EVERYTHING IS ABOUT TO CHANGE

vivid/stasis is a rhythm-mystery hybrid game that follows the fates of four girls as they get wrapped up in a mind-bending adventure involving organizations, mysterious disappearances, and the fourth dimension. The game ties together an emotionally intense interweaving storyline with varying levels of music-based gameplay... and more...?

In the rhythm game section of vivid/stasis, you'll find yourself facing various levels of difficulty, with many options for customizability to play the game your way. Whether you're a casual rhythm gamer just here to enjoy the story, or a hardcore rhythm game legend looking to find a new kind of challenge, there's a good chance you'll find it here. Between "Opening", "Middle", "Finale", and the extra-spicy "Encore" difficulty, players will be sure to find something fun for their skill level no matter their prior experience with rhythm games.

Unlike other traditional vertical-scrolling rhythm games, vivid/stasis introduces the concept of "Bumper Notes"; notes that take up two lanes. These notes can be hit with either of the keys assigned to the lanes it falls under, giving the game a unique playability with strictly four keys, despite the six types of possible notes.

The song list of vivid/stasis features well-known and prominent artists in the music game scene (Tanchiky, Camellia, Silentroom), but also shines light on a fair amount of lesser known producers (A-Saph, Lundy, Spehs, and many many more).

On July 21st, 2022, Tsuki Tasogare went missing after not coming home before her agreed-upon curfew.

An investigation was picked up, but after less than a day of little to no progress, her sister, Saturday, finds the lack of enthusiasm for finding her sister confusing, and gets impatient.

And so, she decides to look into it herself. Alongside her friends, Allison and Kotomi, Saturday hopes to uncover the secret behind her sister's strange disappearance... and isn't quite ready for what she discovers.

vivid/stasis' story spans multiple chapters and multiple game genres to tell a coming-of-age story about living with trauma from a young age, and what makes our feelings "real".

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OS: Windows 10 / 11
Processor: Intel Core i5-10310U / AMD Ryzen Embedded V1404I
Memory: 8 GB RAM
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OS: Windows 10 / 11
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Its intricate plot, compelling characters, and seamless integration with the rhythm gameplay create a deeply immersive narrative experience.",{"_267":288,"_269":289,"_271":290,"_272":291,"_274":292},"Unique Hybrid Gameplay",0.4917906662189728,0.9,156,"The game stands out for its unique blend of rhythm gameplay, a compelling story, and innovative ARG-style puzzles. This combination creates a distinct and memorable experience, setting a new benchmark for non-commercial rhythm games.",{"_267":294,"_269":295,"_271":296,"_272":297,"_274":298},"Appealing Art Style & Visuals",0.4332006782532749,0.8,137,"The game's visual presentation, including its unique pixel art style, cute character designs, and overall aesthetic, is highly appealing. This distinct art direction contributes significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere.",{"_267":300,"_269":301,"_271":296,"_272":302,"_274":303},"Highly Accessible Gameplay",0.2812009259621595,77,"The game is highly accessible to both newcomers and veteran rhythm game players, offering flexible difficulty options, lenient timing windows, and various accessibility settings. These features ensure a welcoming and customizable experience for all.",{"_267":305,"_269":306,"_271":307,"_272":308,"_274":309},"Excellent & Fun Charting",0.17795853823911603,0.85,41,"The game's charts are consistently praised for being fun, well-designed, and creative. They offer a smooth difficulty curve, with engaging gimmicks and visual effects that enhance the rhythm gameplay experience for players of all skill levels.",{"_267":311,"_269":312,"_271":290,"_272":313,"_274":314},"Remarkable Free-to-Play Quality",0.1772073889979556,40,"A recurring sentiment is the disbelief and appreciation for the game being completely free, with no hidden costs or microtransactions. Players feel its quality and content volume warrant a price tag, making its free nature a significant advantage.",{"_267":316,"_269":317,"_271":318,"_272":319,"_274":320},"Engaging & Challenging Puzzles",0.139850103470526,0.75,31,"The puzzles are a strong point, described as engaging, satisfying, and cleverly integrated into the story. They range in difficulty, providing a rewarding challenge for players who enjoy cryptography and alternate reality game elements.",{"_267":322,"_269":323,"_271":324,"_272":325,"_274":326},"Immaculate Presentation & Direction",0.09521731187150344,0.7,19,"The game's overall presentation and artistic direction are consistently lauded. The visual effects, immersive design, and polished production quality significantly enhance the player's engagement and appreciation for the game's content.",{"_267":328,"_269":329,"_271":330,"_272":164,"_274":331},"High Skill Ceiling",0.06892416804646172,0.6,"The game offers a high skill ceiling, providing a substantial and rewarding challenge for experienced players at higher difficulties. The varied difficulty levels ensure that both casual players and those seeking mastery can find appropriate challenges.","negativeSummary",[334,339,344,349,354,359,364,370,374,379,384],{"_267":335,"_269":336,"_271":284,"_272":337,"_274":338},"High Difficulty & Forced Progression",0.6162896386349465,207,"Players consistently report that both the rhythm game and puzzle elements are excessively difficult, especially for new players. The mandatory integration of these challenging components with story progression often forces players to consult external guides, leading to frustration and a feeling of being 'roadblocked'.",{"_267":340,"_269":341,"_271":307,"_272":342,"_274":343},"Unengaging & Forced Story",0.535236767252499,178,"The story is widely criticized for being mandatory, uninteresting, confusing, and poorly integrated with the rhythm gameplay. Players feel forced to engage with a narrative they don't care for, often requiring excessive grinding or puzzle-solving to unlock songs and progress, which detracts from the core rhythm game experience.",{"_267":345,"_269":346,"_271":324,"_272":347,"_274":348},"Unpolished Rhythm Gameplay",0.33334331201499684,101,"Many players feel the core rhythm gameplay is poorly designed, with issues like inaccurate difficulty ratings, inconsistent note registration, and charts that don't align well with the music. The overall 'feel' of the game is often described as clunky or unresponsive, lacking the polish and customization expected by rhythm game enthusiasts.",{"_267":350,"_269":351,"_271":318,"_272":352,"_274":353},"Tedious Content Unlocks",0.31104512835389153,90,"The methods for unlocking songs and other content are described as tedious, convoluted, and excessively grindy. Players express frustration with the time-consuming process, which often involves repetitive play, story progression, and difficult puzzles, making it a chore rather than an enjoyable progression system.",{"_267":355,"_269":356,"_271":290,"_272":357,"_274":358},"Frequent Crashes & Performance Issues",0.29522773297340094,79,"A significant number of players experienced frequent game crashes, freezes, and performance issues such as stuttering, audio desyncs, and frame drops. These technical problems severely disrupt gameplay and story progression, indicating a lack of optimization and stability.",{"_267":360,"_269":361,"_271":362,"_272":168,"_274":363},"Unappealing Visual Style",0.06961690851963791,0.5,"The game's visual style, particularly the mix of pixel art and real photo backgrounds, is off-putting for some players. Issues like gloomy graphics, cluttered visuals, and unreadable text due to flashing effects contribute to a poor aesthetic experience.",{"_267":365,"_269":366,"_271":367,"_272":368,"_274":369},"Missing Language Localization",0.06933613799893726,0.4,15,"A significant number of players expressed disappointment over the lack of localization for various languages, particularly Chinese and Japanese. This absence creates a barrier for non-English speakers who wish to engage with the game's story and content.",{"_267":371,"_269":372,"_271":330,"_272":160,"_274":373},"Lack of Clarity & Guidance",0.06490825787914561,"Players struggle to understand the game's lore, mechanics, and overall objectives due to insufficient in-game explanations and a lack of clear guidance. This confusion often leads to players feeling disconnected from the narrative and gameplay.",{"_267":375,"_269":376,"_271":377,"_272":164,"_274":378},"Uncertain Future & Modding",0.06023525193445938,0.35,"Players are concerned about the game's future, citing a lack of planned updates, buggy updates that break existing features, and the absence of modding support. There's a sentiment that the game has declined since its official release.",{"_267":380,"_269":381,"_271":382,"_272":152,"_274":383},"Tedious Betweenspace Exploration",0.05268407195685593,0.45,"The 'Betweenspace' exploration mode is widely criticized as a tedious, grindy, and confusing 'walking simulator' with repetitive music and minimal gameplay. It's seen as an unnecessary barrier to story progression and an unengaging experience.",{"_267":385,"_269":386,"_271":387,"_272":388,"_274":389},"Overall Negative Sentiment",0.05145957472820759,0.1,16,"A portion of the feedback consists of highly negative and emotional statements, describing the game as 'dogshit,' 'uninspired,' and 'one of the worst.' While these comments lack specific constructive criticism, they reflect a strong overall dissatisfaction with the game's current state and direction.","gameplaySummary",[392,397,402,405,410,415,419,423,427,432],{"_267":393,"_269":394,"_271":290,"_272":395,"_274":396},"Multi-Genre Integration",0.5082501745568869,163,"Beyond the rhythm game, the game heavily integrates visual novel storytelling, intricate puzzles, and Alternate Reality Game (ARG) elements. These components are often intertwined with progression, requiring players to engage with multiple genres.",{"_267":398,"_269":399,"_271":284,"_272":400,"_274":401},"Core Rhythm Gameplay",0.496084754610071,155,"The game is primarily a 4-key vertical scrolling rhythm game, but it innovates on the traditional format with unique note types and mechanics. It's designed to be accessible to both newcomers and experienced players of the genre.",{"_267":403,"_269":306,"_271":307,"_272":308,"_274":404},"Flexible Difficulty Settings","The game offers a wide spectrum of difficulty levels, catering to beginners and seasoned rhythm game players alike. Players can adjust settings and choose difficulties to match their skill, with options to make the game easier or harder.",{"_267":406,"_269":407,"_271":296,"_272":408,"_274":409},"Challenging Puzzles with Hints",0.16882904265967205,39,"Puzzles are a significant part of the game's progression, often requiring cipher-solving or external research. While some puzzles are challenging, the game provides in-game hints and accessibility options to skip them or find solutions online.",{"_267":411,"_269":412,"_271":324,"_272":413,"_274":414},"Node Flowchart Progression",0.08759663170283045,17,"Progression is tied to a 'Node Flowchart' system where players earn 'Batteries' (currency) by playing songs. This currency is used to unlock new songs and advance the story, though some players find the system a bit grindy.",{"_267":416,"_269":417,"_271":296,"_272":368,"_274":418},"Extensive Music Library",0.08245502863514671,"The game boasts a large and high-quality music library, featuring many original tracks and collaborations. Most songs are unlocked through story progression or an in-game currency system, with an option to unlock all content via accessibility settings.",{"_267":420,"_269":421,"_271":318,"_272":368,"_274":422},"Dynamic Chart Gimmicks",0.08113532234893202,"Charts often feature visual and speed gimmicks, adding complexity and requiring players to adapt. While some charts are praised for their natural flow and fun, others can be challenging due to these unique effects.",{"_267":424,"_269":425,"_271":324,"_272":160,"_274":426},"Lenient Judgment System",0.06745849538809591,"The game features a relatively lenient judgment system, with adjustable timing windows and clear visual feedback. This forgiving approach makes the game more accessible, especially for new rhythm game players.",{"_267":428,"_269":429,"_271":430,"_272":140,"_274":431},"Challenging Boss Songs",0.04420059086731285,0.65,"The game includes 'boss' songs that are often tied to story progression and can be quite challenging. However, players can adjust their difficulty to clear these sections and continue the narrative.",{"_267":433,"_269":434,"_271":318,"_272":132,"_274":435},"Comprehensive Accessibility Options",0.03559336309198433,"The game includes robust accessibility options, such as an 'unlock all content' button and settings to increase resource gain. These features allow players to customize their experience and bypass elements they might not enjoy.","performanceSummary",[438,442,446],{"_267":439,"_269":440,"_271":290,"_272":388,"_274":441},"Inconsistent Performance & Lag",0.08913059796514296,"Players report inconsistent performance, with some experiencing significant frame rate drops and stutters even on high-end systems, while others find it runs fine on lower-end hardware. Specific issues include afterimages from notes and performance degradation after repeated track restarts or in certain game sections.",{"_267":443,"_269":444,"_271":296,"_272":132,"_274":445},"Improved Stability & Fewer Bugs",0.03617230680799007,"While some players initially encountered bugs and crashes, many report that these issues have been largely resolved through updates. Most current feedback indicates no serious game-breaking bugs, suggesting a more stable experience.",{"_267":447,"_269":448,"_271":362,"_272":117,"_274":449},"Enhanced System Compatibility",0.009618751543998444,"The developers have actively released updates aimed at improving compatibility and ensuring the game functions correctly across a wider range of computer systems, indicating ongoing optimization efforts.","recommendationSummary",[452,457,462,466,470,474,479,484],{"_267":453,"_269":454,"_271":117,"_272":455,"_274":456},"Highly Recommended Game",0.6489609668432564,218,"The game is overwhelmingly recommended by players, especially for fans of rhythm games and visual novels. Many consider it a must-play and a masterpiece, urging others to experience its unique blend of gameplay and story.",{"_267":458,"_269":459,"_271":290,"_272":460,"_274":461},"Excellent Value (Free)",0.2810998558915545,74,"A significant number of reviews highlight the game's free-to-play nature as a major selling point. Players feel its quality far exceeds its price tag, making it an easy recommendation with no risk involved.",{"_267":463,"_269":464,"_271":362,"_272":164,"_274":465},"Developer Support & Future Content",0.06585309956867438,"Players express strong support for the developers and hope for continued improvements, future updates, and even sequels. Many are willing to financially support future projects from the team.",{"_267":467,"_269":468,"_271":307,"_272":144,"_274":469},"Engaging Storyline",0.0522454443803077,"The game's story is consistently praised as a compelling and essential part of the experience. Many recommend playing through it, even suggesting using accessibility options to bypass gameplay challenges if needed, to fully appreciate the narrative.",{"_267":471,"_269":472,"_271":330,"_272":136,"_274":473},"Puzzle Solving Tips",0.038594681046155696,"Players acknowledge the presence of puzzles within the game and offer advice on how to approach them, including using guides or hints if stuck, to ensure a smoother experience.",{"_267":475,"_269":476,"_271":477,"_272":136,"_274":478},"Specific Gameplay Criticisms",0.02932561593521024,0.2,"A small but notable cluster of reviews expresses negative sentiment, citing fundamental issues or specific gameplay mechanics (like 'bumpers') that detract from the experience, leading to a lack of recommendation.",{"_267":480,"_269":481,"_271":482,"_272":128,"_274":483},"Request for Chinese Localization",0.023944265144698797,0.3,"There's a clear demand for Chinese localization to make the game accessible to a wider audience, with players believing it would significantly boost the game's reach and popularity.",{"_267":485,"_269":486,"_271":487,"_272":124,"_274":488},"Bumper Mechanic Feedback",0.016227064469786404,0.15,"Some players specifically mention 'bumpers' as a problematic gameplay element, suggesting options to remove or modify them, while others encourage players to adapt to this new mechanic.","miscSummary",[491,496,501,505,509,513,517,521,526,530,534,538,543,547,550,554,559],{"_267":492,"_269":493,"_271":290,"_272":494,"_274":495},"Surprisingly high quality for F2P",0.10929525412874803,21,"Players are consistently surprised by the game's high quality given that it is completely free-to-play with no ads or microtransactions. Many feel the game offers exceptional value, almost like 'stealing' from the developers.",{"_267":497,"_269":498,"_271":307,"_272":499,"_274":500},"Engaging visual novel story",0.10387318156771427,20,"The game features a strong, unique visual novel story with deep narrative progression and realistic dialogues. Players appreciate the mystery surrounding the protagonist Saturday's search for her missing sister, which can be interpreted in various ways.",{"_267":502,"_269":503,"_271":296,"_272":413,"_274":504},"Solid rhythm game experience",0.09057021393487388,"The game is a well-crafted rhythm game, often serving as an introduction to the genre for new PC players. It features diverse genres and interesting note placements, designed as a complete experience rather than an endless community game.",{"_267":506,"_269":507,"_271":430,"_272":388,"_274":508},"Appealing characters and LGBTQ+ themes",0.08216645156338777,"The game features appealing character designs, often described as cute. It prominently includes LGBTQ+ themes, specifically yuri (girls' love) and a transgender protagonist, which is a significant draw for some players.",{"_267":510,"_269":511,"_271":324,"_272":168,"_274":512},"Technical limitations and missing features",0.0757263008590032,"The game has some technical limitations, including a lack of controller support, requiring keyboard use. It also lacks a true fullscreen mode, has a locked FPS, and limited resolution options, which can impact the player experience.",{"_267":514,"_269":515,"_271":362,"_272":160,"_274":516},"PDF-based tutorial",0.062016127145171976,"The game's tutorial is provided as a 19-page PDF document, which some players find inconvenient. This format requires players to exit the game or use external resources to learn mechanics.",{"_267":518,"_269":519,"_271":330,"_272":156,"_274":520},"Transitioning from Early Access",0.06080769375090041,"The game has recently exited Early Access, with developers actively working to iron out bugs and add features. Players are hopeful for continued updates and a complete, bug-free experience.",{"_267":522,"_269":523,"_271":524,"_272":132,"_274":525},"Active and helpful Discord community",0.03293778432101335,0.55,"The game has an active and helpful Discord community where players can find hints and interact with developers. The developers are noted for their engagement and responsiveness on the platform.",{"_267":527,"_269":528,"_271":377,"_272":132,"_274":529},"Anticipation for future content",0.029418513218208948,"Players are eager for future content, including a potential sequel to complete the game's setting and worldview. They also hope for continued updates and collaborations from the developers.",{"_267":531,"_269":532,"_271":382,"_272":128,"_274":533},"Request for upscroll option",0.026498685316148764,"A significant number of players desire an official upscroll option for the playfield. The current lack of this feature leads some to resort to unconventional methods to achieve it.",{"_267":535,"_269":536,"_271":367,"_272":128,"_274":537},"Engaging ARG elements",0.025729787364103796,"During its Early Access phase, the game extensively utilized Alternate Reality Games (ARGs) with a dedicated website and community events, adding an extra layer of engagement.",{"_267":539,"_269":540,"_271":541,"_272":124,"_274":542},"Robust save data backup system",0.018437504911487976,0.25,"The game includes a robust save data backup system, automatically creating backups upon opening and allowing players to revert their data if needed, which is a useful feature.",{"_267":544,"_269":545,"_271":477,"_272":124,"_274":546},"Demand for Chinese localization",0.017437115560994594,"There is a demand for Chinese language localization, with players expressing hope that the developers will add support for the language in future updates.",{"_267":548,"_269":486,"_271":487,"_272":124,"_274":549},"English-only story content","The game's story is presented in English, which some players find challenging. However, it is also seen as an opportunity to improve English language skills.",{"_267":551,"_269":552,"_271":387,"_272":124,"_274":553},"Story and rhythm game progression",0.01466280796760512,"While story progression is linked to rhythm game performance, not all songs require story completion to unlock. Some story-related songs are noted for having significant difficulty spikes.",{"_267":555,"_269":556,"_271":557,"_272":124,"_274":558},"Hard-to-read pixel font",0.012329902657512748,0.05,"The pixelated font used in the game's UI and story is difficult to read for some players, especially those with dyslexia, impacting readability and immersion.",{"_267":560,"_269":561,"_271":562,"_272":124,"_274":563},"Intense prologue visuals",0.010851692042397021,0.03,"The game's prologue features intense flashing and glitchy graphics, and there's no way to access settings before this sequence, which could be problematic for sensitive players.","emotionsSummary",[566,571,576,581,586,591,596,601,605,610,614,618,622,625,629,632,635,639,643,646],{"_267":567,"_269":568,"_271":568,"_272":569,"_274":570},"Satisfaction",0.31064851881505207,388,"Players are highly satisfied with the game's overall quality, especially its engaging story, diverse music selection, and well-designed gameplay mechanics. The fact that the game is free, yet offers such a polished and content-rich experience, significantly contributes to this positive emotion, often exceeding expectations for a non-commercial title.",{"_267":572,"_269":573,"_271":573,"_272":574,"_274":575},"Frustration",0.11849479583666933,148,"Frustration primarily stems from technical issues like bugs, crashes, and performance problems, which hinder progression and gameplay. Players also express annoyance with certain design choices, including difficult or confusing puzzles, forced story progression to unlock content, and specific note types like 'bumper notes' that are hard to master or buggy.",{"_267":577,"_269":578,"_271":578,"_272":579,"_274":580},"Excitement",0.11369095276220977,142,"Excitement is driven by the game's high overall quality, captivating story, and unique gameplay mechanics. The sheer amount of free, engaging content, combined with anticipation for future updates or sequels, generates significant enthusiasm among players. The game's ability to reignite passion for rhythm games or introduce players to new genres also contributes to this feeling.",{"_267":582,"_269":583,"_271":583,"_272":584,"_274":585},"Disappointment",0.0744595676541233,93,"Disappointment arises from various issues, including a rushed or unfulfilling story ending, unexpected lag or performance problems, and the perceived lack of innovation in some aspects. Players also express disappointment with specific design choices, such as uninteresting non-rhythm elements, a small music library, or the game's buggy and unfinished state, particularly when it prevents content access or progression.",{"_267":587,"_269":588,"_271":588,"_272":589,"_274":590},"Joy",0.05044035228182546,63,"Joy is experienced through the game's enjoyable music, engaging story, and fun gameplay mechanics. Players find happiness in personal skill improvement, the emotional impact of the narrative, and the overall high-quality experience, especially considering the game is free. The extensive and high-quality song selection and cute character designs also contribute to this positive emotion.",{"_267":592,"_269":593,"_271":593,"_272":594,"_274":595},"Enjoyment",0.0488390712570056,61,"Enjoyment is consistently reported due to the game's addicting rhythm gameplay, high-quality music library, and engaging story. Players appreciate the unique gameplay mechanics, well-designed charts, and the overall fun experience, even when facing challenges. The inclusion of mini-games and appealing visuals further enhances this enjoyment.",{"_267":597,"_269":598,"_271":598,"_272":599,"_274":600},"Admiration",0.03522818254603683,44,"Admiration is directed towards the game's exceptional quality across its story, art, music, and innovative design. Players are particularly impressed by the developers' work, the game's unique blend of genres, and its non-commercial nature, which delivers a high-value experience comparable to or exceeding paid titles.",{"_267":602,"_269":603,"_271":603,"_272":408,"_274":604},"Awe",0.03122497998398719,"Awe is evoked by the game's profound impact, particularly through its seamless integration of music and plot, spectacular chart design, and overall high quality for a free game. Players are deeply impressed by the game's ability to create lasting memories and evoke a wide range of emotions, often highlighting the final chapter song and the sheer volume of content available without cost.",{"_267":606,"_269":607,"_271":607,"_272":608,"_274":609},"Surprise",0.02722177742193755,34,"Surprise primarily stems from the game's unexpectedly high quality, especially given that it is a free title. Players are also surprised by unique mechanics, the presence of engaging puzzles, and the depth of the story, often exceeding their initial expectations for a rhythm game. Discovering new genres or appreciating previously disliked ones also contributes to this feeling.",{"_267":611,"_269":612,"_271":612,"_272":99,"_274":613},"Appreciation",0.020016012810248198,"Appreciation is felt for the game's overall quality, its unique features, and the significant effort put in by the development team. Players particularly value the game's accessibility options, its free nature, and its unique narrative delivery, often recognizing the 'soul and hard work' invested in the project.",{"_267":615,"_269":616,"_271":616,"_272":413,"_274":617},"Confusion",0.013610888710968775,"Confusion arises from unclear gameplay mechanics, particularly specific note types like dual-row notes, and disorienting UI changes. 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“I'm astonished by it. Astonished by the ease with which it presents its ideas, the joy these ideas bring, and the sheer range of magical stuff it includes, all clipped together in such a satisfying manner. And fittingly, for a game about wells, I am astonished by how deep it all goes.”
10/10 – Eurogamer

“Animal Well redefines the Metroidvania genre”
10/10 – Noisy Pixel
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Dense atmospheric puzzle box world with tons of secrets
Light candles for safety and gradually fill out your map
Nonlinear -- explore and collect items in whatever order you choose

Enemies, environment, and items interact in surprising and systemic ways
All items have multiple uses
Learn how innocuous details can become meaningful
The main game is just the beginning. Players will be discovering hidden puzzles for years

Assess for yourself what is safe and dangerous
Focus on tension and suspense rather than action
You are disempowered, but can make clever use of your environment and items

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Some puzzles are designed for community collaboration, making solo completion nearly impossible.",{"_267":1023,"_269":1024,"_271":1025,"_272":1026,"_274":1027},"Punishing difficulty; tedious backtracking",0.29784570266035987,0.78,266,"The game features punishing difficulty with sparse save points and instant-death mechanics. Platforming challenges often demand excessive precision, leading to frustration and repetitive backtracking. The combination of these factors makes exploration feel punishing rather than rewarding.",{"_267":1029,"_269":1030,"_271":430,"_272":1031,"_274":1032},"Clunky platforming; frustrating mechanics",0.11773218081289961,82,"The game's platforming mechanics are clunky and unforgiving, leading to frustration. Bubble jumping is particularly difficult, and the character can easily get caught on corners. These issues make platforming sections feel tedious and require excessive practice.",{"_267":1034,"_269":1035,"_271":524,"_272":1036,"_274":1037},"Lacks story; mentally taxing",0.09376313359087897,64,"The game lacks a compelling story, lore, and character development, making it difficult to connect with the world and the player character. The game can also be mentally taxing and stressful, leading to negative emotions.",{"_267":1039,"_269":1040,"_271":330,"_272":313,"_274":1041},"Awkward controls; no remapping",0.0673580128455675,"The game's control scheme is awkward, particularly on keyboard, and lacks customization options. Item switching is cumbersome, disrupting gameplay flow and leading to frequent deaths. The game appears to be designed primarily for controller use, disadvantaging keyboard players.",{"_267":1043,"_269":1044,"_271":482,"_272":1045,"_274":1046},"Scary elements; frustrating chases",0.05450350998866362,38,"The game features scary elements, such as ghosts and chase sequences, that can be startling and frustrating. Some reviewers also expressed disappointment with meta game elements.",{"_267":1048,"_269":1049,"_271":382,"_272":830,"_274":1050},"Overpriced; poor localization",0.04797092714466307,"Some reviewers feel the game is overpriced for the amount of content it offers. The game also suffers from poor localization with translation errors. These issues detract from the overall value of the experience.",[1052,1057,1061,1065,1069,1073],{"_267":1053,"_269":1054,"_271":330,"_272":1055,"_274":1056},"Simple platforming, puzzle emphasis",0.22013828073632918,194,"The game features simple platforming mechanics, with a focus on puzzle-solving rather than complex movement. The player controls a basic character with limited abilities, and the game intentionally avoids advanced platforming techniques. This design choice emphasizes the importance of item usage and environmental interaction for progression.",{"_267":1058,"_269":1059,"_271":330,"_272":413,"_274":1060},"Difficult puzzles, ARG elements",0.03545528363009029,"Animal Well features extremely difficult puzzles, some requiring weeks of collaboration and unconventional solutions. These puzzles often extend beyond the game itself, involving real-world actions and community effort. This aspect of the game caters to hardcore players and those interested in alternate reality game (ARG) elements.",{"_267":1062,"_269":1063,"_271":362,"_272":413,"_274":1064},"Extensive, challenging post-game content",0.03387549518993124,"The game contains significant post-game content with more challenging puzzles and collectibles. This extends the gameplay experience beyond the initial ending, offering additional layers of secrets and mysteries to uncover. Some of these puzzles may require external help or community collaboration.",{"_267":1066,"_269":1067,"_271":367,"_272":152,"_274":1068},"Bubble wand enables unique movement",0.0215189689117036,"The bubble wand allows for unique movement options, including potential for infinite jumping with skilled use. This mechanic can be used to sequence break the game or access areas in unintended ways. Mastering the bubble wand requires precise timing and coordination.",{"_267":1070,"_269":1071,"_271":362,"_272":148,"_274":1072},"Distinct areas, unique mechanics",0.02102475014767949,"The game world is divided into distinct areas, each with its own unique mechanics and color scheme. These areas often require specific items to access and explore fully. Players must move between regions, utilizing the resources and environmental characteristics of each to solve puzzles.",{"_267":1074,"_269":1075,"_271":330,"_272":140,"_274":1076},"No combat, puzzle-based encounters",0.01822501115915383,"Animal Well avoids traditional combat, instead presenting enemies and bosses as puzzles to be solved. Players must use cleverness and evasiveness to avoid danger, relying on items and environmental manipulation rather than direct confrontation. This design reinforces the feeling of vulnerability and encourages creative problem-solving.",[1078,1083,1086,1090,1094,1097],{"_267":1079,"_269":1080,"_271":296,"_272":1081,"_274":1082},"Small size, broad compatibility",0.06827005458654446,37,"The game boasts impressive optimization, resulting in a small file size (around 30-50MB) and low hardware requirements. This allows for quick loading times and compatibility with a wide range of systems, including low-end hardware and integrated graphics.",{"_267":1084,"_269":1059,"_271":330,"_272":413,"_274":1085},"Detailed pixel art, modern effects","The game uses detailed pixel art and incorporates modern effects such as dynamic lighting, shadows, and realistic physics simulations. Reviewers were particularly impressed by the smoke effects.",{"_267":1087,"_269":1088,"_271":324,"_272":168,"_274":1089},"Excellent optimization, smooth performance",0.03185495508454876,"Reviewers consistently praise the game's excellent optimization and smooth performance. The game runs without significant bugs or performance issues across various systems.",{"_267":1091,"_269":1092,"_271":367,"_272":117,"_274":1093},"Good DualSense haptic feedback",0.00382667393409502,"The game makes good use of DualSense haptic feedback, adding an additional layer of immersion. Examples include rustling grass and knocking ladders.",{"_267":1095,"_269":1092,"_271":367,"_272":117,"_274":1096},"Limited customization options","The game has a forced frame rate cap and lacks key rebinding options. This limits player customization.",{"_267":1098,"_269":1099,"_271":387,"_272":117,"_274":1100},"Some bugs need fixing",0.002705867088188392,"Some reviewers noted the presence of bugs that need fixing. The reviews do not specify the nature or severity of these bugs.",[1102,1107,1112,1116,1121,1126,1131,1136,1140,1144,1148],{"_267":1103,"_269":1104,"_271":290,"_272":1105,"_274":1106},"Universally acclaimed; Must-play masterpiece",0.5279177476320824,544,"The game is overwhelmingly praised as a masterpiece, GOTY contender, and an essential experience. Reviewers highlight its exceptional quality, fun factor, and lasting impact, often awarding perfect scores and expressing deep appreciation for the developers' work. Many recommend it without hesitation to a wide range of players.",{"_267":1108,"_269":1109,"_271":296,"_272":1110,"_274":1111},"Great Metroidvania; Puzzle-focused exploration",0.45348240239699783,462,"The game is frequently recommended for fans of the Metroidvania genre, with many reviewers considering it a standout title. It's also suggested for those who enjoy puzzle-solving, exploration, and games with a sense of mystery and discovery. Some compare it favorably to genre classics like Hollow Knight and Metroid Dread.",{"_267":1113,"_269":1114,"_271":324,"_272":759,"_274":1115},"Play blind; Maximize discovery",0.4364560163838919,"A common recommendation is to play the game without guides or spoilers to maximize the sense of discovery and enjoyment. Reviewers emphasize the importance of exploring the world, solving puzzles independently, and uncovering secrets organically. This approach is seen as crucial to fully appreciating the game's design and atmosphere.",{"_267":1117,"_269":1118,"_271":330,"_272":1119,"_274":1120},"Similar to Tunic, Outer Wilds",0.4178957023736934,456,"The game is often compared to other well-regarded puzzle and exploration games like Tunic, Outer Wilds, and Fez. Reviewers suggest that fans of these titles will likely appreciate the game's similar focus on intricate puzzles, hidden secrets, and a sense of mystery. These comparisons help to contextualize the game's appeal and target audience.",{"_267":1122,"_269":1123,"_271":362,"_272":1124,"_274":1125},"Worth it, especially on sale",0.40713023059062203,468,"While the game is generally considered worth the price, some reviewers suggest waiting for a sale, especially if you're unsure about the genre or not interested in 100% completion. This recommendation acknowledges that the game may not be for everyone and that a discounted price point could make it a more appealing purchase.",{"_267":1127,"_269":1128,"_271":362,"_272":1129,"_274":1130},"Late-game difficulty; Obscure puzzles",0.2095158789252355,193,"Some reviewers express reservations about the game's difficulty, particularly in the late game, and the reliance on obscure puzzles that may require external guides or collaboration. This can lead to frustration and diminish the overall enjoyment for some players, especially those seeking a more accessible experience.",{"_267":1132,"_269":1133,"_271":477,"_272":1134,"_274":1135},"Enjoyable initially, then declines",0.16272158434335357,187,"Some reviewers express mixed feelings, enjoying the initial hours but growing tired of the experience later on. This suggests that the game's appeal may wane over time for some players, particularly those who are not as invested in puzzle-solving or exploration.",{"_267":1137,"_269":1138,"_271":477,"_272":93,"_274":1139},"Best indie game of year",0.03268744457606558,"The game is frequently lauded as the best indie game of the year, with reviewers expressing disappointment if it doesn't win awards. This highlights the game's perceived quality and its impact on the indie gaming scene.",{"_267":1141,"_269":1142,"_271":367,"_272":164,"_274":1143},"Main game is best experience",0.026198653582651582,"Some reviewers suggest that the main game and first two endings are the most rewarding part of the experience. They recommend consulting online resources for the remaining content, or even skipping it altogether, due to its increased difficulty and reliance on external guides.",{"_267":1145,"_269":1146,"_271":482,"_272":132,"_274":1147},"Desire for sequel/more content",0.01190732691258784,"Many reviewers express a strong desire for more content from the developer, whether in the form of a sequel, DLC, or similar games. This reflects the positive reception of the game and the hope that the developers will continue to create similar experiences in the future.",{"_267":1149,"_269":1146,"_271":482,"_272":132,"_274":1150},"Support for indie developer","Reviewers express appreciation for the developer's work and the success of Bigmode, the game's publisher. This reflects a broader interest in supporting independent game development and recognizing the achievements of smaller studios.",[1152,1156,1161,1165,1169,1172,1176,1180,1184,1187,1191,1194,1197],{"_267":1153,"_269":1154,"_271":296,"_272":176,"_274":1155},"Solo-developed; tiny file size",0.08168688786993386,"The game was primarily developed by a single person, Billy Basso, over several years, who created a custom engine for it. Despite its rich content, the game has a remarkably small file size, around 30-50MB. This is considered an impressive technical achievement.",{"_267":1157,"_269":1158,"_271":324,"_272":1159,"_274":1160},"Deep layers; community puzzles",0.059216598073671675,32,"The game features multiple layers of depth, including post-game content and extremely cryptic puzzles. Many puzzles are designed to be solved collaboratively, encouraging community interaction and information sharing. Some players may miss significant content hidden after the ending credits.",{"_267":1162,"_269":1163,"_271":330,"_272":757,"_274":1164},"Unique art style; eerie atmosphere",0.04592008720914024,"The game features a unique, surreal pixel art style with a dark and moody atmosphere, often compared to games like Hollow Knight and Rain World. The animal designs and sound design contribute to an eerie or dreamlike quality, which some players may find unsettling.",{"_267":1166,"_269":1167,"_271":477,"_272":156,"_274":1168},"Influenced by external opinions",0.019436070830557147,"The reviewer's impression of the game was influenced by external factors, such as positive reviews, awards, and publicity from sources like Bigmode/videogamedunkey. The reviewer initially felt the game was just 'fine' and didn't understand the hype, but later experienced a significant shift in opinion.",{"_267":1170,"_269":1146,"_271":482,"_272":132,"_274":1171},"Vague plot; unique protagonist","The game's plot is vague and non-existent, aiming to evoke emotions with little proper lore. The player character is described as a \"yellow blob that can be described as various things,\" or even a \"conscious balloon.\"",{"_267":1173,"_269":1174,"_271":367,"_272":90,"_274":1175},"Hidden ending; undiscovered secrets",0.006435672787050662,"The game's hidden ending contains a recording that serves as a love letter to gamers and a challenge to game developers. There are still undiscovered secrets in the game.",{"_267":1177,"_269":1178,"_271":482,"_272":90,"_274":1179},"Patience is essential",0.005989068367220498,"Patience is essential for progressing through the game.",{"_267":1181,"_269":1182,"_271":477,"_272":90,"_274":1183},"Single-player; very indie",0.005411734176376784,"The game is single-player only and very indie, which may limit its audience.",{"_267":1185,"_269":1182,"_271":477,"_272":90,"_274":1186},"Calendar puzzle curiosity","The reviewer is curious about the calendar puzzle mentioned in the comments and was hoping for puzzles similar to La-Mulana.",{"_267":1188,"_269":1189,"_271":387,"_272":90,"_274":1190},"Kirby & The Amazing Mirror",0.004550707869221252,"The reviewer's first Metroidvania game was \"Kirby & The Amazing Mirror\" where Kirby could absorb monsters to gain their abilities, such as the magician who could fire lasers.",{"_267":1192,"_269":1189,"_271":387,"_272":90,"_274":1193},"Notebook and windowed mode","The reviewer used a notebook to take notes while playing and suggests running the game in windowed mode and moving the window with the mouse.",{"_267":1195,"_269":1189,"_271":387,"_272":90,"_274":1196},"Not an ARG target audience","The reviewer was not aware of the ARG puzzle elements before playing and is not the target audience for ARGs.",{"_267":1198,"_269":1199,"_271":728,"_272":90,"_274":1200},"Memes and jokes",0.0025590510937320283,"This point contains emotional language without specific details and uses memes, jokes, or sarcasm instead of feedback. Therefore, the importance score is reduced by 90%.",{"_652":1202,"_660":1206,"_667":1212},{"_654":1203,"_656":1204,"_658":1205},5991,5292,699,[665,1207,1208,1209,1210,91,666,1211],"Exploration","Metroidvania","Platformer","Environmental Combat","Atmospheric Horror",[1213,1217,1220,1224,1227,1230,1234,1238,1241,1244,1247],{"_267":1214,"_271":1215,"_274":1216},"Improved in-game guidance/hints for puzzles",0.49,"Players frequently struggle with unclear objectives and insufficient in-game hints, forcing reliance on external guides.",{"_267":1218,"_271":1215,"_274":1219},"Improved map system for navigation","The current map system is considered inadequate, making navigation tedious, especially in later stages.",{"_267":1221,"_271":1222,"_274":1223},"More accessible/less obscure collectible solutions",0.36,"Certain collectibles are excessively hidden and require obscure solutions, leading to tedious backtracking and reliance on external guides.",{"_267":1225,"_271":1222,"_274":1226},"Support for solo completion of all puzzles","Some puzzles are designed for community collaboration, making solo completion nearly impossible, which frustrates players who prefer to play alone.",{"_267":1228,"_271":482,"_274":1229},"More frequent/flexible save points","Sparse save points combined with instant-death mechanics lead to punishing difficulty and repetitive backtracking.",{"_267":1231,"_271":1232,"_274":1233},"Improved platforming mechanics",0.12,"The game's platforming, including bubble jumping, is described as clunky and unforgiving, leading to frustration and requiring excessive practice.",{"_267":1235,"_271":1236,"_274":1237},"More compelling story/lore/character development",0.09,"Players feel the game lacks a compelling narrative, lore, and character development, making it difficult to connect with the world.",{"_267":1239,"_271":698,"_274":1240},"Improved and customizable control scheme","The control scheme is awkward, especially on keyboard, lacks customization options like key remapping, and item switching is cumbersome.",{"_267":1242,"_271":557,"_274":1243},"Improved localization/translation","The game suffers from poor localization with translation errors, detracting from the overall experience.",{"_267":1245,"_271":728,"_274":1246},"Additional game content (DLC/expansions)","Many players express a strong desire for more content from the developer, beyond the main game.",{"_267":1248,"_271":111,"_274":1249},"Option to remove frame rate cap","The game has a forced frame rate cap, limiting player customization and potentially affecting performance for some.",[1251,1252,1253,1254,1255,1256],"Stunning audio-visuals create immersive experience.","Rewarding exploration and intricate puzzle-solving.","Excellent Metroidvania design with creative items.","Universally acclaimed; a must-play masterpiece.","Lacks guidance; requires external guides.","Obscure collectibles; tedious for completionists.",{"_742":1258,"_744":1259,"_760":1266,"_762":1267,"_764":1268,"_766":124,"_767":1258},2000,{"_748":1260,"_750":1261,"_752":1262,"_754":1263,"_756":1264,"_758":1265},195,579,1152,3592,80,1021,105,1304,1409,[1270],{"_738":1271},["D",1744707456822],"https://shared.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/813230/library_600x900.jpg","gamesCount","page","search",[1277,1279,1281,1283,1285,1287,1289,1291,1293,1295,1297],{"_25":1278,"_16":666},"1c7b27bc-1328-4ae5-8762-5dcc98a9e855",{"_25":1280,"_16":1211},"f63b01fb-6cd2-46b8-8333-1b932993fd55",{"_25":1282,"_16":1210},"f84f61a4-ed0e-4daf-8bb0-7922c599fc87",{"_25":1284,"_16":1207},"1bcbd065-9d24-4f95-a4fa-d71f93bed139",{"_25":1286,"_16":1208},"ce9f857b-c868-4c66-bfd0-737343db7676",{"_25":1288,"_16":1209},"4221a188-0856-4ed6-9a20-df50075f85d7",{"_25":1290,"_16":665},"77e904fa-a9df-4a03-8a50-05e1678f4d66",{"_25":1292,"_16":662},"21006c3a-048e-4f94-afa1-9dcbc0bb4fa5",{"_25":1294,"_16":91},"f6bc5b1d-c1f8-444a-bd9f-5b98f84fd33b",{"_25":1296,"_16":663},"4010a81e-9693-4679-a2cc-3db9b0ff2945",{"_25":1298,"_16":664},"a58c196f-def1-4fb5-ba5a-fc609fca08da","initialCategories",[1301],{"_25":1278,"_16":666},"actionData","errors"]

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