About Gretel
- November 13, 2020
- PAXERT GAMES
- 1h median play time
Get on SteamAs the Gretel, build, explore and survive in the dangerous forest. Fight to survive against mysterious Druids of the forest. If you can survive, maybe you can find out what happened to your twin brother and who kidnapped him. First of all, you must survive. You will get hungry, and you have to hunt. You have to build shelter by cutting trees in the dangerous forest. And craft tools to survive. Bu…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a charming atmosphere, making it a relaxing experience.
- The crafting and building systems are engaging, allowing for a sense of accomplishment as players progress.
- The game is enjoyable for its price, providing a fun way to unwind and explore a well-designed environment.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, particularly in the building system, making gameplay frustrating.
- The combat mechanics are simplistic and often lead to player deaths without clear reasons, detracting from the survival experience.
- The game lacks a clear tutorial and has a limited play area, which can leave players feeling lost and unfulfilled.
- graphics22 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised as beautiful and realistic, particularly highlighting the diverse flora and aesthetic environments. Many users find the visuals impressive for an indie title, noting that while the graphics are good, there is potential for further improvement as the game develops. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the immersive experience of exploring the game world.
“First impression after 1 hour of gameplay, I can say that the graphics look very good.”
“If we look at the current state of the game; the graphics, characters, and general atmosphere are fine, even very fine for an indie game.”
“The graphics of the game are realistic, especially the flowers, which are very diverse.”
“A lot of the environment in this game is simply aesthetics.”
“The graphics are decent.”
“And of course the game mechanics, controls, animations, character and environment graphics, sound & music, camera angles are not yet final version; I'm sure the game will be a lot improved if enough support comes.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story appears to have potential, featuring a mystery element that remains largely unexplored, leaving players feeling unsatisfied and eager for more content. Many users express frustration over the lack of narrative development and the need for improvements to make the experience engaging. Overall, there is a sense of anticipation for future updates that could enhance the storytelling aspect.
“I am waiting for the story with great curiosity, let's see how they will touch the classic story of our childhood.”
“There seems like maybe there's a mystery story in there, but good grief, the game needs some TLC to make playing through it worth the time.”
“I didn't solve the plot mystery because I had run out of the technology tree and seen all of the locations mostly before I even thought to look at it.”
“And especially the story has never been added yet.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some users finding the combat mechanics acceptable for the genre, while others feel that overall gameplay lacks depth. Many reviewers noted that various elements such as controls, animations, and camera angles are still in development, suggesting potential for improvement in the final version.
“First impression after 1 hour of gameplay: I can say that the graphics look very good.”
“And of course, the game mechanics, controls, animations, character and environment graphics, sound & music, and camera angles are not yet in their final version. I'm sure the game will improve a lot if enough support comes.”
“Gameplay - not really.”
“And of course the game mechanics, controls, animations, character and environment graphics, sound & music, camera angles are not yet in their final version. I'm sure the game will improve a lot if enough support comes.”
“The combat mechanic of the game is okay for this type of game.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning visuals and beautiful natural environments, contributing to a strong sense of accomplishment as players progress. Reviewers note that the graphics, characters, and overall ambiance are impressive, especially for an indie title.
“The atmosphere is great, the nature is beautiful, and there's a sense of accomplishment with progress in the game.”
“The game atmosphere is absolutely stunning.”
“If we look at the current state of the game, the graphics, characters, and general atmosphere are fine, even very fine for an indie game.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to have significant stability issues, particularly with its building system, which is described as "super buggy" and restricts players from building in random locations without clear reasons.
“This game has a very buggy building system; you can't build in random places for no reason.”
“Super buggy.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as charming and cozy, consistently delivering moments that evoke laughter and warmth.
“Charming, cozy, and often funny.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is currently in a non-final version, with users expressing hope for improvements as the game develops further. Overall, the sound and music aspects are seen as areas that could benefit from additional support and refinement.
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the game evokes a strong emotional response, likening the experience to being inside a snow globe beside a painting, suggesting a sense of beauty and nostalgia.
