I would like to start my review of "Tails of Iron" with one of Gordon Ramsay's famous quotes: "Flavors are there!" but I am afraid that praise comes with its cons. It feels like Odd Bug Studio had so many different ideas to bring to the game that are different, interesting, creative and sometimes weird, but not being able to connect all the dots kind of hurt the game. Like I said in the beginning, I can feel the flavors and it made me want to play more and more, but it always overstayed its welcome because something was missing; something that is called execution. That's why the most memorable parts of the game were vibing around the map, looking at the background meanwhile listening to the chill soundtrack and seeing how much the devs worked their heart out to make Tails of Iron feel as alive as possible and I have to say; it worked on me. I just think all the flavors I mentioned can get better, interactions with NPCs can get better, fighting can get smoother and all dots can get connected with good execution this time; then it can be one of the best games ever instead of just being its shadow. It's still a decent game, don't get me wrong; I just want to say I see the potential in those whiskers, especially when Doug Cockle is the one narrating it.

Positive:
Great combat, beautiful art, fun but not too exasperating exploration

Negative:
Combat can get repetitive by the end, but the game is a good length overall

The game is beautiful. The artists were evidently passionate about creating a rich, live atmosphere. Traversing the world, I am immersed, wondering about the lives of the background characters. To top it off, all the ambiance is gracefully narrated by Doug Cockle (the voice of Gerald the Witcher). The aesthetic of the game is one of the best in gaming.

The combat, on the other hand, is brutal and challenging. The mechanics are simple, and fights can be a bit repetitive towards the end. Oftentimes I was frustrated after a defeat, thinking, "How is this fair?". I am unsure if this is due to poor design or poor player. Nevertheless, I am satisfied with the combat overall.

Finally, the story is simple yet charming. It lacks depth, and more development would have been fitting, especially before the opening turn of events. However, the storyteller excellently narrates the game, and the exploration along with the progression of the world makes it quite engaging.

I strongly recommend this, especially if you find the art style attractive.