Aaron McKinley
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There is a lot to love about Where Winds Meet. Its combat mechanics are stellar, its world is remarkable, and it offers several fun twists on tried-and-true RPG mechanics. You have to pass challenges to prove that you've progressed to continue leveling up, which means you can't cheese your way through. The sect system is an engaging and lore-rich take on the character backgrounds many games have, as you must abide by a sect's rules, and the in-game rewards and penalties that tie into them are much more complex than the usual system. But these gems can get amid everything else.
When Steel Seed is at its best, it's a blast. Unfortunately, its best moments mostly end up emphasizing what could've been, making the weaker points that much more disappointing. It's not a bad game by any stretch; it's easy to get sucked into and, for the most part, is enjoyable to play. However, it doesn't do enough to stand out from the similar titles that came before it. As much fun as it can be at times, it falls short of being something truly memorable.