‘Eastward’ is a love letter to classic RPGs without a clear, coherent story

Later, when John and Sam reach the farming village of Greenberg, they run into Uva, a beloved resident whom the rest of the villagers quickly brand as a single woman in need of a romantic partner. In a matter of in-game minutes, Uva has decided she’s fallen madly in love with John. But why? There’s no reason given. John and Sam have barely been there a day, but already Uva is wearing a revealing dress, staring off into star-studded skies. John ends up turning down Uva’s advances, staying characteristically silent. The whole romantic storyline feels uncomfortable and forced, especially since Uva is never mentioned again once John and Sam resume their journey.