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Exile’s Journey is a dark fantasy RPG. The story centers around a former knight named Kniryk and his quest to stop a demon invasion that is occurring throughout the Kingdom of Nysoroth, where most of the game takes place.

The game focuses on the internal struggles of the main characters in addition to the aforementioned invasion and its impact on the Kingdom.

The main character of the game is Kniryk. An exile by choice, he's now presumed dead in Landoria, his homeland. He's a righteous man, always acting with a sense of honor. However, he is often torn when justice and law conflict. He wears the red cape of the Knights of Landoria as a testament to what they originally stood for before their corruption. He's joined in his quest by others who also question their purpose in the world.

This game is a love letter to RPG Maker and role-playing games as a whole. With Exile's Journey, I strived to make a game that feels wholly consistent and maintains a professional feel. I've been using RPG Maker since 2003.



Highly engrossing storyline - You'll be hooked playing as these characters, learning about their diverse backgrounds, and watching as they develop and solve their own personal conflicts.

Open ended gameplay - After an introductory section, you're allowed to complete the game's dungeons in any order you want!

Numerous side quests - These side quests are optional, but without them you won't receive the game's best armor and equipment, or the game's only method of air travel! These side quests feature story lines of their own and offer a break from the game's main story.

15+ hours of gameplay - This game will be much longer and more epic than your average RPG Maker game!

Extremely detailed world - This game takes doesn't allow you to travel the whole world, only the large and extremely detailed Kingdom of Nysoroth. After playing and learning of the country's cultures and history you'll feel like a true Nysorothian!

Original music - Many of this music are original tracks, many of them composed by myself for the game!

Custom sound effects - I created many of the game's sound effects, including the menu sound effects, on a Korg Wavestation synthesizer!

Weapon upgrade system - Some weapons will almost never become obsolete thanks to this!

No random encounters - see enemies on the map before engaging them!

Treasure tracking - The game keeps track of all the treasure you've found in the main dungeons! Find all treasure chests to obtain a special reward!

Latest Blog

The 2020 Misao winners have been announced! Exile's Journey wins two!

I'm sure many of you are well aware already, but for those who aren't, I'd like to announce with great pride that Exile's Journey has won two Misaos:

Not Dead Yet Award (Given to the best old game that was finally finished this year)
and
"Everlasting Journey" Award (The game that has the most content to offer)

My game also secured many other nominations. I've been following the Misaos for a long time, and from a young age. I first became aware of these annual awards after the 2005 winners were announced, when games like The Way, Laxius Power 3, and Pokemon: The Evil Inside featured prominently. As such, it's an honor for me to finally have a game of my own nominated and awarded various Misaos.

I recommend that everyone take a look at the link below. There were so many great contenders this year. All of the games featured below, winners or not, definitely deserve a play.

https://rpgmaker.net/misaos/2020/

Thank you to everyone for your continued support. It means a lot to me. I've been a bit quiet recently, but I am still working on my newest game, Memories From a Dream. Please subscribe if you haven't!

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author=dethmetal
author=dnel57
Just thought I would mention a party event:

After I go to see the princess and obtain the Enchanted Ring , Dargor is still in my party before I rejoin with him. I almost thought I would end up with two Dargors.
Enjoying the play :)
Hm, strange. I wonder how that happened. Luckily, that shouldn't really effect anything. Glad you're enjoying it!


Could be an event or cutscene line that Dargor leaves the party when they separate.
Just understand that I only report things for constructive reasons. Thanks
author=dnel57
Just thought I would mention a party event:

After I go to see the princess and obtain the Enchanted Ring , Dargor is still in my party before I rejoin with him. I almost thought I would end up with two Dargors.
Enjoying the play :)

Hm, strange. I wonder how that happened. Luckily, that shouldn't really affect anything. Glad you're enjoying it!
Just thought I would mention a party event:

After I go to see the princess and obtain the Enchanted Ring , Dargor is still in my party before I rejoin with him. I almost thought I would end up with two Dargors.
Enjoying the play :)
Just started game. Looks good.
Some crates and barrels in first castle aer above player.
Only mentioning to help not complain. It's my nature.
author=BlueOctober
First off, I'm really enjoying the game so far! I'm currently doing the first side quest and I can't seem to find the Bone Shield anywhere. Also, the vampires seem super tough even with garlic and ice armor.. any suggestions?

Glad you're enjoying it! You can purchase the Bone Shield in Colhaven. It becomes purchasable there after you complete the second dungeon, which you have done.

As for the side quest, my best suggestion is to complete one of the main dungeons and come back. It should be much easier then. The best dungeon to complete first is the one located on the northern tip of the eastern island.
First off, I'm really enjoying the game so far! I'm currently doing the first side quest and I can't seem to find the Bone Shield anywhere. Also, the vampires seem super tough even with garlic and ice armor.. any suggestions?
author=BlueOctober
What's the drop rate for the Goblin Sword at the beginning of the game? I can't seem to get one.


10%. I wouldn't sweat it too much if you can't get it. It's mildly useful for the first dungeon, but that's about it. It's real value comes from selling it.

Thank you for the kind words, everybody. :)
What's the drop rate for the Goblin Sword at the beginning of the game? I can't seem to get one.
Congrats on being featured!!! You most certainly deserve it! Well done :)
Can't wait to see more games from you!
Congrats! Really deserved, great game indeed, probably the current version is even better the one I reviewed!
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Congrats on being the best game of the month on the best gammak site!
author=Dyhalto
Congrats on being Featured :D


Thank you! It is a great honor to be featured on what I've always considered to be the best game-making website.
hooooooly.... this looks dope! such a treat returning to this site to discover all these purdy games. the mapping is insane!

*subbed n downloading*
For some reason, I'm getting an error whenever I try to upload a new blog post, so I'll just write here.

I have uploaded a new patch. My game suddenly gained a lot of new players and wonderful support on Itch.io, which was surprising and very nice to see. As such, I've been receiving a lot of bug reports.

To install the patch, simply paste the files into the Exile's Journey folder and overwrite.

NOTE: Each patch file contains EVERY change made since the game's initial release. If you missed a patch, don't fret! Installing the latest patch file will bring you up to speed.

PATCH NOTES

Balancing fixes for those who tackle the battle outside of Keldor early.

You can now learn a healing spell for Kniryk prior to the battle by a green-haired elf in the village. If you've already completed the battle, you can get the spell from him regardless.

You can now leave Keldor before the battle takes place.

The demonic portal mini-map now subtly displays a recommended order in which they should be completed, although you can complete them in any order. The recommended order is only displayed when you press 1 to enlarge the map.

Fixed some glitches related to playing the Desert Song.

I've increased Oreth's HP slightly to improve his abilities as a tank. In addition, he now learns a new ability at level 18 - Provoke. This causes enemies to focus their attacks on only him. If you've already surpassed level 18 with Oreth and missed out on getting the skill, please send your save file to me over on Discord or RMN and I'll add it for you.
I just started the game, but I gotta say, i'm loving the soundtrack SO MUCH!!
author=theshadow
author=dethmetal
It should teleport you there instantly once you use the north exit in Seth. Did you head to the House of the Ma'at (northeastern house) and speak to Adaem's family first?
Silly me I was in the temple of Ra, not Ifrit. Finished now.
Really enjoyed the game, a little awkward knowing where to go sometimes, but, all in all a very good game. Thank you.
Do you have/know any similar games to play?


I am happy to hear that you liked it!

Some of the RPG Maker games that influenced me the most are A Blurred Line, The Way, and Demon Legacy, so check those out if you have a chance. :-)

I also recommend Theia - The Crimson Eclipse and Villanoire!

The commercial games that influenced this game the most are Final Fantasy VII, Ocarina of Time, and the Dark Souls series, so if you're in the mood for a commercial game and haven't tried those, check them out!

If there's one specific aspect in Exile's Journey you'd like more of, let me know and I can tailor the recommendations a bit more.
author=dethmetal
It should teleport you there instantly once you use the north exit in Seth. Did you head to the House of the Ma'at (northeastern house) and speak to Adaem's family first?

Silly me I was in the temple of Ra, not Ifrit. Finished now.
Really enjoyed the game, a little awkward knowing where to go sometimes, but, all in all a very good game. Thank you.
Do you have/know any similar games to play?