Info about Röki: Official game description: Digital Deluxe Edition ====================== Press Quotes ============ _"Scandi fantasy adventure Röki looks quietly brilliant."_ - **Eurogamer** _"Röki has a power all of its own."_ - **Edge** _“Röki is one of the most impressive games I played at Gamescom 2019.”_ - **GamersPack** _"It may look sweet, but there's something hiding just below the surface that's giving me chills."_ - **Games Radar** About the Game ============== Every dark fairytale has its monster. ------------------------------------- Rediscover magic and chart your adventure through this forgotten northern world of mystery and monsters. Find your courage, discover hidden paths, solve ancient puzzles and travel deeper through the icy land to learn the truth. Join **Tove** on a fantastical journey to save her family; one that takes her deep into a hidden, long forgotten world of folklore, filled with strange locations and even stranger creatures. Explore the ancient wilderness, solve its mysteries, and save your family in this modern adventure game for all. EXPLORE a Living Fairy Tale Forest ---------------------------------- Explore a rich, beguiling Northern world of mystery and monsters; filled with detail and brought to life by Roki's signature graphical style. Make Friends With MONSTERS -------------------------- Seek out the ancient and magical creatures of the Scandinavian wilderness; some are friendly, some not so much! Röki has a rich cast of unique ‘creepy-but-cute’ characters - discover our own take on Nordic folklore.  SEARCH for Long Forgotten Items ------------------------------- The ancient wilderness holds many secrets. Seek out long forgotten items to aid you on your adventure. SOLVE the Riddles of the Wilderness ----------------------------------- Röki is a game of brains not brawn. Can you unlock ancient pathways and solve the riddles of the ancients? CHART your Journey ------------------ Tove charts her progress in her trusty journal - it’s her grail diary. Map uncharted regions, delve into the rich Scandinavian folklore, collect loot and earn unique ‘wilderness explorer’ badges. An ADVENTURE For ALL -------------------- **Röki** is an adventure game for ALL gamers - with its non-violent gameplay, accessible controls and universal themes.. The game is designed uniquely to pose a challenge, but to also offer a helping hand when adventurers need it. A truly modern take on the adventure game genre. Release date: Jul 23, 2020 Categories: Point-and-click Adventure, Puzzle Solving, Exploration, Single-player Story, Scandinavian folklore narrative, Collectibles, Atmospheric Horror Feature scans: - Wiki: score 50; verdict: Moderate External Dependency; summary: The user feedback consistently highlights a critical lack of in-game guidance, forcing players to rely on external walkthroughs to solve puzzles and progress. The puzzles are described as unclear and interconnected, and the large map with long traversal times compounds the issue. This indicates a strong dependency on external instructional data, aligning with the 'Student' tier. - Proton/Linux: score 0; verdict: No evidence; summary: No user reviews were provided in the dataset. The supplied text is a game description rather than user feedback, and it contains no Linux, Proton, SteamOS, Wine, or native Linux build mentions. Therefore, no Linux/Proton compatibility analysis can be performed. - Steam Deck: score 35; verdict: Playable with minor visual challenges; summary: The game runs well on Steam Deck with full controller support, but the small screen size makes it difficult to catch details, and there are frequent black screen loading interruptions that can disrupt gameplay. Overall, it's playable but requires some patience. - Hardware Profile: No data Feature extractions: - Community Price: - Community fair range: $10.00 - $15.00 - Reasoning: The community sentiment indicates that the current $19.99 price is generally considered too high. Many reviewers advise waiting for a sale, with some suggesting half price (~$10) would be fair, while one reviewer explicitly states $17 is appropriate. This suggests a fair base-game price range between $10 and $15, balancing those who find the game worth a moderate discount and those who consider it overpriced at full price. - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: 10.5h - Story completion: 10.5h - Session length: N/A - Endgame: N/A - Reasoning: Multiple reviews report total playtime to complete the game, ranging from 6 to 13 hours, with most clustering around 10-11 hours. This directly supports gameCompletion and storyCompletion, as the game is story-driven and finishing the story is the primary objective. No evidence specifies typical session length or time spent in endgame activities, so those metrics are set to null. - Time-to-fun: - Summary: Röki starts with engaging puzzles and a charming world, but repetitive backtracking, slow animations, and pacing issues make the later chapters tedious, causing enjoyment to drop. - Stance: Fun then drops - Anchor: N/A - Time to anchor: N/A - Friction: repetitive backtracking; slow animations; tedious puzzles; slow pacing; repetitive dialogue; no chapter select - Unlock drivers: N/A - Conditions: enjoyment drops after the second half; enjoyment drops in the last third; Chapter 3 is particularly tedious; players who dislike backtracking will find it tedious; players who enjoy brain-twisting puzzles may enjoy it; players who like point-and-click may enjoy it; the game is longer than the story warrants; the game lacks a chapter select - Player Archetypes: - Cozy Atmosphere Seeker (buy) - Motivation: Emotional immersion and relaxation through a heartwarming story and soothing presentation. - Playstyle: Casual exploration, story-driven, taking time to enjoy the art and music. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: casual gamer - Reference games: N/A - Genre Veteran (sale) - Motivation: Intellectual engagement with puzzle design and appreciation of the adventure genre. - Playstyle: Methodical, puzzle-focused, comparing to classic titles, seeking fair but not trivial challenges. - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: veteran of this genre; adventure game aficionado - Reference games: Monkey Island - Completionist Achievement Hunter (sale) - Motivation: Achieving 100% completion and collecting all achievements. - Playstyle: Guide-driven, meticulous, save management, replaying sections for missables. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: achievement hunter; completionist - Reference games: N/A - Frustrated Critic (no buy) - Motivation: Finishing the game to see if it improves, but ultimately disappointed by the experience. - Playstyle: Impatient, guide-following, critical of design choices, seeking a rewarding puzzle experience. - Experience: mixed - Purchase stance: no buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: N/A Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Puzzles are well balanced (weight 0.49): Players consistently praise the puzzle difficulty as moderate, fair, and engaging without being frustrating. The puzzles are described as logical, thoughtful, and satisfying, with a good progression of complexity. - Beautiful visuals and art (weight 0.46): The game's visual presentation is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting the beautiful art style, graphics, and overall aesthetic. The visuals are described as charming, cute, and well-crafted, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. - Engaging and emotional story (weight 0.36): The narrative is frequently commended for being interesting, captivating, and emotionally resonant. Reviewers note the story's ability to draw them in, with many mentioning its touching and sometimes sad themes of loss and acceptance. - Rich folklore and mythology (weight 0.26): The integration of Scandinavian and Norse folklore is a standout feature, with players appreciating the authentic and natural incorporation of mythical creatures and themes. This cultural element adds depth and uniqueness to the game world. - Fun and enjoyable gameplay (weight 0.23): Players find the game to be a fun, entertaining, and captivating experience overall. The gameplay is described as simple yet engaging, with a good balance that keeps players invested from start to finish. - Excellent soundtrack and music (weight 0.2): The game's music and sound design are consistently praised for being beautiful, relaxing, and perfectly matching the game's atmosphere. Reviewers note that the soundtrack significantly enhances the overall experience. Common complaints: - Missable achievements require replays (weight 0.17): Many achievements are easily missed during the first playthrough, and the lack of chapter selection forces full replays to collect them. This makes achievement hunting tedious and frustrating. - Gameplay becomes repetitive and tedious (weight 0.16): The game quickly becomes monotonous and tiring, with later stages described as a slog. The repetitive nature and slow pacing contribute to a boring experience. - Ending feels rushed and abrupt (weight 0.13): The ending is frequently criticized as too short, abrupt, and unresolved, leaving players unsatisfied. The final battle is also described as lackluster and anticlimactic. - Excessive backtracking and back-and-forth (weight 0.09): The game involves an awful amount of backtracking and back-and-forth traversal, which feels arbitrary and boring. This slows down the pacing and adds unnecessary tedium. - Auto-save system is problematic (weight 0.07): The auto-save only keeps three saves two minutes apart, making it difficult to choose where to restart. This system is seen as annoying and restrictive. - Forced settings on every launch (weight 0.07): The game requires confirming resolution and language settings each time it starts, which is an unnecessary and annoying step for players. - Pacing is slow and tedious (weight 0.05): The pacing is widely criticized as being too slow and tedious, with the game dragging on longer than necessary. This contributes to the overall boring experience. - Characters are flat and uninteresting (weight 0.05): Characters are described as lacking depth and realism, making it hard for players to connect with them. This weakens the overall narrative experience. - Achievement bug prevents unlocking (weight 0.05): A bug prevents the 'get all other achievements' achievement from unlocking even when all in-game requirements are met. This issue has persisted for a long time without a fix. - Keyboard controls are imprecise (weight 0.05): Keyboard and mouse controls are described as cumbersome and counterintuitive, making gameplay less enjoyable. This is a significant issue for PC players. - Fast travel system is lacking (weight 0.05): The fast travel system is either absent or ineffective, making navigation tedious. Players find the lack of fast travel to be a significant inconvenience. Gameplay feedback: - Puzzle-solving core gameplay (weight 0.54): The game is fundamentally a puzzle adventure, featuring a variety of puzzles from simple to challenging, often involving item collection and combination. Players solve riddles, combine objects, and navigate escape-room style challenges. - Point-and-click adventure style (weight 0.3): The game is widely described as a point-and-click adventure, drawing inspiration from classic graphic adventures. It features a modern take on the genre with item-based puzzles and exploration. - Scandinavian folklore narrative (weight 0.25): The story is heavily inspired by Scandinavian and Nordic folklore, with a cozy yet mysterious atmosphere. The game provides explanations for the myths encountered, enriching the narrative experience. - Item collection and combination (weight 0.21): A core gameplay loop involves collecting items and combining them to solve puzzles. Players gather resources, interact with the environment, and use inventory items to progress. - Exploration and map traversal (weight 0.12): The game features multiple explorable maps across three main chapters. Exploration is a key element, with players navigating various environments and using a fast-travel system. - Story-driven adventure experience (weight 0.11): The game is a narrative-heavy adventure, blending puzzle-solving with a rich story. It is described as a quest or fairy tale, with a strong emphasis on exploration and character interaction. - Collectibles and achievements (weight 0.09): The game includes a collectible system with optional items and achievements. A journal system complements the collection aspect, adding depth to the gameplay. - Creature interaction and discovery (weight 0.06): Gameplay involves meeting and interacting with creatures, as well as finding plants and other elements. Players talk to characters and collect items while exploring small areas. - Dual character control mechanic (weight 0.06): In some parts of the game, players control two characters simultaneously. This mechanic adds a unique layer to puzzle-solving and exploration. - Medium difficulty setting (weight 0.04): The game offers a difficulty setting and is considered decently challenging. It strikes a balance, providing a moderate level of challenge for players. - Fast-travel system available (weight 0.04): The game includes a fast-travel system, using a magical tree root network or world tree portals. This feature is available in the first half of the game, aiding navigation. Performance notes: - Stable performance on various hardware (weight 0.11): Multiple players reported stable performance with no crashes or bugs on low-end PCs, Steam Deck, Steam Machine, and ASUS ROG Ally. This indicates good optimization across different platforms. - Minor bugs reported (weight 0.05): Several players encountered minor bugs such as inventory sound glitches, a skipped puzzle in act 2, and a small graphical bug in the deer forest. These issues are isolated and not game-breaking. - Performance generally stable for indie (weight 0.03): Players noted that performance is generally stable for an indie game of this style, with occasional technical glitches. This suggests the game meets typical expectations for its genre. - Great performance and ultrawide fix (weight 0.03): Players praised great performance and noted that ultrawide support works with a simple fix. This is positive for users with ultrawide monitors. - Flawless run with menu bug (weight 0.02): A player noted the game ran flawlessly but had a bug where the game gets stuck in the menu. This is a specific issue that can trap players and needs attention. Recommendations: - Highly recommended overall (weight 0.23): Many reviewers strongly recommend the game, with some saying to buy it without hesitation. This indicates a generally positive reception. - Best value on sale (weight 0.16): A significant number of reviewers advise waiting for a sale or discount before purchasing, suggesting the full price may be too high for the content offered. This is a common sentiment across multiple clusters. - Recommended for puzzle fans (weight 0.1): The game is frequently recommended to players who enjoy puzzle-solving and point-and-click adventures. This suggests the core gameplay appeals to a specific audience. - Appeals to mythology enthusiasts (weight 0.1): Reviewers often mention the game's Scandinavian folklore and mythology as a key draw, recommending it to fans of such themes. This indicates a strong thematic element. - Good for narrative lovers (weight 0.1): The game is recommended for players who enjoy story-driven adventures and emotional narratives. This suggests the story is a strong point, though some find it clichéd. - Suitable for cozy play (weight 0.1): Several reviewers recommend the game for those seeking a relaxing, atmospheric experience, often describing it as a cozy game. This indicates a calm, immersive quality. - Use guides for achievements (weight 0.09): Several reviewers recommend using a guide to complete achievements or 100% the game, citing missable achievements and no chapter select. This is a practical tip for completionists. - Great for playing with children (weight 0.06): Multiple reviewers suggest the game is suitable for playing with kids, often specifying age ranges. This indicates family-friendly content and cooperative play potential. - Not for hardcore gamers (weight 0.06): Some reviewers advise against buying if you seek complex puzzles or hard challenges, indicating the game is relatively easy. This helps set expectations for difficulty. - Good for casual players (weight 0.04): The game is recommended for casual gamers who enjoy story and experience over challenge. This aligns with its relaxed pacing and accessible puzzles. - Best in specific seasons (weight 0.03): Some reviewers suggest playing during autumn or winter for a more atmospheric experience. This is a niche but interesting recommendation. - Play on PC or Steam Deck (weight 0.02): A reviewer specifically recommends playing on PC or Steam Deck, suggesting the game is well-suited for those platforms. This is a platform-specific tip. - Use gamepad for immersion (weight 0.02): One reviewer recommends playing with a gamepad for better controls and immersion. This is a minor but useful suggestion. - Consider Deluxe Edition (weight 0.01): A reviewer suggests buying the Deluxe Edition for the soundtrack if you don't use Spotify. This is a purchasing tip for fans of the music. Other player notes: - Game length around 10 hours (weight 0.35): Multiple reviewers report a playtime of approximately 10 hours, with some noting 6-10 or 10-30 hours. This length is generally considered appropriate for the price. - Often purchased at discount (weight 0.19): Many reviewers bought the game on sale, often at deep discounts, and several felt it was worth full price. This suggests the game is frequently discounted and offers good value when on sale. - Compared to Bramble and other games (weight 0.17): Reviewers compare the game to Bramble the Mountain King, Pinstripe, Spiritfarer, Celeste, Undertale, and others, noting differences in tone and puzzle design. Some find it less dark than Bramble, while others compare its dialogue sound to Celeste and Undertale. - No chapter select or manual saves (weight 0.15): The game lacks chapter selection, manual saves, and multiple save slots, relying only on autosaves and chapter rollback. This makes collecting missable achievements difficult and requires replaying the game. - Scandinavian folklore setting (weight 0.13): The game is set in a Scandinavian-inspired world featuring Norse fantasy elements and creatures like trolls, tomte, Jötnar, and Jólakötturin. Reviewers appreciate the cultural authenticity and exposure to folklore. - Achievements are missable and require replays (weight 0.13): Many achievements are missable and require multiple playthroughs or a guide with save files due to the lack of chapter select. Some achievements are tied to completing all others, and there are reports of a broken platinum achievement. - Story has emotional depth (weight 0.11): The story addresses sensitive topics such as loss of a parent, memory changes after trauma, and family betrayal, with nuanced layers about sacrifice and a mother's love. Despite cute looks, it includes drama and darker moments. - Developed by Polygon Treehouse (weight 0.1): The game is the debut title from the small British studio Polygon Treehouse, founded by ex-Guerrilla Games employees. Reviewers acknowledge it as a first game and a real achievement. - No voice acting, only sounds (weight 0.08): Characters do not have full voice acting; they only make short vocalizations like 'papa' and gasps. Some reviewers find this acceptable, while others note it as a limitation. - Controller and platform support (weight 0.07): The game supports controller and mouse/keyboard, and was played on Xbox and ASUS ROG Ally. It is best with a controller, and the game is made with Unity. - Described as hidden gem and cozy (weight 0.07): Several reviewers describe the game as a hidden gem and a cozy, heartfelt experience that stays with you after finishing. It is considered a small masterpiece by some, though others think it is overrated. - Compared to Fran Bow and Hilda (weight 0.06): Reviewers compare the game to Fran Bow and the show Hilda, noting similarities in storyline, imagery, and ambience. These comparisons highlight the game's narrative and visual style. - Japanese translation has errors (weight 0.06): The Japanese version contains translation errors and occasional typos, though the meaning remains clear. Some reviewers also note that Japanese cannot be selected in the options. - Price considered high by some (weight 0.06): Some reviewers feel the game is overpriced for its value, while others find it worth the price, especially on sale. The game's content barely exceeds Steam refund time for one reviewer. - Localization quality varies (weight 0.05): The Italian localization is well done with only a couple of errors, while the Japanese translation has typos. The game lacks Ukrainian language support, and there is a possible translation error with calling the father 'daddy bear or dad'. - Content padded with traversal (weight 0.05): The game has a good amount of content, but much of it is padded with map traversal. Some reviewers suggest it could have been shorter and more focused, and that a 2D point-and-click format would have been better. - Keyboard shortcuts not explained (weight 0.04): The game does not inform players that 'e' can be used instead of 'enter' and that 'space' has a specific purpose later. There is also an F key to find interactable items, which is not clearly communicated. - Collectibles not tied to achievements (weight 0.03): Collectibles do not count towards achievements, and they are added to the journal automatically. This reduces the need to find them for completion, but some achievements are still missable. - Playtime inflated by idle time (weight 0.02): One reviewer notes that their playtime was inflated by leaving the game running, not by engaging content. This suggests that actual gameplay time may be shorter than reported. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.2): The game's slow pacing, tedious backtracking, and unintuitive puzzles frequently force players to rely on guides or get stuck. The save system, lack of chapter select, and various glitches compound the frustration, making achievement hunting and progress feel unnecessarily difficult. - Enjoyment (weight 0.12): Players found joy in the beautiful graphics, engaging puzzles, and immersive Norse folklore. The story, characters, and atmosphere were consistently praised, making the game a fun and heartfelt experience. - Appreciation (weight 0.09): The game's art style, music, and story were widely admired, with many noting the warm atmosphere and well-crafted world. Players appreciated the respectful handling of folklore and the emotional depth of the narrative. - Disappointment (weight 0.09): The abrupt and anticlimactic ending, along with pacing issues and a lack of voice acting, left many players feeling let down. The story's execution and the game's technical flaws, such as translation errors and missable achievements, also contributed to disappointment. - Satisfaction (weight 0.04): Well-designed puzzles that reward patience and observation, combined with a touching story and quality-of-life features, led to a satisfying experience. Players felt a sense of accomplishment from solving puzzles and appreciated the game's appropriate length and difficulty. - Boredom (weight 0.04): The game's slow pacing, repetitive puzzles, and excessive backtracking caused boredom for some players. Long cutscenes and simple gameplay mechanics made parts of the experience feel tedious and monotonous. - Annoyance (weight 0.04): Annoyance stemmed from repetitive character sounds, slow animations, and the inconvenience of the save system. The lack of chapter selection and the need to replay for achievements also irritated players. - Love (weight 0.03): Players loved the charming characters, beautiful art, and engaging story. The game's unique atmosphere and heartfelt narrative made it a memorable and beloved experience. - Admiration (weight 0.02): The game was admired for its beautiful story, excellent art, and emotional depth. Players appreciated the craftsmanship and the way it handled themes of family and loss with subtlety and maturity. - Sadness (weight 0.02): The game's heartbreaking story about family and loss moved many players to tears. The emotional narrative and poignant ending evoked deep sadness, making the experience memorable. - Anger (weight 0.02): Anger was triggered by the game's unfair mechanics, such as the lack of warning before leaving a chapter and the need for full replays. The story's rushed ending and illogical character decisions also frustrated players. - Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion arose from non-linear progression, unclear objectives, and some puzzles that were hard to solve. The game's map navigation and certain plot points also left players feeling lost. - Relaxation (weight 0.01): The relaxing soundtrack, zen pace, and accessible puzzles provided a calming experience. The game's lack of time-limited actions and soothing atmosphere contributed to a sense of relaxation. - Surprise (weight 0.01): Players were pleasantly surprised by the game's emotional depth and captivating story, which exceeded expectations. The game's themes were more complex than the trailer suggested, adding to the surprise. - Irritation (weight 0.01): Irritation was caused by constant dialogue pauses, irritating character voices, and long animations. The partial voice acting and repetitive popups also annoyed players. - Delight (weight 0.01): The wonderful art style, music, and puzzle design brought delight to players. Exploring the world and solving puzzles were enjoyable, leaving a pleasant and lasting impression. - Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Players were enthusiastic about the game's masterful writing, art style, and puzzling. The unique folklore and overall experience made it highly recommended and a standout title. - Joy (weight 0.01): Joy came from the beautiful snowy landscape, cute characters, and the satisfaction of resolving puzzles. The game's cozy and heartwarming elements brought happiness to players. - Disgust (weight 0.01): Disgust was expressed towards the story's absurd and unpleasant elements, as well as the characters' behavior. Some players found the emotional aspects unconvincing and the overall experience distasteful. - Immersion (weight 0.01): The game's immersive world, engaging story, and well-designed UI allowed players to feel fully absorbed. The experience felt like being inside a three-dimensional picture book, enhancing immersion.}