A Wonder

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A Wonder is a single player action game. It was developed by Class of 2016-2017 and was released on November 13, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

A WONDER is a 3rd person stealth/puzzle game set in a sunken city. Stuck in the depths of the sea, Alana will have to explore this dormant world in order to reactivate it. In doing so, she must remain hidden from lurking creatures, hostile to any outsider who dares to venture in this derelict place.

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49%

Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and atmospheric music, enhancing the overall experience.
The unique puzzle mechanics and engaging storyline inspired by myths and philosophy add depth to the gameplay.
As a free student project, it shows promise and creativity, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of adventure and puzzle games.

The game suffers from significant control issues, particularly with keyboard and mouse support, making it frustrating to play.
Numerous technical glitches and bugs detract from the overall experience, with some players unable to progress past the initial screens.
The lack of clear instructions for controls and key mappings leads to confusion, especially for those without a compatible controller.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users appreciate the decent quality and animations, others criticize the outdated visuals and lack of detail, particularly in environments like caves. Additionally, technical issues such as poor adaptation to multi-monitor setups and the absence of graphical settings detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are considered acceptable for a free student project, but they fall short of modern standards.
- “It's free, graphics are good, and has a story.”
- “The graphic quality is good.”
- “While this game shows a lot of promise (nice graphics and sounds and interesting puzzles), the sluggish controls and numerous glitches throughout the game mar the experience, and the last area feels very rushed and unfinished.”
- “The graphics are very outdated, but I am bothered by how square some walls look, given the fact that you are exploring caves and tunnels... there just aren't many polygons used for walls.”
- “There's no graphical settings at all, can't even change resolution.”
- “It has some interesting ideas with the flashlight mechanics and the graphics are okay for a free student project, but enemies are super dumb and don't feel like a presence, and that kills the suspension in a stealth game.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay features interesting mechanics, particularly with flashlight puzzles, and draws inspiration from early Tomb Raider games with exploration and stealth elements. However, the experience is marred by poorly designed enemy AI and numerous bugs, which detract from immersion and overall enjoyment. While the mechanics can be fun, the execution leaves much to be desired.
- “The game mechanics are fun.”
- “The gameplay reminds me of the early Tomb Raider games; it features exploration, puzzles, and enemies to avoid.”
- “A wonder isn’t very innovative but does feature a fairly interesting torchlight puzzle mechanic.”
- “The gameplay reminds me of the early Tomb Raider games; it features exploration, puzzles, and enemies to avoid... but it's way more bugged.”
- “Attached is my gameplay video, primarily for the devs as proof of the glitches encountered, in case they want to review and fix the bugs.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting numerous glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly with controls. While some players noted minor issues that are not game-breaking, others found the experience frustrating and unplayable until updates are released to address these problems. Overall, the game's potential is overshadowed by its current instability.
- “While this game shows a lot of promise (nice graphics and sounds and interesting puzzles), the sluggish controls and numerous glitches throughout the game mar the experience, and the last area feels very rushed and unfinished.”
- “If the glitches were fixed, then I might recommend this game, but as it stands right now, avoid this game.”
- “Cool concept and everything, but too buggy to play.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story is generally well-received, with users noting that it adds value to the game alongside its good graphics, despite being a free title.
- “It's free, the graphics are good, and it has a compelling story.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game shows promise but suffers from optimization issues, particularly on lower-end PCs, leading to performance problems in specific areas. Additionally, the lack of key rebinding options has been a source of frustration for players.
- “This game seems really cool, but it needs optimization for PCs that are not as powerful.”
- “There were some noticeable problems with performance in certain areas, and the absence of key rebinding was frustrating.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I encountered long loading times and inconsistent performance, which detracted from the overall experience.”