Hi everyone!
I hope it’s okay to share a slightly more critical take here. I really appreciate how positive and kind this community is and that’s exactly why I hope it's okay to open this discussion.
I was lucky enough to receive a beta key from a very kind person, and after waiting for quite a while, I finally got the chance to explore Loftia a bit. First of all, I want to say how grateful I am for the opportunity - it genuinely means a lot!!
That said, I found myself feeling a little conflicted while playing. Not so much about the gameplay or the overall concept, but more about the visual “feeling” of the game. From the artwork and previews, I had imagined the game to be very fresh, modern, soft and vibrant. In-game however, it feels totally different to me- the colors come across more muted than I expected and the overall presentation feels somehow less lively.
The character designs, for example, lean more toward a less refined style that, to me personally, doesn’t quite capture the charm I was hoping for. Most parts of the world feel a bit static right now, with environments that I’d love to see become more interactive and full of life over time. The hairstyles for example seem under-developed to me, like they were done by someone who didn't really have much experience in 3D modeling. The same goes for the background environment like store fronts/cityscape, it's all very simplistic to a level that feels lifeless to me.
I completely understand that this is a beta, and things are still evolving - so I hope this doesn't come off as harsh criticism. I’m really curious if others have had a similar impression or if it’s just me adjusting my expectations.
Do you think the visuals and overall presentation might still be refined as development continues, so that the game will feel very different once it's officially released? I’d absolutely love to see the game grow into the vibrant, cozy world it already hints at and that I feel the devs had in mind.
Thanks for reading - and again, this comes from a place of genuine excitement and hope for the game 💛