Posted on: July 6, 2021

ASTROASS

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Even for free I didn't like it...

I got this game for free a while ago on Epic. I gave it a go because the screenshots looked nice and I thought I'd get a nice little indie experience, but the reality was not quite what I expected. This game is as close to what is best described as a "walking simulator" as it gets. There's so much walking from A to B that this is actually also the first (and only!) game that made me create a macro that kept W pressed W for me, so I didn't have to... The core gameplay mechanic is that you walk around the map looking for "memories" to uncover for the story to be told. In reality, it's as simple as scanning the horizon, finding areas with a huge light column extending toward the sky and walking towards it. You approach the spot, you find a little pile of dirt and you press E to play a story segment. Not all segments are marked, but that's basically all there is to it "gameplay" wise. The graphics are nice and simple, but a lot of items have mis-matched art styles and terrible shaders with overdone bump maps (because the author/dev used a bunch of free Unity assets to build the game, as per his commentary). The grass draw distance leaves something to be desired. The trees repeat...a LOT. At least they could have been rotated a bit... The levels are somewhat large for what it is but, otherwise, empty - you end up walking for a long time just because, with nothing to really do while you're walking. Story? It's a conversation between a guy and his wife, where the guy is talking about his daddy issues. You are essentially listening to a home therapy session, which, I guess, some people might enjoy, but to me and my missis it felt quite bland. There are stars to collect in each level for a total of 150 and they're extremely easy to find if you're an experienced player. They are then used for something at the end of the game. Overall, it's a walking sim with a therapy session built by one guy - nothing more. Maybe worth it for a buck, but not the full asking price.

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Posted on: August 31, 2021

PandurVlad

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Jeux: 197 Avis: 1

Beautiful, heartfelt but quite janky

Let’s get the negative stuff out of the way. There is no proper save game function – every time you exit the game for whatever reason, it wipes your progress on the current level you were on and sets you back at the start of the level. This really sucked for me when I unwittingly realized it, and it almost made me drop the game and watch a YouTube let’s play instead. There is barely any real gameplay (very basic platforming and picking up collectibles to trigger voice-over clips) and everything is slow-paced and dreamlike in order to suit the storytelling style. This is a fine artistic option, but can turn into a real slog when having to replay entire levels because you had to exit the game for whatever reason. That said, there is a lot to appreciate about the game. The visuals are vibrant and dreamy, the music is beautiful (although it can get repetitive if you spend too long on the same level) and the story really struck a nerve. The game was a one-man indie project, and despite some occasional jankiness, you can really tell a lot of heart and passion went into making it. The storytelling is the core of the game; it is subtle, heartfelt, it uses some very striking symbolism, and I found myself really touched and gripped by it. If you enjoy games with little to no gameplay that focus on delivering a personal, thoughtful and emotionally-driven experience, definitely give this a try, especially if you find it on sale! And if you’re interested in indie game development, go ahead and check out the game author's YouTube channel, “Game Dev Unlocked” – very insightful. :)

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Posted on: August 18, 2024

GarnetScorpio

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Jeux: 191 Avis: 1

Une jolie histoire sur le deuil

Pas de skill, de combat ou de point de vie ici : c'est un jeu narratif où l'on avance (littéralement) avec notre renarde pour dérouler le fil d'une histoire contemplative sur la perte d'un être cher, le regret et le deuil. Le gameplay est on ne peut plus simple : on avance, on saute et parfois on gratte. Les décors sont très beaux, accompagnés d’une agréable bande son (bien que parfois un peu forte – et non réglable). Le monde n’est pas très grand mais amplement suffisant en proportion du contenu du jeu. Le jeu est court : 2-3h selon que l’on trace tout droit ou que l’on fouille un peu pour découvrir quelques bonus. Encore une fois, c’est bien assez pour que le jeu délivre son message. En conclusion, c’est pour moi une petite pépite qui sait faire son affaire.

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Posted on: December 2, 2024

SBaHan

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Jeux: 16 Avis: 2

Emotionally engaging walking simulator

This visually stunning exploration game intertwines the story of a mother fox seeking to find her cubs and a narrator reflecting on his past and the future that lies ahead. This is not a fast-paced game, and not puzzle-based (with a minor exception); It lives up to its premise as a walking simulator where you uncover narrrative secret as you walk from one beautiful scenery to the next, each presenting with elements that put the story into a broader context. The visuals are amazing, environmental storytelling really engaging, and the music an emotional trip down memory lane as if it were your own. It all corroborates the story so well and makes the game emotionally appealing. With its 2.5 hours playtime, such a game could be expanded to include some more biomes and more challenges, but I would still highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys similar games such as Journey, Spirit of the North, and Lost Ember.

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Posted on: January 24, 2025

Thunker

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AZERTY ? Non ?

Voilà un jeu qui n'aura pas volé son genre de "Walking Simulator". Nous incarnons une renarde qui se promène dans des décors variés. Ceux-ci sont plutôt jolis et le dernier avant les crédits de fin est vraiment très réussi ! Au niveau de l'histoire, celle-ci est porté par deux personnages qui discutent aux moments clés ou quand on déterre un objet. Le sujet abordé est le deuil. C'est suffisamment bien écrit pour amener une petite larme à l’œil quand tout est terminé. Pour amener un peu de défi, il y a beaucoup d'éléments à collecter comme les étoiles. Il y en a 150 ! Certaines sont bien cachées mais sont trouvables sans trop de problème pour quiconque est un minimum curieux et aime aller partout. La musique est excellente ; elle est douce et nous berce dans cette ambiance mélancolique. ÉNORME DÉFAUT : impossible de reconfigurer les touches ! On est BLOQUÉ EN QWERTY ! Et ça, c'est intolérable ! Cette option devrait être disponible de manière automatique ! C'est à cause de ça que je ne peux pas vous le recommander ni le conseiller ! Il ne faut pas encourager cette pratique !

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