Aery: Broken Memories

You are a little bird that flies smoothly through thoughts, fears, and memories of an unknown person. Experience the feeling of flying, immerse into beautiful and atmospheric landscapes and enjoy the unique storytelling of the game while getting attached to the lovely main character.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

54%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and immersive environments that create a relaxing atmosphere.
Intuitive controls and enjoyable gameplay that allows for exploration and tricks while flying.
The game provides a meditative experience, encouraging players to reflect on deeper questions.

The lighting is excessively bright, making it difficult to see collectibles and navigate levels.
Limited control over speed and camera angles can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game is short, with some players feeling it lacks sufficient content for the price.

graphics
11 mentions
73 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and simplicity, creating a mesmerizing environment that enhances the overall immersive experience. Reviewers note that while the visuals may not be complex, they are aesthetically pleasing and complemented by a well-chosen soundtrack. The intuitive controls further enhance the enjoyment, making the graphics a standout feature of the game.
- “Beautiful graphics, beautiful controls.”
- “Although the graphics in this game are quite simple, the beauty of the environment is simply mesmerizing.”
- “The graphics are always just a thrill; purely with this control, you can relax and have fun.”
music
9 mentions
44 % positive mentions
22 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players noting that it features a limited looping playlist that detracts from the overall experience. However, others appreciate the relaxing and well-selected soundtrack that complements the game's atmosphere and visuals. Overall, while there are calls for more variety, the music is generally considered pleasant and fitting for the game's immersive setting.
- “It's mostly true what the other reviewers say; mostly relaxing, mostly very nice visuals, good soundtrack.”
- “An excellent game in the genre of adventure, reminds me of The Witness, made in a pleasant setting, the atmosphere is at a good level, I felt immersed in the places from this game, it's nice to remember the places I saw and passed from this game, excellent graphics (for such a game), very pleasant and well-selected music, I would like to say a special thank you for the high-quality level design, which is at a good level here, I would like to see more such high-quality games.”
- “But this game is also fun, it has the same simple controls, great graphics and well-chosen soundtracks.”
- “Besides that, this game has the same music problem as the last game.”
- “The music is the same exact few songs being played like a looping playlist over the gameplay.”
- “I'd give this a thumbs up if they just fixed the brightness and put a little more effort into the music matching levels and their atmosphere.”
gameplay
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as interesting and uncomplicated, featuring a bird that navigates beautiful maps to collect memory fragments and uncover the story. However, it is noted to be short and repetitive, with limited music and mechanics that can send players back to the start. Overall, while the game shows potential, it may feel lacking in depth and variety.
- “Interesting and uncomplicated gameplay.”
- “The music is the same exact few songs being played like a looping playlist over the gameplay.”
- “Even with the many 'send back to the start' mechanics, it's still a very short game.”
- “The gameplay has not changed either: we play as a bird that flies across beautiful maps and collects fragments of memory, simultaneously revealing the plot of this game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhanced by well-selected music and high-quality level design. While some users noted issues with brightness and music matching, the overall ambiance effectively evokes a pleasant and engaging experience reminiscent of previous titles in the genre.
- “An excellent game in the genre of adventure, reminiscent of 'The Witness', made in a pleasant setting. The atmosphere is at a good level; I felt immersed in the places from this game. It's nice to remember the locations I explored, with excellent graphics for such a game, and very pleasant, well-selected music. I would like to express my gratitude for the high-quality level design, which is also at a good level here. I would love to see more high-quality games like this.”
- “Even selecting specific tracks to enhance each level's atmosphere.”
- “I'd give this a thumbs up if they just fixed the brightness and put a little more effort into the music matching levels and their atmosphere.”
- “Even selecting specific tracks to boost each level's atmosphere.”
- “Regardless of all the advantages, this game retains the main thing that was in the previous part: a slow and relaxing atmosphere that will help you relax after a hard day or just have a good time.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with the menus, which are described as buggy and prone to overlapping, leading to a confusing user experience.
- “The menus are buggy, often overlapping into a confusing mess.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the immersion.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's optimization is on par with similar titles, indicating that if a computer can handle more demanding games like Sky Castle, it should run this game smoothly as well.
- “Optimization at the same level: if your computer can handle Sky Castle, then it can easily run this game too.”
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “I was impressed by how well the game is optimized; even on lower-end systems, it performs remarkably well.”
- “Optimization is at the same level: if your computer can handle Sky Castle, then it can easily run this game too.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite having decent hardware, I still experience significant lag, indicating that the optimization is lacking.”
story
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The story unfolds as players control a bird navigating stunning landscapes to collect memory fragments, gradually revealing the game's narrative.
- “The gameplay has not changed either: we play as a bird that flies across beautiful maps and collects fragments of memory, simultaneously revealing the plot of this game.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “Despite the beautiful visuals, the narrative is predictable and fails to engage the player.”
- “The plot is underdeveloped, leaving many questions unanswered and the overall experience unsatisfying.”