A Void Hope

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"A Void Hope" is a single-player Action game with pretty visuals and a wonderful soundtrack. Embark on a journey through a dark and unforgiving city to find a cure for a collapsed metropolis. Solve puzzles, find items, and avoid combat while being accompanied by a haunting soundtrack from synthwave mastermind Waveshaper. The game offers an immersive experience with crisp retro aesthetics, mysterious ambiance, and a compelling narrative.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

story14 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and an incredible soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
The story, while simple, is engaging and evokes a sense of mystery that keeps players invested.
The gameplay is enjoyable for those who appreciate exploration and a chill experience rather than challenging platforming.

The narrative lacks depth, with poorly developed characters and an unclear storyline that leaves many questions unanswered.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and simplistic, with minimal challenge and basic puzzles that do not evolve throughout the game.
Enemies spawn randomly and can be frustrating to deal with, often leading to cheap deaths and a lack of meaningful combat mechanics.

story
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
70%
5%
The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring a simplistic narrative about a couple facing a mysterious illness, but lacking depth and character development, which leaves players feeling detached. While the atmosphere, art style, and music are praised for enhancing the experience, many reviewers note that the storytelling loses momentum midway through, resulting in a less engaging journey. Despite these criticisms, some players find the emotional themes and overall ambiance compelling, making it a worthwhile experience for those who appreciate story-driven games.
- “A Void Hope is a heart-wrenching pixel art story and platformer game that really tugs at your heartstrings.”
- “Between the beautiful but eerie synthwave music and the beautiful story of love, I was very glad I gave it a try!”
- “If you like story, intrigue, and atmosphere in video games, this is a must play.”
- “This is a story outline with block-pushing puzzles and occasional cutscenes about a couple that aren't fleshed out enough to be real characters.”
- “The setting doesn't help tell the story because beyond being dark, the world continues on despite whatever mysterious illness the main couple keeps mentioning, but no evidence in the world itself shows they are in a sickness-ravaged environment.”
- “- the story is really simple and lacks depth; despite the memories, you don't really get attached to the characters as there's zero dialogue.”
music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
26%
7%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, particularly the synthwave soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, often describing it as beautiful and fitting perfectly with the game's aesthetic, contributing significantly to the emotional depth and vibe. While some express disappointment in the gameplay, they agree that the music and art style are compelling enough to warrant a recommendation, making it a notable aspect of the game.
- “The music in this game is fantastic, and one of the things that kept me going forward, because I wanted to hear more of it.”
- “The story, atmosphere, incredible music and overall mysterious vibes easily overshadow the game’s arguably weak aspects – the gameplay.”
- “Amazing atmosphere and vibe, topped a great art style and a perfect soundtrack.”
- “Long story short: pretty disappointed in the devs, get the soundtrack but don't touch the game.”
- “The main selling point is definitely the atmosphere, where the music hard carries.”
- “Synthwave music?!”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
60%
11%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the fun mechanics and easy controls, while others find it lacking in challenge and depth, describing it as vague or boring. Many reviewers emphasize that the game's strengths lie in its story, atmosphere, and music, which overshadow its gameplay shortcomings. Overall, while the gameplay may not be the highlight, the experience it offers is appreciated by some players.
- “The gameplay was fun, the story was good, I loved it!”
- “- great gameplay, easy controls”
- “There are mechanical seals that can be unlocked by pressing a button or shooting a mechanism – find that and use the respective action.”
- “Unfortunately, the issue is that 'A Void Hope' doesn't actually have any gameplay.”
- “The game description is genuinely misleading; it mentions 'avoiding combat' when there are no stealth mechanics and most enemies are placed right in front of you. There is no avoiding them, only bopping them and moving on before they respawn.”
- “The gameplay is boring; it's a platformer without a real challenge.”
atmosphere
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
12%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting the exceptional music, art style, and overall vibe that create a captivating experience. The combination of a mysterious setting and engaging story enhances the game's appeal, making it a must-play for fans of atmospheric adventures. Overall, the atmosphere is considered the standout feature, often overshadowing other gameplay elements.
- “Amazing atmosphere and vibe, topped a great art style and a perfect soundtrack.”
- “The story, atmosphere, incredible music and overall mysterious vibes easily overshadow the game’s arguably weak aspects – the gameplay.”
- “The main selling point is definitely the atmosphere, where the music hard carries.”
- “In my opinion, the biggest draw this game has is its story and atmosphere.”
- “If you like story, intrigue, and atmosphere in video games, this is a must play.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
10%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful art style and stunning pixel graphics, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the superb aesthetics, which are complemented by an excellent soundtrack, creating a captivating vibe that keeps players engaged.
- “Amazing atmosphere and vibe, topped a great art style and a perfect soundtrack.”
- “Graphics are beautifully done & the music is some of the best I've heard in an indie game.”
- “In fact, I think the overall aesthetics are simply superb.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
"A Void Hope" is praised for its emotional depth, with players highlighting its heart-wrenching narrative and touching story that resonates deeply. The pixel art and wholesome 2D platforming elements enhance the overall emotional experience, making it a memorable journey for players.
- “A Void Hope is a heart-wrenching pixel art story and platformer game that really tugs at your heartstrings.”
- “The story was very touching and interesting.”
- “A Void Hope is a heart-wrenching pixel art story and platformer game that really tugs at your heartstrings.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious, particularly noting that the gun mechanism on the Steam Deck controller contributes to this frustration.
- “The gun mechanism on the controller (Steam Deck) is slow and tedious.”

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