak point though.

The Technomancer is easily one of the most underrated games I’ve ever played. I absolutely love the world. It’s visually striking and full of atmosphere. The gameplay itself is really fun, though I highly recommend playing with a controller. I tried using a keyboard at first and found it almost impossible, but switching to a controller made everything much smoother and more enjoyable. My main issues are with certain aspects of the story. Spoilers ahead: I found it frustrating how small the actual world feels. You spend a lot of time in this large city, and then the plot forces you to leave. However, instead of exploring a wider world, your very first mission after leaving is to go right back to the city. I was hoping for more expansive exploration beyond the initial area. You do eventually, but still a bit too small for my preference. That said, if you enjoy Bioware-style RPGs, this is definitely a game worth playing. I do wish the side characters were more fleshed out—some are interesting, while others feel forgettable. The romances also leave something to be desired; for all of them, the relationships feel abrupt and underdeveloped. Overall, The Technomancer has a lot of charm and fun mechanics, and it’s a shame it doesn’t get more recognition. If you’re into story-driven RPGs with unique settings, it’s absolutely worth checking out.