Sunday Gold

Sunday Gold didn't set my mind on fire like those artsy fartsy RPG/adventure game hybrids, but it makes up for it with honest, lunch pail, hardcore resource management.

There's a good point and click adventure to be found here, but it's buried under a gruelling turn-based battle system that makes everything feel like too much of a slog.

Sunday Gold's style is smooth, but its attempted genre mashup is a little rough.

Sunday Gold is an engaging blend of point-and-click adventure and turn-based combat, providing a unique narrative experience with strategic depth. While the pace can sometimes falter, the combination of challenging puzzles, well-executed combat, and a rich, atmospheric world make it a compelling addition to the genre. For fans of dystopian settings, tactical combat, and strong storytelling, this is a must-play.

Sunday Gold manages to combine two different genres beautifully and makes you curious about the details of its world and want to see more. Frankly, I can't wait to embark on new adventures with Frank, Sally and Gavin and get to know this world better.

Sunday Gold is a solid action romp that combines the genres in a thoughtful way, so they don't interfere with each other.

Sunday Gold is a short game full of charm and ideas. The game manages to blend the genres in an uncommon way. On the other hand, it avoids achieving excellence by committing a few missteps, both narratively and in terms of gameplay. Without hesitation, it would be interesting to revisit the characters in a sequel. With a little polishing, it could turn into a very good game despite being uneven in its execution.

Sunday Gold is a pretty decent turned-based action RPG with an acceptable story that carries the player until the end but there is so much lost potential in it as well. The art of Sunday Gold on the other hand fits its world perfectly and we can see the first legacy of Disco Elysium art style in this game. The gameplay of Sunday Gold is pretty straightforward and fun, something we don't see much these days. I wished they made or used better music for the game, but it wouldn't be right to not point out the fantastic job the sound editor of this game did.

Sunday Gold has a story that is set in an interesting world, but its focus on a singular plot point, while entertaining, makes other content feel disjointed.

All in all, Sunday Gold has an interesting premise and gameplay mechanics, but it doesn't come together as well as it could. Some parts of the game were completely engrossing and entertaining, but there are several segments that I did not enjoy. The story and puzzles are fun, but the combat is rather shallow and difficult, which isn't eased by the restrictive AP system and minigames. It's an enjoyable indie with a great idea, but the execution doesn't always match. If you're in the market for something new and point-and-click-adjacent, Sunday Gold is a great pick-up for all of its strengths. If you're hoping for a great RPG like Disco Elysium, you'll want to look elsewhere.