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About Project Tal
Project Tal is a single-player action RPG built around Korean folklore, set in a mythic open world inspired by traditional Tal masks. Developed by Madngine and published by Wemade Max, it launched on PC and PlayStation 5 in late 2027. The game tasks players with battling creatures and warriors through a mix of counterattacks, elemental weaknesses, and combo-based combat. Its narrative weaves ancient legends into a structured adventure, balancing exploration with targeted encounters. While not a sandbox in the loosest sense, it offers a dense world to cross, with combat mechanics emphasizing precision over brute force. Think of it as a myth-driven action game with a focus on tactical rhythm.
Gameplay
Combat in Project Tal revolves around timing and exploiting enemy patterns. Players dodge, parry, and counter in rapid sequences, with each foe having a visible weak point to target for heavy damage. The open world feels more like a backdrop than a playground, you navigate it to reach scripted battles, using mobility skills to cross terrain. Missions often involve defeating bosses with specific strategies, like chaining counters or using environment-based abilities. Controls are tight but demand practice, with a steep learning curve for parry windows and combo execution. The game’s pacing alternates between intense fight scenes and slower traversal, with minimal downtime between encounters. Replayability comes from refining combat efficiency and unlocking new abilities to tackle tougher foes.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate Project Tal 82% on PC and 79% on PS5, but community sentiment is mixed. Completion rates sit at 18%, with an average playtime of 24 hours, suggesting a polarizing challenge curve. 62% of players label their mood as “Frustrated,” often citing combat difficulty and repetitive exploration. Conversely, 28% describe it as “Engaged,” praising its responsive mechanics and lore depth. One user wrote, “Boss fights feel rewarding once you crack the pattern,” while another griped, “Too many respawns and not enough tools to handle tougher enemies.” The game’s 21 achievements (500 points) track combat mastery and exploration, but 10% of players mark it as “Bored,” hinting at pacing issues.
PlayPile's Take
Project Tal is a high-skill action RPG best suited for players who enjoy methodical combat and don’t mind replaying encounters. At $59.99, it offers solid value for its 20+ hour runtime, though the difficulty may alienate casual audiences. The core loop of learning enemy behaviors and executing precise counters is satisfying, but the open world feels underdeveloped compared to its mechanical depth. If you’re into structured action challenges and mythological themes, it’s worth a try. However, for those seeking a more forgiving or expansive RPG experience, this might not hit the right notes.
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