MMO hopeful stumbles badly, earning terrible reviews

The Quinfall promises an expansive open world spanning 2,000 km², roughly ten times the size of the iconic World of Warcraft. The game also introduces a non-target combat system, moving away from the traditional tab-targeting found in most MMOs. Instead, players must manually aim and execute their attacks, adding a layer of skill and precision to combat.

We first reported on The Quinfall in December 2024, when MMO fans were hopeful yet wary due to the developer Vawraek Technology Inc.'s lack of experience and the game's unusually short development period. At the time, there was still hope for a solid MMORPG. However, since its release, much of that optimism seems to have turned into bitter disappointment for most players.

Technical issues, underdeveloped gameplay and pay-to-win elements

Just one day after release, The Quinfall has received nearly 1,000 reviews on Steam, but only 23% are positive, resulting in an abysmal overall rating. The reasons for this poor reception are numerous and widely discussed in the Reddit community (in German). Players are reporting unstable servers causing frequent disconnections, timeouts and outages. Additionally, the game appears riddled with bugs, including issues during character creation, missing NPCs and enemies, and quests that cannot be completed.

When it comes to gameplay and content, players have criticized The Quinfall for feeling underdeveloped. Promised features like dynamic weather and sieges are entirely absent, leading to disappointment. Additionally, accusations have surfaced that the game relies heavily on purchased assets, giving it a generic and inauthentic feel. The MMO’s monetization has also sparked backlash, with microtransactions offering items like XP boosts and extra inventory slots. Many players view these as classic pay-to-win mechanics, further tarnishing the game’s reputation.